NABARD Grade A 2026 Overview
NABARD Grade A 2026 is a competitive government examination. Check the official notification for complete details on eligibility, exam dates, syllabus and salary.
| Exam Name | NABARD Grade A 2026 — �� �� Notification, Exam Date, Vacancy & Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | NABARD Grade A |
| Level | National |
| Mode | Offline |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Language | English & Hindi |
| Total Vacancies | TBD |
| Official Website | nabard.nic.in |
| Negative Marking | -.297 |
Important Dates — NABARD Grade A 2026
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Release | May–June 2026 (Expected) | Released |
| Application Start | Check notification | Open |
| Application End | June–July 2026 | Closed |
| Admit Card | Check notification | Awaited |
| Exam Date | Check notification | Scheduled |
| Answer Key | Check notification | Awaited |
| Result Declaration | September 2026 | Awaited |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet eligibility criteria for NABARD Grade A 2026 as per the official notification.
Educational Qualification
Graduate from a recognized university. Check official notification for specific requirements.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | 18 – 40 years |
| SC / ST | SC/ST: 5 years relaxation |
| PwD | PwD: 10 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per government norms |
Always verify eligibility from the official notification before applying.
Selection Process
Written Examination
Written Examination as per the official NABARD Grade A 2026 pattern.
Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted after written exam are called for verification.
Final Merit List
Final selection based on written score and document verification.
Exam Pattern 2026
NABARD Grade A 2026 exam. Negative marking: -.297.
| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test of Reasoning | 20 | 20 | 2 Hours |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 2 Hours |
| Total | 480 | 490 | 2 Hours |
Negative Marking: -.297. Verify from official notification.
Syllabus 2026
NABARD Grade A 2026 syllabus covers the following subjects as per the official notification.
NABARD Grade A — Core Subjects
- General Studies
- Aptitude & Reasoning
- Current Affairs
NABARD Grade A — Advanced Topics
- English Language
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Reasoning Ability
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Salary 2026
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| Post | Basic Pay | DA | HRA | Gross | In-Hand |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NABARD Grade A | As per notification | — | — | — | As per notification |
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