NABARD Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 17 Specialist Jobs – Pay up to ₹3.85 Lakh pm

NABARD Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 17 Specialist Jobs – Salary up to ₹3.85 Lakh pm. The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has officially released Advertisement No. 06, inviting online applications for 17 Specialist positions on a contract basis.

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released an official notification for the Recruitment of Specialists on Contract for the year 2025–26. A total of 17 specialist positions are available across multiple high-impact departments including Risk Management, IT, Data Science, MSME, Rural Development, and Statistics.

NABARD Recruitment 2025 Overview Summary

NABARD, an Apex Organization wholly owned by the Government of India, is seeking experienced Indian citizens for high-level specialized roles. The recruitment is for the 2025-26 period, covering departments such as Risk Management (RMD), Information Technology (DIT), and Economic Analysis (DEAR).

These positions are offered on a contract basis at NABARD Head Office, Mumbai, with high consolidated remuneration, making them extremely attractive for experienced professionals from BFSI, IT, analytics, rural development, and policy backgrounds. Online applications are invited from 19 December 2025 to 02 January 2026.

• Organization   NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development)
• Job Location Mumbai
• Total Vacancies: 17 positions across 6 departments
• Application Mode: Online only through www.nabard.org
• Application Period: December 19, 2025 to January 2, 2026
• Contract Duration: 2 years (extendable up to 5 years)
• Selection Process: Interview-based

NABARD 2025 Vacancies

As an apex organization wholly owned by the Government of India, NABARD offers an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals in banking, finance, risk management, IT, and rural development sectors. The positions come with attractive compensation packages ranging from ₹15 lakh to ₹3.85 lakh per month, depending on the role.

Sr. No	Name of the Post	Total Vacancies	Consolidated Remuneration
1	Additional Chief Risk Manager	2	Rs. 3.85 lakh/month
2-5	Risk Managers (Data/Credit/Market/Operational)	5	Rs. 3.00 lakh/month
6-9	Manager (PO/GI/Incubation) & Senior Consultant	4	Rs. 1.50 lakh/month
10	Financial Analyst	2	Rs. 1.75 – 2.00 lakh/month
11	Data Scientist-cum-BI Developer	1	Rs. 15 – 21 lakh/year
12-13	Project Manager (IT/Infra/Security)	2	Rs. 3.00 lakh/month
14	Senior Statistical Analyst	1	Rs. 2.00 lakh/month

Salary Details (Consolidated Monthly Remuneration)

The compensation structure is highly competitive and varies by position:

Post	Salary
Additional Chief Risk Manager	₹3.85 lakh/month
Risk Managers (All)	₹3 lakh/month
Project Managers (IT & Security)	₹3 lakh/month
Producer Org / GI / Startup Manager	₹1.50 lakh/month
Senior Consultant	₹1.50 lakh/month
Financial Analyst	₹1.75 – ₹2.00 lakh/month
Senior Statistical Analyst	₹2 lakh/month
Data Scientist-cum-BI Developer	₹15 – ₹21 lakh/year

Additional Benefits:

• Annual increment up to 10% based on satisfactory performance
• Traveling and Halting Allowance for official tours
• 30 days leave per calendar year (proportionate basis)
• Office space, internet connectivity, and support facilities
• Medical facility at Bank’s dispensary (for self only)
• Lounge facilities as applicable to bank officers

NABARD Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Age Limits (as on December 1, 2025)

• Additional Chief Risk Manager: 30-62 years
• Risk Manager positions: 30-60 years (30-50 preferred for some roles)
• Senior Consultant: 40-55 years
• Financial Analyst: 24-35 years
• Data Scientist-cum-BI Developer: 23-30 years
• Project Managers (IT): 28-62 years
• Senior Statistical Analyst: 30-45 years
• Producer Organization, GI, and Startup Managers: 30-50 years

Educational Qualifications

For Risk Management Positions

Mandatory:

• Post Graduate in Finance/Commerce/Economics/Statistics/Econometrics/Mathematics
• MBA/PGDBA/PGPM/PGDM from AICTE-recognized institutions
• CA/ICWA qualification acceptable

Desirable:

• Certifications from GARP, PRMIA, CMIRM from IRM (UK)
• CFA qualification
• Diploma in Data Science/Analytics

For Financial Analyst

• Two-year full-time PG Diploma/MBA/MMS (Finance) with 55% marks
• OR Membership of ICAI/CFA Institute with Bachelor’s degree

For Data Scientist-cum-BI Developer

Mandatory:

• B.E./B.Tech (First Class – 60%+) in IT/Computer Science/ECE/AI & Data Science
• OR M.E./M.Tech/MCA in Computer Science/IT/Data Science/AI & ML

Desirable:

• Certifications in Data Science/AI/ML/NLP/Neural Networks

For IT Project Managers

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Engineering/Technology (Computer Science/IT/ECE)
• OR BCA/MCA/MSc(IT)
• Certifications: ITIL 4, Cisco (CCNP/CCIE), PMP, Nutanix (desirable)

For Rural Development Positions

• Master’s degree in relevant fields (MBA/Rural Development/Agriculture/Agri Business Management)
• Specializations as per specific role requirements

For Senior Statistical Analyst

• Master’s Degree in Economics/Applied Economics/Statistics/Data Science/Management/Business Analytics

Experience Requirements

Risk Management Positions

• Additional Chief Risk Manager: Minimum 10 years in BFSI, with 5 years at senior management level in risk management
• Risk Managers: Minimum 5 years in risk management departments of financial institutions or risk consultancy firms

Other Positions

• Producer Organization Manager: 5+ years in rural development/cluster development
• GI Manager: 5+ years in rural development/GI promotion
• Incubation Centre Manager: 7+ years in startup incubation/rural entrepreneurship
• Senior Consultant: 10+ years in MSME sector
• Financial Analyst: 2+ years in relevant field (preferably BFSI)
• Data Scientist: 1+ year post-qualification experience in AI/ML projects
• IT Project Managers: 5-7 years in data center/infrastructure management
• Senior Statistical Analyst: 5+ years relevant experience

NABARD 2025 Application Fee Details

Application Fee (Non-Refundable)

• SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: ₹150 (Intimation charges only)
• All Other Candidates: ₹850 (₹700 application fee + ₹150 intimation charges)
• Note: Bank transaction charges and applicable GST are additional

How to Apply for NABARD Recruitment 2025

Step 1: Prepare Documents Before Applying

Scan the following documents as per specifications:

• Recent passport-size photograph (4.5cm × 3.5cm, 20-50 KB, JPG format)
• Signature with black ink (140 × 60 pixels, 10-20 KB)
• Left thumb impression on white paper (240 × 240 pixels, 20-50 KB)
• Handwritten declaration in English (800 × 400 pixels, 50-100 KB)
• Latest CV/Resume (PDF format, max 500 KB)

Declaration Text: “I, (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”

Step 2: Online Registration

1. Visit NABARD’s official website: www.nabard.org
2. Navigate to Career Notices section
3. Click on “APPLY HERE” below the recruitment advertisement
4. Choose “Click here for New Registration”
5. Enter your name, contact details, and email ID
6. Note down the Provisional Registration Number and Password sent via email/SMS

Step 3: Fill Application Form

1. Login using your Provisional Registration Number and Password
2. Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression, and declaration
3. Fill in all required details carefully
4. Use “SAVE AND NEXT” to save progress
5. Preview the entire application before final submission

Step 4: Payment of Fee

1. Click on the “Payment” tab
2. Complete payment using:
   • Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro)
   • Credit Cards
   • Internet Banking
   • IMPS
   • Mobile Wallets
3. Wait for server confirmation – do not press back or refresh
4. Save the e-Receipt generated upon successful payment
5. Take printout of application form and e-Receipt

Important Guidelines:

• Ensure all details match your certificates/mark sheets/identity proof exactly
• No changes possible after clicking “Complete Registration”
• Application must be submitted between December 19, 2025, and January 2, 2026
• Keep your email ID and mobile number active throughout the recruitment process

NABARD Jobs 2025 Selection Process

Stage 1: Shortlisting

Candidates will be shortlisted for interviews in a 1:3 ratio based on:

• Educational qualifications
• Relevant work experience
• Overall profile assessment

Stage 2: Interview

• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews
• Interview dates and venue will be communicated via email/website
• Roll numbers of shortlisted candidates will be published on www.nabard.org

Stage 3: Document Verification

Candidates must submit at interview:

• No Objection Certificate (if employed in Government/PSU/Bank)
• All original certificates for verification
• Proper relieving letter from previous employer (before final appointment)

Stage 4: Medical Examination

• Selected candidates must undergo pre-recruitment medical examination
• Final appointment only after being declared medically fit by Bank’s Medical Officer

Important Dates to Remember

NABARD Recruitment 2025 FAQs

Q: Is this a permanent government job?
A: No, these are specialist positions on contract. The initial period is 2 years, extendable up to a total of 5 years.

Q: Where will I be posted?
A: All selected candidates will be posted at the NABARD Head Office in Mumbai.

Q: Can I apply if I currently work for a NABARD vendor?
A: Individuals currently employed through a vendor or partner in an ongoing NABARD project are not eligible for IT roles (DIT).

Q: What is the handwritten declaration text?
A: “I, (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”