Andhra University PDF Recruitment 2026 — 10 Posts, Apply by 24 Oct

Andhra University Post-Doctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026 is out: Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, has invited applications on 08 October 2026 for 10 Centenary Post-Doctoral Fellowships across eight disciplines. The fellowships are in Quantum Technology (2), Law (2), Semiconductor (1), Meteorology (1), Psychology (1), History & Archaeology (1), Geo-Engineering (1) and Geology (1), hosted by AU College of Engineering, AU College of Science & Technology, AU College of Arts and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar College of Law. This Andhra Pradesh research fellowship 2026 is open to recent Ph.D. holders up to 35 years of age. The fellowships are named after the University's centenary, as Andhra University was established in 1926 and is one of the oldest universities in South India. Selected Post-Doctoral Fellows will carry out independent research on their proposed topics in the host departments, with a focus on emerging areas such as quantum technology and semiconductors alongside earth sciences, law and humanities. Candidates are shortlisted on merit and the strength of their research proposal, then invited for an interview and proposal presentation before the selection committee. The fellowship is ₹80,000 per month plus 16% HRA, with a contingency grant of ₹10,000 per year, for one year extendable to two years. The Andhra University PDF 2026 application is offline. Send hard copies of the bio-data, certificates, research abstract and proposal by post or courier to The Registrar, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam – 530003, and email a soft copy to the University front desk address given in the notice. The last date to apply for Andhra University Post-Doctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026 is 24 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. No fee is mentioned. Read the official Andhra University notification PDF before applying.

• Ph.D. awarded as per UGC regulations from a recognised university in the concerned discipline.
• First class at all preceding levels (UG and PG) with a good academic record.
• Ph.D. must have been completed within the last 5 years as on the last date of application.
• Applicants should be Ph.D. awardees from other universities or Institutes of National Importance.
• Candidates in regular employment are not eligible.
• Must be an Indian citizen.
• A research proposal with clear objectives, outcomes and deliverables, plus a brief abstract, must be submitted with the application.

• Maximum 35 years as on the date of application submission
• SC / ST / BC / Physically Challenged / Women: 5 years relaxation as per State and Central norms

• Ph.D. as per UGC norms in the concerned discipline, completed within the last 5 years
• First class in UG and PG with a good academic record
• Ph.D. from a university or institute other than Andhra University
• Not in regular employment at the time of application
• Age: up to 35 years, with 5 years relaxation for SC/ST/BC/PC/Women
• Research proposal with objectives, outcomes and deliverables required
• Selection by shortlisting, interview and research proposal presentation
• No TA/DA for attending the interview
• Post nature: time-bound fellowship of one year, extendable to two years, not an employment post
• Research proposals aligned to the host department's focus — for example quantum computing hardware, semiconductor instrumentation, coastal meteorology or mineral exploration — are likely to be scored higher at shortlisting

• No application fee is mentioned in the notice

• Fellowship of ₹80,000 per month plus 16% HRA as applicable
• Contingency grant of ₹10,000 per annum, reimbursed against bills
• Tenure: one year, extendable by one more year based on performance

1. Visit https://www.andhrauniversity.edu.in — the official website of Andhra University, Visakhapatnam
2. Download the Centenary Post-Doctoral Fellowship notification dated 08 October 2026
3. Check the discipline-wise fellowships and host departments
4. Prepare a complete bio-data with academic and research details
5. Write a brief abstract and a full research proposal with objectives, outcomes and deliverables
6. Attach self-attested copies of all certificates, including Ph.D. degree and marksheets
7. Email a soft copy of the complete application to the front desk email given in the notice
8. Send the hard copy by post or courier to The Registrar, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam – 530003
9. Ensure both reach by 24 October 2026, 5:00 PM
10. Watch the University website for the shortlist and interview schedule