The much-awaited recruitment drive for the Grade A (Assistant Manager) post at NABARD for 2025 has officially kicked off. The online application window opens on 8 November 2025 and will remain active until 30 November 2025.
Below is a comprehensive guide covering what you need to know about this recruitment — eligibility, important dates, how to apply, fees, and tips to ensure you don’t miss this opportunity.
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🔍 Highlights & Key Dates
Notification released: 8 November 2025.
Online application begins: 8 November 2025.
Last date to submit the application: 30 November 2025.
Official website for registration: nabard.org.
Posts available: Multiple streams such as Agriculture, Finance, Engineering, Legal, HR, Rajbhasha etc.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
While you must always refer to the official notification for complete details, here are the main eligibility norms:
Nationality: Indian citizen.
Age: Typically from 21 to 30 years, with relaxations for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification: Graduation degree with requisite marks, or post-graduate/professional qualification depending on the stream. For example, general stream may require Bachelor’s with minimum 60% (55% for SC/ST/PwBD).
📋 How to Apply Online
Follow these steps for the NABARD Grade A 2025 application:
Visit nabard.org → Careers / Career Notices section.
Find the advertisement for “Recruitment to the Post of Assistant Manager (Grade ‘A’) – 2025”.
Click Apply Here; you may be redirected to a registration portal (IBPS or NABARD’s).
Create your login credentials (Email, mobile number, etc).
Fill in personal details, educational qualification, preferred stream & exam centre.
Upload scanned documents: photograph, signature, thumb impression, hand-written declaration (as per prescribed format).
Pay the application fee (non-refundable) online via credit/debit card or net banking.
Submit the form, download and print the form acknowledgement for future reference.
💸 Application Fee
According to latest data, the fee structure is approximately:
General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 700 + intimation charges ₹ 150 = ~ ₹ 850.
SC / ST / PwBD: ₹ 150 (intimation charges only).
Applicants should pay before or by the closing date, since incomplete or unpaid applications will be rejected.
📌 Selection Process & Streams
The selection process for NABARD Grade A typically involves:
Phase 1: Preliminary examination (objective type)
Phase 2: Main examination (objective + descriptive)
Interview (for shortlisted candidates)
Streams include Agriculture & Rural Development Service (RDBS), Legal, Finance, Rajbhasha, HR, and other domain-specific opportunities.
🧠 Preparation Tips for Aspirants
Start early: Since the link is active now, register early to avoid last-minute issues.
Documents ready: Photo, signature, thumb impression, hand-written declaration – all must meet the required format.
Choose stream wisely: Select the stream you are most comfortable with (e.g., if background is agriculture, apply in RDBS).
Understand exam pattern & syllabus: Review Phase 1 & 2 syllabus and past papers; NABARD exams are known to emphasise Agriculture, Banking & Rural Development issues.
Keep backups: After submission, take print-out of filled form and save the acknowledgement.
Check centres and availability: Choose an exam centre wisely; once submitted you may not be able to change it.
Pay and confirm: Ensure fee payment is successful and you receive confirmation mail/receipt.
Stay updated: Keep tracking the official site for changes, admit card release and other announcements.
⚠️ Things to Note
Only online applications are accepted; no other mode.
If multiple applications are submitted by you, only the latest successfully submitted application will be considered.
Form corrections window may or may not be provided; fill carefully.
Keep an eye on reservation norms, age relaxations, stream-wise quotas as mentioned in the notification.
📢 Final Words
The NABARD Grade A 2025 recruitment presents an excellent opportunity for law graduates, agriculture graduates, finance and rural development professionals and others aiming for a prestigious role in a national-level bank focusing on agriculture and rural development. With the application window open from 8 November to 30 November 2025, it’s time to act quickly — register, apply, and start your preparation in earnest.
Visit the official website nabard.org today, complete your application and ensure all details are correct before submission. With proper planning and focused preparation you can maximise your chances of cracking this exam. All the best!
