• Educational Qualification: Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering with specialization in Farm Machinery & Power Engineering (FMPE); OR Master's degree (M.Tech) in Agricultural Engineering / FMPE with a 4/5-year Bachelor's degree (B.Tech Agril Engg) with First Division or equivalent OGPA, and minimum 3 years of documented research experience.
• Research Publications: Published research papers in NAAS-rated, Scopus-indexed, or UGC-CARE listed journals.
• Age Limit (as on 08.09.2026): Maximum 40 years for Men and 45 years for Women.
Contractual / RegularAug. 29, 2026
ANGRAU Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for Research Associate (Farm Machinery & Power Engineering) Post
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Aug. 29, 2026Research Associate (Agricultural Engineering - Farm Machinery & Power Engineering)
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Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Scale
₹61K - ₹67K / mo
Age Limit
Not exceeding 40 years for men and 45 years for women
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Aug 27, 2026
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Starts
Aug 27, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 8, 2026
4
Exam Date
Sep 8, 2026
Application Window27 Aug – 8 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date8 Sep 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Maximum age limit is 40 years for men and 45 years for women as on the date of walk-in interview (08.09.2026).
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Document Verification & Credentials Scrutiny (10:30 AM on 08.09.2026)
OfflineQualifying Only
Walk-in Personal Interview (Office of the ADR, RARS, Nandyal)
OfflineMerit Scored
Eligible candidates must report directly for the Walk-in Interview on 08th September 2026 by 10:30 AM onwards at the Office of the Associate Director of Research, Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Noonepalli, Nandyal – 518 502, Andhra Pradesh. Candidates must produce original certificates, updated bio-data, list of published research papers/awards, latest photograph, and one set of self-attested photocopies. Selection is based on academic record, research publications, and performance in the personal interview before the Selection Committee.
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Research Associates at ANGRAU Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Nandyal contribute to agricultural engineering research focused on farm mechanization, implement design, and testing customized machinery for rainfed and dryland farming systems in the Rayalaseema region of Andhra Pradesh. Daily responsibilities involve conducting field trials of prototypes, data collection on implement draught, operating dynamometers and data acquisition systems, drafting research reports, and publishing scientific papers in NAAS-rated journals.
Posting & Transfer Policy
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Purely temporary contractual appointment for a duration of 11 months, extendable subject to project requirement and satisfactory performance. Stationed at RARS, Noonepalli, Nandyal, Andhra Pradesh.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
Contractual research associate engagements do not provide automatic absorption or tenure-track promotions at ANGRAU. However, post-doctoral/RA experience and NAAS-rated publications significantly enhance candidate API scores for regular Assistant Professor and Scientist (SMS/ARS) recruitments across State Agricultural Universities and ICAR institutes.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
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- Direct Walk-in Interview: No advance online application submission is required; candidates must appear in person on 08.09.2026 at 10:30 AM at RARS Nandyal.
- Mandatory Publication Requirement: Candidates must have published research papers in peer-reviewed journals (NAAS rated / Scopus / Web of Science / UGC CARE).
- Master's Degree Experience Condition: Candidates holding M.Tech without a Ph.D. must have a 4/5-year Bachelor's degree with First Division and at least 3 years of agricultural engineering research experience.
- No TA/DA Provided: Candidates must attend the walk-in interview at their own expense.
- One-Month Resignation Notice: Appointed candidates wishing to leave contractual service must provide one month's prior notice.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Research Associate (Farm Machinery & Power Engineering) - Unreserved1
Total Vacancies1 Post
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Monthly consolidated remuneration:
• For Master's Degree Holders: ₹61,000/- per month + applicable HRA
• For Ph.D. Holders: ₹67,000/- per month + applicable HRA
Tenure is contractual for a duration of 11 months.
Monthly consolidated remuneration under ICAR/ANGRAU guidelines: ₹61,000/- + HRA per month for Master's degree holders; ₹67,000/- + HRA per month for Ph.D. holders. HRA applicable as per AP State Government rules.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
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Application Procedure
Eligible and interested candidates are invited to attend a walk-in-interview on September 8, 2026, at 10:30 A.M.
Interview Venue: O/o the Associate Director of Research, Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Nandyal, Nandyal (Dt.), Andhra Pradesh.
Candidates must bring the following documents to the interview:
- All original certificates and testimonials.
- Detailed Bio-data.
- List of publications and awards.
- One latest passport-size photograph.
- One set of photocopies of all certificates, including marks sheets of all examinations passed and experience certificates.
Only candidates fulfilling the essential qualifications are eligible to attend the walk-in-interview. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
Nil (No application fee required for attending walk-in interview).
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Published
Aug 27, 2026
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Starts
Aug 27, 2026
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Deadline
Sep 8, 2026
4
Exam Date
Sep 8, 2026
Application Window27 Aug – 8 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date8 Sep 2026
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Document Verification & Credentials Scrutiny (10:30 AM on 08.09.2026)
OfflineQualifying Only
Walk-in Personal Interview (Office of the ADR, RARS, Nandyal)
OfflineMerit Scored
Eligible candidates must report directly for the Walk-in Interview on 08th September 2026 by 10:30 AM onwards at the Office of the Associate Director of Research, Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Noonepalli, Nandyal – 518 502, Andhra Pradesh. Candidates must produce original certificates, updated bio-data, list of published research papers/awards, latest photograph, and one set of self-attested photocopies. Selection is based on academic record, research publications, and performance in the personal interview before the Selection Committee.
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The walk-in interview is scheduled on 08th September 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Office of the Associate Director of Research, Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Noonepalli, Nandyal – 518 502, Andhra Pradesh.
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