NABARD Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 08 Specialists on Contract
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) , an all-India Apex Organization wholly owned by the Government of India, invites ONLINE applications from Indian citizens for engagement of 08 Specialists on Contract for its Head Office, Mumbai under the Department for Data Management, Analytics and Business Intelligence (DDMABI) . The positions include ETL Designer, Senior Data Scientist, Data Scientist, Document Designer, AI Engineer & Data Engineer. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the NABARD website www.nabard.org from 25 June 2026 to 13 July 2026.
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Check NowNABARD Recruitment 2026 – Over View
| Organization | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Type | Contract Basis |
| Department | DDMABI (Data Management, Analytics & Business Intelligence) |
| Total Vacancies | 08 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Job Location | Head Office, Mumbai |
| Category | Central Govt / Apex Organization |
| Online Application Start Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 13 July 2026 |
| Official Website | www.nabard.org |
NABARD Recruitment 2026– Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Registration Start | 25 June 2026 |
| Online Application Registration & Payment End | 13 July 2026 |
NABARD Recruitment 2026– Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Intimation Charges | Total (Excl. GST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | NIL | ₹150 | ₹150 |
| All Others (UR/OBC/EWS) | ₹700 | ₹150 | ₹850 |
Note: Fee is non-refundable. GST applicable extra. Payment via online mode (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI).
NABARD Recruitment 2026– Eligibility
1. ETL Designer
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Age | 30 to 40 years |
| Qualification (Mandatory) | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/IT OR M.Tech/M.E. in CS/CE/IT OR MCA |
| Qualification (Desirable) | Certification in popular ETL tools (Talend, Informatica, Ab-Initio, MS SQL Server) |
| Experience | Minimum 7 years IT experience, with 3-5 years in designing ETL mappings. Ability to guide junior ETL developers. Good knowledge of SQL and Dimensional Modeling concepts. |
| Mandatory Skills | Business acumen for interacting with business partners; familiarity with BFSI domain and core banking system. |
| Desired Skills | SQL expertise (complex queries, performance tuning, stored procedures); data modeling (dimensional, relational, star/snowflake schemas); database management (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, NoSQL); data warehousing principles; proficiency in ETL tools (Informatica, Talend, SSIS, Apache NiFi) and cloud-native services (AWS Glue, Azure Data Factory, GCP Dataflow). |
| Job Profile | Lead ETL architecture; determine ETL requirements for BI projects; ensure standards and patterns; determine strategies for data integrity validation; partner with Data Architect; support ETL developers; assist in SLA development; communicate risks. |
2. Senior Data Scientist
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Age | 28 to 45 years |
| Qualification (Mandatory) | Full Time B.E./B.Tech in CS/CE/IT/Data Science/ML & AI – First Class (60% marks) OR equivalent OR M.E./M.Tech in CS/CE/IT/Data Science/ML & AI OR MCA |
| Qualification (Desirable) | Certification in AI/ML/Natural Language Processing/Web Crawling and Neural Networks |
| Experience | Minimum 5 years (post basic qualification) as Data Scientist. Preference to financial sector/banks/NBFCs/Insurance/Investment firms. Experience in NLP, Web Crawling, Neural Networks, ML/AI technologies, Python, Unix/Linux, cloud-based development, 2+ years in RDBMS/NoSQL (including Graph DB). |
| Mandatory Skills | ML technologies; models using structured/semi-structured/unstructured data; Analytical Databases (Vertica DB); Data Modelling & Data Intelligence/Data Cataloguing (Alation); SQL (DDL/DML/DQL). |
| Desired Skills | Data protection techniques (encryption, masking, tokenization); secure solutions architecture for Cloud platforms; PowerBI; MS Excel data analytics; LLM deployment; ML/AI/NLP tools for operational efficiency; Big Data workflows; KPI/SLA development; data reconciliation, governance, cataloguing, lineage. |
| Compensation | ₹24-42 Lakh/annum |
3. Data Scientist
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Age | 25 to 40 years |
| Qualification (Mandatory) | Full Time B.E./B.Tech in CS/CE/IT/Data Science/ML & AI – First Class (60% marks) OR equivalent OR M.E./M.Tech in CS/CE/IT/Data Science/ML & AI OR MCA |
| Qualification (Desirable) | Certification in Data Science/AI/ML/NLP/Web Crawling and Neural Networks |
| Experience | Minimum 3 years (post basic qualification) in related field, with 2+ years in: (a) R/Python OR (b) model development/validation OR (c) data analytics OR (d) RDBMS/NoSQL. Experience in ML/AI project delivery (end-to-end), NLP, Web Crawling, Neural Networks, GenAI solutions (RAG pipelines, embeddings, vector databases). Preference to financial sector/banks/NBFCs/Insurance/Investment firms. |
| Mandatory Skills | Data models/database design; data mining/segmentation; ML technologies; testing/validation of AI models; models using structured/semi-structured/unstructured data; Analytical Databases (Vertica DB); Data Modelling (Alation); SQL (DDL/DML/DQL). |
| Desired Skills | Data Model understanding; Conversational AI; explainable/Responsible AI; data protection techniques; Cloud platforms; tools like Nifi, HBase, Spark, Pig, Storm, Flume; BI tools; MS Excel data analytics; GenAI/RAG development; LLM usage; strong communication. |
| Compensation | ₹18-30 Lakh/annum |
4. Document Designer
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Age | 28 to 40 years |
| Qualification (Mandatory) | Bachelor’s degree in any field |
| Qualification (Desirable) | Master’s in Graphic Design/Visual Communication/Fine Arts OR Certification in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop |
| Experience | Minimum 5 years professional experience in document/report design, preferably in BFSI or consulting sector. Demonstrated portfolio of multi-page reports, infographics, digital publications. |
| Mandatory Skills | Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop; page layout, typography, information design; print-ready and interactive PDFs; ability to collaborate with technical/business teams. |
| Desired Skills | PowerPoint, Figma, Canva; branding, colour theory, visual hierarchy; data visualization; infographics; BFSI/large enterprise experience. |
| Job Profile | Design and produce multi-page reports, dashboards, digital publications; create templates and visual assets; ensure brand consistency; collaborate with data and business teams; manage print and digital production. |
| Compensation | ₹12-24 Lakh/annum |
5. AI Engineer
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Age | 26 to 40 years |
| Qualification (Mandatory) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/CE/IT/Electronics & Telecommunication OR Master’s in Data Science/ML/AI |
| Qualification (Desirable) | Certification in AI/Gen AI/ML/NLP/Neural Networks |
| Experience | Minimum 5 years (post basic qualification), including: (a) at least 2 years as AI Engineer (ML/AI projects), and (b) at least 2 years as backend developer. Experience with RAG techniques, Vector databases (Qdrant), building agents/agentic workflows. Proficiency in Python, Unix/Linux/Oracle/SQL/NoSQL, cloud-based development. Preference to financial sector/banks/NBFCs/Insurance/Investment firms. |
| Mandatory Skills | Python scripting; RAG, GraphRAG, Vector databases; statistical models/ML algorithms for prediction/classification; agent design patterns (ReAct, planning-based, multi-agent); Prompt Design & Optimization; Evaluation frameworks (BLEU, ROUGE, human validation); LLM parameters (temperature, top-p, context length); Embedding Logic; Chain of Thought Structuring; Prompt tooling (LangChain, Guidance, Prompt Layer); MCP/API connections; custom API development. |
| Desired Skills | Data privacy protection techniques; RAG to reduce hallucination; build/tune agents; prompt testing; MLOps collaboration; prompt repositories/version control; A/B testing on prompts; latency/token optimization. |
| Compensation | ₹24-45 Lakh/annum |
6. Data Engineer
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Age | 25 to 35 years |
| Qualification (Mandatory) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/CE/IT OR M.Tech/M.E. in CS/CE/IT OR MCA |
| Qualification (Desirable) | Certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional / Cloudera Certified Administrator |
| Experience | Minimum 5 years IT experience (post basic qualification), including: (a) at least 2 years as Data Engineer, and (b) at least 2 years as Database Developer. Experience in creating/modifying database schemas, tables, views, indexes, triggers, stored procedures, functions. Knowledge of ETL/ELT tools, SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Dimensional Modeling. Experience in API Management Platforms; code reviews; unit tests; documentation; guide junior Data modelers. |
| Compensation | ₹18-24 Lakh/annum |
NABARD Recruitment 2026– Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Post Name | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ETL Designer | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | Senior Data Scientist | 1 | 1 |
| 3 | Data Scientist | 1 | 1 |
| 4 | Document Designer | 1 | 1 |
| 5 | AI Engineer | 3 | 3 |
| 6 | Data Engineer | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 8 | 8 |
Place of Posting: NABARD, Head Office, Mumbai
NABARD Recruitment 2026– Salary Details
| S.No. | Post | Consolidated Remuneration (All inclusive) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ETL Designer | ₹24-32 Lakh/annum |
| 2 | Senior Data Scientist | ₹24-42 Lakh/annum |
| 3 | Data Scientist | ₹18-30 Lakh/annum |
| 4 | Document Designer | ₹12-24 Lakh/annum |
| 5 | AI Engineer | ₹24-45 Lakh/annum |
| 6 | Data Engineer | ₹18-24 Lakh/annum |
Note: Annual increment up to a maximum of 10% can be granted based on satisfactory performance and discretion of the Bank.
NABARD Recruitment 2026– Period of Contract
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Initial Contract | 02 years from date of appointment |
| Extension | Extendable for a further period of 03 years (total max 5 years) |
| Review | Extended after review one year at a time |
| Termination by Bank | May terminate at any time without prior notice. In normal course, by giving one month’s notice. |
| Termination by Specialist | By giving one month’s notice. If notice period not served, to pay a sum equivalent to pay for the notice period. |
NABARD Recruitment 2026– Benefits & Facilities
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Superannuation Benefits | Not entitled to PF, Pension, Gratuity, etc. |
| Travelling/Halting Allowance | As admissible to officers of equivalent grade for official tours outside headquarters. |
| Leave | Maximum 30 days per calendar year (proportionate). Total absence cannot exceed 10 days at any point (except emergency medical grounds). Un-availed leave not carried forward. |
| Accommodation | Quarters allotted on request (subject to availability) – license fee of 0.5% of remuneration. HRA of 10% of remuneration if quarters not allotted. |
| Medical Facility | For self only, at the Dispensary of the Bank (wherever available). |
| Office Facilities | Office Space, Internet Connectivity, Lounge facilities (as applicable to officers). |
| Legal Status | No right/claim for placement in NABARD by virtue of engagement. Services governed by code of conduct for Specialists/Consultants. |
NABARD Recruitment 2026– How To Apply
Follow These Steps:
- Visit NABARD website: www.nabard.org
- Under “Career Notices” , click on “APPLY HERE” below the concerned recruitment advertisement.
- Register: Click “Click here for New Registration” , enter Name, Contact details, and Email-ID. A Provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated.
- Save Application: Use “SAVE AND NEXT” to save data. Verify details before final submission.
- Upload Documents: Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per specifications.
- Preview & Submit: Click on Preview Tab to verify entire application. Click “COMPLETE REGISTRATION” after ensuring all details are correct.
- Pay Fee: Click on “Payment” Tab and proceed for online payment via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI.
- Download: Take a printout of the e-Receipt and Online Application Form containing fee details.
Note: No other mode of application will be accepted.
NABARD Recruitment 2026– Important Web-Links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click here |
NABARD Recruitment 2026– Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Online Application Submission |
| 2 | Shortlisting – Candidates will be shortlisted for interview in the ratio of 1:3 based on qualification, experience, etc. |
| 3 | Interview – Selection by way of interview. |
| 4 | Document Verification – Original documents verified at the time of interview. |
| 5 | Pre-Recruitment Medical Examination – Final appointment only of candidates declared medically fit by Bank’s Medical Officer. |
Important:
- Shortlisted candidates serving in Govt./Quasi Govt./PSU/Nationalized Banks/Financial Institutions must submit No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview.
- The Bank reserves the right to increase/decrease/cancel the recruitment in part or full.
- The decision of the Selection Committee shall be final.
NABARD Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions
| S.No. | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Candidates should read all instructions carefully before applying and ensure they fulfill all eligibility criteria. |
| 2 | If at any stage it is found that information furnished is false/incorrect, candidature will be cancelled. |
| 3 | ALL REVISIONS/CORRIGENDUM will be hosted on Bank’s website ONLY. |
| 4 | In case of any problem, raise complaint at: https://cgr.s.ibps.in/ (mention “NABARD – Recruitment to the post of Specialists on contract” in subject). |
| 5 | No correspondence will be entertained from ineligible/non-selected candidates. |
| 6 | Any legal proceedings can be instituted only in Mumbai – courts/tribunals at Mumbai have sole & exclusive jurisdiction. |
| 7 | The Specialist shall have no right or claim for regular employment in NABARD. |
| 8 | The Bank reserves the right to increase/decrease/modify/cancel the recruitment process without assigning any reason. |
NABARD Recruitment 2026– Document Upload
| Document | Format | Dimensions | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | JPG/JPEG | 200×230 pixels (4.5cm×3.5cm) | 20-50 KB |
| Live Photograph | – | Webcam/Mobile capture | Auto upload |
| Signature | JPG/JPEG | 140×60 pixels | 10-20 KB |
| Left Thumb Impression | JPG/JPEG | 240×240 pixels (3cm×3cm) | 20-50 KB |
| Handwritten Declaration | JPG/JPEG | 800×400 pixels (10cm×5cm) | 50-100 KB |
| CV/Resume + Proof of Cost to Company | – | 500 KB (max) |
Handwritten Declaration Text
The text for the handwritten declaration is as follows:
“I, (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
Important:
- Must be in the candidate’s own handwriting and in English only.
- If written and uploaded by anybody else or in any other language, the application will be considered invalid.
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NABARD Recruitment 2026– FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for NABARD Specialists on Contract Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application registration and fee payment is 13 July 2026.
Q2. How many total vacancies are available?
08 vacancies under DDMABI – ETL Designer (1), Senior Data Scientist (1), Data Scientist (1), Document Designer (1), AI Engineer (3), Data Engineer (1).
Q3. What is the application fee for UR/OBC candidates?
₹850 (Application Fee ₹700 + Intimation Charges ₹150) + applicable GST.
Q4. Is there any fee exemption?
SC/ST/PwBD candidates: ₹150 (only Intimation Charges) + applicable GST.
Q5. What is the selection process?
Shortlisting (1:3 ratio) + Interview + Document Verification + Medical Examination.
Q6. Where is the place of posting?
NABARD, Head Office, Mumbai.
Q7. What is the initial contract period?
02 years, extendable up to a maximum of 05 years.
Q8. What is the compensation for AI Engineer?
₹24-45 Lakh per annum (all inclusive).
Q9. What is the age limit for Data Scientist?
25 to 40 years (as on 01.06.2026).
Q10. Is NOC required for serving candidates?
Yes. Shortlisted candidates serving in Govt./Quasi Govt./PSU/Banks must submit NOC at the time of interview.
Q11. Will accommodation be provided?
Quarters allotted on request (subject to availability) with license fee of 0.5% of remuneration. HRA of 10% if quarters not allotted.
Q12. Can the contract be terminated early?
Yes. NABARD may terminate at any time without prior notice. In normal course, one month’s notice required.