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NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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
Name of Test | Topic | Weightage |
Quantitative Aptitude | Data Interpretation | 20 Q |
Quadratic Equations | ||
Number Series | ||
Simplification/ Approximation | ||
Profit, Loss & Discounts | ||
SI & CI Interest | ||
Data Sufficiency | ||
Ratio and Proportion | ||
Problems on Ages | ||
Mensuration & Percentage | ||
Reasoning | Puzzles & Seating Arrangements | 20 Q |
Syllogism | ||
Data sufficiency | ||
Inequality | ||
Input-Output | ||
Blood relations | ||
Coding-Decoding | ||
Order and Ranking | ||
Miscellaneous Questions | ||
English Language | Reading Comprehension | 30 Q |
Cloze Test | ||
Spotting Errors | ||
Para jumbles/Sentence Rearrangement | ||
Sentence Improvement | ||
Fill in the blanks | ||
Sentence Connectors | ||
General Awareness | Current Affairs (Agriculture Focused) | 20 Q |
Banking Awareness and Economy (Agriculture Focused) | ||
Agricultural Insurance | ||
Important people in the news | ||
Sports News & Appointments | ||
Computer Knowledge | Networking & Input-output devices | 20 Q |
DBMS & MS Office | ||
Internet, History of computer & generations | ||
Abbreviations, Shortcuts, Computer Terminology & Operating system | ||
Agriculture and Rural Development | Agriculture & Agronomy | 40 Q |
Classification of field crops & Factors affecting crop production | ||
Agro-Climatic Zones | ||
Cropping Systems & Problems of dryland agriculture | ||
Seed production & seed processing | ||
Seed village & Meteorology | ||
Soil and Water Conservation | ||
Water & Resource | ||
Farm and Agri Engineering | ||
Plantation & Horticulture | ||
Animal Husbandry & Fisheries | ||
Forestry & Ecology and Climate Change | ||
Present Scenario of Indian & Agriculture and Allied activities | ||
Rural Development & Rural population in India | ||
Panchayati Raj Institutions | ||
Banking Awareness | Nature of Indian Economy, Structural and Institutional features & Economic underdevelopment | 40 Q |
Opening up the Indian Economy & Globalisation | ||
NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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
Name of Test | Topic | Weightage |
Quantitative Aptitude | Data Interpretation | 20 Q |
Quadratic Equations | ||
Number Series | ||
Simplification/ Approximation | ||
Profit, Loss & Discounts | ||
SI & CI Interest | ||
Data Sufficiency | ||
Ratio and Proportion | ||
Problems on Ages | ||
Mensuration & Percentage | ||
Reasoning | Puzzles & Seating Arrangements | 20 Q |
Syllogism | ||
Data sufficiency | ||
Inequality | ||
Input-Output | ||
Blood relations | ||
Coding-Decoding | ||
Order and Ranking | ||
Miscellaneous Questions | ||
English Language | Reading Comprehension | 30 Q |
Cloze Test | ||
Spotting Errors | ||
Para jumbles/Sentence Rearrangement | ||
Sentence Improvement | ||
Fill in the blanks | ||
Sentence Connectors | ||
General Awareness | Current Affairs (Agriculture Focused) | 20 Q |
Banking Awareness and Economy (Agriculture Focused) | ||
Agricultural Insurance | ||
Important people in the news | ||
Sports News & Appointments | ||
Computer Knowledge | Networking & Input-output devices | 20 Q |
DBMS & MS Office | ||
Internet, History of computer & generations | ||
Abbreviations, Shortcuts, Computer Terminology & Operating system | ||
Agriculture and Rural Development | Agriculture & Agronomy | 40 Q |
Classification of field crops & Factors affecting crop production | ||
Agro-Climatic Zones | ||
Cropping Systems & Problems of dryland agriculture | ||
Seed production & seed processing | ||
Seed village & Meteorology | ||
Soil and Water Conservation | ||
Water & Resource | ||
Farm and Agri Engineering | ||
Plantation & Horticulture | ||
Animal Husbandry & Fisheries | ||
Forestry & Ecology and Climate Change | ||
Present Scenario of Indian & Agriculture and Allied activities | ||
Rural Development & Rural population in India | ||
Panchayati Raj Institutions | ||
Banking Awareness | Nature of Indian Economy, Structural and Institutional features & Economic underdevelopment | 40 Q |
Opening up the Indian Economy & Globalisation | ||
Economic & Reforms in India | ||
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 Industry | ||
Rural banking and financial institutions in India | ||
Reforms in Banking/ Financial sector | ||
Globalisation of Economy | ||
Social Structure in India, Education & Social Justice |
NABARD GRADE A QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE DETAILED SYLLABUS
The detailed syllabus for the Quantitative Aptitude section with Topic description, Topic Example, and Difficulty level is given below:-
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Data Interpretation | Questions based on Pie chart, Bar graphs, Venn Diagram, Radar etc | The following bar graph shows the production of egg (in lakh tones) by three different farms A, B and in the given the years. | 10th Level |
Linear & Quadratic Equations | Questions based on finding the values of the unknown variable in a given equation | I. 3x2 + 19x + 30 = 0 II. 3y2 – 20y – 32 = 0 | 10th Level |
Number Series | Complete the Series, Find the Missing Term, Find the Wrong Term etc | 147 148 150 159 223 ? | 10th Level |
Simplification/ Approximation | Questions based on BODMAS Rule, Approximation, Decimals, Fractions, Surds & Indices, Percentages etc. | (180 × 15 – 12 × 20) / (140 × 8 + 2 × 55) = ? | 10th Level |
Profit & Loss & Discounts | Calculating Profit or Loss by selling or purchasing articles at a given amount | Aalam sold two vehicles for ? 46000 each. If he gained 10% on the first and lost 10% on another, then what is his percentage profit or loss in this transaction ? | 10th Level |
SI & CI Interest | Calculating Simple & Compound Interest on a given amount for a specific time at given rate | The simple interest on a sum of money will be Rs. 200 after 5 yr. In the next 5 yr, principal is tripled. What will be the total interest at the end of the 10th year? | 10th Level |
Data Sufficiency | Analyzing the given information and judging whether the given information is sufficient to answer the question or not | In the bus, how many of the passengers are females? Statement I : when 20 males get down on the next stop then the number of female passengers become equal to that of male passengers. Statement II : In the bus, 33.33% of the seats are reserved for female passengers | 10th Level |
Ratio and Proportion | Questions related to finding ratio or proportion among the numbers. | Rs.73,689 are divided between A and B in the ratio of 4 : 7. What is the difference between thrice the share of A and twice of the share of B? | 10th Level |
Problems on Ages | Questions based on age of a person and relatives | Five years ago the ratio of the ages of Omkar and Nitin was 8 : 7. Three years hence, the ratio of their ages will be 12 : 11. What is Nitin's age at present? | 10th Level |
Mensuration | Finding area, volume, perimeter surface area etc | The sum of the radius and height of a cylinder is 35 cm. its total surface area is 1540 cm2. What is the volume of cylinder? | 10th Level |
Percentage | Calculating percentage and performing operation based on it | Equal amounts are deposited in two banks each at 3.5% pa for 12 years and 8.5 years respectively. If the difference between their interests is Rs. 189.875 then what is the amount? | 10th Level |
NABARD GRADE A RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
1. Quantitative Aptitude Book by Wiley’s Publication
2. Quantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examination by The Pearson Guide
3. Teach Yourself Quantitative Aptitude by Arun Sharma
4. Rapid Quantitative Aptitude with Shortcuts & Tricks by Disha Publication
5. Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma (Arihant Publication)
6. Data Interpretation magical books series by BSC Publication
NABARD GRADE A REASONING DETAILED SYLLABUS
The detailed syllabus for the Reasoning section with Topic description, Topic Example, and Difficulty level is given below:-
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Puzzles & Seating Arrangements | Questions require to analyze the given piece of information, pick the information that is important and leave out the information that is not required in solving the given set of questions. | There are some persons sitting in a row facing in north direction. Two persons sit between M and C. Four persons sit between C and Q. R sits second to the left of Q. Only six persons sit to the left of Q. As many persons sit between C and M as sit between S and C. W sits third from one of the extreme ends of the row but not an immediate neighbour of C. | Complex & Time Consuming |
Syllogism | Questions require thinking for arriving at a specific conclusion by examining other premises or ideas. | Statements: | Complex & little Time Consuming |
Data sufficiency | Some kind of word and number arrangement is given. With each subsequent operation, the arrangement of the words and numbers changes. These operations are performed until a final arrangement is reached or is performed in a loop. Candidates are required to identify the hidden pattern in the rearrangement and apply it to the machine input-output questions. |
| Complex & Time Consuming |
Inequality | When a group of elements are given with a certain coded relationship denoted by , = etc, such type of questions fall under the category of reasoning Inequality. | Statements :- | Easy & Less time Consuming |
Input-Output | Some kind of word and number arrangement is given. With each subsequent operation, the arrangement of the words and numbers changes. These operations are performed until a final arrangement is reached or is performed in a loop. Candidates are required to identify the hidden pattern in the rearrangement and apply it to the machine input-output questions. |
| Complex & Time Consuming |
Blood relations | Questions based on Blood Relations and Family tree | A’s mother is the only daughter of B’s father. How is B’s husband related to A? | Easy & Less Time Consuming |
Coding-Decoding | Identifying the pattern used for coding of a given data set and using the same for performing specific operation. | In a certain code language, What is the code for 'are' in the given language? | Easy & Little Time Consuming |
Order and Ranking | Questions based on the finding the correct order as per given information | In a row where all are facing north, Priya is 15th from the left end and Garima is 19th from the right end. They interchange their positions, and Ram who sits 24th from the left end sits at the 5th place to the left of Priya's new position. How many persons were there in the row? | Easy & Less Time Consuming |
Miscellaneous Questions | Questions based on Directions, alphanumeric series etc. | Based on the series given below, answer the following questions: H # K O & L $ % X I A V E @ ? D + F M | Easy & Less Time Consuming |
NABARD GRADE A RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR REASONING
1. Modern Approach to Verbal Reasoning by R.S.Agarwal
2. A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal & Non-Verbal (Arihant) by BS Sijwali
3. Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey
4. Bank PO/MT Examination Practice Workbook by Arihant
NABARD GRADE A ENGLISH LANGUAGE DETAILED SYLLABUS
The detailed syllabus for the English Language section with Topic description, Topic Example, and Difficulty level is given below:-
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Reading Comprehension | Analysing the passage and answering Questions based on it | Theme of passage "Retiring to Florida" | 10+2 Level |
Cloze Test | Filling Appropriate word in each of the blank in the given paragraph | Theme of passage "Micro-Finance Market in India" | 10+2 Level |
Spotting Errors | Correcting spelling Errors in a given sentence | Directions: In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'. | 10+2 Level |
Para jumbles/ Sentence Rearrangement | Rearranging the sentences in a logical order such that they make sense. | Directions: In this question, a sentence has been divided into 5 parts. The part given as bold is the starting fragment of the sentence. You need to rearrange the rest of the parts in a meaningful sequence:- | 10+2 Level |
Sentence Improvement | Improving the sentence by correcting the mistake | In the following questions, some part of the sentence is highlighted in bold. Which of the options given below the sentence should replace the part printed in bold to make the sentence grammatically correct? | 10+2 Level |
Fill in the blanks | Filling the blanks with the neccessary word according to the sentence | Congress leaders stress that this manifesto ________ the needs and ________ of the marginalised sections of society. | 10+2 Level |
Sentence Connectors | Connecting the given sentences using appropriate word | Direction: In the following question, two statements and five connectors are given. Only one of the connectors from those given can be used to combine the given two statements into one sentence without changing the meaning. | 10+2 Level |
NABARD GRADE A RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR ENGLISH LANGAUGE
1. High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren & Martin
2. Objective English for Competitive Examinations by Mcgraw Hill Education
3. Objective General English by S. Chand
4. General English by Arihant Publication
NABARD GRADE A COMPUTER KNOWLEGDE DETAILED SYLLABUS
The detailed syllabus for Computer Knowledge along with the topic description, topic example & difficulty level is given below :-
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Fundamentals of Computer | Meaning, Devices, RAM, ROM etc | What is smallest unit of the information? | 10+2 Level |
History of Computers | ABACUS, Pascaline, Analytical Engine etc. | Which among the following generation computers had expensive operation cost? | 10+2 Level |
Future of Computers | Wearable computers, Virtual Reality etc. | Which of the following is not true of future computers? | 10+2 Level |
Basic Knowledge of Internet | Browser, ISP, Protocol etc. | HTML is used to create | 10+2 Level |
Networking Software & Hardware | Computer Motherboards, Operating Systems, Bootable Pendrives etc | Once you have your computer network in place, you need a A. network operating system | 10+2 Level |
Abbreviations Shortcut Keys | Shortcut keys for various fuctions, fullforms and short forms | In order to search for a file or a folder the key used is | 10+2 Level |
MS Office | Microdoft Excel, powerpoint, Word etc | Which feature is used to make selected sentence to All Captital Letters or All Small Letters ? | 10+2 Level |
Database | Computer Architecture, Data Representation, Algorithms | Which of the following is generally used for performing tasks like creating the structure of the relations, deleting relation?
| 10+2 Level |
Security Tools | CCTV, Monitoring etc. | In which of the following, a person is constantly followed/chased by another person or group of several peoples? A. Phishing | 10+2 Level |
Virus | Direct action virus, File infector virus etc. | Which of the following is not a type of virus? | 10+2 Level |
Hacking | Rootkit, Trojan horse, Packet | what is the primary goal of an Ethical Hacker ? | Basic Level of Questions |
Input and Output Devices | Keyboard, mouse, monitor etc | Joysticks typically have a button on __________that is used to select the option pointed by the cursor. A.Bottom | 10+2 Level |
Computer Languages | C++, JAVA, Php etc | Language that is developed for business applications is known as | 10+2 Level |
NABARD GRADE A RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR COMPUTER KNOWLEGDE
1. Computer by Rani Ahilya
2. Objective Computer Knowledge & Literacy - Kiran Publication
3. Objective Computer Awareness by Somya Ranjan Behera
4. Computer Awareness -Arihant Publication
NABARD GRADE A GENERAL AWARENESS DETAILED SYLLABUS
The detailed syllabus for General/ Banking/ Economy Awareness along with the topic description, topic example & difficulty level is given below :-
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Current Affairs | National/International Events, Appointment, Awards Functions, Government Schemes, etc | Last Quater GDP based Question | Past 5-6 Months |
Static Awareness | Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks, Important Days/Dates, Political Leaders Movements etc. | What is the currency of Malaysia? | Based on General Knowledge |
Banking/ Economy Awareness | Bank, Capital, Money market, Government Initiatives | Where is the Headquarters of Asian Development Bank (ADB)? |
NABARD GRADE A RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR GENERAL AWARENESS
1. Advanced Objective General Knowledge by S Chand
2. Manorama yearbook
3. Lucent Current Affairs
NABARD GRADE A RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR ECONOMIC & SOCIAL ISSUES
1. Social Problems in India by Ram Ahuja
2. Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh
3. Social and Economic Problems in India by Naseem A Azad
4. Indian Social System by Ram Ahuja
NABARD GRADE A RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR AGRICULTURE & RURAL DEVELOPMENT
1. Agriculture at a Glance: Enhanced Competition Explorer by RK Sharma and SK Bhoi
2. Rural Development: Indian Context by GPH Panel of Experts
3. NABARD and its significance in Agriculture by SK Chaudhary
4. Agricultural Finance in India: The Role of NABARD by Prabhakar Rajkumar
IMPORTANT LINKS
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NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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
In the Preliminary phase of NABARD Grade A examination, total of 200 questions are asked out of which only 100 questions shall be assessed for merit calculation. The rest 100 questions are of qualifying nature only. A composite time of 120 minutes will be allotted for attempting all the 200 questions.
The section wise distribution of Questions and Marks is given below:-
Test Mode | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Objective Type Online Computer Based Test | Test of Reasoning* | 20 Q* | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | 120 Minutes |
English Language* | 30 Q* | 30 x 1 = 30 Marks | ||
Computer Knowledge* | 20 Q* | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | ||
Quantitative Aptitude* | 20 Q* | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | ||
Decision Making* | 10 Q* | 10 x 1 = 10 Marks | ||
General Awareness | 20 | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | ||
Banking Awareness (with focus on Rural India) | 40 Q | 40 x 1 = 40 Marks | ||
Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India | 40 Q | 40 x 1 = 40 Marks | ||
Total | 200 Q | 200 Marks |
Note 1. Qualifying Section - Test of Reasoning, English Language, Computer Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, Decision Making.
Note 2. Merit Section - General Awareness, Eco & Soc. Issues (with focus on Rural India), Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India
Note 3. Shortlisting of the candidates for the Main exam will be based on marks scored in the Merit section only.
NABARD GRADE A MODE OF EXAMINATION
The Preliminary phase of NABARD Grade A examination, shall be conducted through online mode. The test shall be an online computer based with objective type multiple choice in nature.
NABARD GRADE A MEDIUM OF EXAMINATION
The Questions in the examination will be available bilingually, i.e., in English & Hindi.
NABARD GRADE A MARKING SCHEME
There will be penalty for wrong answers marked by the candidate.
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-I 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 FAST FACTS
1. Acronym - NABARD GRADE A
2. Conducting Body/ Administrator - National Bank of Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
3. Exam Purpose - Selection in the Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS), Protocol & Security Service (P&SS), and Rajbhasha Service
4. Exam Mode - Computer Based Test
5. Stages - Preliminary Exam , Main Exam & Interview
6. Offered - Once a Year
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click here
For Official Information: Click here
NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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
In the Preliminary phase of NABARD Grade A examination, total of 200 questions are asked out of which only 100 questions shall be assessed for merit calculation. The rest 100 questions are of qualifying nature only. A composite time of 120 minutes will be allotted for attempting all the 200 questions.
The section wise distribution of Questions and Marks is given below:-
Test Mode | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Objective Type Online Computer Based Test | Test of Reasoning* | 20 Q* | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | 120 Minutes |
English Language* | 30 Q* | 30 x 1 = 30 Marks | ||
Computer Knowledge* | 20 Q* | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | ||
Quantitative Aptitude* | 20 Q* | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | ||
Decision Making* | 10 Q* | 10 x 1 = 10 Marks | ||
General Awareness | 20 | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | ||
Banking Awareness (with focus on Rural India) | 40 Q | 40 x 1 = 40 Marks | ||
Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India | 40 Q | 40 x 1 = 40 Marks | ||
Total | 200 Q | 200 Marks |
Note 1. Qualifying Section - Test of Reasoning, English Language, Computer Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, Decision Making.
Note 2. Merit Section - General Awareness, Eco & Soc. Issues (with focus on Rural India), Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India
Note 3. Shortlisting of the candidates for the Main exam will be based on marks scored in the Merit section only.
NABARD GRADE A MODE OF EXAMINATION
The Preliminary phase of NABARD Grade A examination, shall be conducted through online mode. The test shall be an online computer based with objective type multiple choice in nature.
NABARD GRADE A MEDIUM OF EXAMINATION
The Questions in the examination will be available bilingually, i.e., in English & Hindi.
NABARD GRADE A MARKING SCHEME
There will be penalty for wrong answers marked by the candidate.
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-I 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 FAST FACTS
1. Acronym - NABARD GRADE A
2. Conducting Body/ Administrator - National Bank of Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
3. Exam Purpose - Selection in the Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS), Protocol & Security Service (P&SS), and Rajbhasha Service
4. Exam Mode - Computer Based Test
5. Stages - Preliminary Exam , Main Exam & Interview
6. Offered - Once a Year
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click here
For Official Information: Click here
NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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
Candidates willing to apply for NABARD Grade-A Examination are required to fulfil certain conditions to be eligible for it. The candidate who does not satisfy the Eligibility criteria like Age, Minimum educational qualification etc., their candidature shall be rejected by the authorities. The criteria for eligibility NABARD Grade A are decided by the conduction body itself.
The candidate’s eligibility for NABARD Grade-A Examination is based on the fulfillment 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 ag
...NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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
Candidates willing to apply for NABARD Grade-A Examination are required to fulfil certain conditions to be eligible for it. The candidate who does not satisfy the Eligibility criteria like Age, Minimum educational qualification etc., their candidature shall be rejected by the authorities. The criteria for eligibility NABARD Grade A are decided by the conduction body itself.
The candidate’s eligibility for NABARD Grade-A Examination is based on the fulfillment 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
2. Post graduate degree in Computer Science/ Computer Technology/ Computer Applications/Information Technology with 55% marks (SC/PWBD applicants 50%) in aggregate from a recognized university.
ASSISTANT MANAGER IN GRADE 'A' (RAJBHASHA)
1. Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university in English or Hindi medium with Hindi and English as a compulsory or elective subject with a minimum of 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants – 55%) or equivalent in aggregate.
and
2. PG Diploma in Translation (minimum one year) in Hindi to English and vice-versa from any recognized University.
Note :-Candidates must have studied English and Hindi as subjects in at least 02 years of bachelor’s degree course.
OR
Master’s Degree in HINDI with a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate (SC/ST/PWBD applicants – 55%). Candidates must have studied English as main/ elective subject in at least 02 years of bachelor’s degree course.
OR
Master’s Degree in ENGLISH with a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate (SC/ST/PWBD applicants – 55%). Candidates must have studied Hindi as main/elective subject in at least 02 years of bachelor’s degree course.
Note :- Candidates must be able to translate from English to Hindi and vice/versa.
CONVERSIONS TO PERCENTAGE
1. Some Universities/Institutes do not award Class or percentage of marks and allot Aggregate Grade Points (e.g. CGPA/OGPA/CPI, etc.). In case University/Institute defines criteria for conversion of Aggregate Grade Point into Class and/or percentage of marks, the same will be accepted. However, where the University/Institute does not define criteria for conversion of Aggregate Grade Point into Class and/or percentage of marks, the undefined parameter(s) would be worked out as under:
Equivalent CGPA/ OGPA/ CPI or similar terminologies allotted on a 10-point scale | Class / Division | Aggregate % of Marks |
6.75 | I (First) | 60% |
6.25 | II (Second) | 55% |
5.75 | II (Second) | 50% |
5.25 | II (Second) | 45% |
Note :- Aggregate Grade Point or percentage of marks wherever awarded would mean aggregate over the entire duration of the course.
Where the Aggregate Grade Point (CGPA/OGPA/CPI, etc.) is awarded out of a number other than 10, it will be normalized out of 10 and computed as per item (i) above.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click here
For Official Information: Click here
NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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) |
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 Results | 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 Prelims 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) |
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 Results | 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 | 12/11/2020 |
Interview date for | 23/11/2020 |
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click here
For Official Information: Click here
NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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 October 2023 (1st SHIFT)
NABARD Grade A Preliminary Examination was conducted by NABARD on 16th October 2023. There were 200 questions, which had to be answered in 120 minutes.
Overall Analysis
Sections | Difficulty Level | Good Attempts |
Reasoning | Moderate | 11-13 |
English Language | Easy-Moderate | 18-20 |
Computer Knowledge | Moderate-Difficult | 8-10 |
Quantitative Aptitude | Moderate | 9-11 |
Decision Making | Easy-Moderate | 6-7 |
General Awareness | Moderate | 10-11 |
Eco & Soc. Issues (with focus on Rural India) | Moderate | 24-26 |
Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India | Moderate-Difficult | 18-20 |
Total | Moderate | 104-118 |
Section Wise Analysis
Reasoning
Topics | No. of Questions |
Puzzle | 10 |
Seating Arrangement |
NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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 October 2023 (1st SHIFT)
NABARD Grade A Preliminary Examination was conducted by NABARD on 16th October 2023. There were 200 questions, which had to be answered in 120 minutes.
Overall Analysis
Sections | Difficulty Level | Good Attempts |
Reasoning | Moderate | 11-13 |
English Language | Easy-Moderate | 18-20 |
Computer Knowledge | Moderate-Difficult | 8-10 |
Quantitative Aptitude | Moderate | 9-11 |
Decision Making | Easy-Moderate | 6-7 |
General Awareness | Moderate | 10-11 |
Eco & Soc. Issues (with focus on Rural India) | Moderate | 24-26 |
Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India | Moderate-Difficult | 18-20 |
Total | Moderate | 104-118 |
Section Wise Analysis
Reasoning
Topics | No. of Questions |
Puzzle | 10 |
Seating Arrangement | 2-3 |
Syllogism | 3 |
Direction & Distance | 1-2 |
Data Sufficiency | 3 |
English Language
Topics | No. of Questions |
Reading Comprehension | 5-7 |
Fillers | 5-6 |
Error Spotting | 2-3 |
Misspelt Words | 4-5 |
Phrase Replacement | 3-4 |
Idioms | 3-4 |
Synonyms & Antonyms | 5-6 |
Computer Knowledge
Topics | No. of Questions |
Open Data Software | 3-4 |
CD Full Form | 1 |
ROM Full Form | 1 |
Microsoft Office | 1-2 |
Computer Shortcut Keys | 3-4 |
Quantitative Aptitude
Topics | No. of Questions |
Data Interpretation | 5 |
Number Series | 4-5 |
Time & Work | 2-3 |
Interest (SI & CI) | 2-3 |
Boats & Stream | 2-3 |
Ratio & Proportion | 1-2 |
General Awareness
Topics | No. of Questions |
Current Affairs | 5-6 |
History | 2-3 |
Geography | 1-2 |
Polity | 2-3 |
Banking + Economy | 4-5 |
Science | 1-2 |
Economics & Social Issues
1. National Food Security Act
2. G20 Summit 2023 related - 3 Questions
3. Economic Survey
4. PM Vishwakarma
5. National Skill Development
6. Swachh Bharat Mission
NABARD GRADE A EXAM ANALYSIS 18th SEPTEMBER 2021 (1st SHIFT)
NABARD Grade A Preliminary Examination was conducted by NABARD on 18th Sep. 2021. There were 200 questions, which had to be answered in 120 minutes.
SECTION-WISE ANALYSIS
REASONING ABILITY
This section comprised of total 20 questions. The overall level of this section was Moderate. Questions from the following topics were asked in this section:
Topic | No. of Questions |
Puzzle & Seating Arrangements | 15 Questions Circular – 1 Dual row – 4 Floor – 1 Scheduling – 4 Single row – 5 |
Direction sense | 2 Questions |
Syllogism | 2-3 Questions |
Inequality | 2 Questions |
Total | 20 |
QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
This section again comprised of 20 questions. The overall level of this section was Moderate. Following topics were asked under the quant section in this exam:
Name of topic | Number of questions |
Data Interpretation (Tabular DI) | 5 Questions (Tabular DI) |
Simplification/ Approximation | 5-6 Questions (Wrong Number Series) |
Number Series | 3 Questions |
Miscellaneous (Arithmetic) | 6-7 Questions |
Total | 20 |
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
30 questions were asked from this section in the exam. The overall level of this section was Moderate. Questions from the following topics were asked in this slot:
Name of topic | Number of questions asked |
Reading Comprehension | 9-10 |
Sentence correction | 6 Questions |
Word exchange | 5-6 Questions |
Para jumble | 5 Questions |
Fillers | 4-5 Questions |
Total | 30 |
GENERAL AWARENESS
The level of General Awareness was easy to moderate. 4-5 questions were asked from the static part and most of the questions were from the last 6 months current affairs Some of the questions asked in this section are presented below:
1- Kyoto, Paris agreement
2- Tourism day
3- Mission domination book author
4- Bharat series
5- Renounced personality
6- Indo-Nepal remittance
COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE
There were questions from computer generation, Internet, RAM/ROM, file extension, full form, etc.
ECONOMIC & SOCIAL ISSUES
The economic and Social Issue section was of moderate level. Most of the questions were asked from current affairs, Budget, economic survey, Govt. reports, and schemes. Some of the questions are given below:
1- MFI committee
2- Seed movement
3- 15th finance commission sub-committee report
4- Child marriage act
5- Women SHG
6- KUSUM Yojana
7- Beti-Bachao Beti padhao
AGRICULTURE & RURAL DEVELOPMENT
The level of Agriculture & Rural Development section was of moderate level. Questions were asked from the soil, irrigation, current affairs, recent Govt. schemes, and reports.
1- Soil moisture
2- Organic farming
3- Mix cropping
4- Medium irrigation
5- Fish processing
OVERALL ANALYSIS
Name of section | Level of section | Good attempts |
Economic and Social Issues | Moderate | 25-29 |
Agriculture and Rural Development | Moderate | 22-25 |
Decision Making | Easy | 6-8 |
Reasoning Ability | Easy to moderate | 8-11 |
English Language | Easy | 16-18 |
Computer Knowledge | Easy | 14-16 |
Quantitative Aptitude | Easy to moderate | 10-13 |
General Awareness | Easy to moderate | 14-16 |
Total | Easy to moderate |
NABARD GRADE A EXAM ANALYSIS 25th FEBUARY 2020 (1st SHIFT)
NABARD Grade A Preliminary Examination was conducted by NABARD on 25 February 2020. There were 200 questions, which had to be answered in 120 minutes.
SECTION-WISE ANALYSIS
REASONING
1. This section contained Easy - moderate level of questions.
2. Maximum Questions were asked from Puzzles & Seating Arrangements.
3. Least Questions were asked from Inequalities.
Topic | Number of Questions | Level of Difficulty |
Puzzle and Seating Arrangement | 08 | Easy-Moderate |
Data Sufficiency | 02 | Easy- Moderate |
Coding Decoding | 05 | Easy- Moderate |
Inequalities | 02 | Easy |
Blood Relation | 03 | Easy |
Total | 20 | Easy- Moderate |
QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
1. The questions in this section were of Easy- Moderate level.
2. 6 Questions of D.I. were asked.
3. D.I. was table based.
4. Number Series was Missing number based.
5. Quadratic Equation contained Questions from Comparison of variables.
Topic | Number of Questions | Level of Difficulty |
Data Interpretation | 06 | Moderate |
Number Series | 04 | Easy |
Quadratic Equation | 03 | Easy- Moderate |
Mensuration | 01 | Easy- Moderate |
Partnership | 01 | Easy |
Time and Work | 01 | Easy |
Profit and Loss | 01 | Easy- Moderate |
Mixture and Allegation | 01 | Easy- Moderate |
Miscellaneous | 02 | Easy- Moderate |
Total | 20 | Easy- Moderate |
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
1. The overall difficulty level of this section was Easy - Moderate.
2. Two Sets of Reading Comprehensions were asked.
3. One RC was based on Rural Areas post retirement.
4. One RC was based on Economy and Business.
Topic | No. of Questions | Level of Difficulty |
---|---|---|
Reading Comprehension | 15 | Moderate |
Word Replacement | 05 | Easy |
Fillers ( 3 Blank, 1 word) | 05 | Easy-Moderate |
Sentence Rearrangement | 05 | Easy-Moderate |
Error Detection | 05 | Easy-Moderate |
Miscellaneous | 05 | Easy-Moderate |
Total | 40 | Easy-Moderate |
GENERAL AWARENESS
1. The overall difficulty level of this section was easy.
2. There were questions primarily based on current affairs of recent months- December, January, and February
3. Questions in this section were based on Budget 2020, Government Schemes, themes of the day etc
COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE
1. This section of the paper was found very easy.
2. Basic computer-related questions were asked covering direct definitions & examples.
3. There were questions on Application Software, SPAM and Email, Input Output device, LAN, Internet, Virus based, etc.
ECONOMIC & SOCIAL ISSUES
1. This section of the paper was found very Easy - Moderate.
2. This section focused on Rural India-based questions mostly
3. Questions in this section were based on Rural India, GDP and Budget 2020.
AGRICULTURE & RURAL DEVELOPMENT
1. The overall difficulty level of this section was moderate.
2. Most of the questions in the section were based on Current Affairs, Recent Schemes, and from Rural India.
3. Questions on Gobar Dhan. Full-Form of R.
4. Where was pulse conclave 2020 held?
5. What is the PM Kisan Maan Dhan Age limit?
6. Question on Adarsh Gram Sadak Yojana.
7. FAO – International Year of Millets.
8. Advance Estimate of Horticulture Productions.
9. Scheme under the national mission for sustainable agriculture.
10. Scheme for unconnected habitations.
OVERALL ANALYSIS
Sections | Level of Difficulty | Good Attempts |
Reasoning | Easy to Moderate | 14-16 |
English Language | Easy- Moderate | 30-32 |
Computer Knowledge | Easy-Moderate | 12-13 |
General Awareness | Easy | 14-17 |
Quantitative Aptitude | Easy- Moderate | 14-15 |
Economic & Social Issues | Easy - Moderate. | 20-25 |
Agriculture & Rural Development | Moderate | 20-23 |
Overall | Easy-Moderate | 125-140 |
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click here
For Official Information: Click here
NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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.
Important Topics are given below: (Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, English Language, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge, Decision Making, Agriculture and Rural Development, Economic and Social Issues)
Quantitative Aptitude | Reasoning Ability | English Language | General Awareness | Computer Knowledge | Decision Making | Agriculture and Rural Development | Economic and Social Issues |
Simplification | Inequalities/ Coded Inequalities | Reading Comprehension | Current Affairs (Agriculture Focused) | Networking & Input-output devices | Interpreting Information | Agriculture & Agronomy | Nature of Indian Economy |
Data Interpretation | Syllogism | Cloze Test | Banking Awareness and Economy (Agriculture Focused) | DBMS & MS Office | Recognising Assumptions | Classification of field crops & Factors affecting crop production | Opening up the Indian Economy & Globalisation |
Quadratic Equations | Coding/ Decoding | Para jumbles/ Sentence Rearrangement | Agricultural Insurance | Internet, History of computer & generations | Situation-based question | Agro-Climatic Zones | Economic & Reforms in India |
Mensuration | Direction & Distance | Sentence Improvement | Important people in the news | Abbreviations, Shortcuts, Computer Terminology & Operating system | Case Studies | Cropping Systems & Problems of dryland agriculture | Rural and Urban, Measurement of Poverty |
NABARD GRADE A STUDY PLAN
The only deciding factor for the selection or rejection of a candidate is the Strategy & Planning which is used by them for their preparation for the NABARD Grade A Examination. A good and result-oriented Strategy & Planning for the examination will definitely allow the candidates to make their way through NABARD Grade A Examination.
3-Month Study Plan
Week | Quantitative Aptitude | Reasoning Ability | English Language |
Week 1 | Tables, Square, and Cubes up to 30, Square roots & Cube Roots Finding Short Tricks HCF & LCM Shortcuts of finding Square and cube, addition, multiplication, division, and subtraction of numbers | Blood Relation, Direction Sense | Grammar Rules |
Week 2 | Simplification, Number Series | Inequalities/ Coded Inequalities | Reading Comprehension |
Week 3 | Data Interpretation | Circular/ Linear Seating Arrangement | Cloze Test |
Week 4 | Ratio & Proportion, Problems on Ages |
NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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.
Important Topics are given below: (Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, English Language, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge, Decision Making, Agriculture and Rural Development, Economic and Social Issues)
Quantitative Aptitude | Reasoning Ability | English Language | General Awareness | Computer Knowledge | Decision Making | Agriculture and Rural Development | Economic and Social Issues |
Simplification | Inequalities/ Coded Inequalities | Reading Comprehension | Current Affairs (Agriculture Focused) | Networking & Input-output devices | Interpreting Information | Agriculture & Agronomy | Nature of Indian Economy |
Data Interpretation | Syllogism | Cloze Test | Banking Awareness and Economy (Agriculture Focused) | DBMS & MS Office | Recognising Assumptions | Classification of field crops & Factors affecting crop production | Opening up the Indian Economy & Globalisation |
Quadratic Equations | Coding/ Decoding | Para jumbles/ Sentence Rearrangement | Agricultural Insurance | Internet, History of computer & generations | Situation-based question | Agro-Climatic Zones | Economic & Reforms in India |
Mensuration | Direction & Distance | Sentence Improvement | Important people in the news | Abbreviations, Shortcuts, Computer Terminology & Operating system | Case Studies | Cropping Systems & Problems of dryland agriculture | Rural and Urban, Measurement of Poverty |
NABARD GRADE A STUDY PLAN
The only deciding factor for the selection or rejection of a candidate is the Strategy & Planning which is used by them for their preparation for the NABARD Grade A Examination. A good and result-oriented Strategy & Planning for the examination will definitely allow the candidates to make their way through NABARD Grade A Examination.
3-Month Study Plan
Week | Quantitative Aptitude | Reasoning Ability | English Language |
Week 1 | Tables, Square, and Cubes up to 30, Square roots & Cube Roots Finding Short Tricks HCF & LCM Shortcuts of finding Square and cube, addition, multiplication, division, and subtraction of numbers | Blood Relation, Direction Sense | Grammar Rules |
Week 2 | Simplification, Number Series | Inequalities/ Coded Inequalities | Reading Comprehension |
Week 3 | Data Interpretation | Circular/ Linear Seating Arrangement | Cloze Test |
Week 4 | Ratio & Proportion, Problems on Ages | Puzzles | Spotting Errors |
Week 5 | Number System, Linear Equations | Alphanumeric Series | Para jumbles/Sentence Rearrangement |
Week 6 | Doubt Clearing Session, Revision, Mock Test | Doubt Clearing Session, Revision, Mock Test | Doubt Clearing Session, Revision, Mock Test |
Week 7 | Quadratic Equations, Average | Syllogism | Sentence Improvement |
Week 8 | Mensuration | Coding/Decoding | Fill in the blanks |
Week 9 | Profit & Loss, Mixtures & Allegation | Ranking | Sentence Connectors |
Week 10 | Speed, Time & Distance, Time & Work, | Puzzles | Spotting Errors, Reading Comprehension |
Week 11 | Doubt Clearing Session, Revision, Mock Test | Doubt Clearing Session, Revision, Mock Test | Doubt Clearing Session, Revision, Mock Test |
Week 12 | Doubt Clearing Session, Revision, Mock Test | Doubt Clearing Session, Revision, Mock Test | Doubt Clearing Session, Revision, Mock Test |
Note:- It is advisable to attempt a mini Mock Test on a daily basis to be thorough with the topic. To prepare for the Online test visit our Online Test Section click here.
NABARD GRADE A TIPS & TRICKS
English Language
1. Improve your Vocabulary by online Thesaurus.
2. Improve your Grammar Skills by being perfect with the basics of English Grammar.
3. Read newspapers and magazines to improve your reading habits. Learn at least 10 new English words and meanings daily.
4. Students are required to avoid the mistake of reading incomplete questions and arriving at an incorrect answer eventually. Read the questions carefully and check what is being asked.
5. Practice Antonym & Synonym daily.
6. First try to understand the Theme of the passage before jumping to the questions.
7. While answering the direct questions based on vocabulary, where you are confused about the right answer, you can opt for the elimination method.
8. Previous Year paper is a great source of practice.
Reasoning
1. Firstly focus on Frequently Asked Questions from this section.
2. This section can be strengthened by solving various types of Puzzles & Games.
3. Always depend on multiple sources for practising questions.
4. Never leave any topic.
5. Read the instructions carefully and analyse the information provided in the questions
6. Never judge any question based on what it looks like.
7. Practising more puzzles and seating arrangement will be an advantage.
General Awareness
1. Reading newspapers, journals and magazines will help you a lot.
2. Be up to date with all the current affairs.
3. Make a note every time you hear something very important.
4. Mock tests will be of great help for this section especially.
5. Build a strong knowledge of Banking Awareness that will help you in the Interview Round also.
Quantitative Aptitude
1. Firstly focus on Frequently Asked Questions from this section.
2. Practice the harder sections again and again.
3. DI is the heart and soul of this section.
4. Become familiar with all types of Data Interpretation asked
5. Always try to attempt those questions in which you are 100% sure of your answers.
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 |
How many sections are there in the NABARD Grade A prelims exam? | There are eight sections in the prelims exam-Test of Reasoning, English Language, Decision Making, Computer Knowledge, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Economic & Social Issues (with focus on Rural India) and Agriculture & Rural Development (with focus on Rural India). |
Is there any negative marking in NABARD Grade A exam? | Yes, there is negative marking in NABARD Grade A exam. 1/4 marks are deducted as penalty for wrong answers. |
Are there any sectional timings in the exam? | There are no any sectional timings in the NABARD Grade A exam. |
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. |
How the merit of NABARD Grade A prelims exam is determined? | The merit of NABARD Grade A prelims exam is determined based on the marks obtained in the merit sections -General Awareness, Eco & Soc. Issues (with focus on Rural India), Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India. |
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. |
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click here
For Official Information: Click here
NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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 Manager. The duties and the responsibilities that the Assistant Manager 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) |
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 |
NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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 Manager. The duties and the responsibilities that the Assistant Manager 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) |
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 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. |
STEPS TO FILL NABARD GRADE A EXAM ONLINE APPLICATION FORM
1. Registration: To register for the NABARD Grade A exam, Candidates follow the steps given below:
Step 1: Candidates need to visit the official website of NABARD
Step 2: Click on the 'Apply Online'
Step 3: To register, select the tab 'Click here for New Registration'
Step 4: Candidates need to enter their name, contact details, and email ID
Step 5: Provisional registration number and password are generated
2. Uploading documents: Candidates will next have to upload their photograph, scanned copy of signature, left thumb impression & handwritten declaration in application form.
Document | Dimension | File Size |
Photograph | 200 X 230 pixels | 20kb to 50 kb |
Signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration | 140 X 60 pixels | 10kb to 20kb |
3. Application Form: After successful registration and uploading documents, candidates have to fill the personal and academic details. They also have to opt for one exam centres in the order of preference.
4. Application fees: After providing all the necessary information, candidates have to pay the NABARD Grade A application fee online only through Master/Visa/RuPay Debit or Credit Cards or Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets.
APPLICATION FEES FOR RDBS/RAJBHASHA
Category of applicant | Application Fees | Intimation charges | Total |
---|---|---|---|
For SC/ ST/ PWBD | NIL | Rs 150 | Rs 150 |
For all others | Rs 650 | Rs 150 | Rs 800 |
5. Submission of the application: After the paying of the NABARD Grade A application fee, candidates have to finally submit the application form. They have to download and save the soft copy of the application for future reference.
NABARD GRADE A EXAM CENTRES
States/UTs | Exam Cities |
---|---|
Andaman & Nicobar | Port Blair |
Andhra Pradesh | Chirala, Srikakulam, Guntur, Kadapa, Kurnool, Nellore, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Vishakhapatnam, Tirupati, Kakinada, Vizianagaram |
Arunachal Pradesh | Naharlagun |
Assam | Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur |
Bihar | Arrah, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea |
Chandigarh | Chandigarh-Mohali |
Chattisgarh | Bilaspur, Durg-Bhilai, Raipur |
Goa | Panaji |
Gujarat | Ahmedabad / Gandhinagar, Anand, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara |
Haryana | Hisar, Faridabad, Gurgaon, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Sonipat, Ambala |
Himachal Pradesh | Hamirpur, Shimla, Solan, Mandi, Kangra |
Jammu &Kashmir | Samba, Jammu, Srinagar |
Jharkhand | Bokaro, Dhanbad, Hazaribagh, Jamshedpur, Ranchi |
Karnataka | Bengaluru, Belgaum, Hubli-Dharwad, Hassan, Gulbarga, Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Udupi |
NABARD GRADE A EXAM ADMIT CARD
The steps to download the admit card of NABARD are given below:
Step 1: Visit the official website of NABARD.
Step 2: Click the 'Download NABARD Grade A Admit Card' link on the home page.
Step 3: Enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password.
Step 4: NABARD admit card appears on the screen.
Step 5: Download the admit card and take its printout.
NABARD GRADE A EXAM RESULT
The steps to check the result of NABARD Grade A are given below:
Step 1: Visit the official website of NABARD.
Step 2: Go to the careers page.
Step 3: Go to the advertisement 'Recruitment To The Post Of Assistant Manager In Grade 'A' (RDBS)/(Rajbhasha Service)'.
Step 4: From the drop-down, select the result link.
Step 5: The result will be available in PDF form.
Step 6: Download the result and take its printout.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For official Website: Click here
For Official Information: Click here
NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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 | 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 Grad
NABARD GRADE A Prelims 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 | 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 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.
Nationality / Citizenship
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.
Age Limit
The candidate must be between 21 and 30 years of age.
NABARD GRADE A 2023: How Can Apply
1. Registration: To register for the NABARD Grade A exam, Candidates follow the steps given below:
Step 1: Candidates need to visit the official website of NABARD
Step 2: Click on the 'Apply Online'.
Step 3: To register, select the tab 'Click here for New Registration'.
Step 4: Candidates need to enter their name, contact details, and email ID.
Step 5: Provisional registration number and password are generated.
2. Uploading documents: Candidates will next have to upload their photograph, scanned copy of signature, left thumb impression & handwritten declaration in application form.
Document | Dimension | File Size |
Photograph | 200 X 230 pixels | 20kb to 50 kb |
Signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration | 140 X 60 pixels | 10kb to 20kb |
3. Application Form: After successful registration and uploading documents, candidates have to fill the personal and academic details. They also have to opt for one exam centres in the order of preference.
4. Application fees: After providing all the necessary information, candidates have to pay the NABARD Grade A application fee online only through Master/Visa/RuPay Debit or Credit Cards or Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets.
5. Submission of the application: After the paying of the NABARD Grade A application fee, candidates have to finally submit the application form. They have to download and save the soft copy of the application for future reference.
NABARD GRADE A 2023: Application Fees
Category of applicant | Application Fees | Intimation charges | Total |
---|---|---|---|
For SC/ ST/ PWBD | NIL | Rs 150 | Rs 150 |
For all others | Rs 650 | Rs 150 | Rs 800 |
NABARD GRADE A 2023: Exam Centres
States/UTs | Exam Cities |
---|---|
Andaman & Nicobar | Port Blair |
Andhra Pradesh | Chirala, Srikakulam, Guntur, Kadapa, Kurnool, Nellore, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Vishakhapatnam, Tirupati, Kakinada, Vizianagaram |
Arunachal Pradesh | Naharlagun |
Assam | Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur |
Bihar | Arrah, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea |
Chandigarh | Chandigarh-Mohali |
Chattisgarh | Bilaspur, Durg-Bhilai, Raipur |
Goa | Panaji |
Gujarat | Ahmedabad / Gandhinagar, Anand, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara |
Haryana | Hisar, Faridabad, Gurgaon, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Sonipat, Ambala |
Himachal Pradesh | Hamirpur, Shimla, Solan, Mandi, Kangra |
NABARD GRADE A 2023: Scheme of Exam
In the Preliminary phase of NABARD Grade A examination, total of 200 questions are asked out of which only 100 questions shall be assessed for merit calculation. The rest 100 questions are of qualifying nature only. A composite time of 120 minutes will be allotted for attempting all the 200 questions.
The section wise distribution of Questions and Marks is given below:-
Test Mode | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Objective Type Online Computer Based Test | Test of Reasoning* | 20 Q* | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | 120 Minutes |
English Language* | 30 Q* | 30 x 1 = 30 Marks | ||
Computer Knowledge* | 20 Q* | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | ||
Quantitative Aptitude* | 20 Q* | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | ||
Decision Making* | 10 Q* | 10 x 1 = 10 Marks | ||
General Awareness | 20 | 20 x 1 = 20 Marks | ||
Banking Awareness (with focus on Rural India) | 40 Q | 40 x 1 = 40 Marks | ||
Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India | 40 Q | 40 x 1 = 40 Marks | ||
Total | 200 Q | 200 Marks |
Note 1. Qualifying Section - Test of Reasoning, English Language, Computer Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, Decision Making.
Note 2. Merit Section - General Awareness, Eco & Soc. Issues (with focus on Rural India), Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India
Note 3. Shortlisting of the candidates for the Main exam will be based on marks scored in the Merit section only.
NABARD GRADE A 2023: Syllabus
The major topics for NABARD GRADE A PRE Exam is given below:-
Quantitative Aptitude: Simplification and Approximation, Quadratic Equations, Permutation and Combination, Average, Interest, Surds and Indices, Wrong Number Series etc.
Reasoning: Logical Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, Blood Relations, Coding-Decoding, Alphabet and Number Series, Statement, Arguments, and Conclusion etc.
English Language: Cloze Test, Sentence Rearrangement, Match the Columns, Sentence Correction etc.
General Awareness: Banking Awareness and Economy (Agriculture Focused), Agricultural Insurance, Important people in the news etc.
Computer Knowledge: Networking & Input-output devices, Internet, History of computer & generations, Abbreviations, Shortcuts, Computer Terminology & Operating system etc.
Agriculture and Rural Development: Classification of field crops & Factors affecting crop production, Cropping Systems & Problems of dryland agriculture, Present Scenario of Indian & Agriculture and Allied activities etc.
Banking Awareness: Poverty Alleviation Programmes of the Government, Rural banking and financial institutions in India, Reforms in Banking/ Financial sector etc.
NABARD GRADE A 2023: Admission to the Examination Centres
1. Candidates must not forget to take their admit card with ID proof and 2 recent colored photographs.
2. No use of electronic items, books, or watches allowed inside the examination hall.
3. Candidates should reach the examination center 1 hour prior to the commencement of the exam.
4. A rough sheet will be provided at the examination hall.
5. Candidates cannot leave the examination center without the conclusion of the exam.
6. Candidates need to follow all the instructions given by the invigilator.
7. Candidates found with debarred items will be disqualified from the exam.
NABARD GRADE A 2023: Admit Card
The steps to download the admit card of NABARD are given below:
Step 1: Visit the official website of NABARD.
Step 2: Click the 'Download NABARD Grade A Admit Card' link on the home page.
Step 3: Enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password.
Step 4: NABARD admit card appears on the screen.
Step 5: Download the admit card and take its printout.
NABARD GRADE A 2023: Result
The steps to check the result of NABARD Grade A are given below:
Step 1: Visit the official website of NABARD.
Step 2: Go to the careers page.
Step 3: Go to the advertisement 'Recruitment To The Post Of Assistant Manager In Grade 'A' (RDBS)/(Rajbhasha Service)'.
Step 4: From the drop-down, select the result link.
Step 5: The result will be available in PDF form.
Step 6: Download the result and take its printout.
NABARD GRADE A 2023: Mode of Selection
The NABARD GRADE A selection process consists of two stages. These are as follows:
1. Prelims Exam
2. Mains Exam
3. Interview
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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.
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