Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University, an agricultural university in Andhra Pradesh, is hiring a Junior Research Fellow on a contractual basis at its Regional Agricultural Research Station in Tirupati. The single position falls under a SERB-funded project on genome-wide association mapping for yield and quality traits in sesame, taken up in the Department of Plant Breeding under the AICRP on Sesame. The role suits postgraduates in plant sciences looking for short-term research experience in a university project setting.
ANGRAU Recruitment 2026 - Junior Research Fellow Posts
Posted 29 Sept 2026Updated 29 Sept 2026243/Sesame SERB/Admn.II/2024
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
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Apply Mode
Walk-in
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview held on 01 Oct 2026
- Notification19 Sept
- Walk-in01 Oct
- Walk-in Held01 Oct
About ANGRAU Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University
- Advertisement No.
- 243/Sesame SERB/Admn.II/2024
- Post Name
- Junior Research Fellow
- Job Location
- Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- 4 Months or till completion of project
Vacancy Breakdown
Junior Research Fellow
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Junior Research Fellow
M. Sc (Ag) in Genetics & Plant Breeding / Biotechnology / M. Sc (Life Sciences) from ICAR Accredited University only. NET certificates is preferred for PG Students.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | M. Sc (Ag) in Genetics & Plant Breeding / Biotechnology / M. Sc (Life Sciences) from ICAR Accredited University only. NET certificates is preferred for PG Students. |
Selection Process
- 1Walk-in Interview
Candidates are assessed in a walk-in interview held at the Chamber of Associate Director of Research, Regional Agricultural Research Station, Tirupati on 01 October 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Salary Structure
Rs. 31,000 per month + HRA for scholars selected through CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE, or through national level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and Institutions; Rs. 25,000 per month + HRA for others.
Junior Research Fellow: - Rs. 31,000 per month + HRA for candidates selected through National Eligibility Tests (CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship/Assistant Professorship) or GATE, or through a selection process of national level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and Institutions. - Rs. 25,000 per month + HRA for others who do not fall under the above.
How to Apply
- 1Read the official notification before attending the interview.
- 2Report to the Chamber of Associate Director of Research, Regional Agricultural Research Station, Tirupati at 11:00 AM on 01 October 2026.
- 3Carry original certificates, publications, thesis and proof of date of birth.
- 4Submit one set of photostat copies of the certificates to the office.
- 5Complete the registration formalities at the venue.
Reporting Venue
Chamber of Associate Director of Research, Regional Agricultural Research Station, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, 517502
Reporting time: 11:00 AM
Eligible candidates should attend the walk-in interview on 01 October 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Chamber of Associate Director of Research, Regional Agricultural Research Station, Tirupati. They must bring original certificates, publications, thesis and proof of date of birth, and submit one set of photostat copies of the certificates to the office. No TA and DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Original certificates
•Publications
•Thesis
•Proof of date of birth
•One set of photostat copies of certificates
Important Details
- The engagement is for the SERB project 'Genome-Wide Association Mapping for Yield and Quality traits in Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.)' in the Department of Plant Breeding, AICRP on Sesame.
- No TA and DA will be provided for attending the interview.
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