The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) is inviting applications for the Young Professional Program (YPP) on a contractual basis. This program aims to provide young talents with exposure to policy research, strategic initiatives, and programme evaluation within the agricultural finance and rural development sectors.
Job Details
| Category | Details |
| Department | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Employment Type | Contractual (1 year, extendable up to 3 years) |
| Job Title | Young Professional |
| Total Vacancies | 44 Posts |
| Application Start Date | 26 December 2025 |
| Application End Date | 12 January 2026 |
| Location | Mumbai, Lucknow, Shimla, Ranchi, Dehradun, Mangaluru, Guwahati, Aizawl, Kolkata, New Delhi, Chennai, Chandigarh |
| Application Method | Online via NABARD Official Website |
| Official Site | www.nabard.org |
Advertisement No.
Advertisement No. 07
Post and Vacancy Details
| Discipline | Total Vacancies |
| Information Technology | 12 |
| Finance | 6 |
| Data Science | 4 |
| Project Monitoring | 4 |
| Climate Action & Sustainability | 3 |
| Economics | 3 |
| Development Management | 3 |
| Academic Administration | 2 |
| PR, Outreach and Documentation | 2 |
| Cyber Security, Graphic Designing, Geoinformatics, UI/UX Designing, Software Testing | 1 Each |
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly stipend of ₹70,000/- (all-inclusive). Applicable taxes will be deducted at source as per government rules.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the required educational qualifications and relevant work experience as of 01-11-2025. Specific degree requirements vary by discipline (e.g., Post Graduation in Economics, Statistics, Finance, or B.E./B.Tech in IT/CS) as detailed in the official notification.
Age Limit
The candidate must be between 21 and 30 years of age as of 01-11-2025. Specifically, applicants must have been born between 01-11-1995 and 01-11-2004.
Selection Process
The selection involves a two-step process:
- Application Screening: Screening based on academic performance, experience, and statement of intent.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will undergo a presentation and interview session.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NABARD website at www.nabard.org.[1]
- Navigate to the “Career Notices” section and select the link for Young Professional Program 2025-26.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate details and upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee/intimation charges online before the deadline.
Instructions
- Candidates can apply for only one discipline and location.
- Ensure all information provided is true, as false information leads to immediate disqualification.
- Applicants must be Indian citizens.
Important Dates
- Online Registration Starts: 26 December 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 12 January 2026
- Cut-off Date for Eligibility: 01 November 2025
Important Links
- Notification link: click here
- Apply link: click here
