The NABARD Grade A examination is conducted for the recruitment of Assistant Managers in Grade ‘A’ (Rural Development Banking Service). This page provides a detailed overview of the syllabus and exam pattern for the 2026 examination.
NABARD Grade A Syllabus 2026 – Check Prelims & Mains Exam Pattern: Exam Pattern
| Phase | Type | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
| Phase 1 (Prelims) | Online objective test | 200 | 200 | 120 minutes | One-fourth of the marks for each wrong answer |
| Phase 2 (Mains) | Two papers | Varies | Varies | Varies | Not confirmed, check the official notification |
Syllabus
1. Reasoning Ability
- Puzzles and Seating Arrangement
- Syllogism
- Data Sufficiency
- Statement-based Questions (Verbal Reasoning)
- Inequality
- Input-Output (Machine Input and Output)
- Blood Relations
- Coding-Decoding
- Alphanumeric Series
- Order and Ranking
- Direction and Distance
- Miscellaneous Questions
2. Quantitative Aptitude
- (A) Arithmetic: Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Profit, Loss and Discount, Simple and Compound Interest, Average and Age, Mixture and Alligation, Time and Work, Time, Speed and Distance
- (B) Other Topics: Data Interpretation, Number Series, Quadratic Equations, Simplification and Approximation, Quantity Comparison and Data Sufficiency, Mathematical Inequalities, Mensuration
3. English Language
- (A) Question Types: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Gap Fillers, Error Spotting, Sentence Rearrangement, Idioms and Phrases, Sentence Improvement, One Word Substitution
- (B) Grammar Topics: Subject-Verb Agreement, Parts of Speech, Tenses, Articles, Conditional Sentences, Modals, Active and Passive Voice
4. Computer Knowledge
- Input-Output Devices
- Networking
- DBMS
- MS Office
- Internet
- History of Computers and Generations
- Shortcuts
- Computer Security
- Hardware and Memory
5. Decision Making
- Basics and Types of Decision Making
- Types of Problems in Decision Making
- Factors Affecting Decision Making
- Interpreting Information and Recognising Assumptions
- Situation-based Questions and Case Studies
6. General Awareness
- Current Affairs, Banking, Economy and Insurance
- Recent appointments, awards and honours, sports, new schemes, national and international news
- Latest developments in science and technology
7. Economic and Social Issues (ESI)
- Nature of Indian Economy
- Inflation Trends
- Poverty Alleviation and Employment Generation
- Population Trends
- Agriculture
- Industry
- Rural Banking and Financial Institutions
- Globalisation of the Economy
- Social Structure in India
- Education
- Social Justice
8. Agriculture and Rural Development (ARD)
- Definition, meaning and branches; agronomy; classification of field crops; factors affecting crop production; agro-climatic zones; cropping systems; dryland problems; seed production
Preparation Tips
To effectively prepare for the NABARD Grade A exam, candidates should create a study schedule that covers all subjects systematically. Regularly practice previous years’ papers and take mock tests to improve time management and accuracy. Stay updated with current affairs relevant to agriculture and rural development, and revise the syllabus thoroughly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the selection process for NABARD Grade A?
The selection process consists of three stages: Phase 1 (Prelims), Phase 2 (Mains), and an Interview.
What is the pattern of the Phase 1 exam?
Phase 1 is an online objective test with 200 questions carrying 200 marks, which includes qualifying and merit sections.
What subjects are covered in the Phase 2 exam?
Phase 2 consists of two papers: Paper I is a descriptive General English test, and Paper II covers Economic and Social Issues plus Agriculture and Rural Development.
How is the final merit list prepared?
The final merit list is prepared based on the marks scored in Phase 2 and the Interview.
What is the language of the interview?
The interview can be conducted in Hindi or English.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- NABARD ग्रेड A परीक्षा के लिए सहायक प्रबंधक की भर्ती की जाती है।
- चयन प्रक्रिया में तीन चरण शामिल हैं: प्रीलिम्स, मेन्स और साक्षात्कार।
- प्रीलिम्स परीक्षा में 200 प्रश्न होते हैं, जो 200 अंक के होते हैं।
- मेन्स परीक्षा में दो पेपर होते हैं: सामान्य अंग्रेजी और आर्थिक एवं सामाजिक मुद्दे।
- साक्षात्कार में 50 अंक होते हैं और यह हिंदी या अंग्रेजी में लिया जा सकता है।
| NABARD Grade A Syllabus 2026 – Check Prelims & Mains Exam Pattern – Important Links | |
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| www.nabard.org | Click Here |
| NABARD Official Website | Click Here |
