Overview
NABARD Consultancy Services (NABCONS), the consulting arm of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), has issued an official recruitment notification for the position of Project Specialist under Advertisement No. NABCONS/CO-HR/08/PBCS/2026-27. A total of 2 vacancies are on offer under this project-based engagement. Professionals with an MBA background and substantial experience in programme or project management consultancy are encouraged to apply. The online application window is open from 27 May 2026 to 1 June 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of Online Application | 27 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 01 June 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Job Type |
|---|---|---|
| Project Specialist | 2 | Project-Based |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Applicants must hold an MBA or equivalent postgraduate management degree/diploma from a reputed and duly recognised university or institution. A PGDM of equivalent standing is also considered eligible.
Work Experience
A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification professional experience is mandatory, of which at least 2 years must be in executing Programme or Project Management Consultancy assignments. Candidates with relevant exposure in agricultural, rural development, or financial sector consultancy projects will have an added advantage.
Age Limit
Age limit details have not been explicitly stated in the notification. Candidates are advised to download and review the official notification PDF for specific age criteria and any applicable relaxations.
Application Fee
No application fee has been prescribed in this recruitment notification.
Salary & Remuneration
The selected candidate will receive a consolidated remuneration package determined on the basis of relevant experience, academic credentials, overall suitability for the role, and the salary last drawn. No fixed pay scale has been disclosed; compensation will be negotiated individually.
Selection Process
The selection for the Project Specialist position at NABCONS will be conducted through a two-stage process:
- Preliminary Screening / Shortlisting: Applications will be evaluated on the basis of educational qualifications and professional experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the next stage.
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, where their domain expertise, consultancy experience, and suitability for the role will be assessed.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must submit their applications online only on or before 1 June 2026. Follow the steps below to complete your application:
- Visit the official NABCONS website at www.nabcons.com.
- Navigate to the Careers or Recruitment section and locate the Project Specialist notification.
- Read the official notification PDF thoroughly before proceeding.
- Click on the Apply Online link and register or log in as required.
- Fill in all mandatory fields including personal, academic, and professional details with accuracy.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and relevant certificates in the prescribed format and size.
- Review the completed application form carefully before final submission.
- Submit the form and save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Note: Applications submitted after the deadline or through any mode other than online will not be accepted. Candidates are strongly advised to apply well in advance to avoid last-minute technical issues.