NABARD Grade A Exam Pattern 2025-26

Pattern des NABARD-Prüfung der Klasse A 2025: The NABARD Grade A 2025 examination includes Reasoning, English, Computer Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, Decision Making, General Awareness, etc.

NABARD Grade A Exam Pattern 2025: The examination for the Grade A position will consist of Prelims and Mains, each with a maximum score of 200 marks (100 marks per paper). The exam comprises sections on Reasoning, English, Computer Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, Decision Making, General Awareness, Economic & Social Issues (Rural India), and Agriculture & Rural Development (Rural India). Every section assesses a wide range of skills required for the position and contributes to the total score. Details of the exam pattern are discussed further below.

Grasping the structure of the exam is crucial for effective preparation. Candidates can develop a clear study strategy when they know how the questions are structured, the marks allocated to each section, and the exam’s overall format. The detailed NABARD Grade A Exam Pattern 2025 for the specified posts is provided below. With this review, candidates can align their preparation effectively, making sure they are well-prepared for the NABARD Grade A exam in 2025.

Exam Pattern

Exam Name	National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
Mode	Online
Selection Process	Prelims Mains Interview
Total Questions	200 Questions
Duration	Prelims – 120 Minutes Mains – 90 Minutes Each Paper
Negative Marking	0.25 Negative Mark

NABARD Grade A Prelims Exam Pattern 2025-26

Section	Questions	Marks
Reasoning	20	20
English	30	30
Computer Knowledge	20	20
Quantitative Aptitude	20	20
Decision Making	10	10
General Awareness	20	20
Economic & Social Issues (Rural India)	40	40
Agriculture & Rural Development (Rural India)	40	40
Total	200	200

NABARD Grade A Mains Exam Pattern 2025-26

Paper	Type	Marks	Duration
Paper I: General English	Online Descriptive	100	90 min
Paper II: Eco & Social Issues + Agriculture & Rural Development	Objective 30 Qs + Descriptive (choose 4 of 6 questions)	50 + 50	30 min (objective) + 90 min (descri

Generalist

Paper	Type	Marks	Duration
Paper I: General English	Online Descriptive	100	90 min
Paper II: Stream Specific Subject	Objective 30 Qs + Descriptive (choose 4 of 6 questions)	50 + 50	30 min (objective) + 90 min (descriptive)

Topic-wise

Syllabus – Prelims

1. General Hindi

Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs, and Adjectives
Synonyms and Antonyms
Sentence Correction and Structure
Idioms and Proverbs
Terminology related to Government Documents
Technical and Office-related Language

2. General English

Tenses and Voice
Narration and Sentence Transformation
Error Detection and Correction
Articles, Prepositions, and Punctuation
Simple Translation (English ↔ Hindi)
Glossary of Official and Technical Terms

3. Geography (Rajasthan)

Physical Structure and Divisions
Soil and Climate Characteristics
Water Resources and Irrigation Systems
Population and Demographic Studies
Transport and Communication Networks
Disaster Management and Climate Change

4. History, Art & Culture (Rajasthan)

Main Historical Events and Freedom Movement
Integration of Rajasthan
Rajasthani Literature and Folk Culture
Costumes, Music, Dance, and Theatre
Tourist Places and Historical Monuments
Prominent Personalities of Rajasthan

5. Political & Administrative System

Fundamentals of the Indian Constitution
Structure and Functions of the State Government
Administrative and Judicial Systems
Role of the Chief Secretary and District Administration
Right to Information (RTI) Act
Rajasthan-specific Political and Administrative Framework

6. General Science

Basic Concepts of Physics and Chemistry
Human Body and Organ Systems
Genetics and Scientific Terminology
Major Diseases and Preventive Health Measures
Waste Management and Environmental Science

7. Current Events

National and State-Level News and Developments
Sports, Politics, and Economy
Society, Technology, and Environment
Government Schemes and Policies
Prominent National and State Personalities

8. Basic Computer

Fundamentals of Hardware and Software
Operating Systems and File Management
Office Applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Internet, Web Browsing, and Email Usage

9. Mathematics

HCF and LCM
Averages and Percentages
Profit and Loss
Ratio and Proportion
Simple and Compound Interest
Partnership Calculations
Speed, Distance, and Time
Data Representation and Interpretation

Syllabus – Mains

Paper I: General English (Descriptive)

Essay Writing
Précis Writing
Comprehension
Business/Office Correspondence

Paper II: Generalist – Economic & Social Issues + Agriculture & Rural Development

Part 1: Objective

30 questions (50 marks)
Subjects: Economic & Social Issues, Agriculture & Rural Development
Duration: 30 minutes

Part 2: Descriptive

6 questions will be asked; candidates must attempt any 4
2 questions of 15 marks each (higher difficulty)
2 questions of 10 marks each
Subjects: Economic & Social Issues, Agriculture & Rural Development
Duration: 90 minutes

Topics Covered (Both Objective & Descriptive)

Economic & Social Issues

Nature of Indian Economy
Inflation
Poverty Alleviation & Employment Generation
Population Trends
Agriculture and Industry
Rural Banking & Financial Institutions
Globalization of Economy
Social Structure in India
Education
Social Justice
Positive Discrimination for the Underprivileged

Agriculture & Rural Development

Agriculture
Soil & Water Conservation
Water Resource Management
Farm & Agricultural Engineering
Plantation & Horticulture
Animal Husbandry
Fisheries
Forestry
Agriculture Extensions
Ecology & Climate Change
Indian Agriculture: Present Scenario & Allied Activities
Rural Development