Welcome to Sarkari Naukri. The official notification for NABARD Specialist Recruitment 2026 has been announced. Below you will find comprehensive coverage of the eligibility criteria, important dates, vacancy details, and direct official application channels.
Online applications for NABARD Specialist recruitment 2026 are open from 25.06.2026 to 13.07.2026 through the official website www.nabard.org.
Below is the complete breakdown of vacancies, eligibility, salary, selection process, and how to apply for the NABARD DDMABI recruitment 2026.
NABARD Specialist Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
- Download NABARD DDMABI Specialist Recruitment 2026 PDF
- NABARD Specialist Recruitment 2026 Online apply Link: Apply Here
NABARD Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Department | DDMABI (Data Management, Analytics and Business Intelligence) |
| Posts | ETL Designer, Senior Data Scientist, Data Scientist, Document Designer, AI Engineer, Data Engineer |
| Total Vacancies | 8 |
| Nature of Engagement | Contract (2 years, extendable up to 5 years) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.nabard.org |
| Place of Posting | Mumbai (Head Office) |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting (1:3 ratio) + Interview |
NABARD DDMABI Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Â Start Date to Apply Online | 25.06.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online / Pay Fee | 13.07.2026 |
NABARD Specialist Vacancy Details 2026 (Post-wise)
The NABARD AI Engineer vacancy 2026 count is the highest among the six posts, reflecting the bank’s focus on building its GenAI and RAG-based capabilities in-house.
| Post | Vacancies | Category |
|---|---|---|
| ETL Designer | 1 | UR |
| Senior Data Scientist | 1 | UR |
| Data Scientist | 1 | UR |
| Document Designer | 1 | UR |
| AI Engineer | 3 | UR |
| Data Engineer | 1 | UR |
| Total | 8 | – |
All 8 vacancies notified currently fall under the Unreserved (UR) category.
NABARD Specialist Eligibility Criteria 2026
Age Limit (Post-wise)
Age relaxation isn’t applicable here in the usual government-job sense – each NABARD specialist post has its own distinct age band, since these are lateral hires for niche technical experience.
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| ETL Designer | 30 – 40 years |
| Senior Data Scientist | 28 – 45 years |
| Data Scientist | 25 – 40 years |
| Document Designer | 28 – 40 years |
| AI Engineer | 26 – 40 years |
| Data Engineer | 25 – 35 years |
Educational Qualification & Experience (Post-wise)
| Post | Qualification | Minimum Experience |
|---|---|---|
| ETL Designer | B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech/M.E. in CS/Computer Engg/IT, or MCA | 7 years IT experience, incl. 3–5 years in ETL mapping design |
| Senior Data Scientist | B.E./B.Tech (60%+) or M.E./M.Tech in CS/IT/Data Science/ML & AI, or MCA | 5 years as a Data Scientist or related field |
| Data Scientist | B.E./B.Tech (60%+) or M.E./M.Tech in CS/IT/Data Science/ML & AI, or MCA | 3 years in data science, ML/AI, or related analytics roles |
| Document Designer | Bachelor’s degree in any field | 5 years in document/report design, preferably BFSI/consulting |
| AI Engineer | B.E./B.Tech in CS/Computer Engg/IT/Electronics & Telecom, or Master’s in Data Science/ML/AI | 5 years’ experience, incl. 2 years as AI Engineer + 2 years as backend developer |
| Data Engineer | B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech/M.E. in CS/Computer Engg/IT, or MCA | 5 years’ experience, incl. 2 years as Data Engineer + 2 years as Database Developer |
NABARD AI Engineer & Data Scientist Job Profile Highlights
Since this recruitment is closely tied to NABARD’s GenAI and RAG-based initiatives, candidates applying for the NABARD AI Engineer post or the Data Scientist (GenAI) role should expect responsibilities around:
- Building Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, embeddings, and vector databases (Qdrant, Milvus, pgvector)
- Prompt engineering, chain-of-thought design, and LLM evaluation frameworks
- Establishing Model Context Protocol (MCP)/API integrations
- Responsible AI practices and DPDP Act, 2023 compliance
- Collaboration with NABARD’s internal ENSURE/ENGAGE applications and EDW environment
NABARD Specialist Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee | Intimation Charges | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | NIL | Rs. 150 | Rs. 150 |
| All Others | Rs. 700 | Rs. 150 | Rs. 850 |
NABARD Specialist Selection Process 2026
Unlike typical bank PO/clerk exams, there is no written test for this NABARD DDMABI recruitment – selection is purely interview-based.
- Shortlisting of candidates in a 1:3 ratio against vacancies, based on qualification and experience
- Interview
- Submission of No Objection Certificate (for candidates already in Govt./PSU/Bank service)
- Pre-recruitment medical examination
- Final selection by the Selection Committee
How to Apply for NABARD Specialist Recruitment 2026
- Complete New Registration with name, contact details, and email ID to get a Provisional Registration Number and Password
- Fill in educational, experience, and personal details using “SAVE AND NEXT”
- Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and the handwritten declaration as per prescribed specifications
- Upload your latest CV/Resume and proof of current Cost to Company (CTC) in PDF format
- Preview the form, click “COMPLETE REGISTRATION,” then proceed to fee payment
- Pay the application fee online and save/print the e-Receipt and application form
Apply Online Link: Apply Here
NABARD Specialist Salary 2026 (Compensation, Post-wise)
The NABARD specialist salary 2026 structure is among the most attractive in India’s public-sector contract hiring space, particularly for AI and data roles.
| Post | Consolidated Remuneration (All Inclusive) |
|---|---|
| ETL Designer | Rs. 24–32 lakh per annum |
| Senior Data Scientist | Rs. 24–42 lakh per annum |
| Data Scientist | Rs. 18–30 lakh per annum |
| Document Designer | Rs. 12–24 lakh per annum |
| AI Engineer | Rs. 24–45 lakh per annum |
| Data Engineer | Rs. 18–24 lakh per annum |
Additional benefits include Travelling/Halting Allowance, leave (up to 30 days/year), accommodation (or 10% HRA if quarters aren’t allotted), and medical facility for self at the Bank’s dispensary. There are no superannuation benefits (PF/Pension/Gratuity) since this is a contract engagement.
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Period of Contract
- Initial engagement: 2 years, extendable up to a maximum of 5 years (reviewed annually)
- Either party can terminate with one month’s notice
- NABARD also retains the right to terminate without notice or assigning reason
NABARD Specialist Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
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