NABARD GRADE A Mains Examination 2023: Latest Update
NABARD Grade A Officer 2023-24 Notification has been released on the official website. Candidates can apply online between 2 September 2023 to 23 September 2023. NABARD Grade A 2023 Prelims exam will be held on 16th October 2023 and Mains exam will be held on 19th November 2023.
NABARD GRADE A EXAM
Syllabus for Paper I - General English (Common for all posts)
Essay, Précis writing, Comprehension and Business/Office Correspondence .
Syllabus for Paper II - Economic & Social Issues and Agriculture & Rural Development
Economic & Social Issues
Name of Test | Topic |
Economic & Social Issues | Nature of Indian Economy & Structural and Institutional features |
Economic underdevelopment & Opening up the Indian Economy | |
Globalisation & Economic Reforms in India | |
Privatisation. Inflation & Trends in Inflation & their Impact on National Economy and Individual Income | |
Poverty Alleviation and Employment Generation in India | |
Rural and Urban & Measurement of Poverty | |
Poverty Alleviation Programmes of the Government | |
Population Trends & - Population Growth and Economic Development | |
Population Policy in India. Agriculture | |
Technical and Institutional changes in Indian Agriculture | |
Agricultural performance & Issues in Food Security in India | |
Non-Institutional and Institutional Agencies in rural credit | |
Industry, Industrial and Labour Policy & Industrial performance | |
Regional Imbalance in India's Industrial Development & Public Sector Enterprises | |
Rural banking and financial institutions in India & Reforms in Banking/ Financial sector | |
Globalisation of Economy & Role of International Funding Institutions | |
IMF & World Bank, WTO & Regional Economic Co-operation | |
Social Structure in India & Multiculturalism | |
Demographic trends & Urbanisation and Migration | |
Gender Issues Joint family system & Social Infrastructure | |
Education & Health and Environment | |
Education - Status & System of Education | |
Socio - Economic Problems associated with Illiteracy, - Educational relevance and educational wastage & - Educational Policy for India | |
Social Justice - Problems of scheduled castes and scheduled tribes & socio-economic programmes for scheduled castes and scheduled tribes and other backward classes | |
Positive Discrimination in favour of the underprivileged, Social Movements, Indian Political Systems, Human Development & Current Economic & Social Issues |
Agriculture & Rural Development
Name of Test | Topic | |
Agriculture | Definition, meaning and its branches, Agronomy: definition, meaning and scope of agronomy. Classification of field crops. Factors affecting crop production, Agro Climatic Zones; Cropping Systems: Definition and types of cropping systems. Problems of dry land agriculture; Seed production, seed processing, seed village; Meteorology: weather parameters, crop-weather advisory; Precision Farming, System of Crop Intensification, organic farming | |
Soil and Water Conservation | Major soil types, soil fertility, fertilisers, soil erosion, soil conservation, watershed management; | |
Water Resource | Irrigation Management: types of irrigation, sources of irrigation, crop-water requirement, command area development, water conservation techniques, micro-irrigation, irrigation pumps, major, medium and minor irrigation | |
Farm and Agri Engineering | Farm Machinery and Power, Sources of power on the farm- human, animal, mechanical, electrical, wind, solar and biomass, bio fuels, water harvesting structures, farm ponds, watershed management, Agro Processing, Controlled and modified storage, perishable food storage, godowns, bins and grain silos | |
Plantation & Horticulture | Definition, meaning and its branches. Agronomic practices and production technology of various plantation and horticulture crops. Post-harvest management, value and supply chain management of Plantation and Horticulture crops. | |
Animal Husbandry | Farm animals and their role in Indian economy, Animal husbandry methods in India, common terms pertaining to different species of livestock, Utility classification of breeds of cattle. Introduction to common feeds and fodders, thei | |
NABARD GRADE A Mains Examination 2023: Latest Update
NABARD Grade A Officer 2023-24 Notification has been released on the official website. Candidates can apply online between 2 September 2023 to 23 September 2023. NABARD Grade A 2023 Prelims exam will be held on 16th October 2023 and Mains exam will be held on 19th November 2023.
NABARD GRADE A EXAM PATTERN
NABARD Grade A Main Examination is both a combination of Online Objective & Descriptive Type questions. The exam Pattern is different for different posts. Paper I - General English is common for all posts.
For the post of Generalist
The section-wise distribution of Questions and Marks is given below:-
Test Mode | Name of Test | Type of Paper | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Objective & Descriptive Type Online Computer Based Test | Paper I- | Descriptive Questions | 3 | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes |
Paper II - | Objective | 30 | 50 | 30 Minutes | |
Descriptive | 6 questions will be asked, of which candidates will be required to attempt 4 questions | 2 x 15 = 15 | 90 Minutes |
For the post of Specialist & Rajbhasha
Test Mode | Name of Test | Type of Paper | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Objective & Descriptive Type Online Computer Based Test | Paper I- | Descriptive Questions | 3 | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes |
Stream Specific Paper | Objective | 30 | 50 | 30 Minutes | |
Descriptive | 6 questions will be asked, of which candidates will be required to attempt 4 questions | 2 x 15 = 30 | 90 Minutes |
NABARD GRADE A MODE OF EXAMINATION
In the Preliminary phase of the NABARD Grade A examination shall be conducted through online mode. The test shall be an online computer-based with both objective type multiple choice and Descriptive Type Questions.
NABARD GRADE A MEDIUM OF EXAMINATION
The Questions in the examination will be available bilingually, i.e., English & Hindi.
NABARD GRADE A MARKING SCHEME
There will be penalty for wrong answers marked by the candidate in Objective Type Questions only.
1. For every wrong answer marked, 1/4th of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty.
2. Cut-offs in Phase-II may be applied in two stages: (i) On scores in individual tests, (ii) On Total Score.
3. Since the vacancies are earmarked discipline-wise, a merit list of candidates for each stage will be prepared discipline-wise.
NABARD GRADE A INTERVIEW
1. Interview for RDBS/Rajbhasha will be held for 50 Marks.
2. Only such candidates who score the minimum cut-off marks or above in the Main Examination will be shortlisted for interview.
NABARD GRADE A RESOLUTION OF TIES
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NABARD GRADE A Mains Examination 2023: Latest Update
NABARD Grade A Officer 2023-24 Notification has been released on the official website. Candidates can apply online between 2 September 2023 to 23 September 2023. NABARD Grade A 2023 Prelims exam will be held on 16th October 2023 and Mains exam will be held on 19th November 2023.
NABARD GRADE A EXAM
Based on the marks scored in Preliminary Examination, candidates will be shortlisted, category-wise, to appear in Mains Examination.
The candidate’s eligibility for NABARD Grade A Examination is based on the fulfilment of the following conditions :-
1. Nationality
2. Age Limit & Relaxations
3. Educational Qualifications
NABARD GRADE A EXAM NATIONALITY
Only Indian citizen are eligible to for NABARD Grade A examination. One must have proof of being an Indian Citizen to be eligible to apply for this examination.
NABARD GRADE A EXAM AGE LIMIT & RELAXATION
The candidate must be between 21 and 30 years of age.
Upper Age-Limit Relaxation
Category | Age Relaxation |
Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) | 5 Years |
Other Backward Classes (OBC Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
Persons with Disabilities (PWD - General) | 10 years |
Persons with Disabilities (PWD- SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Persons with Disabilities (OBC) | 13 Years |
NABARD GRADE A EXAM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
Note:- Candidate applying for Asst. Manager (RDBS) - General cannot apply for another discipline and vice versa. Similarly, candidates applying for Asst. Manager (Rajbhasha) cannot apply for Asst. Manager (RDBS) and vice versa.
ASSISTANT MANAGER IN GRADE 'A' (RDBS- RURAL DEVELOPMENT BANKING SERVICES)
(I) General
1. Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate.
OR
2. Post Graduate degree, MBA/PGDM with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate.
OR
3. Chartered Accountant /Cost Accountant / Company Secretary with Bachelor's degree.
OR
4. Ph.D from Institutions recognized by GOI/UGC.
(II) Agriculture
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture with 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate.
OR
2. Post Graduate degree in Agriculture / Agriculture (Soil Science/ Agronomy) with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate from a recognized University / Institution.
(III) Agriculture Engineering
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Engineering with 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate.
OR
2. Post graduate degree in Agriculture Engineering with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate from a recognised University / Institution.
(IV) Animal Husbandry
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Sciences / Animal Husbandry from any recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate.
OR
2. Post Graduate degree in Veterinary Sciences / Animal Husbandry with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate.
(V) Fisheries
1. Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Science from a recognized University/Institution with 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants 55%) in aggregate.
OR
2. Post graduate degree in Fisheries Science with 55% marks (SC/PWBD applicants 50%) in aggregate.
(VI) Forestry
1. Bachelor’s degree in Forestry from a recognized University/Institution with 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate.
OR
2. Post graduate degree in Forestry with 55% marks (SC/PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate.
(VII) Plantation/Horticulture
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Horticulture from any recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate.
OR
2. Post Graduate degree in Horticulture with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate.
(VIII) Land Development-Soil Science
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture / Agriculture (Soil Science/Agronomy) with 60% marks (PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate.
OR
2. Post Graduate degree in Agriculture / Agriculture (Soil Science/Agronomy) with a minimum of 55% marks (PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate from a recognized University / Institution.
(IX) Water Resources
1. Bachelor’s degree in Hydrology/Applied Hydrology or Geology/Applied Geology with Hydrogeology /Irrigation /Water Supply & sanitation as one of the subjects with 60% marks (PWBD applicants 55%) in aggregate.
OR
2. Post Graduate degree in Hydrology/Applied Hydrology or Geology/Applied Geology with Hydrogeology /Irrigation /Water Supply & sanitation as one of the subjects with 55% marks in aggregate (PWBD applicants 50%) from a recognized University.
(X) Finance
1. BBA (Finance/Banking) / BMS (Finance/Banking) with 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 55%).
OR
2. Two years full time P.G. Diploma in Management (Finance) / Full time MBA (Finance) degree with 55% (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 50%) from Institutions / Universities recognized by GoI /UGC with Bachelor's Degree in any discipline. Candidates will be required to submit a certificate from Institution/University regarding specialization in finance.
OR
3. Bachelor of Financial and Investment Analysis with 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 55%).
OR
4. Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution with Membership of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). The Membership of ICAI must have been obtained on or before 01-07-2021 OR CFA.
(XI) Computer and Information Technology
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/ Computer Technology/ Computer Applications/Information Technology with 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants 55%) in aggregate.
OR
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NABARD GRADE A Mains Examination 2023: Latest Update
NABARD Grade A Officer 2023-24 Notification has been released on the official website. Candidates can apply online between 2 September 2023 to 23 September 2023. NABARD Grade A 2023 Prelims exam will be held on 16th October 2023 and Mains exam will be held on 19th November 2023.
NABARD GRADE A 2023 EXAM DATES
The details of dates as per notification 2023-24 are as follows.
Events | Dates |
NABARD Grade A Notification 2023 Release Date | 02 September 2023 |
Online Application Registration and Payment of Online Fees/Intimation Charges | 02 September 2023 to 23 September 2023 |
Phase I (Preliminary) – Online Examination | 16 October 2023 (Tentatively) |
| Mains Examination Date | 19 November 2023 |
The details of dates as per notification 2022 are as follows.
| Events | Dates |
| NABARD Grade A Notification | 18th July 2022 |
| Online Application Start Date | 18th July 2022 |
| Last Date to Apply for NABARD Grade A | 07th August 2022 |
| NABARD Grade A Prelims Admit Card | 26th August 2022 |
| NABARD Grade A Exam Date (RDBS/Rajbhasha) | 07th September 2022 |
| NABARD Grade A Prelims Result | 03rd October 2022 |
| NABARD Grade A Mains Admit Card | October 2022 |
| NABARD Grade A Mains Exam Date | 29th October 2022 |
NABARD GRADE A 2022 EXAM DATES
NABARD has not released the official notification for NABARD Grade A 2022 yet. The last notification for the post of NABARD Grade A was posted in the year 2021 which are mentioned below:
| Events | Dates |
Application form | 17-Jul-2021 |
Last date to apply online | 07-Aug-2021 |
Prelims Admit Card | 01-Sept-2021 |
Prelims exam for NABARD Grade A (RDBS/Rajbhasha) | 18-Sept-2021 |
Prelims Result Date | 14-Oct-2021 |
Mains Admit card | 02-Nov-2021 |
Mains exam for NABARD Grade A (RDBS/Rajbhasha) | 16-Nov-2021 |
Mains Result Date | 31-Dec-2021 |
Interview | 28-Feb-2022 onwards |
NABARD GRADE A 2020 EXAM DATES
The detailed schedule is given below:-
| Events | Dates |
| NABARD Grade A Officer Notification Release | 15/01/2020 |
| NABARD Grade A Officer Application Start | 15/01/2020 |
| NABARD Grade A Officer Application End | 03/02/2020 |
| NABARD Grade A Officer Prelims Admit Card | 10-15 days prior to the exam date |
| NABARD Grade A Officer – Prelims Exam Date | 25/02/2020 |
| NABARD Grade A Officer Prelims Result | 23/03/2020 |
| NABARD Grade A Officer – Mains Exam Date |
NABARD GRADE A Mains Examination 2023: Latest Update
NABARD Grade A Officer 2023-24 Notification has been released on the official website. Candidates can apply online between 2 September 2023 to 23 September 2023. NABARD Grade A 2023 Prelims exam will be held on 16th October 2023 and Mains exam will be held on 19th November 2023.
NABARD GRADE A EXAM ANALYSIS 16th NOVEMBER 2021
NABARD Grade A mains exam was conducted on 16th November 2021.
Paper I – Descriptive Paper
Here are the questions asked in the NABARD Grade A 2021 Descriptive English Paper:
Essay
1. Dropout in school: Causes and Prevention.
2. Benefits of the social media platform for farmers.
3. Contribution of the Tourism Sector in the Indian Economy.
4. Workplace Diversity: Measures for promoting diversity at the workplace.
Letter Writing
1. Write a letter to the editor of the newspaper telling the importance of developing sports infrastructure in India to create more Olympians.
2. Write a letter to the credit card company requesting to change your address associated with a credit card.
3. Write a letter to the block officer informing him about the pitiful condition of your village dispensary.
Precis
1- Uncertainty and its effects on health
Paper II – Economic and Social Issues & Agriculture and Rural Development Paper
1- The objective paper of ESI & ARD had one marker and two marker questions.
2- One marker questions were direct while two marker questions were paragraph based.
3- All types of questions were asked: Static, Current Affairs based, data related question etc.
Topics Asked in the 1 Marker Questions
Agronomy, Agroforestry (3 questions). The rest of the questions were either from current Affairs or government schemes.
Topics asked in the 2 Marker Questions
The paragraphs were lengthy and 2 to 3 questions were asked pertaining to a single paragraph.
1- Horticulture
2- Organic farming
3- Ayushman Bharat Scheme
4- Banking Regulation Act
5- Suraksha Bima Yojana
6- MUDRA/Soil Health Card/Chaman Portal
7- NEP
NABARD GRADE A EXAM ANALYSIS 24th SEPTEMBER 2020
NABARD Grade A mains exam was conducted on 24th September 2020.
PAPER - I GENERAL ENGLISH
1. Level of this section was Moderate - Difficult.
2. There were questions from Letter, précis and essay.
3. Paper was bit lengthy
4. In essay word limit was 400, 250 for letter and 150 for précis.
Essay Topics
1. Health and wealth or money is wealth
2. The requirement of communication skills for success in life.
3. High-speed internet, right or luxury?
4. Underemployment or Unemployment which is worse?
Letter Writing Topics
1. Write a congratulatory letter to your niece in London doing PHD in economic (Informal)
2. Write a letter to the branch manager to approve 40 lakhs Rupees loan for house renovation. (Formal)
3. The other was related to the bank (Letter)
Précis Writing Topics
It was based on mobile addiction.
PAPER II- ECONOMIC & SOCIAL ISSUES (PART-1)
1. There were 35 questions in part-1 carrying 2 marks each.
2. There were 35 questions in part-1 carrying 2 marks each.
The paragraph was based on the following topics
1. Irrigation
2. Horticulture
3. Livery stock
4. Banking fraud-related RBI Scheme
5. Climate change
6. Doubling farmer income
7. Soil-based passage
8. National Agriculture marketplace.
9. National Infrastructure pipeline.
10. Banking reforms ease, banking reform scheme.
PAPER II- AGRICULTURE & RURAL DEVELOPMENT (PART-2)
1. There were 30 questions carrying 1 mark each
2. Around 20-24 questions were based on Govt schemes
Some questions were based on the following Govt schemes
1. Doubling farmer income committee chairperson
2. Pradhan Mantri Maitri Vandana Yojana
3. Question-based on skill India Scheme
4. Deen Dayal Antodaya Yojana (DAY)
OVERALL ANALYSIS
1. The exam was Moderate to difficult and lengthy.
2. There were no question from Current Affairs.
3. Most of the questions from Agriculture and Rural Development were based on Govt Scheme.
4. Questions in Economic and Social issues were based on Paragraphs.
5. This year level of the exam was difficult as compared to last year.
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NABARD GRADE A Mains Examination 2023: Latest Update
NABARD Grade A Officer 2023-24 Notification has been released on the official website. Candidates can apply online between 2 September 2023 to 23 September 2023. NABARD Grade A 2023 Prelims exam will be held on 16th October 2023 and Mains exam will be held on 19th November 2023.
NABARD GRADE A SELECTION PROCESS
NABARD Grade A Examination is divided into three main Phases:-
1. Preliminary Exam
2. Mains Exam
3. Personal Interview
NABARD GRADE A EXAM TIPS & TRICKS
1. Candidates must selectively point out the important topics from the enormous ocean of topics linked to the NABARD Grade A examination while studying for the exam.
2. The most crucial aspect of your preparation is taking notes. While preparing for NABARD Grade A, you should take notes in your language. This will assist you in remembering the material in greater detail and for a longer amount of time. Self-made notes, on the other hand, will come in helpful during the last stages of exam revision
3. Learning alone will not help you remember the stuff you have studied for NABARD Grade A. Topics should be revised on a regular basis to ensure that information is retained. Schedule your study so that you can complete at least two rounds of revision.
4. Candidates must complete as many NABARD Grade A sample test papers as possible prior to the exam date. The most significant benefit of taking online mock tests is that it familiarises participants with the exam format, which reduces anxiety. Candidates can also maintain track of their time management skills by taking online NABARD Grade A practise examinations.
5. Candidates will receive the right kind of coaching during their preparation stages if they use appropriate study resources or books. Rather of focusing on quantity, candidates should keep in mind that quality is more important. In comparison to a list of books that may contain irrelevant material, one decent book will enough.
6. It is advisable to attempt mini mock tests on a daily basis for every topic studied so to be thorough with the topic.
NABARD GRADE A EXAM FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS(FAQ)
FAQ RELATED TO NABARD GRADE A EXAM BACKGROUND
QUERIES | RESPONSE |
What is Grade A recruitment? | NABARD Recruitment to Group A post is conducted for Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS), Protocol & Security Service (P&SS) and Rajbhasha. |
Is NABARD Grade A recruitment conducted year? | Yes, NABARD Grade A recruitment is conducted every year depending on the number of vacancies. |
Is there any number of attempts in NABARD Grade A exam? | No, there is no limit in the number of attempts in the NABARD Grade A exam. Candidates can apply for the exam within the age limit prescribed by the examination authority. |
How can I pay NABARD Grade A exam fees? | Candidates can pay their examination fees for NABARD Grade A exam online using Master/Visa/RuPay Debit or Credit Cards or Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets. |
Can I submit the NABARD application form offline? | No, only online application forms are accepted for the NABARD recruitment exam. |
FAQ RELATED TO NABARD GRADE A EXAM DURATION AND PATTERN
QUERIES | RESPONSE |
What is the nature of questions in NABARD Grade A mains exam? | NABARD Grade A mains exam comprises objective and descriptive type questions. Paper-I carries descriptive-type questions while Paper-II carries both objective-type and descriptive-type questions. |
In which mode the descriptive paper of NABARD Grade A mains exam will be conducted? | The descriptive type paper of NABARD Grade A mains exam is conducted online only. The answers need to be typed using the keyboard. |
Are there any sectional timings in the exam? | There are no any sectional timings in the NABARD Grade A exam. |
Is Paper-I of NABARD Grade A mains exam common across disciplines? | Yes, NABARD Grade A mains exam is common across disciplines. |
FAQ RELATED TO NABARD GRADE A EXAM RESULT
QUERIES | RESPONSE |
When is the scorecard of NABARD Grade A released? | The scorecard of NABARD Grade A is released a few days after the declaration of the result. To download the scorecard, candidates need to login with roll number and date of birth. |
Will I receive the hard copy of the NABARD Grade A scorecard? | No, you will not receive the hard copy of NABARD Grade A scorecard. You need to download the scorecard online only. |
How many candidates will be selected for NABARD Grade A mains exam? | Candidates in the ratio 1:25 are selected for the mains exam based on their performance in the prelims exam. |
How is the NABARD Grade A final selection done? | NABARD Grade A final selection and ranking for the post of Assistant Manager in Grade A (RDBS/Rajbhasha) are based on their performance in the mains exam and interview. |
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NABARD GRADE A Mains Examination 2023: Latest Update
NABARD Grade A Officer 2023-24 Notification has been released on the official website. Candidates can apply online between 2 September 2023 to 23 September 2023. NABARD Grade A 2023 Prelims exam will be held on 16th October 2023 and Mains exam will be held on 19th November 2023.
NABARD GRADE A EXAM
NABARD Recruitment to Group A post is conducted for Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS), Protocol & Security Service (P&SS) & Rajbhasha Service. This is also one of the popular exams conducted by NABARD. The selection for RDBS & Rajbhasha Service post is done based on the preliminary exam, mains exam, and interview. The Selection for the P&SS post is done through the interview only.
NABARD GRADE A EXAM SALIENT FEATURE
Particulars | Details |
Exam name | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) Grade A |
Conducting Body | National Bank For Agriculture And Rural Development (NABARD) |
Exam level | National level |
Mode of the examination | Online |
Language/Medium of Exam | English and Hindi |
Post Offered | To select candidates for the post of Assistant Manager (Grade A) in P&SS, Rajbhasha Service and RDBS |
Official website |
NABARD GRADE A EXAM CAREER PROSPECTS
The candidates who will make their way through the NABARD Grade A job screening process will be recruited as the Assistant Managers. The duties and the responsibilities that the Assistant Managers have to do are enlisted below:
1. The post of Assistant Manager is the lowest one in the hierarchy of managerial posts.
2. The probation period is of 2 years, which can be further extended for a maximum of 1 year at the discretion of the bank.
3. Since there is no specified work profile of an Assistant Manager, which clarifies that he has to do a lot of multitasking.
4. Any work assigned by the Chief General Manager of RO is to be carried out by him.
5. An Assistant Manager has to work on various policies and programmes mandated by Central/State Governments related to Agriculture and Rural Development.
6. Although one is liable to be posted anywhere in India the postings are generally limited to state capitals only. Moreover, as per the HR policy home state postings are not allowed.
NABARD GRADE A CAREER GROWTH AND PROMOTION
As far as promotions are concerned, one gets promoted only after going through departmental exams and interviews. The hierarchy of posts right from the post of Assistant Manager is as follows -
1. Assistant Manager
2. Manager
3. Assistant General Manager
4. Deputy General Manager
5. General Manager
6. Chief General Manager
7. Executive Director
8. Director
NABARD GRADE A EXAM DATES
The details of dates as per notification 2023-24 are as follows.
Events | Dates |
NABARD Grade A Notification 2023 Release Date | 02 September 2023 |
Online Application Registration and Payment of Online Fees/Intimation Charges | 02 September 2023 to 23 September 2023 |
Phase I (Preliminary) – Online Examination | 16 October 2023 (Tentatively) |
Mains Examination | 19 November 2023 |
The details of dates as per notification 2022 are as follows.
Events | Dates |
NABARD Grade A Notification | 18th July 2022 |
Online Application Start Date | 18th July 2022 |
Last Date to Apply for NABARD Grade A | 07th August 2022 |
NABARD Grade A Prelims Admit Card | 26th August 2022 |
NABARD Grade A Exam Date (RDBS/R |
NABARD GRADE A Mains Examination 2023: Latest Update
NABARD Grade A Officer 2023-24 Notification has been released on the official website. Candidates can apply online between 2 September 2023 to 23 September 2023. NABARD Grade A 2023 Prelims exam will be held on 16th October 2023 and Mains exam will be held on 19th November 2023.
NABARD GRADE A Examination 2023: Overview
NABARD Recruitment to Group A post is conducted for Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS), Protocol & Security Service (P&SS) & Rajbhasha Service. This is also one of the popular exams conducted by NABARD. The selection for RDBS & Rajbhasha Service post is done based on the preliminary exam, mains exam, and interview.
NABARD GRADE A 2023: Vacancy Details
NABARD GRADE A 2023: Salary Structure
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development offers a lucrative salary to the Assistant Managers. The table below possesses the salary structure of the NABARD Grade A Officers:
Salary | Amount |
Basic Pay | Rs. 28,150/- p.m |
Pay Scale | 28150-1550(4) -34350-1750(7) – 46600 –EB - 1750(4)- 53600-2000(1)-55600 |
Monthly Emoluments | Rs. 70,000 |
In-Hand salary | Rs. 62,600/- p.m. |
NABARD GRADE A 2023: Important Dates
The details of dates as per notification 2023-24 are as follows.
Events | Dates |
NABARD Grade A Notification 2023 Release Date | 02 September 2023 |
Online Application Registration and Payment of Online Fees/Intimation Charges | 02 September 2023 to 23 September 2023 |
Phase I (Preliminary) – Online Examination | 16 October 2023 (Tentatively) |
Mains Examination Date | 19 November 2023 |
The details of dates as per notification 2022 are as follows.
Events | Dates |
NABARD Grade A Notification 2022 | 18th July 2022 |
Online Application Start Date | 18th July 2022 |
Last Date to Apply for NABARD Grade A | 07th August 2022 |
NABARD Grade A Prelims Admit Card | 26th August 2022 |
NABARD Grade A Exam Date (RDBS/Rajbhasha) | 07th September 2022 |
NABARD Grade A Prelims Result | 03rd October 2022 |
NABARD Grade A Mains Admit Card | October 2022 |
NABARD Grade A Mains Exam Date | 29th October 2022 |
NABARD GRADE A 2023: Who Can Apply
Educational Qualification
Note :- Candidate applying for Asst. Manager (RDBS) - General cannot apply for another discipline and vice versa. Similarly, candidates applying for Asst. Manager (Rajbhasha) cannot apply for Asst. Manager (RDBS) and vice versa.
ASSISTANT MANAGER IN GRADE 'A' (RDBS- RURAL DEVELOPMENT BANKING SERVICES)
(I) General
1. Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate.
OR
2. Post Graduate degree, MBA/PGDM with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate.
OR
3. Chartered Accountant /Cost Accountant / Company Secretary with Bachelor's degree.
OR
4. Ph.D from Institutions recognized by GOI/UGC.
(II) Agriculture
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture with 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate.
OR
2. Post Graduate degree in Agriculture / Agriculture (Soil Science/ Agronomy) with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate from a recognized University / Institution.
(III) Agriculture Engineering
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Engineering with 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate.
OR
2. Post graduate degree in Agriculture Engineering with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate from a recognised University / Institution.
(IV) Animal Husbandry
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Sciences / Animal Husbandry from any recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate.
OR
2. Post Graduate deg
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NABARD Recruitment to Group A post is conducted for Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS), Protocol & Security Service (P&SS) and Rajbhasha. For access full information of NABARD Grade A exam click on General information button above.
Yes, NABARD Grade A recruitment is conducted every year depending on the number of vacancies. Complete details about NABARD Grade A Exam is available on the general information section above.
No, there is no limit in the number of attempts in the NABARD Grade A exam. Candidates can apply for the exam within the age limit prescribed by the examination authority.
Candidates can pay their examination fees for NABARD Grade A exam online using Master/Visa/RuPay Debit or Credit Cards or Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets. For all the information related to NABARD Grade A Exam Fee and step by step process click on the general information button given above.
No, only online application forms are accepted for the NABARD Grade A recruitment exam. The procedure to fill the online application form of NABARD Grade A exam is available in the general information button above.
To be eligible for NABARD Grade A exam, you must have 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 55%) in graduation. For more details on NABARD Grade A exam click on the above eligibility button.
NABARD Grade A mains exam comprises objective and descriptive type questions. Paper-I carries descriptive-type questions while Paper-II carries both objective-type and descriptive-type questions. You can check all the detailed information about type of questions, time limit, negative marking, language asked in NABARD GRADE A exam by clicking on the format button given above.
The descriptive type paper of NABARD Grade A mains exam is conducted online only. The answers need to be typed using the keyboard. To know full detail about NABARD GRADE A Exam Mode, Language, Pattern etc. Go through the format button given above.
The scorecard of NABARD Grade A is released a few days after the declaration of the result. To download the scorecard, candidates need to login with roll number and date of birth. For full schedule of NABARD GRADE A exam result click on schedule tab above.
No, you will not receive the hard copy of NABARD Grade A scorecard. You need to download the scorecard online only. You can click on general information tab above for step by step process to check NABARD GRADE A Exam Result.
