National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released an official notification for engagement of 41 Young Professionals under the NABARD Young Professional Program 2025–26 on a contract basis. Candidates with Graduation or Post Graduation qualifications in relevant disciplines can apply online from 26-12-2025 to 12-01-2026 through the official website nabard.org.
NABARD is an apex development financial institution fully owned by the Government of India and plays a central role in promoting sustainable agriculture, rural development, and financial inclusion across the country. Through its Young Professional Program, NABARD provides an excellent opportunity for young, motivated professionals to gain hands-on exposure to policy research, project monitoring, data analysis, climate action, IT systems, and development finance.
The NABARD Young Professional Recruitment 2025–26 offers contractual engagement initially for one year, extendable up to three years based on performance and organizational needs. Selected candidates will be posted at NABARD Head Office or Regional Offices across India and will receive an attractive consolidated monthly remuneration.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Program Name | Young Professional (YP) |
| Total Vacancies | 41 Posts |
| Qualification | Graduate / Post Graduate (Discipline-wise) |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 Years |
| Salary | ₹70,000/- per month |
| Application Fee | ₹150/- |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | https://www.nabard.org |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 26-12-2025 |
| Application Start Date | 26-12-2025 |
| Application Last Date | 12-01-2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Information Technology | 12 |
| Finance | 6 |
| Data Science | 4 |
| Project Monitoring | 4 |
| Climate Action & Sustainability | 3 |
| Economics | 3 |
| Development Management | 3 |
| Other Disciplines | 6 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s or Post Graduate Degree in relevant discipline as prescribed by NABARD
- Minimum marks: 60% in Graduation or 55% in Post Graduation (as applicable)
- Minimum 1 year relevant work experience (mandatory)
- Final result must be declared on or before 01-11-2025
Age Limit (as on 01-11-2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | ₹150/- (Non-Refundable) |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, Wallets)
Salary Structure
- Monthly Consolidated Remuneration: ₹70,000/-
- Taxes will be deducted as per rules
Selection Process
- Application Screening
- Interview
- Medical Examination
How to Apply Online?
- Visit the official website: https://www.nabard.org
- Go to Career Notices section
- Click on “Apply Online” for Young Professional Program
- Complete registration and login
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression, declaration and CV
- Pay application fee online
- Submit form and take printout
Important Links
- Apply for only one discipline and one location
- Applications submitted after last date will not be accepted
- Keep scanned documents ready before applying
- Application fee is non-refundable
- Regularly check official website for updates
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for NABARD Young Professional Recruitment 2025–26?
A1. The last date to apply online is 12-01-2026.
Q2. What is the age limit?
A2. Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years as on 01-11-2025.
Q3. What is the salary for Young Professionals?
A3. Selected candidates will receive ₹70,000 per month.
Q4. Is this a permanent job?
A4. No, it is a contractual engagement under the Young Professional Program.
Q5. What is the application fee?
A5. Application fee is ₹150 for all categories.
Disclaimer: All information provided above is compiled from the official notification released by NABARD. Candidates are advised to verify details from the official notification PDF before applying.