The NABARD DA Admit Card 2026 has been officially released on 14 February 2026 by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD). Candidates who applied for the Development Assistant (DA) recruitment can now download their hall ticket from the official website. The NABARD DA Preliminary Exam 2026 is scheduled to be held on 21 February 2026, while the Main Exam will take place on 12 April 2026.
NABARD Development Assistant Apply Online
NABARD DA Admit Card 2026
Short Details of Notification
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
| • Notification Date: 15 January 2026 • Application Begins: 15 January 2026 • Apply Last Date: 03 February 2026 • Last Date for Fee: 03 February 2026 • Admit Card Date: Notify Later • Pre Exam Date: 21 February 2026 • Result: Notify Later • Main Exam Date: 12 April 2026 • Result: Notify Later • Candidates are advised to verify the details from the official website of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD). | • For General / OBC / EWS: ₹550 • For SC / ST / PH: ₹100 Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods: • Debit Card • Credit Card • Internet Banking • IMPS • Cash Card / Mobile Wallet |
| Age limit as of 01 January 2026 | Total Post |
| • Minimum Age: 21 Years • Maximum Age: 35 Years Age Relaxation: As per the official rules and regulations of the government and the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD). | 162 Posts |
NABARD Development Assistant Notification 2026: Educational Qualification
Development Assistant
A candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks (pass class for SC/ST/PWBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates) from a recognised University / Institution.
Computer Skills: Knowledge of word processing on a PC is mandatory.
Development Assistant (Hindi)
A candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University in English/Hindi medium with Hindi and English as a compulsory or elective subject with a minimum of 50% marks (pass class for SC/ST/PWBD/EXS candidates).
The Candidate must be able to translate from English to Hindi and vice versa.
Computer Skills: Knowledge of word processing on a PC is mandatory.
How to download a NABARD DA Admit Card 2026
Visit the official NABARD website: https://www.nabard.org
Click on the “Career Notices” section on the homepage.
Find and click on the link that says “Recruitment to the post of Development Assistant / Development Assistant (Hindi) 2026 – Preliminary Examination Call Letter and Information Handouts.”
Enter your Registration Number/Roll Number, Date of Birth/Password and captcha
Click on Submit or Login.
Your NABARD DA Admit Card 2026 will appear on the screen.
Download and print the admit card for future use.
NABARD Development Assistant Notification 2026: Selection Process
The selection process consists of three stages:
Stage I – Preliminary Examination (Online)
Stage II – Main Examination (Online)
Stage III – Language Proficiency Test (LPT)(Qualifying)
| IMPORTANT LINKS | |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Homepage | Click Here |
Q1. When will the NABARD DA Admit Card 2026 be released?
Ans. The admit card has been released on 14 February 2026.
Q2. Where can I download the NABARD DA Admit Card 2026?
Ans. You can download it from the official website of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) at nabard.org.
Q3. What details are required to download the admit card?
Ans. You will need your Registration Number/Roll Number, Password, or Date of Birth.
Q4. What is the exam date for NABARD DA Prelims 2026?
Ans. The Preliminary Exam will be held on 21 February 2026.
Q5. What is the NABARD DA Mains Exam Date 2026?
Ans. The Mains Exam is scheduled for 12 April 2026.
Q6. Can I enter the exam hall without an admit card?
Ans. No, entry is not allowed without a printed admit card and a valid photo ID.
Q7. What details are printed on the admit card?
Ans. Name, roll number, exam date, time, exam centre address, and instructions.
Q8. What if I find an error on my NABARD DA Admit Card 2026?
Ans. Immediately contact NABARD helpdesk or regional office for correction.
Q9. Is a digital copy of admit card accepted at exam centre?
Ans. No, only a printed hard copy is accepted.
Q10. How many copies of admit card should I print?
Ans. It is better to print 2–3 copies for safety.
