The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released Advertisement No. 04 for the recruitment of 16 Specialists on Contract (2026-27) for CISO & DoS-CSITE at its Head Office, Mumbai. Positions include SOC Analyst, Information Security Analyst, Network Security Analyst, Ethical Hacker & Penetration Tester, Lead Auditor, Cyber & Network Security Specialist, IT Infrastructure & Banking Specialist, and Cyber Security Analyst. Eligible Indian citizens with relevant qualifications and experience can apply online through the official portal nabard.org from 09 October 2026 to 26 October 2026.
Important Dates
| Online Registration Start Date | 09 October 2026 |
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| Last Date for Online Application | 26 October 2026 |
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| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 26 October 2026 |
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| Interview Schedule | To be announced on website |
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Application Fee (Non-Refundable)
| For SC / ST / PWBD | Rs. 150/- (Application Fee: Nil + Intimation Charges: Rs. 150/-)* |
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| For All Others (General / OBC / EWS) | Rs. 850/- (Application Fee: Rs. 700/- + Intimation Charges: Rs. 150/-)* |
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| *Exclusive of applicable GST. |
| Payment Mode | Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards / Mobile Wallets |
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Age Limit & Posting Details (as on 01/10/2026)
| SOC Analyst & Info Security Analyst | 24 to 35 Years |
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| Network Security Analyst | 26 to 38 Years |
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| Ethical Hacker & Penetration Tester | 25 to 35 Years |
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| Lead Auditor | 32 to 45 Years |
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| Cyber & Network Security / IT Infra Specialist | 30 to 45 Years |
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| Cyber Security Analyst | 24 to 32 Years |
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| Place of Posting | NABARD, Head Office, Mumbai |
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Period of Contract & Increments
| Initial Period | 02 Years from the date of appointment. |
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| Extension | Extendable for a further period of 03 Years (reviewed one year at a time, maximum up to 05 years). |
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| Annual Increment | Up to a maximum of 10% based on satisfactory performance and Bank discretion. |
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NABARD Specialist Recruitment 2026: Post-Wise Vacancy & Remuneration
| Department Name | Post Name | Category-Wise Vacancies | Total Posts | Consolidated Remuneration (Per Annum) | Educational Qualification & Experience Required |
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| Chief Information Security Office (CISO) | SOC (Security Operations Centre) Analyst | UR: 03 | 03 | Rs. 12 - 18 Lakh / pa | B.E./B.Tech (CS, CE, IT, ECE, IS, EE, Cyber Security) / MCA / PG Degree in relevant field (min 60%) + CompTIA Security+ / CEH / equivalent cert. Min 3 years post-qualification experience in IT/Cyber Security. |
| Information Security Analyst | UR: 03 | 03 | Rs. 12 - 18 Lakh / pa | B.E./B.Tech / MCA / PG Degree in relevant field (min 60%) + CISA / CISM / CISSP / equivalent cert. Min 2-4 years post-qualification experience in InfoSec / IT Risk / Cyber Security. |
| Network Security Analyst | UR: 01 | 01 | Rs. 18 - 25 Lakh / pa | B.E./B.Tech / MCA / PG Degree in relevant field (min 60%) + CCNP Security or equivalent. 5 years IT experience with min 3 years post-qualification experience in network security. |
| Ethical Hacker & Penetration Tester | UR: 01 | 01 | Rs. 15 - 24 Lakh / pa | B.E./B.Tech / MCA / PG Degree in relevant field (min 60%) + CEH / OSCP / ECSA / equivalent. Min 2-4 years post-qualification experience in VAPT / Ethical Hacking. |
| Department of Supervision (DoS) - CSITE | Lead Auditor | OBC: 01 UR: 01 | 02 | Rs. 35 - 40 Lakh / pa | B.E./B.Tech (CSE, ECE, IT) OR Bachelor’s with Master’s in CS/IT/ECE + CISA (Mandatory) plus CISSP / ISO 27001 Lead Auditor / Lead Implementer. Min 8 years overall IT experience with at least 5 years in technology/IS audits in BFSI. |
| Cyber & Network Security Specialist | UR: 02 | 02 | Rs. 30 - 35 Lakh / pa | B.E./B.Tech (CSE, ECE, IT) OR Bachelor’s with Master’s in CS/IT/ECE + CISA (Mandatory) plus CCNA / CCNP / CEH / CISM. Min 6 years handling network devices, ISMS, SOC/VAPT with at least 3 years in technology/IS audit. |
| IT Infrastructure & Banking Specialist | UR: 02 | 02 | Rs. 30 - 35 Lakh / pa | B.E./B.Tech (CSE, ECE, IT) OR Bachelor’s with Master’s in CS/IT/ECE + CISA (Mandatory) plus CISM / ISO 27001 Lead Auditor / PCI DSS implementation cert. Min 6 years handling CBS and payment channels with at least 3 years in technology/IS audit. |
| Cyber Security Analyst | UR: 02 | 02 | Rs. 18 - 20 Lakh / pa | B.E./B.Tech (CSE, ECE, IT) OR Bachelor’s with Master’s in CS/IT/ECE + CEH / ISO 27001 Lead Auditor / Database cert / Cloud cert. Min 3 years experience in IT or cyber security. |
| Total Vacancies | 16 | OBC: 01 | UR: 15 | Total: 16 Posts |
Selection Process
- The selection will be conducted by way of Interview.
- Candidates will be shortlisted for interview in the ratio of 1:3 on the basis of qualification, experience, etc.
- Shortlisted candidates serving in Govt./Quasi Govt./PSUs/Nationalized Banks must produce a ‘No Objection Certificate’ (NOC) at the time of interview.
- The roll numbers of shortlisted candidates will be published on the Bank’s website: www.nabard.org.
- Selected candidates will have to undergo pre-recruitment medical examination and be declared medically fit by the Bank’s Medical Officer.
How to Apply for NABARD Specialist on Contract Recruitment 2026
- Candidates can apply online only through the NABARD website: www.nabard.org from 09.10.2026 to 26.10.2026. No other mode of application will be accepted.
- Under Career Notices, click on the option “APPLY HERE” below the recruitment advertisement (Advt. No. 04).
- Choose “Click here for New Registration” and enter Name, Contact details, and Email ID to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Fill in personal, academic, and professional experience details carefully.
- Upload required scanned documents: Photograph (4.5cm × 3.5cm, 20kb-50kb). Signature with black ink (10kb-20kb). Left thumb impression on white paper with black/blue ink (20kb-50kb). Handwritten declaration in English on white paper with black ink (50kb-100kb). Live photograph capture using webcam or mobile phone. Latest C.V./Resume and Proof of current Cost to Company (PDF format, max 500 KB).
- Verify all details by clicking on “Validate your details” and preview the application form before final submit.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee / intimation charges online through the integrated payment gateway.
- After successful payment, take a printout of the e-Receipt and the system-generated online application form for future reference.
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