NABARD Young Professional Recruitment is a good chance for young graduates to work with a top government institution. NABARD hires Young Professionals on a contract basis. The role focuses on research, data, finance, technology, and rural development work. The recruitment is contract-based and focuses on policy research and development work. Candidates must read the NABARD Young Professional notification 2026 carefully before applying.
NABARD Young Professional Recruitment 2026: Overview
NABARD Young Professional Recruitment 2026 offers fixed tenure roles with good exposure. Key details from the NABARD Young Professional notification 2026 are summarised below.
The NABARD Young Professional notification 2026 officially announces the engagement of Young Professionals for the 2025–26 cycle. The notification confirms 44 total vacancies for different functional areas. It clearly mentions eligibility, age limit, salary, and selection method. NABARD Young Professional Recruitment 2026 is conducted on a contractual basis for one year. The application window starts on 26 December 2025 and closes on 12 January 2026. Candidates must apply online through the NABARD website only, as stated in the notification.
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development |
| Program Name | Young Professional Program |
| Total Vacancies | 44 |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Engagement Period | 1 Year (Extendable up to 3 Years) |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹70,000 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 26 December 2025 to 12 January 2026 |
| Selection Process | Screening + Interview |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | www.nabard.org |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 26th December 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 26th December 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 12th January 2026 |
| Payment of Application Fee/Intimation Charges | 26th December 2025 to 12th January 2026 |
| Qualification & Experience Date | As on 01-11-2025 |
| Age Calculation Date | As on 01-11-2025 |
NABARD Young Professional Recruitment 2026 Apply Online
The apply online process for NABARD Young Professional Recruitment 2026 is completely digital. Candidates must submit the application through the NABARD website only. No offline form is accepted. It mentions that the application window is time-bound. Applicants must upload required documents, pay the fee, and submit the form before the last date. Only one application per discipline is allowed in NABARD Young Professional Recruitment.
How to Apply:-
Candidates must follow the official steps to apply successfully.
- Visit the official NABARD website.
- Click on “Career Notices”.
- Select NABARD Young Professional Recruitment 2026.
- Register with email and mobile number.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Upload photo, signature, and documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download the form.
Vacancy Details:-
NABARD Young Professional Recruitment 2026 has 44 vacancies across multiple disciplines. These posts are spread across different states and NABARD offices.
| NABARD Young Professional Notification 2026: Vacancy | |
| Discipline | Vacancies |
| Climate Action & Sustainability | 3 |
| Economics | 3 |
| Data Science | 4 |
| Cyber Security | 1 |
| Academic Administration | 2 |
| Graphic Designing | 1 |
| PR, Outreach & Documentation | 2 |
| Information Technology | 12 |
| Geoinformatics | 1 |
| Development Management | 3 |
| Project Monitoring | 4 |
| Finance | 6 |
| UI/UX Designing | 1 |
| Software Testing | 1 |
| Total | 44 |
Eligibility Criteria:-
Candidates must meet the eligibility rules given in the NABARD Young Professional notification 2026.
Age Limit
Applicants must be between 21 and 30 years as on 01 November 2025.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a graduate or postgraduate degree relevant to the applied discipline from a recognised university.
Work Experience
Most posts require minimum one year of relevant work experience, as specified discipline-wise.
Nationality
The applicant must be an Indian citizen.
NABARD Young Professional Application Fees 2026
The application fee for NABARD Young Professional Recruitment 2026 is non-refundable. Payment must be done online only.
| Category | Application Fee |
| All Candidates | ₹150 + GST |
Salary :-
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Candidate must be an Indian citizen
- Candidate must have been born not earlier than 01-11-1995 and not later than 01-11-2004
- No age relaxation mentioned in the notification
Selection Process
- Step 1: Application Screening
- Applications received from interested eligible candidates shall be placed before the Screening Committee
- Screening for interview based on matrix of identified indicators like academic performance, relevance of work experience, overall profile, statement of intent
- Step 2: Interview
- Shortlisted applications shall be placed before Young Professional Selection Committee (YPSC)
- Final selection based on combined marks in Presentation and Interview conducted by YPSC
- Interview will be conducted at respective NABARD Regional Offices of the States against which vacancies have been announced
- Medical Fitness: Final appointment subject to being declared medically fit by Medical Officer(s) appointed/approved by the Bank
- Document Verification: NABARD shall verify eligibility at stage of interview/joining
- Final Decision: Final appointment based on decision of Selection Committee constituted for the purpose
- Mere fulfilment of eligibility criteria shall not vest any right to candidate for being called for interviews
- Decision of NABARD shall be final in all matters
- Travel for Interview: Candidates may be reimbursed to and fro 2AC rail fare for shortest route for attending interviews
General Instructions
Program Duration
- Duration of engagement is 1 (one) year, extendable upto maximum three years
- Extension depends on performance of Young Professional and organizational requirements
Legal Status
- Young Professionals selected on short-term contract basis
- Shall not be considered as “staff member” or “official” of NABARD
- Engagement shall not establish relationship of employee and employer between NABARD and Young Professional
- No right/claim for placement in NABARD by virtue of engagement under Young Professional Program
- Appointed on full-time basis and shall not be permitted to take up any other assignment during engagement period
Leave Facility
- Young Professionals entitled to maximum 30 days leave in a calendar year during engagement period
- Leave provided on proportionate basis
Medical Facility
- Medical facility available for self only at NABARD Dispensary
Office Facilities
- Lounge facility, Tea/Coffee provided as per entitlement of officers of the bank
- NABARD will provide Office Space, Internet Connectivity, and other support facilities
Conduct, Discipline and Confidentiality
- Services governed by code of conduct as prescribed by NABARD
- Internal data must be kept confidential
- NABARD entitled to all intellectual property rights including patent, copyright, trademark developed during engagement
- Must furnish undertaking for maintenance of secrecy before commencement
- Subject to provisions of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013
- Shall not use name, letterhead, emblem or official seal of NABARD without prior permission
Termination
- NABARD can terminate contract at any time without prior notice and without providing any reason
- In normal course, NABARD may terminate engagement by giving one month’s notice in advance
- Young Professional can also seek termination by giving one month’s notice
- If notice period not served, Young Professional required to pay sum equivalent to one month’s pay
- Unauthorized absence of more than 8 days (not including public holidays and weekends) without valid explanation can lead to termination
Travel and Official Benefits
- For official domestic travel, eligible for halting, boarding and incidental allowances same as Grade A officer of NABARD
- In event of death, injury or illness during engagement, neither Young Professional nor dependents entitled to any compensation or employment
- Young Professionals solely responsible for maintaining adequate insurance (life, health) at own expense
Mentorship and Review
- Each Young Professional attached to mentor/supervising officer who acts as Project Guide
- Mentor responsible for regularly overseeing progress
- Assessment done jointly by Officer in Charge of Department/RO/TE and supervising officer
- Letter of Experience/Recommendation given at end of engagement period
Application Guidelines
- Candidates must be Indian citizens
- Candidates should check eligibility carefully before applying
- Applications accepted through ONLINE mode only on www.nabard.org
- No other mode of application will be accepted
- Candidate should not furnish false, tampered or fabricated particulars
- Should not suppress any material information
- If found guilty of misconduct/unfair means, liable to disqualification/debarment/termination
- Bank reserves right to increase/decrease/modify/cancel any provisions of vacancy/recruitment process
- No correspondence will be entertained from ineligible and non-selected candidates
- Bank’s decision shall be final and binding on all matters
For Government/PSU Employees
- Applicants serving in Government/Quasi Government/PSU/Nationalized Banks required to submit ‘No Objection Certificate’ from employer at time of interview
- Before appointment, proper relieving letter indicating date of relief and no dues pending must be produced
Legal Jurisdiction
- Any legal proceedings can be instituted only in Mumbai
- Courts/tribunals/forums at Mumbai only shall have sole & exclusive jurisdiction
Communication
- Notice/communication displayed on Bank’s website or sent by Registered/Speed Post or email shall be deemed sufficient
- Check www.nabard.org regularly for updates
- Any corrigendum or announcements published only on Bank’s website
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