Yes, candidates with disabilities or special needs can apply for the NABARD Grade A Exam. NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development) recognizes the importance of equal opportunities for all and ensures that candidates with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations during the examination process.



NABARD provides certain provisions and accommodations for candidates with disabilities or special needs to ensure a fair and accessible examination process. These include:

1. Reservation of Vacancies: NABARD follows the government guidelines regarding reservation for persons with disabilities. A certain percentage of vacancies are reserved for candidates with disabilities as per the prevailing rules.

2. Eligibility Criteria: The eligibility criteria for candidates with disabilities are the same as for other candidates. However, there may be certain relaxations in the upper age limit and educational qualifications for specific disabilities as per government guidelines.

3. Application Process: The online application process for the NABARD Grade A Exam allows candidates to indicate their disability or special needs. Candidates are required to provide necessary details and supporting documents to avail the accommodations.

4. Extra Time: Candidates with disabilities may be provided with extra time during the examination as per the norms set by NABARD. The extra time is usually provided at the rate of 20 minutes per hour of the examination duration.

5. Assistive Devices: Candidates with visual impairments or other disabilities may be allowed to use assistive devices such as a magnifying glass, screen reader software, or a scribe as per their requirements. However, prior approval from the examination authorities is necessary.

6. Accessible Examination Centers: NABARD ensures that the examination centers are accessible for candidates with disabilities. The centers are equipped with facilities like ramps, elevators, accessible washrooms, etc., to cater to the needs of candidates with disabilities.

7. Guidelines for Scribes: If a candidate with a disability requires the assistance of a scribe, NABARD provides guidelines for the selection and conduct of scribes. The scribe should not possess educational qualifications higher than the prescribed eligibility criteria of the examination.

It is important for candidates with disabilities or special needs to carefully review the official notification and guidelines provided by NABARD for the specific examination cycle to understand the provisions and accommodations available to them.