The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has officially released the Mains Admit Card for Development Assistant Grade-B Recruitment 2026 on its official website. Candidates who qualified the Phase-I (Preliminary) Examination and are now appearing for the Phase-II (Mains) Examination can download their hall ticket immediately.
The NABARD Development Assistant Grade-B Phase-II Admit Card 2026 was released on 03 April 2026, and the Mains Examination is scheduled on 12 April 2026 — just days away. All shortlisted candidates must download their Mains admit card right away using their registration credentials from the official NABARD portal. The direct download link is provided below.
NABARD Development Assistant Grade-B Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Advertisement No. | Advt. No. 08/DA/2025-26 |
| Post Name | Development Assistant General & Hindi |
| Total Vacancies | 162 Posts |
| Phase-II Exam Date | 12 April 2026 |
| Phase-II Admit Card Released | 03 April 2026 Available Now |
| Selection Process | Pre Exam → Mains Exam → Language Proficiency Test |
| Official Website | nabard.org |
Important Dates – NABARD Development Assistant Grade-B 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 17 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 03 February 2026 |
| Phase-I (Pre) Exam Date | 21 February 2026 |
| Phase-I Admit Card Released | 14 February 2026 |
| Phase-I Result Declared | 30 March 2026 |
| Phase-II (Mains) Admit Card | 03 April 2026 Available Now |
| Phase-II (Mains) Exam Date | 12 April 2026 |
Urgent: The Mains Examination is on 12 April 2026 — just days away. Download your admit card immediately and verify all details including exam centre, date, and shift timing.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹550/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹100/- |
Payment Mode: Fee was accepted through the following online methods:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved category candidates as per NABARD regulations. Refer to the official notification for complete category-wise relaxation details.
Total Vacancies – 162 Posts
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Development Assistant (General) | 159 Posts |
| Development Assistant (Hindi) | 03 Posts |
| Total | 162 Posts |
Eligibility Criteria – NABARD Development Assistant Grade-B 2026
Development Assistant (General)
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university. SC/ST/PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates need only Pass Class marks.
- Must have knowledge of word processing on a personal computer (PC).
Development Assistant (Hindi)
- Bachelor’s Degree with Hindi and English as compulsory or elective subjects with minimum 50% aggregate marks (Pass Class for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen), OR
- Bachelor’s Degree with Hindi and English as main subjects with the same marks criteria.
- Must be able to translate from English to Hindi and Hindi to English.
- Must have knowledge of word processing on a PC.
Selection Process – NABARD Development Assistant Grade-B 2026
Selection involves three stages:
- Phase-I – Preliminary Examination (PRE) – Screening exam (conducted on 21 February 2026 – completed)
- Phase-II – Mains Examination – Advanced written test scheduled on 12 April 2026
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT) – Assessment of language proficiency applicable for shortlisted candidates
Candidates who clear all three stages will be considered for final appointment as Development Assistant at NABARD offices across India.
How to Download NABARD Development Assistant Grade-B Mains Admit Card 2026
Follow these steps to download your Phase-II hall ticket:
- Visit the official NABARD website – Go to nabard.org in your browser.
- Go to Careers / Notices section – Find the “Careers” or “Recruitment Notices” section on the homepage.
- Find the Mains Admit Card link – Look for “NABARD Development Assistant Grade-B Mains Admit Card 2026” and click on it.
- Enter your credentials – Provide your Registration Number and Date of Birth or Password.
- Click Login / Submit – Your Mains admit card will appear on the screen.
- Verify all details – Cross-check your name, roll number, exam date, shift, exam centre address, and reporting time.
- Download the PDF – Save the admit card on your device.
- Take printouts – Print at least two copies of the Mains admit card for exam day use.
Important: Carry the printed Phase-II admit card along with a valid government-issued original photo ID to the examination centre. Entry without both documents will not be allowed.
Documents to Carry on NABARD Mains Exam Day
- Printed NABARD Development Assistant Grade-B Mains Admit Card 2026
- Valid Government-Issued Original Photo ID (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Passport)
- One recent passport-size photograph (same as uploaded during registration)
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Mains Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Pre Result (General) | Click Here |
| Download Pre Result (Hindi) | Click Here |
| Download Pre Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check State Category-Wise Details | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Check Syllabus & Exam Pattern | Click Here |
| NABARD Official Website | nabard.org |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Has the NABARD Development Assistant Grade-B Mains Admit Card 2026 been released? Yes, the Phase-II (Mains) Admit Card has been officially released on 03 April 2026 and is available for download at nabard.org.
Q2. When is the NABARD Development Assistant Grade-B Mains Exam 2026? The Phase-II Mains Examination is scheduled on 12 April 2026.
Q3. How can I download the NABARD Mains Admit Card 2026? Visit the official NABARD website, go to the Careers section, find the Mains Admit Card link, and log in using your Registration Number and Date of Birth.
Q4. When was the NABARD Development Assistant Phase-I Result declared? The Phase-I (Preliminary) Result was declared on 30 March 2026 on the official NABARD website.
Q5. How many posts are available in NABARD Development Assistant Grade-B Recruitment 2026? A total of 162 posts are available — 159 for General and 3 for Hindi stream.
Q6. What is the educational qualification for NABARD Development Assistant 2026? Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 50% marks from a recognized university along with computer word processing knowledge.
Q7. What is the age limit for NABARD Development Assistant Grade-B 2026? The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum age is 35 years, calculated as on 01 January 2026.
Q8. What is the selection process for NABARD Development Assistant Grade-B 2026? Selection involves three stages — Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, and Language Proficiency Test (LPT).
Q9. What is the official website for NABARD recruitment? The official website is nabard.org.
