Anand Agricultural University (AAU) — Directorate of Research
The Anand Agricultural University (AAU) has issued an official recruitment notification for JRF, SRF, Senior Project Associate, Project Associate-I, announcing a total of 7 vacancies located in Gujarat. To be eligible, applicants must hold Diploma, B.Sc. (Hons.), M.Sc., M.Tech., or Ph.D. in relevant disciplines and be within the prescribed age limit of 35 to 50 years (post-wise, with relaxation as per rules), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of 15,000 to 42,000 + HRA. The selection procedure comprises Walk-in Interview based on merit and performance. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 04 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Post Name |
💼 JRF
💼 SRF
💼 Senior Project Associate
💼 Project Associate-I
|
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 7 |
| Qualification | Diploma, B.Sc. (Hons.), M.Sc., M.Tech., or Ph.D. in relevant disciplines |
| Age Limit | 35 to 50 years (post-wise, with relaxation as per rules) |
| Salary | 15,000 to 42,000 + HRA |
| Application Fee | N/A |
| Selection Process | Walk-in Interview based on merit and performance |
Cut-off Date: 09 Oct 2026 — Candidates must be between 35 to 50 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 35 yrs | 50 yrs | — | 10 Oct 1976 to 09 Oct 1991 |
| EWS | 35 yrs | 50 yrs | — | 10 Oct 1976 to 09 Oct 1991 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 35 yrs | 53 yrs | +3 yrs | 10 Oct 1973 to 09 Oct 1991 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 35 yrs | 55 yrs | +5 yrs | 10 Oct 1971 to 09 Oct 1991 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 35 yrs | 55 yrs | +5 yrs | 10 Oct 1971 to 09 Oct 1991 |
| PwD (General) | 35 yrs | 60 yrs | +10 yrs | 10 Oct 1966 to 09 Oct 1991 |
Prescribed Age: 35–50 Years (As on 09 Oct 2026)
Anand Agricultural University (AAU), Anand has published a notification for the recruitment of various contractual research personnel, including Junior Research Fellows (JRF), Senior Research Fellows (SRF), and Project Associates. These positions are project-specific and temporary in nature, aimed at supporting ongoing agricultural research at the university.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 4 July 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 14 July 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 09:00 hrs |
| Venue | Yagyavalkya Hall, Directorate of Research, AAU, Anand |
Candidates are required to possess specific academic qualifications relevant to the project applied for. Preference will be given to those with prior research experience and proficiency in the Gujarati language.
| Post | Qualification Requirement | Fellowship (Per Month) |
|---|---|---|
| JRF | M.Tech/M.Sc. in Geoinformatics / Remote Sensing & GIS | 37,000 + HRA (1st/2nd yr) |
| SRF | M.Sc.(Agri.) in Agronomy / Soil Science | 37,000 + HRA (1st/2nd yr) |
| Senior Project Associate | Ph.D. in Biotechnology / Plant Breeding | 42,000 + 9% HRA |
| Project Associate-I | M.Sc. in Plant Molecular Biology / Genetics | 37,000 + HRA (with NET/GATE) |
The maximum age limit for most posts is 35 years for male candidates and 40 years for female candidates, with relaxation applicable per university norms. For the Project Associate-I position, the age limit is up to 50 years.
Candidates must appear in person at the scheduled venue with the required documentation. No prior online registration is required, but adherence to the following steps is mandatory:
Warning: These positions are purely contractual. Candidates should not expect permanent employment status through these projects. The university reserves the right to terminate services without prior notice based on project requirements or candidate performance.
No, there is no application fee mentioned in the official notification for these walk-in interviews.
No, candidates must bear their own travel and accommodation expenses; no TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Only candidates fulfilling the essential qualifications mentioned against each specific project are eligible to appear for the interview.
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