Update: 1 November 2026 — The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) Assistant Manager Grade A examination is held in three stages: Phase 1 (Prelims), Phase 2 (Mains) and Interview. For exam dates, check the official notification — the 2026 notification was still awaited at check time. This syllabus follows the latest stable pattern.
NABARD Grade A Syllabus 2026
Phase 1 (Prelims) Pattern
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| Reasoning | 20 (qualifying) |
| English Language | 30 (qualifying) |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 (qualifying) |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 (qualifying) |
| Decision Making | 10 (qualifying) |
| General Awareness | 20 (merit) |
| Economic & Social Issues (rural focus) | 40 (merit) |
| Agriculture & Rural Development | 40 (merit) |
| Total | 200 questions, 200 marks, 120 minutes |
Shortlisting for Phase 2 is done on the merit sections only (General Awareness, ESI, ARD). Negative marking is 0.25.
Phase 2 (Mains) and Interview
| Paper | Detail |
|---|---|
| Paper I — General English (descriptive) | 100 marks |
| Paper II — ESI + ARD | Objective 50 + descriptive 50 (specialist streams: stream-specific paper in the same shape) |
| Interview | 50 marks |
How to Prepare
- Check the notice on the official website nabard.org.
- Focus most on ESI and ARD (rural focus) — they decide merit.
- Practise English writing and current affairs daily.
Important Links
| Link | Where to go |
|---|---|
| Official website | nabard.org |
Note: This is a private information portal (not a government website). Always check the official website for the final and correct information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: How many stages are in NABARD Grade A? Answer: Three — Phase 1, Phase 2 and Interview.
Question: How many questions are in Phase 1? Answer: 200 questions, 200 marks, 120 minutes.
Question: What decides merit? Answer: The Phase 1 merit sections (GA, ESI, ARD).
Question: How many marks is the interview? Answer: 50 marks.
Question: What is the exam date? Answer: Check official notification.
