National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has opened Advertisement No. 03 to engage six Specialists on contract for 2026-27 at its Mumbai Head Office. The drive covers senior technology, climate, and treasury-risk roles across SPPID, DCAS, and Finance Department.
Professionals with the right qualification, domain experience, and age (reckoned 1 June 2026) can register online from 10 July to 23 July 2026 through the IBPS-linked portal. Consolidated annual pay runs from about ₹24 lakh to ₹45 lakh depending on the post.
6 contract posts · Apply: 10–23 Jul 2026 · Posting: Mumbai HO · Fee: ₹150 / ₹850 · Selection: Interview (1:3 shortlist)
These are contract specialists, not Grade A/B permanent recruitment. For permanent NABARD tracks, see separate notifications on nabard.org. More bank alerts: Banking Jobs · Latest Job Notifications.
NABARD Specialist 2026 — Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Advertisement | No. 03 — Specialists on Contract 2026-27 |
| Departments | SPPID · DCAS · Finance Department (FD) |
| Total Posts | 6 (one vacancy per post) |
| Job Type | Contract (not permanent) |
| Posting | NABARD Head Office, Mumbai |
| Apply mode | Online only (via IBPS portal) |
| Registration window | 10 July – 23 July 2026 |
| Eligibility cut-off | 1 June 2026 |
| Selection | Shortlist → Interview (≈1:3 ratio) |
| Grievance portal | cgrs.ibps.in |
Official Notification & Apply Links
| Document | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click here — IBPS NABARD portal |
| NABARD Career Notices | Click here — careers page |
| Download Notification PDF (official) | Click here — Advt 03 PDF on nabard.org |
| Download PDF (mirror) | Click here — Easy Applications mirror |
| Candidate Grievance (IBPS) | Click here — cgrs.ibps.in |
| NABARD Official Website | Click here to visit nabard.org |
Read Advertisement No. 03 in full before choosing your post — each role has distinct experience thresholds and skill requirements.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration & fee payment opens | 10 July 2026 |
| Last date to apply & pay fee | 23 July 2026 |
| Age / qualification / experience cut-off | 1 June 2026 |
| Interview shortlist | Published on nabard.org |
| Interview & final selection | To be notified |
NABARD may revise timelines. Check Career Notices for corrigenda.
Vacancy Table — 6 Posts
| Sr. | Post | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application Architect | Strategic Planning & Product Innovation (SPPID) | 1 |
| 2 | Technology Architect | SPPID | 1 |
| 3 | Data Architect | SPPID | 1 |
| 4 | Carbon Consultant | Climate Action & Sustainability (DCAS) | 1 |
| 5 | Climate Change Specialist — Mitigation | DCAS | 1 |
| 6 | Specialist — Derivatives & Treasury Risk Management | Finance Department (FD) | 1 |
| Total | 6 |
Reservation columns in the official notification show unreserved (UR) fill for all six posts. Verify category rules in the PDF before applying.
Post-Wise Eligibility Summary
IT architecture roles (SPPID) — Posts 1–3
| Post | Age (as on 1 Jun 2026) | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Architect | 30 – 45 years | B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT/ECE, 60%) or M.E./M.Tech/MS/MCA in relevant IT/AI/ML streams | 10+ years IT, incl. 3+ years in data design/architecture; enterprise data migration & governance |
| Application Solution Architect | 30 – 45 years | Same IT degree rule as above; TOGAF/UML certification desirable | 10+ years IT, incl. 3+ years in application/solution architecture; banking/fintech exposure preferred |
| Technology Solution Architect | 30 – 45 years | Same IT degree rule as above | 10+ years IT; solution architecture for large/medium organisations; cloud & infrastructure depth |
Climate & sustainability (DCAS) — Posts 4–5
| Post | Age | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon Consultant | 27 – 35 years | Graduation in climate-resilient agriculture, environmental science, renewable energy, natural resource management, engineering, development studies, or allied fields (55%) | ~4 years in climate change, sustainability, or carbon finance; due diligence & project monitoring |
| Climate Change Specialist (Mitigation) | 35 – 55 years | Master’s in renewable energy, energy engineering, climate science, sustainable development, or related field | 10+ years professional experience incl. 4+ years in climate/sustainability projects; GCF/AF exposure desirable |
Finance (FD) — Post 6
| Post | Age | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specialist — Derivatives & Treasury Risk | 35 – 55 years | Bachelor’s in finance, economics, commerce, mathematics, statistics, or related field; CA/CFA/FRM/MBA (Finance) desirable | 7–10 years in treasury, ALM, derivatives, or balance-sheet risk in bank/NBFC/regulator |
NABARD verifies eligibility at interview and joining. False information leads to cancellation of candidature.
Consolidated Remuneration (Annual, All-Inclusive)
| Post | Remuneration band |
|---|---|
| Application Architect | ₹24 – 42 lakh per annum |
| Technology Architect | ₹24 – 42 lakh per annum |
| Data Architect | ₹24 – 42 lakh per annum |
| Carbon Consultant | ₹25 – 30 lakh per annum |
| Climate Change Specialist — Mitigation | ₹30 lakh per annum |
| Specialist — Derivatives & Treasury Risk | ₹30 – 45 lakh per annum |
- Remuneration is cost-to-NABARD and subject to TDS under Income Tax rules.
- Up to 10% annual increment may be granted for satisfactory performance.
- No PF, pension, or gratuity — contract engagement only.
- HRA 10% of remuneration if bank quarters are not allotted; 30 days leave per calendar year on pro-rata basis.
Application Fee
| Category | Application fee | Intimation charges | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil | ₹150 | ₹150* |
| All other categories | ₹700 | ₹150 | ₹850* |
*Exclusive of applicable GST. Fee is non-refundable. Bank transaction charges for online payment are borne by the candidate.
Selection Process
- Online application screening against eligibility (qualification + experience).
- Shortlisting for interview in approximately 1:3 ratio.
- Interview by the constituted Selection Committee.
- Final appointment based on committee decision; shortlisted roll/registration numbers published on nabard.org.
There is no CBT/written exam in this advertisement. Meeting minimum criteria does not guarantee an interview call.
How to Apply Online — Step by Step
- Go to nabard.org → Career Notices → Recruitment of Specialists on contract 2026-27 — SPPID, DCAS & FD.
- Click Apply Here — redirects to ibpsreg.ibps.in/nabardjun26/.
- Choose New Registration — enter name, email, and mobile. Note the provisional registration number and password (also sent by SMS/email).
- Complete the form in sections using Save and Next if needed.
- Upload scanned documents per specifications:
- Photograph (4.5 cm × 3.5 cm)
- Signature (black ink)
- Left thumb impression (black/blue ink on white paper)
- Handwritten declaration in English (candidate’s own handwriting — text in notification)
- Pay fee online (10–23 July 2026 window).
- Final Submit and save/print the confirmation.
Keep email and mobile active until recruitment closes. For portal issues, lodge grievance at cgrs.ibps.in with subject “NABARD – Recruitment to the post of Specialists on contract”.
Contract Terms — Key Points
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Initial tenure | 2 years from date of appointment |
| Maximum extension | Up to 5 years total (yearly review after year 2) |
| Notice period | One month (either side, in normal course) |
| Permanent absorption | No claim for regular NABARD placement |
| Office support | Workspace, internet, lounge (as per bank rules) |
| Medical | Dispensary facility for self, where available |
Who Should Apply?
- Enterprise IT leaders targeting architect roles in a development-finance institution.
- Climate finance professionals with carbon project appraisal or mitigation programme experience.
- Treasury and derivatives specialists from banks, NBFCs, or regulated financial entities.
- Candidates comfortable with Mumbai HO posting and contractual engagement at senior compensation bands.
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Source: NABARD Advertisement No. 03 — Recruitment of Specialists on Contract 2026-27 (SPPID, DCAS & FD), official notification PDF on nabard.org, and apply portal ibpsreg.ibps.in/nabardjun26/. Eligibility reckoned 1 June 2026; apply by 23 July 2026.