Andhra University Post Doctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 10 Posts

Andhra University has announced 10 temporary vacancies for the Post Doctoral Fellow post for a 2026 recruitment drive. Applicants must hold a PhD degree and must not be currently in regular employment. The remuneration is Rs. 80,000 per Month + 16% HRA. Eligible candidates must apply through an offline process by submitting a bio-data, certificate copies, and research abstract via email and post/courier to the REGISTRAR, ANDHRA UNIVERSITY, Visakhapatnam, AP on or before 24 October 2026. The selection process involves the shortlisting of applications based on merits and proposal, email communication to shortlisted candidates, and an interview and research proposal presentation before the selection committee.

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Andhra University PDF Vacancy Details (Discipline-wise)

There are a total of 10 Post Doctoral Fellow positions available across various colleges and departments.

Andhra University PDF Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

The PDF applicant should be an Indian Citizen.

Andhra University PDF Qualification

The PDF applicant must have obtained a PhD degree as per UGC norms from a recognized University with first class (in terms of grades, etc) in all preceding levels and a good academic record throughout. The applicant should have completed PhD within the past 5 years on the last date of submission of application to the institution and must be a Ph.D awardee from other Universities or institutes of national importance.

Andhra University PDF Age Limit

The upper age limit for the fellowship is 35 years on the date of submission of application; age will be calculated by taking the date of closure of the respective call.

Age Relaxation

Andhra University PDF Salary

There is no provision to recruit research personnel under the scheme. Contingency expenditure will be reimbursed subject to submission of bills and approval.

Andhra University PDF Application Fee

The notification does not mention any application fee.

Andhra University PDF Selection Process

The selection process includes shortlisting of eligible candidates by a committee based on merits and the proposal submitted, followed by an interview and research proposal presentation before the selection committee.

How to Apply for Andhra University PDF

1. Prepare your complete bio-data, copies of all certificates, and a brief abstract of the proposed research work.
2. Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria including the PhD requirement within the past 5 years.
3. Send a soft copy of your application and documents by e-mail to frondesk [email protected].
4. Send hard copies of your application and documents through post or courier.
5. Address the application to the REGISTRAR, ANDHRA UNIVERSITY, Visakhapatnam, AP, 530 003.
6. Submit the application on or before 24 October 2026, 05:00 PM.

Documents Required

• Complete bio-data
• Copies of all certificates
• Brief abstract of the proposed research work
• Research proposal defining clear objectives, outcomes, and deliverables

Andhra University PDF Important Instructions

• The Post Doctoral Fellowship is a full-time, non-transferable, temporary position only tenable in Andhra University.
• Fellows must not receive any other fellowship or salary from any Government or Non-Government source during the tenure.
• Applicants currently in regular employment will not be considered; temporary researchers must relinquish current roles on lien if selected.
• The initial tenure is one year, extendible for one more year (total 2 years) based on performance.
• IP rights out of research work done during this term will be in the name of Andhra University and the researcher/co-authors.
• Candidates wishing to discontinue must provide two months notice and complete handing over formalities.
• No travel allowance, DA, or other expenses shall be paid to candidates attending the interview.
• Preference will be given to applicants with active industry linkages and research proposals directed towards industry-specific problems.

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