NABCONS PMU Pulses Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 2 Posts

NABCONS PMU Pulses Recruitment 2026

NABARD Consultancy Services (NABCONS), a wholly owned subsidiary of NABARD, has issued Advt. Ref. No. NABCONS/CO-HR/14/PBCS/2026-27, dated 12 August 2026, inviting online applications from Indian citizens for 2 positions of Project Based Contract Staff, under the project “Selection of Consultancy firm for Establishment of a Programme Management Unit (PMU) For the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses,” posted at New Delhi. This article covers the complete vacancy details, eligibility criteria, remuneration and application process for NABCONS PMU Pulses Recruitment 2026.

NABCONS PMU Pulses Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Vacancy Details and Eligibility

Scope of Work

The Consultant shall perform Project Management activities pertaining to implementation of the Mission for Atmanirbharta in Pulses, including:

• Policy & Strategy Support: Reviewing the pan-India situation, identifying gaps, assisting in preparation of strategy documents and policy briefs, identifying convergence opportunities, and recommending best practices.
• Stakeholder Management & Coordination: Coordinating and reporting to high-level stakeholders such as PMO, NITI Aayog and line Ministries; assisting States/UTs in understanding scheme guidelines; supporting capacity building of State/UT level stakeholders.
• Program Implementation & Monitoring: Facilitating periodic monitoring against performance indicators, tracking ground-level issues, and preparing periodic review reports.
• Knowledge Management & Capacity Building: Documenting lessons learned, success stories and innovative practices; disseminating guidelines, FAQs and manuals; facilitating knowledge sharing between States/UTs.
• Other Tasks: Media documentation, event management, vendor identification through e-tendering, digital branding and social media engagement, dashboard/analytics development, digital training modules, and submission of monthly progress reports to NABCONS.

Professional Fees and Contract Terms

• Candidates will be paid consolidated professional fees based on experience, educational qualification and overall suitability for the post.
• Salary will be commensurate based on experience and last drawn salary.
• The Project Based Contract Staff will be hired initially for 11 months, extendable based on project requirement and performance, or co-terminus with the project period.
• NABCONS may terminate the contract at any time without prior notice; in normal course, termination will be with 3 months’ advance notice.

How to Apply

1. Interested candidates may apply online in the prescribed format within 5 days from 12 August 2026 to 16 August 2026, using the links provided in the official notification.
2. Applications must be submitted only through the NABCONS website (www.nabcons.com); no other mode of submission will be accepted.
3. The last date for submission of online applications is 16 August 2026, Midnight.
4. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview, and may also be assessed for proficiency in MS Office/data management.
5. The interview may be held in person or through virtual mode as required.

General Information

• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview; mere satisfaction of eligibility criteria does not entitle a candidate to be called.
• Self-attested copies of education qualifications and experience certificates must be compulsorily submitted at the time of the interview; original documents will be required for verification.
• Candidates can be posted anywhere in India depending on project requirement, and may need to travel across states as part of their functioning. NABCONS will not provide accommodation for selected candidates.
• No correspondence will be entertained from ineligible or non-selected candidates regarding eligibility, selection process, or results.
• The appointment shall be subject to being found medically fit; the continuance in NABCONS’s service shall be subject to remaining medically fit.
• Selected candidates shall not take up any part-time/full-time employment or business elsewhere during the contract period, failing which the engagement shall be automatically terminated.
• The contractually engaged staff shall have no legal claim to regular absorption during or after the contract period.

Tips for Candidates Applying to This Recruitment

• Given the very tight application window closing 16 August 2026 at midnight, eligible candidates should apply through the official NABCONS online links without delay rather than waiting until the final hours.
• Candidates should ensure their CV clearly documents their exact years of relevant agriculture-sector experience, since this is the primary eligibility filter distinguishing the Project Manager (10-15 years) and Project Consultant (6-10 years) roles.
• Given that shortlisted candidates may be assessed for MS Office/data management proficiency, candidates should be prepared to demonstrate practical skills in these tools during the interview stage.
• Since the role requires readiness to be posted anywhere in India and to travel frequently, candidates should factor in this mobility requirement before applying.

About This Recruitment

This recruitment supports the Programme Management Unit (PMU) for the Government of India’s “Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses,” a national initiative aimed at achieving self-sufficiency in pulses production, a critical component of India’s food security and nutrition strategy. Given the scope of work spans policy support, high-level stakeholder coordination with PMO and NITI Aayog, program monitoring, and knowledge management, both the Project Manager and Project Consultant roles offer candidates a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of agricultural policy, program implementation, and central government mission-mode initiatives. Since NABCONS is a wholly owned NABARD subsidiary specializing in agriculture and rural development consultancy, this engagement also offers candidates exposure to institutional-level agricultural development work, though the short and strict application window (just 5 days, closing 16 August 2026) means eligible MBA/PGDM or Agriculture graduates with the relevant years of sector experience should apply without delay.

Understanding the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses

The Mission for Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance) in Pulses is a central government initiative aimed at boosting domestic pulses production to reduce India’s dependence on pulses imports, a strategic goal given that pulses form a critical protein source in the Indian diet and India has historically been one of the world’s largest pulses importers despite also being the largest producer and consumer. Programme Management Units (PMUs) of this kind are typically established to provide dedicated, professional programme coordination and implementation support to central ministries and their affiliated schemes, bridging the gap between policy design at the central level and on-ground implementation across states and union territories. Given that the scope of work explicitly includes coordination with the PMO and NITI Aayog, the PMU established under this NABCONS-managed contract will likely play a direct role in tracking the Mission’s progress against national self-sufficiency targets and escalating implementation bottlenecks for timely central-level intervention.

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About NABARD Consultancy Services

NABARD Consultancy Services (NABCONS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), and operates as a leading consultancy organization specializing in agriculture and rural development across India. As an ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 9001:2015 certified company, NABCONS regularly executes project-based consultancy assignments for central and state government departments, providing specialized human resources, including Project Managers and Project Consultants, on a contractual basis for time-bound government missions and schemes. This recruitment for the Pulses Mission PMU is a representative example of how NABCONS deploys agriculture-sector professionals to support flagship central government initiatives, offering candidates with the right blend of management and agricultural domain expertise a meaningful opportunity to contribute directly to national food security policy implementation.

Important Links

• Notification PDF
• Official Website
• NaukriPatra App
• WhatsApp Channel
• Telegram Channel

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many posts are advertised under NABCONS PMU Pulses Recruitment 2026?

2 posts – 1 Project Manager and 1 Project Consultant, both posted at New Delhi.

2. What is the last date to apply online?

16 August 2026, midnight.

3. What is the eligibility for Project Manager?

MBA/PGDM/Equivalent, with 10-15 years of experience in the agriculture sector.

4. What is the eligibility for Project Consultant?

M.Sc./B.Sc. in Agriculture or Equivalent, with 6-10 years of experience in the agriculture sector or related field.

5. What is the mode of application?

Online only, through the NABCONS website (www.nabcons.com); no other mode is accepted.

6. What is the contract period for these posts?

11 months initially, extendable based on project requirement and performance, or co-terminus with the project period.

7. What is the remuneration structure?

Consolidated professional fees, based on the candidate’s experience, educational qualification and overall suitability, commensurate with last drawn salary.

8. Will TA/DA be reimbursed for the interview?

No, any cost incurred by candidates for attending the interview will not be reimbursed by NABCONS.

9. Can selected candidates be posted outside New Delhi?

Yes, candidates can be posted anywhere in India depending on project requirement, and may need to travel as part of their role.

10. Is this a permanent NABARD/NABCONS job?

No, the contractually engaged staff have no legal claim to regular absorption either during or after the contract period.

11. Which government bodies will the selected candidates coordinate with?

High-level stakeholders such as the PMO, NITI Aayog, and line Ministries, along with State/UT-level government stakeholders implementing the Pulses Mission.

12. Can candidates take up other employment while engaged with NABCONS?

No, selected candidates cannot take up any part-time or full-time employment, assignment, or business elsewhere during their contract period with NABCONS.