NABARD Grade A Admit Card 2026
NABARD Assistant Manager Grade A (ARD/RDES) Recruitment 2026
Conducted by: National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
NABARD Grade A Admit Card 2026 – Assistant Manager (ARD/RDES) Prelims & Mains Call Letter
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | NABARD Assistant Manager Grade A (Rural Development Banking Service / ARD) Recruitment 2026 – Preliminary & Main Examinations |
| Organising body | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Exam cycle / notification | NABARD Grade A recruitment cycle notified on the nabard.org careers / recruitment page |
| Post(s) | Assistant Manager (Grade A) in RDBS, ARD & related streams/disciplines |
| Total vacancies (indicative) | As per the official notification on nabard.org (stream-wise details in the advertisement) |
| Admit card status | Expected – NABARD uploads call letters on the recruitment page about 2 weeks before the Prelims |
| Admit card release date | Not announced yet – check the nabard.org recruitment page |
| Exam date(s) | Prelims and Mains as notified in the recruitment advertisement |
| Selection stages | Preliminary Examination | Main Examination (stream-wise) | Interview |
| Official website | www.nabard.org |
Admit card timeline for NABARD Grade A 2026
NABARD releases the Assistant Manager (Grade A) notification on the "CAREERS" / "RECRUITMENT" section of its website along with a detailed advertisement. After the application process, the Prelims call letter link is activated on the recruitment page. In recent cycles, the call letter has been downloadable about two weeks before the Prelims. The Mains call letter is released separately for shortlisted candidates, again via an online link.
| Event | Indicative date |
|---|---|
| NABARD Grade A advertisement on nabard.org | As per NABARD recruitment schedule |
| Online application submission | Usually 3–4 weeks from advertisement |
| Prelims call letter release | Expected around 2 weeks before Prelims |
| Preliminary examination | As per the notification |
| Prelims result declaration | Within a few weeks |
| Mains call letter release | Expected around 2 weeks before Mains |
| Main examination | As notified |
| Interview & final result | After Mains result |
How to download the NABARD Grade A call letter
NABARD does not send call letters by post. The call letter is made available on the recruitment website, typically through a direct download link where the candidate enters registration details. Keep your Registration Number and password from the application confirmation safe.
- Visit the NABARD website www.nabard.org and go to the CAREERS / RECRUITMENT section.
- Open the Grade A Assistant Manager recruitment advertisement.
- Click the active link "Click here to download Call Letter for Preliminary Examination" (or the Main exam link later).
- Enter your Registration Number and Password (or Date of Birth) as printed on the application form.
- Solve the captcha and click Login / Submit.
- Your call letter will open with the exam centre, reporting time and instructions.
- Download the PDF and print two copies.
- Verify your name, date of birth, category and photograph against the application details.
- If any discrepancy is found, immediately contact the recruitment agency through details in the advertisement.
Official admit card links
NABARD Grade A exam pattern
Preliminary Examination (Objective & Descriptive mixed; merit-counting structure as per advertisement)
| Section | Questions | Maximum marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning / Quantitative Aptitude / English / Computer Knowledge / General Awareness | As per advertisement | – | Composite duration |
| Agriculture & Rural Development (ARD) | 40 | 40 | |
| Economic & Social Focus (ESF) | 40 | 40 | |
| English Descriptive (Essay / Precis / Letter / Report) | 3 | 50 | |
| Total (RDBS indicative) | as notified | 200 |
Main Examination (stream-wise/discipline-wise)
| Stream / Discipline | Structure | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|
| RDBS (General) – Phase I / II | Objective + Descriptive (stream papers: ARD/ESF, English, Finance, Management) | As per advertisement |
| Specialist streams (Legal, Finance, IT, CA, CS, Engineering etc.) | Discipline-specific objective + descriptive papers | As per advertisement |
NABARD uses a combination of qualifying papers (English / ARD / ESF) and merit-counting papers across both Prelims and Mains depending on the stream. The final merit combines the marks of the Main examination and the Interview in the ratio specified in the notification (typically written : interview). Carefully read the exact paper structure and qualifying rules in the official advertisement before planning your preparation.
Important exam day instructions
- Carry the call letter printout and one original government-issued photo ID with photocopy.
- Carry a recent passport-size photograph.
- Reach the centre 60–90 minutes before the reporting time printed on the call letter.
- Mobile phones, smart watches and all electronic communication devices are strictly prohibited.
- No written material, notes or books are allowed inside the exam hall.
- Cooperate with the centre staff during biometric verification and frisking.
What to do if the NABARD Grade A admit card is not yet released
If NABARD has not activated the call letter link yet, it is likely still within the usual two-week window before the exam. Keep visiting the CAREERS section of nabard.org and bookmark the advertisement page. The call letter link is usually posted directly on the advertisement page under a heading like "Download Call Letter".
Save your Registration Number and password from the application confirmation email / SMS. These are essential to log in and download the letter. If the portal is slow immediately after release, wait a few minutes and retry — the first hour sees a heavy rush of logins.
Remember that NABARD does not share the call letter by post or as a WhatsApp/Telegram PDF. Only the letter downloaded from the nabard.org link is valid for entry. If your Prelims exam is close and you still cannot access the call letter, contact the recruitment helpdesk using the contact details mentioned in the advertisement.
FAQs about NABARD Grade A admit card
Q: How do I know if the NABARD Grade A call letter is released?
A: Visit the CAREERS/RECRUITMENT section of nabard.org and open your recruitment advertisement. If the call letter is released, a "Download Call Letter" link will appear on the advertisement page.
Q: Is the call letter sent by post?
A: No. NABARD only publishes the call letter online. Candidates download and print it themselves from the recruitment page.
Q: I entered my registration number but it says "not found". What now?
A: Check whether you are logging into the correct recruitment (Grade A, not Grade B or other posts) and whether the registration number is typed exactly. If the issue persists, contact the helpdesk mentioned in the advertisement.
Q: My photograph is not visible clearly on the call letter. Is that a problem?
A: A blurred or incorrect photograph can delay verification at the exam hall. Carry the original uploaded photograph with you to the centre, and if the error persists, report it to the recruitment agency before the exam.
Q: Is the Mains call letter a separate document?
A: Yes. NABARD releases the Prelims call letter and Mains call letter separately under different links. The same login credentials (Registration Number) are used for both downloads.
Q: What papers should I prepare for if I am eligible for Grade A specialist streams?
A: Check the discipline-wise syllabus in the advertisement. Specialist papers vary (e.g. Law stream has a separate law paper). Only the syllabus given in your official advertisement applies.
Disclaimer: All dates, vacancies, streams and schedules on this page are indicative, based on NABARD's regular recruitment pattern. The actual release of the call letter, exam dates and centre details for NABARD Grade A 2026 appear only on the official NABARD recruitment page. Please check nabard.org for authentic updates.