Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University
Contractual / Regular

ANGRAU Research Associate Walk-in 2026

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Oct. 5, 2026
Research Associate (RA)

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Postgraduate228
M.Tech89
Ph.D79
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Vacancies
01 Post
Pay Scale
Rs. 61,000/- to Rs. 67,000/- + HRA per month
Age Limit
Up to 40 Years for Men & 45 Years for Women
Job Location
Andhra Pradesh31Guntur9

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Oct 3, 2026

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Starts

Oct 3, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 15, 2026

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Exam Date

Oct 15, 2026

Application Window3 – 15 Oct 2026
Exam / Test Date15 Oct 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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Educational Qualification

• Doctoral Pathway: Ph.D. / Doctoral Degree in Remote Sensing & Geographical Information System (RS & GIS).
• Master's Pathway: Master's Degree (M.Tech / M.Sc.) in Remote Sensing & GIS with a 4-year Bachelor's Degree having 1st division (≥ 60% marks) and minimum 3 years of documented research experience (JRF/SRF/Training as per ICAR norms).
• Mandatory Publication: At least one published research paper in Science Citation Index (SCI) or NAAS-rated (≥ 4.0) journal.
• Priority Skills: Prior SRF/JRF experience, satellite image processing, and programming proficiency in Python, R, Google Earth Engine (GEE), and Java.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 40 years for male candidates and 45 years for female candidates as on the date of interview. Standard age relaxations apply for SC/ST and BC candidates as per Andhra Pradesh government rules.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Document & Certificate Verification

Physical Verification at RARS LamQualifying Only

Walk-in Interview

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Eligible candidates must report directly for the Walk-in-Interview on 15.10.2026 at 10:30 AM at the Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Lam, Guntur. Selection is based on evaluation of academic degrees, SCI/NAAS research publications, programming skills in Python/GEE, and interview performance before the university selection committee.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Work Culture & Environment

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The Research Associate (RA) joins the Geospatial Technology Centre at the Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Lam, Guntur, operating under Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU). The role centers on high-resolution satellite remote sensing applications in agriculture across coastal and Rayalaseema agro-ecological zones of Andhra Pradesh. Daily responsibilities include multi-temporal satellite data calibration (Sentinel, Landsat, Planet), spectral index extraction, machine learning classification for crop acreage estimation, soil moisture and drought assessment, Python and R coding, and Google Earth Engine (GEE) script development for spatial automation. The research station provides high-end GIS workstations, agro-meteorological observatories, and dedicated agricultural trial plots.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The position is purely temporary and contractual for an initial duration of 11 months from the date of joining. Stationed at Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Lam, Guntur - 522034, Andhra Pradesh.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

As a project-funded contractual research post with a consolidated fellowship of Rs. 61,000/- + HRA (for M.Tech) or Rs. 67,000/- + HRA (for Ph.D.), the post does not lead to direct absorption in permanent university faculties. However, research associates gain valuable ICAR/State agricultural research credentials, field analytics exposure, and high-impact publications, providing a competitive edge for Assistant Professor / Scientist recruitments in agricultural universities across India.
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  • Spot Walk-in Interview: The selection will be conducted through a direct Walk-in-Interview on 15.10.2026 at 10:30 AM at RARS Lam, Guntur. No prior online application or postal registration is accepted.
  • Mandatory SCI / NAAS Journal Publication: Applicants must have at least one published research paper in a Science Citation Index (SCI) or NAAS-rated (≥ 4.0) journal; candidates without an eligible publication will be disqualified.
  • Accredited University Degree Requirement: All qualifying degrees (B.Tech, M.Tech, Ph.D.) must be from accredited universities/institutions recognized by ICAR/UGC.
  • Physical Document Verification: Candidates must bring their bio-data on plain paper with two referee details, passport photograph, two sets of self-attested photocopies, and all original certificates on 15.10.2026. No TA/DA is admissible.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR1
Total Vacancies01 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

• For M.Tech (RS & GIS): Rs. 61,000/- + HRA per month.
• For Ph.D. (RS & GIS): Rs. 67,000/- + HRA per month.
• HRA provided as per Andhra Pradesh state government rates.

Monthly fellowship of Rs. 61,000/- + HRA for M.Tech (RS & GIS) holders, and Rs. 67,000/- + HRA for Ph.D. (RS & GIS) holders. HRA applicable as per Andhra Pradesh state government rates. Duration is 11 months from date of joining.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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Application Procedure

  1. Prepare a detailed Bio-data / CV on plain paper detailing educational degrees, research experience, publications, and contact details of two academic references.
  2. Affix a latest passport-size colour photograph and attach self-attested copies of 10th, 12th, Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D. mark sheets and degree certificates.
  3. Include copies of SCI/NAAS-rated journal publications, proof of date of birth, category certificate, and No Objection Certificate (NOC) if currently employed.
  4. Attend the Walk-in Interview directly on 15.10.2026 at 10:30 AM at the Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Lam, Guntur - 522034, Andhra Pradesh along with the application packet, two sets of Xerox copies, and all original certificates for verification. No TA/DA is admissible.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil (No application fee required for attending the walk-in interview).

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The monthly fellowship is Rs. 61,000/- + HRA for candidates with M.Tech in RS & GIS, and Rs. 67,000/- + HRA for candidates with Ph.D. in RS & GIS.

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