NABARD Syllabus 2026 - Grade A
NABARD has released the Grade A syllabus. Check the complete details below including important dates and official links.
NABARD Grade A - Overview
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for NABARD Grade A syllabus must possess the following educational qualification: Any Graduate. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NABARD Grade A Exam Pattern 2026 for Prelims?
The Prelims is an objective test of 200 marks with 120 minutes duration. It has 5 qualifying sections and 3 merit sections (GA, ESI, ARD). Shortlisting for Mains is based only on merit section performance.
How many papers are in NABARD Grade A Mains 2026?
There are two papers: Paper I (Descriptive General English – 100 marks) and Paper II (Objective + Descriptive on ESI+ARD for Generalist or Stream-specific for Specialist).
Is there negative marking in NABARD Grade A Exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer in both Prelims and Mains.
What is the detailed syllabus for NABARD Grade A Prelims?
It includes Reasoning, English, Quantitative Aptitude, Computer Knowledge, Decision Making, General Awareness, Economic & Social Issues, and Agriculture & Rural Development.
What is the difference between Generalist and Specialist NABARD Grade A Mains?
Paper I is the same (English). Paper II is ESI + ARD for Generalist while it is stream-specific (Finance, IT, etc.) for Specialist posts.
