NABARD Grade A cutoffs are stream-wise and category-wise. Phase I cutoffs are published to shortlist candidates for Phase II. Final merit cutoffs reflect Phase II + Interview combined. General (RDBS) stream has the most competitive cutoffs due to highest applicant concentration.
Phase I Cutoff – General (RDBS) Stream (Out of 200)
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 115.50 | 105.75 | 93.25 | 80.50 |
| 2023 | 113.25 | 103.50 | 91.00 | 78.75 |
| 2022 | 110.75 | 101.25 | 89.00 | 76.50 |
Section-Wise Phase I Minimum Qualifying Marks (Illustrative)
| Section | General Min. | SC/ST/OBC/PwD Min. |
|---|---|---|
| ESI (out of 40) | 16 | 14 |
| ARD (out of 40) | 16 | 14 |
| English (out of 40) | 16 | 14 |
| Other sections | 40% of section marks | 35% |
Expected NABARD Grade A 2026 Cutoff
| Stage | General (Expected) | OBC | SC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase I (/200) | 117–123 | 107–113 | 94–100 |
| Final Merit (/225 scaled) | 155–165 | 142–152 | 126–136 |