Sarkari ResultNational Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 17 Specialists Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official NABARD website. The last date to submit the application form is 02-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the NABARD Specialists Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
The NABARD Specialist Contract Recruitment 2025-26 offers an exciting opportunity for skilled professionals to join the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) in Mumbai. With a total of 17 vacancies across multiple departments, including Risk Management, Rural Development, Financial Analysis, Data Science, and Information Technology, this recruitment targets individuals with specialized skills in these areas. The positions are offered on a contract basis, with attractive consolidated remuneration ranging from ₹1.50 lakh to ₹3.85 lakh per month for most posts, and up to ₹21 lakh per year for Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developers. The recruitment process runs from 19 December 2025 to 02 January 2026, offering a wide range of roles for both junior and senior professionals.
Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, including age limits, educational qualifications, and relevant experience. Key roles include positions such as Risk Manager, Financial Analyst, Producer Organization Manager, and Project Manager, with age limits ranging from 23 years to 62 years depending on the post. Interested candidates can apply online through the official NABARD website and must ensure they meet all application requirements before submitting their forms. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to contribute to NABARD’s mission of rural development while enjoying competitive compensation and career growth.
NABARD Specialist Contract Recruitment 2025-26 Overview
| Company Name | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Post Name | Specialists on Contract in departments RMD, RMSMED, DOR, DDMABI, DIT and DEAR (various designations) |
| No of Posts | 17 Specialists on contract for Head Office, Mumbai |
| Salary | Consolidated remuneration ranges from ₹1.50 lakh/month to ₹3.85 lakh/month for most posts and ₹15–21 lakh/year for Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developer; annual increment up to 10% may be granted based on performance at Bank’s discretion. |
| Qualification | Post‑specific mandatory qualifications such as Graduate/Postgraduate degrees in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Management, Rural Development, Agriculture, Business Administration, Engineering, IT, Data Science, CA/ICWA/CFA, etc., along with prescribed minimum experience as on 01 December 2025. |
| Age Limit | Minimum age 23–30 years for junior posts like Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developer and Financial Analyst; maximum age up to 62 years for senior specialist posts, as specified for each post, as on 01 December 2025. |
| Start Date for Apply | 19 December 2025 (Online Application Registration and Payment of Fees/Intimation Charges opens) |
| Last Date for Apply | 02 January 2026 (Online Application Registration and Fee Payment closes) |
| Official Website | https://www.nabard.org |
NABARD Specialist Contract Recruitment 2025-26 Vacancy Details
| Department | Post Name | Total Posts |
| RMD | Additional Chief Risk Manager | 2 |
| RMD | Risk Manager – Data Analytics and Market Intelligence (DAMI) Cell | 1 |
| RMD | Risk Manager – Credit Risk | 2 |
| RMD | Risk Manager – Market Risk | 1 |
| RMD | Risk Manager – Operational Risk | 1 |
| RMSMED | Producer Organization Manager | 1 |
| RMSMED | Geographical Indications (GI) Manager | 1 |
| RMSMED | Incubation Centre / Startup Manager | 1 |
| RMSMED | Senior Consultant | 1 |
| DOR | Financial Analyst | 2 |
| DDMABI | Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developer | 1 |
| DIT | Project Manager – IT Operations and Infrastructure Services | 1 |
| DIT | Project Manager – Information Security Operations | 1 |
| DEAR | Senior Statistical Analyst | 1 |
| Total | 17 | |
Eligibility Criteria
- Additional Chief Risk Manager: Age 30–62 years; Graduate/Postgraduate in Economics/Statistics/Finance/Business Administration/MBA/PGDI or CA/CS; minimum 10 years’ BFSI experience with at least 5 years at senior management level in risk management in a regulated lending entity or RBI‑approved credit rating agency; desirable risk certifications and experience as Risk Officer/Head of Risk, with exposure to market/liquidity/operational risk, high‑value project appraisal and climate/ESG.
- Risk Managers (DAMI, Credit, Market, Operational): Age mostly 30–60/50 years; mandatory PG in Finance/Commerce/Economics/Statistics/Econometrics/Mathematics or MBA/PGDBA/PGPM/PGDM or relevant engineering/CA/ICWA; minimum 5 years’ practitioner‑level experience in risk management in financial institutions or risk consultancy/rating/training firms, with specific profiles for credit, market and operational risk modelling, policy, analytics and software solutions.
- Producer Organization Manager / GI Manager / Incubation Centre–Startup Manager / Senior Consultant: Age 30–55 years (Senior Consultant 40–55); mandatory master’s degrees in Business Administration, Rural Development, Business Analytics, Agriculture, Agri Business, Agri Economics, Marketing, Agri Business Management, Intellectual Property Law, Technology Management, Entrepreneurship or related fields; 5–10 years’ experience in rural development, producer organisations, GI promotion, MSME/startup incubation, cluster development, policy and capacity building; strong analytical, documentation, coordination and communication skills.
- Financial Analyst: Age 24–35 years; two‑year full‑time PGDM/MBA/MMS (Finance) with 55% marks or membership of ICAI/CFA Institute with any bachelor’s degree; minimum 2 years’ relevant experience, preferably in Banks/FIs/BFSI; skills in financial analysis, credit appraisal, monitoring and use of financial analysis tools.
- Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developer: Age 23–30 years; full‑time BE/B.Tech in IT/Computer Science/Electronics & Communication/AI & Data Science with first class (minimum 60%) or ME/M.Tech/MCA in relevant IT/data fields; minimum 1 year post‑qualification experience in AI/ML projects; required skills include AI/ML model development and validation, big data tools, analytical databases, BI tools and LLM usage.
- Project Manager – IT Operations & Infrastructure / Project Manager – Information Security Operations: Age 28–62 years; BE/B.Tech or BCA/MCA/MSc in relevant IT/CS/ECE/Cyber Security; minimum 7 years’ (graduates) or 5 years’ (postgraduates) experience in data centre, infrastructure, or information/cyber security operations and risk management in IT/BFSI, with various technical certifications preferred.
- Senior Statistical Analyst: Age 30–45 years; Master’s degree (MA/MSc) in Economics/Applied Economics/Agri Economics/Financial Economics/Statistics/Data Science/Management/Business Analytics; minimum 5 years’ relevant work experience with advanced quantitative and econometrics skills and ability to manage, analyse and forecast using statistical software.
Salary/Stipend
- Additional Chief Risk Manager: Consolidated remuneration ₹3.85 lakh per month (all inclusive).
- Risk Managers (DAMI, Credit Risk, Market Risk, Operational Risk) and Project Managers (IT Operations & Infrastructure, Information Security Operations): Consolidated remuneration ₹3.00 lakh per month (all inclusive) for each of these posts.
- Producer Organization Manager, GI Manager, Incubation Centre/Startup Manager, Senior Consultant: Consolidated remuneration ₹1.50 lakh per month (all inclusive) for each of these posts.
- Financial Analyst: Consolidated remuneration in the range of ₹1.75–2.00 lakh per month (all inclusive).
- Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developer: Consolidated remuneration ₹15–21 lakh per year (all inclusive).
- Compensation is cost to NABARD and includes all statutory payments; specialists are liable for tax as per law; annual increment up to a maximum of 10% may be granted based on satisfactory performance and Bank’s discretion.
Age Limit (as on 01-12-2025)
- Additional Chief Risk Manager: 30 to 62 years.
- Risk Manager – DAMI Cell: 30 to 60 years.
- Risk Manager – Credit Risk, Market Risk, Operational Risk: 30 to 50 years (30–45 years preferred for some posts).
- Producer Organization Manager, GI Manager, Incubation Centre/Startup Manager: 30 to 50 years.
- Senior Consultant: 40 to 55 years.
- Financial Analyst: 24 to 35 years.
- Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developer: 23 to 30 years.
- Project Manager – IT Operations & Infrastructure Services and Project Manager – Information Security Operations: 28 to 62 years.
- Senior Statistical Analyst: 30 to 45 years.
Application Fee
- SC/ST/PWBD candidates: Application Fee NIL, Intimation charges etc. ₹150 (exclusive of applicable GST); total ₹150 plus GST.
- All other candidates: Application Fee ₹700, Intimation charges etc. ₹150 (exclusive of applicable GST); total ₹850 plus GST.
- Bank transaction charges for online payment of application fee/intimation charges have to be borne by the candidate.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Period |
| Online Application Registration and Payment of Online Fees/Intimation Charges | 19/12/2025 to 02/01/2026 |
| Cut‑off date for eligibility (Educational Qualification, Experience and Job Profile) | 01/12/2025 (as on 01 December 2025) |
Selection Process
- Selection will be by way of interview only; candidates will be shortlisted for interview in the ratio of 1:3 based on qualification, experience, etc.
- Shortlisted candidates serving in Government/Quasi Government offices, PSUs, nationalised banks and financial institutions must submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview, failing which their candidature may not be considered and any admissible travelling expenses will not be paid.
- Before appointment, selected candidates must produce a proper relieving letter from previous/present employer and undergo pre‑recruitment medical examination; final appointment is subject to being declared medically fit by Bank’s Medical Officer.
- NABARD reserves the right to increase/decrease the number of posts or cancel recruitment in part or full; roll numbers of shortlisted and selected candidates will be published on Bank’s website, and Bank’s decision in shortlisting/selection based on minimum qualifying standards shall be final.
General Information/Instructions
- NABARD is an all‑India Apex Organization wholly owned by Government of India and an equal opportunity employer; engagement of specialists is purely on contract and does not confer any right or claim for regular employment.
- Applications are accepted only online through NABARD website; all revisions/corrigendum will be hosted on the Bank’s website only and candidates must regularly check the site.
- Specialists will not be entitled to superannuation benefits like Provident Fund, Pension or Gratuity; however, they will be eligible for travelling/halting allowance as admissible to equivalent grade officers when on official tours outside headquarters.
- Maximum leave admissible is 30 days per calendar year on a proportionate basis; unavailed leave will not be carried forward and any additional absence may be treated as leave without pay.
- Specialists will be provided office space, internet connectivity, lounge facilities as applicable and medical facility for self at Bank’s dispensary where available; they will report to an officer of higher grade as decided by the Officer‑in‑Charge.
- Bank may terminate the contract at any time without prior notice and without assigning reasons; normally, one month’s notice is provided and the specialist may also resign with one month’s notice or payment in lieu.
- Any legal proceedings in respect of claims or disputes arising from this advertisement can be instituted only in Mumbai, and courts/tribunals/forums at Mumbai shall have exclusive jurisdiction.
How to Apply
- Candidates must apply only online through NABARD website www.nabard.org under “Career Notices” by clicking on the “APPLY HERE” link below the concerned recruitment advertisement.
- Applicants must first click “Click here for New Registration”, enter name, contact details and email ID to obtain a provisional registration number and password sent via email/SMS; they can then log in to complete the form, using “Save & Next” to verify details before final submission.
- Before applying, candidates must scan and prepare their photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration (in prescribed text and format), and ensure these meet specified size and file‑type requirements; a latest CV/Resume in PDF (up to 500 KB) must also be uploaded.
- Online fee payment is integrated with the application form and can be made using debit/credit cards, internet banking, IMPS, cash cards or mobile wallets; on successful payment an e‑receipt is generated, which along with the application form containing fee details should be printed and retained.
- Applicants must have a valid personal email ID and mobile number active till completion of the recruitment process, as call letters and communications will be sent through registered email; after registration candidates should print and retain the system‑generated online application form for future reference.
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NABARD Specialist Contract Recruitment 2025-26 - FAQs
1. What is the starting date to apply for NABARD Specialist Contract Recruitment 2025-26?
Ans: The starting date for online application registration and payment of fees/intimation charges is 19 December 2025.
2. What is the last apply date for NABARD Specialist Contract Recruitment 2025-26?
Ans: The last date for online application registration and fee payment is 02 January 2026.
3. What is the eligibility to apply for NABARD Specialist Contract Recruitment 2025-26?
Ans: Eligibility varies by post and includes specific age limits, mandatory educational qualifications (such as relevant postgraduate degrees, engineering degrees, CA/ICWA/CFA) and prescribed minimum post‑qualification experience as on 01 December 2025, detailed in the eligibility criteria for each post.
4. What is the maximum age limit to apply for NABARD Specialist Contract Recruitment 2025-26?
Ans: Maximum age limits range from 35 years for Financial Analyst and 30 years for Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developer up to 62 years for senior specialist posts like Additional Chief Risk Manager and Project Managers in IT and Information Security, as specified for each post.
5. How many vacancies are being recruited under NABARD Specialist Contract Recruitment 2025-26?
Ans: A total of 17 specialist vacancies on contract are notified across various departments and posts at NABARD Head Office, Mumbai.
6. What is the salary for NABARD Specialists on contract?
Ans: Consolidated remuneration ranges from ₹1.50 lakh to ₹3.85 lakh per month for most posts, with ₹1.75–2.00 lakh per month for Financial Analyst and ₹15–21 lakh per year for Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developer, with possible annual increment up to 10% based on performance.
7. What is the selection process for NABARD Specialist Contract Recruitment 2025-26?
Ans: Selection is through interview only; candidates are shortlisted for interview in a 1:3 ratio based on qualification, experience and other criteria, and final appointment is subject to medical fitness and other conditions.
8. Where will the selected candidates be posted?
Ans: All selected specialists will be posted at NABARD Head Office, Mumbai, as mentioned under place of posting.
9. What is the application fee for NABARD Specialist Contract Recruitment 2025-26?
Ans: SC/ST/PWBD candidates pay intimation charges of ₹150 only, while all other candidates pay ₹700 as application fee plus ₹150 as intimation charges, exclusive of applicable GST.
10. How can candidates apply for NABARD Specialist Contract Recruitment 2025-26?
Ans: Candidates must apply online through NABARD’s website by registering, filling the application form, uploading required documents and paying the applicable fee within 19 December 2025 to 02 January 2026; no other mode of application is accepted.
