NHB Assistant Manager Eligibility Criteria 2025- Check Age Limit, Educational Qualification

    NHB Assistant Manager Eligibility Criteria 2025

    National Housing Bank, a government-owned entity headquartered in Delhi, operates with regional offices in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Kolkata. Its primary task is to regulate housing finance companies nationwide. NHB periodically advertises vacancies on its official website, including positions such as General Manager, Deputy GM, Assistant GM, Manager, Assistant Manager, and various contractual roles like Chief Financial Officer, Economist, MIS, Chief Economist, Senior Application Developer, Application Developer, Senior Project Finance Officer, and Project Finance Officer.

    The NHB Assistant Manager Notification will be released in the coming months. The NHB recruitment 2025 eligibility conditions are one of the prime factors to be noted in addition to the details of the selection procedure, NHB Assistant Manager exam dates, and other important aspects. If you are getting ready to apply for the NHB Assistant Manager Scale 1 notification 20245 you need to abide by the specific eligibility criteria, otherwise you won’t be eligible to apply for the NHB Assistant Manager Exam.

    One other important factor to consider before applying for the NHB Assistant Manager exam 2025 is the NHB Assistant Manager Previous years’ cutoff that will assess the exam difficulty and help aspirants prepare for the exam well.

    Let’s check the detailed NHB AM eligibility criteria 2025 for better understanding of the exam’s qualifications as given below.

    NHB Assistant Manager 2025 Nationality Criteria

    According to the NHB Assistant Manager notification’s eligibility criteria, a candidate must be either:

    • A citizen of India or
    • A subject of Nepal or a subject of Bhutan or a Tibetan refugee (who came over to India before 1st January 1962) with the intention of permanently settling in India or
    • A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India,

    Candidates in either of the above category should produce a certificate of eligibility, issued by Government of India in their favour, as part of NHB Assistant Manager eligibility criteria, for them to be eligible to apply for the NHB AM exam.

    NHB Assistant Manager 2024 Educational Qualification

    Every recruitment process requires the candidates to possess certain educational qualification/s to be eligible for an exam. In order to be eligible for the NHB AM recruitment exam, you need to possess a valid Graduate or Post Graduate degree in any field with a certain percentage as prescribed in the National Housing Bank Assistant Manager notification. The detailed criteria, will be issued with the new notification. Please refer to the table below:

    PostMinimum Educational/Professional QualificationMinimum Post-qualification Experience (as on July 01, 2024)
    Chief Economist (On Contract/ Deputation)
    • A Master’s Degree in Economics with specialization in monetary economics or Econometrics from a recognized Indian/ Foreign University.
    • Desirable: Doctorate degree in Economics / Banking / Finance from a recognized University will be preferable.
    • The candidate must have an overall experience of at least 15 years in a Commercial Bank / FI / reputed Rating Agencies / Government Bodies. Out of which minimum 10 years of experience in the areas related to Indian Economy and sectoral economy (preferably housing sector) in a Commercial Bank/ Fl/ Rating Agencies / Government Bodies.
    • Preference shall be given to candidates with work experience as Economist in Commercial Banks / Fis/ Rating Agencies/ Government Bodies.
    • Contribution to leading financial journals/ Newspapers will be added advantage
    General Manager (Project Finance) Graduate in any discipline with Chartered Accountant Minimum 15 years of experience in the Banks/ Fis/ regulated lending entities of which minimum 12 years in handling credit / project finance in Banks/ Fis/ regulated lending entities and the current post held by the candidate should be at Scale – VI or equivalent in PSBs / Grade D in AIFIs/equivalent in lending entities
    Assistant General Manager (Credit)
    • Graduate in any discipline along with ICWAI/ICAI/CFA/MBA (Finance) or equivalent/FRM from GARP/PRM from PRMIA 

    Minimum 10 years of experience as an officer in the Banks/ FIs/ Regulatory bodies/regulated lending entities of which minimum 8 years of experience in either in Corporate Credit or Project Finance.

    The current post held by the candidate should be at Scale – IV in PSBs / Grade C in AIFIs/equivalent in lending entities. 
    Deputy Manager (Credit) Graduate in any discipline along with ICWAI/ICAI/CFA/MBA (Finance) or equivalent/FRM from GARP/PRM from PRMIA

    Minimum 2 years of experience as an officer in the Banks/ FIs/ Regulatory bodies/regulated lending entities either in Corporate Credit or Project Finance.

    The current post held by the candidate should be at Scale – 1 in PSBs / Grade A in AIFIs or equivalent. 
    Senior Project Finance Officer (on contract) Graduate in any discipline CA/ICWA/MBA (Finance) or equivalent will be preferred. Officers with minimum working experience of 15 years in SCBs/Financial Institutions of which minimum 10 years of experience in handling Credit/ Project Finance. The last post held by the candidate in SCBs/FIs should be at SMG Scale V & above in PSBs or equivalent to Grade D & above in Financial Institutions or equivalent. The last drawn gross salary should not be less than that of SMG Scale-V of IBA scale.
    Project Finance Officer (on contract) Officers with minimum working experience of 10 years in SCBs/ Financial Institutions of which minimum 5 years of experience in handling Credit/ Project Finance. Officers with minimum working experience of 10 years in SCBs/Financial Institutions of which minimum 5 years of experience in handling Credit/ Project Finance. The last post held by the candidate in SCBs/FIs should be at MMG Scale III & above in PSBs or equivalent to Grade B & above in Financial Institutions or equivalent. The last drawn gross salary should not be less than that of MMG Scale-III of IBA scale.
    Protocol Officer Delhi (On Contract) Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university/institution

    The candidate should be a retired officer from RBI/PSB/FI in India and should have worked in Senior Management level.

    Minimum 25 years of experience in RBI/PSB/FIs in India out of which at least 05 years work experience should be in the area of Public Relation/Protocol Duty. 
    Application Developer (on contract) B.E. (CS/IT)/B.Tech. (CS/IT)/MCA/Mtech (CS/IT)/B.Sc. (CS/ IT)/M.Sc. (CS/IT) Greater than 24 months to less than <48 months (Relevant experience as per the Job

    Please Note:

    The candidates who possess post-qualification experience will be given preference

    • Basic written and oral communication skills, analytical ability & a basic understanding of the economy will be expected from a candidate
    • Final year candidates waiting for their final result are not eligible to apply.

    NHB Assistant Manager 2024 Age Criteria

    Besides this, you should check and follow the prescribed age limit as mentioned in the NHB Assistant Manager recruitment notification 2024. As per the recently released notification, the age deadline is July 01, 2024 Further details on the NHB age limit for Assistant Manager and other posts can be obtained from below.

    S. No.PostMinimum AgeMaximum Age
    1 Chief Economist (on Contract/Deputation) - 62 Years
    2 General Manager (Scale – VII) 40 Years 55 Years
    3 Assistant General Manager (Scale-V) 32 Years 50 Years
    4 Dy. Manager (Scale – II) 23 Years 32 Years
    5 Assistant Manager (Scale-I) 21 Years 30 Years
    6 Senior Project Finance Officer (on Contract) 40 Years 59 Years
    7 Project Finance Officer (on Contract) 35 Years 59 Years
    8 Protocol Officer (on Contract) 50 Years 62 years
    9 Application Developer (on Contract) 23 Years 32 Years

    NHB Assistant Manager Age Relaxation

    The reserved category candidates will be provided certain relaxation in the upper age limit. The age relaxation is permitted only on a cumulative basis. The reserved category candidates will only be able to avail the relaxation against the reserved vacancies only. If there are no reserved vacancies, the reserved category candidates will be treated as ‘Unreserved’ candidates. There will not be any kind of reservation for the Ex-servicemen in the Officers’ cadre in the NHB AM exam.

    Sr. No.CategoryAge Relaxation
    1 Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) 3 Years
    2 Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribe 5 Years
    3 Ex-servicemen (including ECOs/SSCOs) provided applicants have rendered at least 5 years military service and have been released on completion of assignment (including those whose assignment is due to be completed within 6 months) otherwise than by way of dismissal or discharge on account of misconduct or inefficiency or/on account of physical disability or have been released on account of physical disability attributable to military service or on invalidment. ECOs/SSCOs who have completed their initial period of assignment of five years of Military Service but whose assignment has been extended beyond five years and in whose case the Ministry of Defence issues certificate that in case of selection they would be released within three months from the date of receipt of offer of appointment 5 years
    4 Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) as defined under “The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016” PwBD (UR) 10 Years
    PwBD (OBC) 13 Years
    PwBD (SC/ ST) 15 Years

    Post -Qualification Experience

    Preference shall be given to candidates with prior work experience in relevant fields for posts like General Manager (Project Finance), Deputy GM (CFO), Assistant GM (Economist), Deputy Manager (Economist/ MIS), Chief Economist and some other post in contract basis. For Assistant Manager (General and Hindi) though no prior experience is mandatory, weightage shall be given to candidates with relevant experience. For detailed information refer to the table below.

    General Instructions

    • Before applying, candidates should ensure they meet all eligibility criteria for age, education, category, etc., as of the specified date for the post. The information provided in the application form must be accurate. If any candidate is found to have provided incorrect information or omitted important facts, their candidacy will be canceled.
    • The decision of the Bank regarding eligibility, document verification, and other recruitment processes will be final. Candidates should keep a printed copy of their application form for future reference.
    • Multiple applications are not allowed; only the latest valid application will be considered, and fees for multiple registrations will not be refunded.
    • Multiple appearances in interviews/exams will lead to rejection, and once registered, applications cannot be withdrawn, and fees will not be refunded or reserved for other exams.
    • Prepare thoroughly for the forthcoming NHB Assistant Manager exam 2024 by utilizing our comprehensive study materials. Access our National Housing Bank (NHB) Online Course tailored specifically for this exam, designed by our subject-matter experts to enhance your understanding and proficiency. Additionally, take advantage of our NHB Assistant Manager Mock Test to simulate exam conditions, assess your readiness, and refine your exam-taking skills. Equip yourself with the best resources needed to excel in the exam and achieve your goals. Wishing you All the Best!

    Nhb Assistant Manager Eligibility Criteria FAQs

    No. As of now there is no such limit on the number of attempts for the National Housing Bank exam. A candidate can apply for the exam until he reaches the maximum age limit. No modifications have been made to this rule in the NHB AM notification 2024.
    In such a scenario, NHB will consider your most recent application for the NHB AM exam 2024 as valid. Any other submitted applications are likely to be rejected to maintain clarity and streamline the application process, ensuring a fair and efficient evaluation of candidates for the examination.
    If you have appeared for the final exam and are waiting for the result, you are not eligible to appear for the NHB AM selection process. This is because you will neither meet the age requirement nor the educational qualification that this post demands.
    Yes. The educational qualifications for the NHB exam are post-specific. Aspirants must meet distinct criteria based on the chosen post. Whether it's General Manager, Deputy GM, Assistant GM, Manager, Assistant Manager (General/Hindi), or various contractual posts, candidates need to fulfill the specified academic requisites relevant to the respective category for a successful application.
    An essential eligibility criterion for candidates aspiring to apply for the NHB post is the age limit. The age criteria differs with the post applied for. As per the guidelines, candidates should not exceed 30 years of age for NHB AM post. Ensuring compliance with this age requirement is essential for those seeking a career in the National Housing Bank.
    NHB exam 2024 notification states that not more than one application should be submitted by any candidate. In case of multiple Applications only the latest valid (completed) application will be retained, and the application fee/ intimation charges paid for the other multiple registration(s) will stand forfeited.
    Yes, the NHB Assistant Manager recruitment provides age relaxation benefits for specific categories of persons applying for the exam. As per the NHB Assistant Manager eligibility criteria, former servicemen have a 05 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on closing date of receipt of online application.
    You need to make sure that you fulfill the age criteria and that you fall in the upper age limit of the requirements mentioned in the notification. In addition to this, the NHB Assistant Manager eligibility criteria states that you need to fulfill the educational qualifications along with the nationality criteria if you want to be rendered eligible for the exam.
    You need to be a citizen of India, Nepal or Bhutan or must have been of Indian origins who have migrated from countries like Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam.
    The minimum qualification required for the post of NHB Assistant Manager is a full time Graduate Degree or Post Graduate Degree from a recognized University with certain percentage of marks.
    No, there is no such mandatory requirement of experience for the post of Assistant Manager in NHB. However, if you possess any relevant experience you will have some advantage in the Interview round.
    Yes, there will be a relaxation in the upper age limit for Ex-servicemen in the NHB Assistant Manager notification. However, Ex-Servicemen in Officers’ cadre are not eligible for any kind of relaxation.
    The NHB exam 2024 is yet to be released. But the minimum permissible age required to apply for the post of NHB AM (Scale 1) is 21 years and the maximum age to be eligible to apply is 30 years, as of the last notification of 2023, Any changes or updates will be disclosed in the upcoming National Housing Bank exam recruitment notification of 2024.

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