NABARD Consultancy Services (NABCONS) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 03 Project Assistant, Associate Consultant and Other Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official NABCONS website. The last date to submit the application form is 06-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the NABCONS Project Assistant, Associate Consultant and Other 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.
NABCONS Associate Vice President, Associate Consultant, Project Assistant 2026 – Important Details
NABCONS AVP / Associate Consultant / Project Assistant 2026 Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies for NABCONS Recruitment 2026 is 3 posts. Post-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:
Eligibility Criteria
1. Associate Vice President
- Regular Graduate with minimum 60% and regular Post-Graduation with minimum 55% or equivalent grade points in CGPA from a reputed institution.
- Specialisation in at least one technical field such as finance, agri-business, food processing, rural development, food technology, data analytics, agri & allied sector, civil engineering, business administration, etc.
- Minimum 09 years of experience with at least 5 years’ experience in a reputed consultancy organisation operating in the area of Agriculture and rural development.
- Executed minimum 5 consultancy assignments over the last three years in relevant thematic areas as specified in the notification.
- Experience in research-oriented/analytical/data intensive consultancy assignments.
2. Associate Consultant
- First Class Graduate and/or Post-Graduation with 55% at aggregate from a recognized University.
- Specialisation in at least one technical field such as finance, agri-business, food processing, rural development, food technology, data analytics, agri & allied sector, civil engineering, business administration, etc.
- Preference to candidates with Post-graduation.
- Minimum 3 years of work experience in consultancy organisation / Financial Institution / developmental agency.
- Preference to candidates having experience in consultancy sector.
3. Project Assistant
- First Class Graduate and/or Post-Graduation with 55% at aggregate from a recognized University in any subject.
- 3 years of experience in HR / Admin / Finance / Accounting / business development function with minimum 2 years’ experience in a reputed organisation operating in the area of Agriculture and rural development.
- Preference for work experience in handling ERP software.
- Proficiency in MS Office and other productivity and communication tools.
4. Other Common Criteria
- Indian Citizens only.
- Good written and oral communication skills, analytical skills, problem-solving skills, attention to detail.
- Team player with good presentation skills and ability to use MS Office and data analysis tools (where specified).
Age Limit
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of candidates as per eligibility criteria.
- Candidates shortlisted may be subjected to a qualifying written test, if required.
- Personal Interview for shortlisted candidates.
- Place of Interview will be indicated at the time of issuing call letters.
- Final appointment based on decision of selection committee.
How To Apply
- Interested candidates may apply online in the prescribed format within 10 days from 27th Jan 2026.
- Applications are to be submitted only through online mode on NABCONS website (www.nabcons.com); no other mode will be accepted.
- Use the specific links mentioned in the advertisement for each post:
- Application for the post of Associate Vice President – Zonal Office Kerala (01 Post) – Fill out form.
- Application for the post of Associate Consultant – Zonal Office Kerala (01 Post) – Fill out form.
- Application for the post of Project Assistant – Zonal Office Kerala (01 Post) – Fill out form.
- If the link does not work, copy and paste it into the web browser and fill the details.
- Applications submitted successfully through the prescribed online form will only be considered.
Important Dates
Instructions
- Before applying, candidates should read all instructions carefully and ensure they fulfil all eligibility criteria for the post.
- NABCONS will admit candidates on the basis of information furnished in the online application and verify eligibility at interview/joining stage.
- If any information in the online application is found false/incorrect or candidate does not satisfy eligibility criteria, candidature will be cancelled at any stage.
- Candidates must apply only online through NABCONS website; under no circumstances will applications by hand or any other mode be entertained.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview; cost incurred for attending interview will not be reimbursed.
- Self-attested copies of educational qualifications and experience certificates must be submitted at the time of interview; originals will be verified.
- Place of posting will be as per clause (1) of the advertisement; candidates may be posted at any NABCONS office/unit in India or abroad in future.
- Core Contract Staff manage multiple assignments, with full-time continuous engagement, subject to quarterly performance review in first year and annual review thereafter.
- Contract is terminable by three months’ notice on either side as per company policy.
- Contract staff have no legal claim to regular absorption, seniority, or continuation beyond contract terms.
- NABCONS reserves the right to change dates, cancel recruitment, increase/decrease posts, and issue corrigendum only on its website.
Application Fee
Details regarding application fee are not mentioned in this advertisement.
Salary/Stipend
- Position-wise consolidated monthly remuneration will be as per NABCONS Policy and Industry Standards for all three posts.
- Remuneration will be considered based on relevant experience, qualification, last drawn salary etc.
- Staff will be liable for tax as per Income Tax Act & Rules; tax will be deducted at source.
- Candidates are also eligible for facilities/allowances as per NABCONS policy (e.g., Provident Fund, Gratuity, Leave Encashment and other benefits for Core Contract Staff).
NABCONS Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
