Overview
NABARD Consultancy Services (NABCONS), a leading consultancy arm of NABARD, has announced a recruitment drive for the position of Project Consultant. This opportunity is designed for qualified and experienced professionals to join on a contract basis, contributing to key projects. A total of 2 vacancies are available across two specialized domains. While the initial place of posting is New Delhi, selected consultants may be required to work anywhere across India based on project needs. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online within the specified application window.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date for Online Applications | October 26, 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Applications | November 02, 2026 |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive aims to fill 2 Project Consultant positions across the following roles:
- Project Consultant (IT): 1 Vacancy
- Project Consultant (Agri-Business Management): 1 Vacancy
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- For Project Consultant (IT): Candidates must possess a B.E./B.Tech. Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Electronics, along with an MBA/PGDM qualification.
- For Project Consultant (Agri-Business Management): Applicants should hold an MBA/PGDM specializing in Agri-Business Management.
Experience
Both Project Consultant roles require candidates to have 3 to 6 years of relevant post-qualification experience:
- Project Consultant (IT): Experience in portal development or similar IT projects is essential.
- Project Consultant (Agri-Business Management): Experience in the Agriculture Sector or related fields is required.
Age Limit
The official notification does not specify an age limit for these positions.
Other Conditions
Selected candidates will be engaged on a contract basis for an initial period of 6 months, which may be extended depending on project requirements and individual performance. Consultants may be posted anywhere in India and must be prepared for frequent travel. It is a strict condition that selected candidates shall not undertake any other part-time or full-time employment or assignments during their contract period with NABCONS. For the IT role, desirable knowledge and experience in Dot.NET is a plus.
Pay Scale
Successful candidates will be offered a consolidated professional fee. This remuneration will be determined based on their qualifications, prior experience, and overall suitability for the specific role.
Selection Process
The selection of Project Consultants will involve a rigorous multi-stage evaluation process:
- Preliminary Screening/Shortlisting: Candidates will be initially screened and shortlisted based on their academic qualifications, professional suitability, and relevant work experience.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, which may be conducted either in person or through virtual mode.
- Proficiency Assessment: An assessment may be conducted to evaluate candidates' proficiency in MS Office and data management skills.
Only candidates who are shortlisted after the initial screening will be called for the interview and subsequent assessments.
How to Apply
Eligible and interested candidates are required to submit their applications online through the official NABCONS website. The online application portal will be active from October 26, 2026, until November 2, 2026. Applicants should ensure they carefully read the detailed official notification for complete instructions, required documents (such as self-attested copies of educational qualifications and experience certificates), and any other specific guidelines. No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.