ANGRAU Research Associate Recruitment 2026

Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU) is hiring 1 Research Associate for its Processing and Food Engineering project at the Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Anakapalle, Andhra Pradesh. If you have a Ph.D or M.Tech/M.E in Food/Agricultural Process Engineering, you can attend the walk-in interview on 5 August 2026 at 11:00 AM. The salary is Rs. 61,000 plus HRA per month for M.Tech degree holders. This is a purely temporary, project-based position — no online application is required.

Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU) Research Associate Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

ANGRAU has released a walk-in interview notice for 1 Research Associate (Processing and Food Engineering) post to work under the All India Coordinated Research Project on Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology at its Regional Agricultural Research Station, Anakapalle. There is no online application form — eligible candidates can walk in directly with their original certificates. This role suits Ph.D or M.Tech holders in food and agricultural engineering disciplines who want to work on a government-funded ICAR research project.

Who Can Apply?

Option 1 — Ph.D Holders:

• Ph.D in Processing and Food Engineering / Food Process Engineering / Agricultural Process Engineering / Food Engineering / Post-Harvest Engineering, along with an M.Tech/M.E in the same disciplines and a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering/Food Technology from an ICAR-accredited university or college.

Option 2 — M.Tech/M.E Holders:

• M.Tech/M.E in the same disciplines above, plus a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering/Food Technology from an ICAR-accredited institution, with first division or equivalent overall grade, at least 1 year of research experience (fellowship/associateship/training), and at least 1 research paper published in a Science Citation Index or NAAS-rated journal.

• Desirable: NET qualification with relevant experience in food processing.

Age Limit

• Age Relaxation: The notification mentions an upper age relaxation of up to 45 years for women candidates. Check the official notification for the complete age criteria.

Salary

• Selected M.Tech degree holders will get Rs. 61,000 plus HRA per month.

Selection Process (Walk-in Interview)

There is no separate written exam for this post:

1. Walk-in Interview: Eligible candidates are interviewed directly by the selection committee at RARS, Anakapalle.
2. Document Verification: You must bring your original certificates and testimonials for verification at the time of the interview.

The decision of the selection committee is final and binding. No TA/DA will be paid to attend the interview, and this post is purely temporary.

How to Apply

1. Reach the venue — Office of the Associate Director of Research, RARS, Anakapalle, Andhra Pradesh — by 11:00 AM on 5 August 2026.
2. Carry your original degree certificates, mark sheets and research publication proof.
3. Bring a No Objection Certificate if you are currently employed elsewhere.
4. Be ready for a direct interview with the selection committee — there is no separate application form.

Important Dates

• Walk-in Interview Date: 5 August 2026
• Reporting Time: 11:00 AM

• Carry out research trials under the All India Coordinated Research Project on Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology
• Conduct experiments related to food processing and post-harvest engineering
• Analyze data and prepare technical and research reports
• Maintain laboratory equipment and testing records
• Assist in preparing research papers for publication in NAAS-rated journals
• Support field trials and data collection at the research station
• Coordinate with the Project Investigator and other scientists on ongoing studies
• Follow ICAR research protocols and safety guidelines