The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) is seeking applications from Indian residents for the job of Assistant Manager Grade ‘A’ in the Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS) / Rajbhasha Service. Interested candidates must apply online at www.nabard.org from July 27 to August 15, 2024.
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About NABARD
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) is an apex regulatory body for the overall regulation of regional rural banks and apex cooperative banks in India. It is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. The bank has been entrusted with “matters concerning policy, planning, and operations in the field of credit for agriculture and other economic activities in rural areas in India”. NABARD is active in developing and implementing financial inclusion.
NABARD Recruitment 2024
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) is seeking applications from Indian residents for the position of Assistant Manager in Grade ‘A’ with the Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS) and Rajbhasha Service. Candidates must apply entirely online at www.nabard.org between July 27 and August 15, 2024. NABARD, a pan-India apex institution owned entirely by the Government of India, is an equal-opportunity employer. Applications submitted by any other method will not be accepted.
NABARD Recruitment 2024 Overview
| Organization Name | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Post Name | Assistant Manager |
| Vacancies | 102 |
| Education Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree/B.Tech/B.E. |
| Application Start Date | 27th July 2024 |
| Application End Date | 15th August 2024 |
| Selection Process | Prelims-Mains-Interview |
| Mode of Application | Online |
NABARD Recruitment 2024 Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
| NABARD Grade A Notification 2024 | 27th July 2024 |
| Online Application Start Date | 27th July 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15th August 2024 |
| Last Date to Pay Fees | 15th August 2024 |
| NABARD Grade A Admit Card 2024 | August 2024 |
| NABARD Grade A Prelims Exam Date 2024 | 01st September 2024 |
NABARD Recruitment 2024 Vacancies
| Post/Discipline | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | PWBD |
| I AM (RDBS) | | | | | | | |
| General | 23 | 7 | 3 | 12 | 5 | 50 | 7 |
| Chartered Accountant | 2 | – | – | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Finance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| Computer/Information Technology | 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 |
| Asst Manager (RDBS) Total | 45 | 10 | 10 | 26 | 9 | 100 | 7 |
| II AM (Rajbhasha) | | | | | | | |
| Rajbhasha | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | 2 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 46 | 11 | 10 | 26 | 9 | 102 | |
- PWBD Reservation: Horizontal within UR, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories.
- Vacancy Changes: NABARD can adjust or cancel vacancies.
- OBC Creamy Layer: Apply under ‘General’.
- Non-reserved Posts: Apply under ‘UR’.
- PWBD Vacancies: 8 out of 102, including HI, Category d+e, and LD backlog.
NABARD Recruitment 2024 Education Qualification
(A) Assistant Manager in Grade ‘A’ (Rural Development Banking Service) (RDBS)
- General:
- Bachelor’s degree with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PWBD) or Post Graduate/MBA with 55% (50% for SC/ST/PWBD) OR CA/CS/ICWA/Ph.D.
- Chartered Accountant:
- Bachelor’s degree with ICAI membership (obtained by 01-07-2024).
- Finance:
- BBA/BMS in Finance with 60% (55% for SC/ST/PWBD) OR PG Diploma/MBA in Finance with 55% (50% for SC/ST/PWBD) OR Bachelor of Financial and Investment Analysis with 60% (55% for SC/ST/PWBD). Desirable: CFA, FRM, PRM, ESG Investing, SCR certifications.
- Computer/Information Technology:
- B.Tech/B.E. in relevant fields with 60% (55% for SC/ST/PWBD) OR Post Graduate degree with 55% (50% for SC/ST/PWBD) OR Graduate with 60% (55% for SC/ST/PWBD) and DOEACC ‘B’ Level.
- Agriculture:
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture with 60% (55% for PWBD) OR PG degree in Agriculture with 55% (50% for PWBD).
- Animal Husbandry:
- Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Sciences/Animal Husbandry with 60% (55% for PWBD) OR PG degree with 55% (50% for PWBD).
- Fisheries:
- Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Science with 60% (55% for PWBD) OR PG degree with 55% (50% for PWBD).
- Food Processing:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields with 60% (55% for PWBD) OR PG degree with 55% (50% for PWBD).
- Forestry:
- Bachelor’s degree in Forestry with 60% (55% for PWBD) OR PG degree with 55% (50% for PWBD).
- Plantation/Horticulture:
- Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture with 60% (55% for PWBD) OR PG degree with 55% (50% for PWBD).
- Geo Informatics:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geo Informatics with 60% (55% for PWBD) OR PG degree with 55% (50% for PWBD).
- Development Management:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields with 60% (55% for PWBD) OR PG degree with 55% (50% for PWBD).
- Statistics:
- Bachelor’s degree in Statistics or related fields with 60% (55% for PWBD) OR PG degree with 55% (50% for PWBD).
- Civil Engineering:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with 60% (55% for PWBD) OR PG degree with 55% (50% for PWBD).
- Electrical Engineering:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 60% (55% for PWBD) OR PG degree with 55% (50% for PWBD).
- Environmental Engineering/Sciences:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering/Science with 60% (55% for PWBD) OR PG degree with 55% (50% for PWBD).
- Human Resource Management:
- Bachelor’s degree + Two-year PG degree/diploma in HR/Personnel Management with 60% (55% for SC/PWBD).
(B) Assistant Manager in Grade ‘A’ (Rajbhasha)
- Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in English/Hindi with Hindi and English as subjects with 60% (55% for SC/PWBD) OR PG Diploma in Translation from Hindi to English and vice versa.
- OR Master’s degree in Hindi with 60% (55% for SC/PWBD) and English as a subject OR Master’s degree in English with 60% (55% for SC/PWBD) and Hindi as a subject.
Note: Qualifications must be from recognized institutions under Indian legislation or UGC-deemed universities.
NABARD Recruitment 2024 Age Limit
Age Criteria (as of 01-07-2024)
- Age Range: 21 to 30 years
- Birth Dates: Between 02-07-1994 and 01-07-2003
Age Relaxation
- OBC Applicants: 3 years
- SC/ST, Ex-servicemen, Emergency Commissioned Officers, 1984 Riot Victims: Up to 5 years
- PWBD Candidates:
- General: 10 years
- OBC: 13 years
- SC/ST: 15 years
Note: No cumulative age relaxation beyond the specified limits.
NABARD Recruitment 2024 Selection Process
Selection Process
- Phase 1 (Prelims):
- Marks: 200
- Duration: 120 minutes
- Phase 2 (Mains):
- Marks: 200
- Duration: 210 minutes
- Psychometric Test:
- Interview (Phase 3):
NABARD Recruitment 2024 Salary
- Pay Scale:
- Starting basic pay: Rs. 44,500/month.
- Gross emoluments: Rs. 1,00,000/month.
- Perquisites:
- Bank accommodation (if available), vehicle maintenance, medical expenses, festival advance, concessional loans.
- Pension and Benefits:
- New Pension Scheme (NPS), Gratuity, Group Term Insurance.
- Accommodation:
- Limited residential quarters; lease options available.
- Probation:
- 2 years, extendable by 1 year.
- Posting:
- Transferable anywhere in India.
NABARD Recruitment 2024 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Intimation Charges | Total | GST |
| SC/ST/PWBD | NIL | ₹150 | ₹150 | Exclusive |
| All Others | ₹700 | ₹150 | ₹850 | Exclusive |
| NABARD Staff | As per above | As per above | As per above | Exclusive |
- Note: NABARD staff who meet the eligibility criteria will have their application fee/intimation charges reimbursed upon submission of the fee receipt.
NABARD Recruitment 2024 – Application Process
- Visit Website: Go to www.nabard.org/career and click “APPLY ONLINE.”
- Register: Choose “Click here for New Registration,” and enter your Name, Contact details, and Email. A Provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated.
- Save Progress: Use “SAVE AND NEXT” to save data and verify details. Modify if necessary.
- Final Submission: Ensure all details are correct before clicking the “FINAL SUBMIT” button.
- Verify Name: Ensure the name matches certificates and valid ID proofs.
- Upload Documents: Upload Photo & Signature as per specifications.
- Review: Click “Preview” to verify your application before final submission.
- Payment: Click the ‘Payment’ tab to make the payment.
- Submit: Click “Submit” to complete the process.
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