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NABARD Recruitment 2023 for 150 Grade A Notification Comprehensive Guide. NABARD Grade A Notification 2023 Out for 150 Posts, Apply Online till 23 Sep.
NABARD Grade A Notification 2023 has been released for 150 Assistant Manager “Grade A” vacancies at www.nabard.org.
NABARD Recruitment 2023 : NABARD Grade A 2023 Notification has been released by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) for 150 Assistant Managers (Grade A) in the Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS). The NABARD Grade A Online Applications have commenced and the last date to apply for NABARD Grade A 2023 is 23rd September 2023.
NABARD Recruitment 2023 for 150 Grade A Notification Comprehensive Guide
NABARD Recruitment 2023 Overview
When was NABARD Grade A Notification Released?
The NABARD Grade A recruitment notification has been released on 2nd September 2023. The online application has also started and will close on 23 September 2023. Phase 1 examination is to be tentatively held on 16 October 2023 and Phase 2 exam is expected in the month of November 2023.
| NABARD Recruitment 2023 for Grade A 2023 Recruitment Notification | |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development |
| Post | Grade A Assistant Manager (RDBS, Rajbhasha, P&SS) |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| Vacancy | 150 |
| Advt No. | 03/ Grade A/ 2023-24 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| NABARD Grade A Notification 2023 Release Date | 2nd September 2023 |
| NABARD Grade A Notification Application Start | 2nd September 2023 |
| NABARD Grade A Notification Application End | 23rd September 2023 |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, and Personal Interview |
| Salary | Rs. 1,00,000/- Per Month |
| Official website | www.nabard.org |
How many Vacancies in NABARD Recruitment 2023 NABARD Grade A Notification?
NABARD has released 150 vacancies for Grade A post this year.
This includes posts of 77 posts of General Stream, 40 posts of Computer/Information Technology, 15 posts of Finance, 3 posts for Company Secretary among others.
| NABARD Grade A Recruitment Vacancy 2023 | |
| Discipline | Total |
| General | 77 |
| Computer/ Information Technology | 40 |
| Finance | 15 |
| Company Secretary | 03 |
| Civil Engineering | 03 |
| Electrical Engineering | 03 |
| Geo Informatics | 02 |
| Forestry | 02 |
| Food Processing | 02 |
| Statistics | 02 |
| Mass Communication/Media Specialist | 01 |
| Total | 150 |
What are the Dates for the NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2023?
As per the official NABARD Recruitment 2023 notification the examination dates are as below.
Phase I Online Exam – 16 October 2023 (Tentative)
Phase II Online Exam – November 2023 (Tentative)
The Online application dates for NABARD Recruitment 2023 are as follows:
| Events | Dates |
| NABARD Grade A Notification 2023 Release Date | 2nd September 2023 |
| NABARD Grade A Application Start | 2nd September 2023 |
| NABARD Grade A Application End | 23rd September 2023 |
| NABARD Grade A Phase 1 Admit Card | TBA |
| NABARD Grade A Phase 1 Exam Date | 16th October 2023 (Tentative) |
| NABARD Grade A Phase 2 Exam Date | November 2023 |
What is the Eligibility for NABARD Grade A 2023 Examination?
Eligibility criteria for NABARD Grade A 2023 examination is as follows:
Age Limits (As 01-09-2023) – 21 to 30 Years
Relaxation in Age Limit –
03 years in case of eligible OBC applicants
- A maximum of 05 years in case of :
(i) Applicants belonging to SC/ST , if the posts are reserved for them - (ii) Ex-servicemen
- (iii) Children/family members of victims died in the 1984 riots.10 years for PWBD (General); 13 years for PWBD (OBC) and 15 years for PWBD (SC/ST) applicants.
NABARD Recruitment 2023 Minimum Education Qualification
Officers in Grade ‘A’ (RDBS) – (General)
• Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants – 55%) in aggregate OR Post Graduate degree, MBA/PGDM with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants – 50%) in aggregate OR CA/ CS/ICWA OR Ph.D from Institutions recognized by GOI/UGC
The minimum educational qualifications for the NABARD Assistant Managers in Grades A are detailed below:
| Name of the Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Generalist Post | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants – 55%) in aggregate OR Post Graduate degree, MBA/PGDM with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants – 50%) in aggregate OR CA/CS/ICWA OR Ph.D. from Institutions recognized by GOI/UGC |
| Agricultural Engineering | Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Engineering with 60% marks (ST/PWBD applicants – 55%) in aggregate OR Postgraduate degree in Agriculture Engineering with a minimum of 55% marks (ST/PWBD applicants – 50%) in aggregate from a recognized University / Institution |
| Fisheries | Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Science from a recognized University/Institution with 60% marks (ST/PWBD applicants 55%) in aggregate OR Postgraduate degree in Fisheries with 55% marks (ST/PWBD applicants 50%) in aggregate |
| Forestry | Bachelor’s degree in Forestry from a recognized University/Institution with 60% marks (PWBD applicants – 55%) in aggregate OR Postgraduate degree in Forestry with 55% marks (PWBD applicants – 50%) in aggregate |
| Land Development-Soil Science | Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture / Agriculture (Soil Science/Agronomy) with 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants – 55%) in aggregate OR Post Graduate degree in Agriculture / Agriculture (Soil Science/Agronomy) with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/PWBD applicants – 50%) in aggregate from a recognized University / Institution |
| Plantation/Horticulture | Bachelor’s Degree in Horticulture from any recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants – 55%) in aggregate OR Postgraduate degree in Horticulture with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/PWBD applicants – 50%) in aggregate |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from any recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks (PWBD applicants – 55%) in aggregate OR Postgraduate degree in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 55% marks (PWBD applicants – 50%) in aggregate |
| Environmental Engineering/Sciences | Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science / Environmental Engineering with 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants – 55%) in aggregate or Postgraduate degree in environmental engineering or Environmental Science with 55% marks (SC/PWBD applicants – 50%) in aggregate from a recognized University/Institution |
| Finance | Various options include a BBA/BMS in Finance or Full-time MBA/PG Diploma in Management in Finance or a Bachelor’s degree with membership in ICAI or ICWA, etc. Refer to the original text for full details. |
| Computer/Information Technology | Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/ Computer Technology/ Computer Applications/Information Technology with 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants 55%) in aggregate OR a postgraduate degree in Computer Science/ Computer Technology/Computer Applications/Information Technology with 55% marks (SC/PWBDapplicants 50%) in aggregate from a recognized university |
| Agriculture Marketing/Agri.Business Management | Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Marketing/ Agriculture Business Management with 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants – 55%) in aggregate or Post Graduate Degree/ Post Graduate Diploma/MBA in Agriculture Marketing/ Agriculture Business Management with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/PWBD applicants – 50%) in aggregate from a recognized University / Institution |
| Developmental Management | Bachelor’s degree in Social Work/Development Management/ Development Studies with 60% marks (SC/PWD applicants 55%) in aggregate or Post Graduate degree in Social Work/Development Management /Development Studies with 55% marks (SC/PWD applicants 50%) in aggregate from a recognized University OR Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Development/ Rural Management/ Development Management/Development Studies for a minimum of 02 years |
| Assistant Manager in Grade ‘A’ (RAJBHASHA) | 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. Refer to the original text for full details. |
NABARD Recruitment 2023 Application Fee Details
The candidates have to pay certain application fees while submitting the NABARD Grade A Application/registration form. The application fee is mandatory for every category. If the application fee is not paid, the application form will be rejected by NABARD. Check out the application fee for the different categories mentioned below.
| NABARD Recruitment 2023 Grade A Application Fee Details | |
|---|---|
| Category | Application Fee |
| General Category | Rs 800 |
| SC/ST/PWD | Rs 150 |
What is the Salary, Job Profile and Career Progression of NABARD Grade A Officer?
NABARD offers one of the most handsome payrolls available in government jobs.
Pay Scale
Basic pay of ₹44,500/-p.m. in the pay scale of ₹ 44500 – 2500 (4) – 54500 – 2850 (7) – 74450 – EB – 2850 (4) – 85850 – 3300(1)- 89150 (17 years)
Officers will also be eligible for Dearness Allowance, Local Compensatory Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and Grade Allowance as per rules in force from time to time.
At present, initial monthly gross emoluments are approximately ₹ 1,00,000/- Perks
Bank’s accommodation, subject to availability, Reimbursement of expenses for maintenance of vehicle for official purpose, Newspaper, Telephone charges, Book grant, allowance for furnishing of residence, etc. as per eligibility.
Free dispensary facility besides reimbursement of medical expenses for OPD treatment/hospitalization as per eligibility.
Loans and Advances at concessional rates of interest for Housing, Car, Education of children, Consumer articles, Personal computer, etc.
What is the Exam Pattern for NABARD Grade A Notification Examination?
Officers in Grade A cadre of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development are recruited through a 3 stage recruitment process –
- Phase 1 Examination (Preliminary exam)
- Phase 2 Examination (Mains exam)
- Interview
NABARD Recruitment 2023 Phase 1 Examination Details:
The Phase 1 examination or the preliminary examination is a single paper comprising 200 Questions and 200 Marks.
The overall duration of this paper is 120 minutes i.e. 2 hours. Please note that there is no sectional timing.
For every wrong answer marked, 1/4th of the marks assigned to that question are deducted as a penalty.
The Phase 1 Stage of the NABARD Grade A Examination has the following 8 sections:
| Section | No of Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Test of Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Decision Making | 10 | 10 |
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| Economic and Social Issues (With focus on Rural India) | 40 | 40 |
| Agriculture and Rural Development with emphasis on Rural India | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Qualifying Sections – Reasoning, English Language, Computer Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, Decision Making
• Merit Sections – General Awareness, Economic & Social Issues (with focus on Rural India), Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India
• Shortlisting of the candidates for the Main exam is based on marks scored in the Merit section only
NABARD Recruitment 2023 Phase 2 Examination Details:
The Phase 2 Examination of NABARD Grade A for the Post of Generalists consists of 2 Papers of 100 Marks each.
| Title | Paper-1 | Paper-II |
|---|---|---|
| Name of the Paper | Paper-1 General English | Paper-II Economic and Social Issues and Agriculture and Rural Development |
| Type of Paper | Online Descriptive | 50% Objective 50% Descriptive |
| Time (Minutes) | 90 | 30 Min 90 Min (Total-120) |
| No. of Questions | 3 | 30 Objective 04 Descriptive |
| Marks | 100 | 100 |
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In Paper-II, 6 descriptive questions are asked out of which only 4 are supposed to be answered (2 Questions of 15 marks and 2 questions of 10 marks each)
• The calling ratio to qualify for the main examination and interview is a maximum of 1:25 and 1:3, respectively.
• The ratio may be suitably reduced at the discretion of the bank.
• Candidates who qualify and rank sufficiently high as decided by NABARD, shall be called for appearing at the Main Examination and Interview.
• There is a penalty for wrong answers marked by the candidate. For every wrong answer marked, 1/4th of the marks assigned to that question are deducted as penalty in Phase-I and Phase-II, both.
• Cut-offs in Phase-I and Phase-II can be applied in two stages: (i) On scores in individual tests, (ii) On Total Score
NABARD Recruitment 2023
NABARD Recruitment 2023 Phase 3 Details:
The Phase-III of the NABARD Grade A Examination Consists of an Interview.
- Candidates are shortlisted for interview based on their Phase 2 marks only (sum of all 2 papers)
- Interview carries a weightage of 50 marks
- Candidates can opt for interview either in Hindi or English
- The final selection of candidates is done by adding marks secured in Phase 2 and Interview.
- What is the Syllabus of NABARD Grade A Examination?
- Detailed syllabus for Phase 1 and Phase 2 of NABARD Grade A examination is given below :
NABARD Recruitment 2023 Phase 1 Syllabus
Exact syllabus for NABARD Grade A Notification Phase 1 is not provided in notification. The below topics have been listed on the basis of previous year papers of NABARD Grade A examination. For ESI and ARD sections, exact syllabus is provided in the official notification, the same is given below:
NABARD Recruitment 2023 Reasoning
1. Alphanumeric series
2. Coding and Decoding
3. Syllogism
4. Direction Sense
5. Inequality
6. Ranking and Order
7. Blood Relation
8. Puzzles and sitting arrangement
9. Input-Output
10. Questions based on Statements
11. Questions based on Data Sufficiency
NABARD Recruitment 2023 Quantitative Aptitude
1. Ratio and Proportion
2. Percentage
3. Profit and Loss
4. Simple and Compound Interest
5. Questions on Average and Age
6. Time and Work
7. Pipes and Cistern
8. Time and Distance
9. Mixture and Alligation
10. Questions on Series and Quadratic equation
11. Mathematical Inequalities
12. Number series
13. Data interpretation
14. Simplification/approximation
15. Quantity comparisons
NABARD Recruitment 2023 English
1. Questions on Reading Comprehension
2. Sentence Rearrangement
3. Cloze Test
4. Parajumbles
5. Double fillers
6. Error Detection and Sentence Improvement
7. Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word Substitution, Phrasal verbs)
NABARD Recruitment 2023 General Awareness
Current affairs of the preceding 6 months from the date of examination
National News: MoUs, summits and major events related to India.
International: Summits, Conferences held abroad.
Defence: Military exercises, drills and major updates related to the defence sector of India.
Days in News: Major events or days, along with its date, and theme.
Persons in News: Obituaries, appointments, retirements.
Sports: Major tournaments and its winners.
Science, Technology and Space
Awards and honours
Environment
Banking, Economy and Schemes
Books and Authors
Static GA: Chief Ministers and Cabinet Ministers, National Parks and Sanctuaries, Organisations’ Headquarters, Banks’ Headquarters and Taglines, Power Plants in India, Indian Dance Forms, Countries’ Capitals and their Currencies.
NABARD Recruitment 2023 Decision Making
1. Basics of Decision Making
2. Types of Decision Making
3. Decision Making Models
4. Decision Making Approaches
5. Factors affecting Decision Making
6. Types of Problems Decision Making
Computer Knowledge
1. Computer Awareness
2. Hardware and Memory
3. Software and Operating Systems
4. MS Office
5. Database Management System
6. Internet and Computer Security
7. History and Computer & Generations
8. Shortcuts
Economics and 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 – Characteristics / Status – 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 under privileged
Social Movements
Indian Political Systems
Human Development
Current Economic & Social Issues.
Agriculture and Rural Development 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, their classification and utility. Introduction to poultry industry in India (past, present and future status), Common terms pertaining to poultry production and management.
Concept of mixed farming and its relevance to socio-economic conditions of farmers in India. Complimentary and obligatory nature of livestock and poultry production with that of agricultural farming
Fisheries: Fisheries resources, management and exploitation – freshwater, brackish water and marine; Aquaculture- Inland and marine; biotechnology; post-harvest technology. Importance of fisheries in India. Common terms pertaining to fish production.
Forestry: Basic concepts of Forest and Forestry. Principles of silviculture, forest mensuration, forest management and forest economics. Concepts of social forestry, agroforestry, joint forest management. Forest policy and legislation in India, India State of Forest Report 2015. Recent developments under Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Agriculture Extensions: Its importance and role, methods of evaluation of extension programmes, Role of Krishi Vigyan Kendra’s (KVK) in dissemination of Agricultural technologies.
Ecology and Climate Change: Ecology and its relevance to man, natural resources, their sustainable management and conservation.
Causes of climate change, Green House Gases (GHG), major GHG emitting countries, climate analysis, distinguish between adaptation and mitigation, climate change impact to agriculture and rural livelihood, carbon credit, IPCC, UNFCCC, CoP meetings, funding mechanisms for climate change projects, initiatives by Govt of India, NAPCC, SAPCC, INDC.
Present Scenario of Indian Agriculture and Allied activities; recent trends, major challenges in agriculture measures to enhance viability of agriculture. Factors of Production in agriculture; Agricultural Finance and Marketing; Impact of Globalization on Indian Agriculture and issues of Food Security; Concept and Types of Farm Management.
Rural Development: Concept of Rural Area, Structure of the Indian Rural Economy Importance and role of the rural sector in India- Economic, Social and Demographic Characteristics of the Indian rural economy, causes of Rural Backwardness.
Rural population in India; Occupational structure, Farmers, Agricultural Labourers, Artisans, Handicrafts, Traders, Forest dwellers/tribes and others in rural India- Trends of change in rural population and rural work force; problems and conditions of rural labour; Issues and challenges in Handlooms
Panchayati Raj Institutions – Functions and Working. MGNREGA, NRLM – Aajeevika, Rural Drinking water Programmes, Swachh Bharat, Rural Housing, PURA and other rural development programmes.
NABARD Grade A Notification Online Form 2023
Candidates need to apply online for the NABARD Recruitment 2023 exam. The NABARD Grade A 2023 Registrations have begun and the last date to apply for the NABARD Grade A 2023 is 23rd September 2023.
Candidates can find the direct NABARD Grade A Registration Link below. Click on the link shared below and you will be redirected to the NABARD Grade A 2023 Application Window.
NABARD Grade A Apply Online 2023 (Direct Link)
How to Apply Online for NABARD Grade A Notification 2023?
Candidates can apply for the NABARD Recruitment 2023 using the steps mentioned below.
Step 1: Preparation Before Applying Before you start the application process, make sure you have the required documents (mentioned below) and information ready.
Step 2: Visit the NABARD Website Go to the official website of NABARD, which is www.nabard.org.
Step 3: Find the Application Link Look for the link related to the NABARD Grade A recruitment on the website. It may be under a section like “Career Notices.”
Step 4: Register for Application
Click on the “APPLY HERE” option to begin the application process.
Choose the “Click here for New Registration” tab.
Enter your Name, Contact details, and Email. The system will generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password. Make sure to note down these details.
An email and SMS containing your Provisional Registration number and Password will be sent to the email ID and mobile number you provided.
Step 5: Save Your Progress If you can’t complete the application form in one go, use the “SAVE AND NEXT” tab to save the entered data. This allows you to continue from where you left off later.
Step 6: Fill in the Application Details
Carefully fill in all the required details in the online application form. Double-check for accuracy.
Visually impaired candidates should fill out the application form carefully and verify the details before final submission.
Step 7: Review and Verify
After entering all the details, click on the “Preview Tab” to review and verify the entire application form before proceeding.
Make any necessary modifications, if required.
Step 8: Final Submission
Once you are satisfied that all the details are accurate, click on the ‘FINAL SUBMIT’ button.
Be aware that no changes will be possible after clicking the FINAL SUBMIT BUTTON.
Step 9: Upload Photo & Signature
Proceed to upload your Photo and signature as per the provided specifications.
Follow the guidelines for scanning and uploading these documents.
Step 10: Payment
Click on the ‘Payment’ Tab and proceed to make the required payment for the application.
Ensure you have the necessary details and documents ready for online payment.
Step 11: Submit Your Application
After making the payment, click on the ‘Submit’ button to complete the application process.
Download the NABARD Grade A Notification Click Here
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