NABARD Grade A 2024 : National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) invites applications for the position of Assistant Manager in Grade ‘A’ for the Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS) and Rajbhasha. This recruitment aims to fill various vacancies across multiple disciplines.
NABARD, a premier apex organization owned by the Government of India, seeks eligible candidates for various disciplines.
No other means/mode of submission of applications will be accepted for NABARD Grade A 2024 Notification. The number of vacancies advertised is tentative and may decrease or increase.
To access further details regarding the recruitment, such as the syllabus, age criteria, qualifications, salary scale, and any additional information.
NABARD Grade A 2024 Notification
NABARD Grade A 2024 Important Dates & Schedule
- Online Application : 27.07.2024
- Last Date to apply : 15.08.2024
- Payment of Fees: 15.08.2024
- Admit Card Phase I : Before examination
- Phase I (Preliminary) – Online Examination: 01 September 2024 (Tentatively)
- Phase II (Mains) – Online Examination: As scheduled (Tentatively)
Fee Details for Application Form
- Application Fee/Intimation Charges (Non-Refundable)
- For SC/ST/PWBD candidates: ₹150/- (Intimation Charges)
- For GEN/ OBC/ EWS: ₹800/- (Application Fee including Intimation Charges)
Age Eligibility and Age Relaxation for NABARD Grade A 2024
- Minimum Age: 21 years (born not earlier than 02-07-1994)
- Maximum Age: 30 years (born not later than 01-07-2003)
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PWBD | 10 years |
Educational Eligibility for NABARD Grade A 2024 Recruitment
| Post Name | Educational Eligibility |
|---|---|
| General | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline |
| Chartered Accountant | CA qualification |
| Finance | BBA (Finance)/ BMS (Finance)/ Bachelor’s Degree with Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics as a subject or MBA (Finance)/ MBA (Banking and Finance)/ MBA (Banking)/ MBA (Financial Planning)/ MBA (Financial Management)/ MBA (Financial Markets/ Services/ Management) |
| Computer/ Information Technology | Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/ Information Technology |
| Agriculture | Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture |
| Animal Husbandry | Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science |
| Fisheries | Bachelor’s Degree in Fisheries Science |
| Food Processing | Bachelor’s Degree in Food Processing/Technology |
| Forestry | Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry |
| Plantation & Horticulture | Bachelor’s Degree in Horticulture |
| Geo Informatics | Bachelor’s Degree in Geo Informatics |
| Development Management | Bachelor’s Degree in Development Management |
| Statistics | Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering |
| Electrical Engineering | Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering |
| Environmental Engineering/Science | Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering/Science |
| Human Resource Management | Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management |
NABARD Grade A 2024 Recruitment Vacancy Details
Category wise and post wise vacancy details for NABARD Grade A 2024
| Post/Discipline | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | PWBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 23 | 7 | 3 | 12 | 5 | 50 | 7 |
| Chartered Accountant | 2 | – | – | 1 | 1 | 4 | – |
| Finance | 3 | 1* | 1* | 1 | 1 | 7 | – |
| Computer/ IT | 9 | 1 | 1 | 5 | – | 16 | – |
| Agriculture | 1 | – | – | – | 1 | 2 | – |
| Animal Husbandry | 1 | – | – | 1 | – | 2 | – |
| Fisheries | – | – | 1 | – | – | 1 | – |
| Food Processing | – | – | – | 1 | – | 1 | – |
| Forestry | 1 | – | – | 1 | – | 2 | – |
| Plantation & Horticulture | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| Geo Informatics | – | – | – | 1 | – | 1 | – |
| Development Management | 1 | – | 1 | 1 | – | 3 | – |
| Statistics | – | – | 1 | – | 1 | 2 | – |
| Civil Engineering | 1 | – | – | 2 | – | 3 | – |
| Electrical Engineering | – | – | 1 | – | – | 1 | – |
| Environmental Engineering/Science | 1 | – | 1 | – | – | 2 | – |
| Human Resource Management | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | 2 | – |
| Total (RDBS) | 45 | 10 | 10 | 26 | 9 | 100 | 7 |
| Rajbhasha | 1 | 1* | – | – | – | 2 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 46 | 11 | 10 | 26 | 9 | 102 | 8 |
Selection Procedure for NABARD Grade A 2024 A (RDBS/ Rajbhasha)
Selection procedure mentioned in NABARD Grade A 2024 Recruitment. The selection will be in four Phases as furnished below:
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Phase I | Preliminary Online Examination |
| Phase II | Main Examination |
| Phase III | Psychometric Test (Mandatory) MCQ based – 90 minutes duration |
| Phase IV | Interview : 50 Marks |
Also Read : NABARD Grade-A Syllabus
Examination Pattern and Scheme
Phase-I : Preliminary Examination structure for NABARD Grade A 2024 (RDBS/ Rajbhasha)
- Examination will consist of Objective types questions (MCQs).
- Qualifying Section – Test of Reasoning, English Language, Computer Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, Decision Making
- Merit Section – General Awareness, Eco & Soc. Issues (with focus on Rural India), Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India.
Shortlisting of the candidates for the Mains exam will be based on marks scored in the Merit section only.
| Section | No. of MCQQs | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test of Reasoning | 20 | 20 | 120 minutes |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 | |
| Decision Making | 10 | 10 | |
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 | |
| Economic & Social Issues (with focus on Rural India) | 40 | 40 | |
| Agriculture & Rural Development (with focus on Rural India) | 40 | 40 | |
| TOTAL | 200 | 200 | 120 minutes |
Phase-II : Main Examination structure for NABARD Grade A 2024 (RDBS/ Rajbhasha)
Main Examination for the post of NABARD Grade A 2024 Generalist
| Paper | Type of Paper | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I: General English | Online Descriptive | 3 | 100 | 90 Minutes | Descriptive Answers to be typed using keyboard |
| Paper II: Economic and Social Issues and Agriculture & Rural Development | Objective | 30** | 50 | 30 Minutes | – |
| Descriptive Type | – | 50 | 90 Minutes | Descriptive Answers to be typed using keyboard either in English or Hindi (Remington and Inscript keyboards) |
Main Examination for the post of NABARD Grade A 2024 Specialist
| Paper | Type of Paper | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I: General English | Online Descriptive | 3 | 100 | 90 Minutes | Descriptive Answers to be typed using keyboard |
| Paper II: Stream Specific Paper | Objective | 30** | 50 | 30 Minutes | – |
| Descriptive | – | 50 | 90 Minutes | Descriptive Answers to be typed using keyboard either in English or Hindi (Remington and Inscript keyboards) |
Mains Examination for the post of NABARD Grade A 2024 Rajbhasha
| Paper | Type of Paper | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I: General English | Online Descriptive | 3 | 100 | 90 Minutes | Descriptive Answers to be typed using keyboard |
| Paper II: Stream Specific Paper | Objective | 30** | 50 | 30 Minutes | – |
| Descriptive | – | 50 | 90 Minutes | Descriptive Answers to be typed using keyboard in Hindi (with Remington/Inscript keyboard) |
Phase-III : Psychometric Test (Mandatory)
| Test | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Psychometric Test (Mandatory) | MCQ based | 90 Minutes |
Phase-IV : Interview
| Post | Marks |
|---|---|
| Grade A (RDBS/Rajbhasha) | 50 |
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Examination Syllabus
Preliminary Examination Syllabus
- Test of Reasoning: Analytical, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
- English Language: Vocabulary, comprehension, and grammar.
- Computer Knowledge: Basic computer operations, hardware, software, and internet.
- General Awareness: Current events, Indian economy, and general knowledge.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Arithmetic, data interpretation, and numerical ability.
- Economic & Social Issues: Indian economy, sustainable development, and rural India.
- Agriculture & Rural Development: Agriculture practices, rural development, and agronomy.
Main Examination Syllabus
- General English: Essay writing, precis writing, comprehension, and business/office correspondence.
- Economic & Social Issues and Agriculture & Rural Development: As mentioned above.
Examination Centers
| State | Centers |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | Mumbai, Pune |
| Delhi | New Delhi |
| Karnataka | Bengaluru |
| West Bengal | Kolkata |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
Pay and Allowances
Pay Scale:
Pay Scale: Selected candidates will draw a starting basic pay of Rs.44,500/- p.m. in the scale of Rs. 44500 – 2500 (4) – 54500 – 2850 (7) – 74450 – EB – 2850 (4) – 85850 – 3300 (1) – 89150 (17 Years) applicable to Officers in Grade ‘A’ and they will be eligible for Dearness Allowance, Local Compensatory Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and Grade Allowance as per rules in force from time to time. At present, initial monthly gross emoluments are approximately Rs. 1,00,000/-.
Perquisites :
Perquisites : Bank’s accommodation subject to availability, reimbursement of expenses for maintenance of vehicle for official purpose, newspaper, internet, telephone charges, book grant, allowance for furnishing of residence, etc. as per eligibility. Free dispensary facility besides reimbursement of medical expenses for OPD treatment/ hospitalization as per eligibility. Interest free festival advance, Leave Travel Concession, Loans and Advances at concessional rates of interest for Housing, Car, Education of children, Consumer articles, Personal computer, etc. (c) Candidates selected for the post will be governed by “the defined contribution to New Pension Scheme (NPS)’ in addition to the benefits of Gratuity and Group Term Insurance Plan.
Probation Period and Bonds
Selected candidates will be on probation for two years, which may be extended by a maximum of one year. A bond of ₹2,00,000/- (Rupees Two lakh) is required to be executed to serve the bank for a minimum period of three years.
How to Apply
- Visit the NABARD website www.nabard.org.
- Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link.
- Register with a valid email ID and phone number.
- Fill in the application form with the required details.
- Upload scanned copies of the photograph, signature, and other necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Links for Application Form
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Download Notification | Click here |
| NABARD Official website | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the last date to apply for NABARD Grade ‘A’ recruitment?
The last date to apply is 15 August 2024.
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Can I apply for multiple disciplines?
No, candidates can apply for only one discipline.
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What is the age relaxation for OBC candidates?
The age relaxation for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates is 3 years.
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What is the application fee for SC candidates?
The application fee for SC candidates is ₹150.
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Is there any negative marking in the preliminary examination?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
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What is the probation period for selected candidates?
The probation period is two years, extendable by one year.
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