The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) will soon release the NABARD Grade A Mains Admit Card 2026 on its official website, www.nabard.org. Candidates who have cleared the Preliminary exam held on 20th December 2025 can download the Phase 2 call letter once it is made available.
The Mains exam is scheduled to take place on 25th January 2026. This article provides all the latest updates related to the admit card, including how to download it, what information it contains, and the detailed exam pattern.
Overview
The NABARD Grade A Mains Admit Card 2026 is a crucial document for candidates appearing in the Phase 2 examination. Without it, candidates will not be permitted to enter the exam center. It includes essential details such as the exam venue, reporting time, and instructions. The call letter can be accessed online using the candidate’s registration number and date of birth or password.
Here is an overview of the admit card details:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development |
| Exam Name | NABARD Grade A Mains Examination 2026 |
| Post | Grade A Officers |
| Exam Date | 25th January 2026 |
| Admit Card Status | To be Released |
| Mode of Availability | Online |
| Selection Stage | Mains Examination |
| Login Credentials | Registration Number and DOB/Password |
| Official Website | www.nabard.org |
Download
The admit card download link will be activated on the official NABARD website under the Careers section. Candidates must enter their login credentials to access the call letter. Once released, the direct link to download the admit card will be updated below for quick access.
Click to Download: NABARD Grade A Mains Admit Card 2026 Link (Inactive)
Steps
To download the NABARD Grade A Mains Admit Card 2026, candidates should follow these steps:
- Visit the official website at www.nabard.org
- Go to the “Careers” section on the homepage
- Find the link titled “NABARD Grade A Mains Admit Card 2026”
- Enter your registration number and password or date of birth
- Click on the login button
- Download and save the call letter
- Take a printout for use on the exam day
Details
Candidates must check the following details on their admit card:
- Full Name of the Candidate
- Roll Number and Registration Number
- Date and Time of the Examination
- Exam Venue and Address
- Post Name and Stream (if applicable)
- Exam-day Guidelines and Instructions
In case of any errors, candidates should contact NABARD through the helpline details provided on the official website or in the recruitment notification.
Pattern
The NABARD Grade A Mains Exam consists of two papers. Paper I tests General English through descriptive writing. Paper II is divided into two parts: an objective section and a descriptive section, both based on Economic and Social Issues (ESI), Agriculture and Rural Development (ARD), or stream-specific subjects.
| Paper | Subject | Type of Questions | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General English | Descriptive (Online) | 3 | 100 | 90 Minutes |
| Paper II Part A | ESI & ARD or Stream-specific | Objective MCQs | 30 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
| Paper II Part B | ESI & ARD or Stream-specific | Descriptive Questions | 6 (attempt 4) | 50 | 90 Minutes |
Issues
Candidates may face server issues while downloading the admit card due to heavy traffic on the website. To avoid such issues, it is advised to download the call letter during non-peak hours, such as early mornings or late nights. Switching browsers or using a different device may also help.
If candidates forget their registration details, they can use the “Forgot Registration Number” or “Forgot Password” options available on the login page. The details can be recovered through the registered email ID or mobile number.
FAQs
When is NABARD Grade A Mains 2026?
The Mains exam will be held on 25th January 2026.
Where to download NABARD Grade A Admit Card?
On NABARD’s official website www.nabard.org.
What login details are needed?
Registration number and password or date of birth.
Is admit card required for exam?
Yes, without it, entry to exam hall is not allowed.
What if I forget my password?
Use the ‘Forgot Password’ option to recover it.
