Important Dates and Eligibility Criteria for NABARD Grade A Notification 2024

The National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development (NABARD) conducts annual recruitment for Grade A executives, a prestigious opportunity in the banking sector. The eagerly awaited NABARD Grade A notification for this year is anticipated soon. It will encompass detailed information on job openings, eligibility criteria, selection process including interviews and exam formats, and the attractive salary package offered. While the 2024 announcement is pending, here’s a glimpse of the comprehensive notification from the previous year, providing insights into what prospective applicants can expect.

  • Notification Release Date : July 2024
  • Registration Start Date : Last week July
  • Registration Last Date : Mid-August
  • Last Day to Pay Fees : Mid-August
  • Grade A Prelims Exam Date 2024 : Notify Soon
  • Grade A Mains Exam Date 2024 : Notify Soon
  • General/ OBC /EWS : ₹800
  • PH/SC/ST : ₹150
  • Minimum Age : 21 Years.
  • Maximum Age : 30 Years.
DisciplineEducational Qualification
GeneralBachelor’s Degree (60% marks) or Postgraduate degree
Computer/Information TechnologyBachelor’s Degree in relevant field (60% marks)
FinanceBBA/BMS (50% marks) or Two years full-time P.G. Diploma in Management or Full-time MBA (50% marks)
Company SecretaryBachelor’s degree with Company Secretary membership
Civil EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (60% marks)
Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (60% marks)
Geo InformaticsBE/B.Tech/BSC degree in Geoinformatics (60% marks)
ForestryBachelor’s degree in Forestry (60% marks)
Food ProcessingBachelor’s degree in Food Processing/Food Technology (60% marks)
StatisticsBachelor’s Degree in Statistics (60% marks)
Mass Communication/Media SpecialistBachelor’s degree in relevant field (60% marks)
DisciplineTotal
URSCSTOBCEWS
General311109180877
Computer/ Information Technology160601140340
Finance030401050215
Company Secretary020103
Civil Engineering01010103
Electrical Engineering01010103
Geo Informatics0202
Forestry010102
Food Processing010102
Statistics0202
Mass Communication/Media Specialist0101
Total6122124114150

Prelims:

  • Mode: Online
  • Duration: 120 Minutes
  • Total Questions: 200
  • Maximum Marks: 200
  • Question Type: Objective
  • Marking Scheme:
  • Each question carries 1 mark.
  • Negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
  • Sections:
  • Test of Reasoning
  • English Language
  • Computer Knowledge
  • Quantitative Aptitude
  • Decision Making
  • General Awareness
  • Eco & Soc. Issues (with focus on Rural India)
  • Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India
  • Medium: English and Hindi

Mains:

  • Mode: Online
  • Duration: 90 minutes for each paper
  • Paper I (For Generalist Post): Descriptive (3 questions, 100 marks)
  • Paper II (For Generalist Post): Objective and Descriptive
  • 30 objective questions, 50 marks
  • 6 descriptive questions, 50 marks
  • Paper I (For Specialist Post): Descriptive (3 questions, 100 marks)
  • Paper II (For Specialist Post): Objective and Descriptive
  • 30 objective questions, 50 marks
  • 6 descriptive questions, 50 marks
  • Medium: Descriptive answers can be typed in either English or Hindi (using Remington and Inscript keyboards).

Interview:

  • Mode: In-person
  • Total Marks: 50
  • Medium: Candidates may opt for the interview in either Hindi or English language.
  • Visit the official NABARD website.
  • Register with required details.
  • Fill out the application form accurately.
  • Upload necessary documents.
  • Pay the application fee online.
  • Review and submit the application.
  • Download or print the confirmation.
  • Stay updated on further notifications.
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Notification DownloadClick Here
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The NABARD Grade A Notification 2024 is a prestigious opportunity for those aspiring to work in India’s agricultural and rural development sector. NABARD, short for National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development, annually recruits Grade A officers through a competitive examination process.

As a Grade A officer, the responsibilities primarily revolve around facilitating rural development, promoting sustainable agriculture, and ensuring financial inclusion. Officers are tasked with implementing various schemes and policies aimed at uplifting rural communities, enhancing agricultural productivity, and managing rural credit.

Candidates interested in applying for NABARD Grade A must meet certain eligibility criteria, which typically include a bachelor’s degree in relevant disciplines such as Agriculture, Economics, Finance, or Management. Additionally, a background in rural development, finance, or banking is often preferred.

The selection process for NABARD Grade A involves a preliminary examination, main examination, and an interview. The preliminary exam assesses candidates’ knowledge in reasoning, quantitative aptitude, general awareness, English language, and agriculture and rural development. Those who qualify proceed to the main exam, which delves deeper into these areas along with specialized subjects related to agriculture and rural development.

Successful candidates are then called for an interview, where their understanding of rural issues, communication skills, and overall suitability for the role are evaluated. The final selection is based on the combined performance in the main examination and interview rounds.

Working as a Grade A officer in NABARD offers a rewarding career with opportunities to contribute significantly to India’s rural economy. Officers play a crucial role in formulating policies, disbursing agricultural credit, and implementing development initiatives that impact millions of farmers and rural households across the country. The job also provides avenues for professional growth and development through training programs and exposure to diverse aspects of rural finance and development.

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