The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has invited online applications for its Young Professional Programme (YPP) 2025–26, aimed at engaging young talent in policy research, programme evaluation and strategic initiatives related to agriculture and rural development.
The registration process began on December 26, 2025, and eligible candidates can apply only through NABARD’s official website, nabard.org, with the last date to submit applications and pay the fee being January 12, 2026. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
Vacancies and Disciplines
NABARD has announced 44 vacancies under the programme across a wide range of specialisations. These include Climate Action and Sustainability, Economics, Data Science, Cyber Security, Academic Administration, Graphic Designing, Public Relations and Documentation, Information Technology, Geoinformatics, Development Management, Project Monitoring, Finance, UI/UX Design, and Software Testing, among others.
Selected candidates will be posted at NABARD’s Head Office in Mumbai as well as at various regional offices across different states.
Eligibility Conditions
The programme is open to Indian citizens between 21 and 30 years of age as on November 1, 2025. Candidates must ensure that their educational qualifications and relevant work experience are valid and completed by the same date, with final results already declared. Applicants whose results are declared after November 1, 2025, will not be considered eligible.
Tenure and Remuneration
The initial engagement will be for one year, which may be extended up to a maximum of three years depending on performance and organisational requirements. Selected Young Professionals will receive a monthly consolidated stipend of ₹70,000, inclusive of all components.
Selection Process
Selection will be carried out in two stages. In the first stage, applications will be screened by a committee based on academic record, professional experience, overall profile and the statement of intent. Shortlisted candidates will then appear before the Young Professional Selection Committee (YPSC) for a presentation and personal interview. Final appointments will be subject to medical fitness clearance by NABARD-authorised medical officers.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates can apply by visiting www.nabard.org and accessing the Young Professional 2026 registration link. Applicants must carefully read the instructions, fill in personal and academic details, choose their preferred discipline and location, upload the required documents, and complete the online payment process. Candidates are advised to save a screenshot of the final application submission for future reference.
With competitive remuneration and exposure to national-level development initiatives, the NABARD Young Professional Programme offers a significant opportunity for young professionals seeking experience in the agriculture and rural development sector.
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