The minimum educational qualification required for this position is M.Sc Agricultural Economics with NET (refer to the official notification for the exact discipline, stream or trade required). Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying examination may apply provisionally, provided they can produce the marksheet at the document verification stage.
Nationality requirement: the candidate must be a citizen of India (or hold the eligibility documents specified by the recruiting body). Candidates domiciled in Telangana may be given preference in certain categories. Out-of-state candidates can still apply — see the notification for state-domicile requirements specific to this recruitment.
Application fee
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At a glance
OrganizationProfessor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTAU)
CategoryLatest Jobs
Post / examPJTAU Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – 1 Contract Post
Total posts1
QualificationM.Sc Agricultural Economics with NET+
LocationTelangana
Pay scale₹40,000 per month (consolidated)
Apply modeOnline
Walk-in Interview16 Jun 2026
Key highlights
Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTAU) has released the latest jobs update for PJTAU Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – 1 Contract Post.
1 total vacancies are on offer.
Walk-in Interview: 16 Jun 2026 — don't miss the deadline.
Apply or check online through the official portal — direct links are below.
Overview
Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTAU) is now accepting applications for the PJTAU Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – 1 Contract Post recruitment. A total of 1 vacancies have been opened in this recruitment cycle. Candidates who meet the M.Sc Agricultural Economics with NET eligibility can apply through the official portal before 16 Jun 2026.
Selected candidates will be placed in the ₹40,000 per month (consolidated) pay scale, along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other applicable allowances as per government rules.
Always confirm the final details in the official notification — it is the binding source for eligibility, dates, and fees.
Why apply for this post
Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTAU) is among India's premier academic and research institutions. Roles here come with access to a high-quality research environment, structured technical training, exposure to senior faculty mentorship, and credentials valued across the academic and industrial sector after the tenure ends.
The starting pay scale for this post is ₹40,000 per month (consolidated). Salaries increase through annual increments and time-bound promotions, and the package includes Dearness Allowance (revised twice a year), House Rent Allowance based on posting city, and other government benefits applicable to the cadre.
Vacancy details
1
total posts (approx). Category-wise reservation and post-wise breakup are listed in the official notification.
Salary / pay scale
₹40,000 per month (consolidated) — plus DA, HRA & allowances. Final in-hand pay depends on posting and deductions.
Vacancy breakdown (category-wise)
Research Associate1
Documents required
Original Master's degree certificate and marksheets
NET qualification certificate (original)
Experience certificate (if applicable)
Valid government-issued photo identity proof
Category certificate (if applicable)
Self-attested photocopies of all documents (one complete set)
Duly filled application form (if required by notification)
How to apply
The entire application is online — candidates register on the official portal, fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee online, and download the confirmation. Follow the numbered steps below carefully, because once submitted most fields cannot be edited.
The Walk-in Interview for this application is 16 Jun 2026. We strongly recommend completing the application at least 2-3 days before the deadline — the official portal usually sees heavy load on the last day, and payment-gateway timeouts in the final hours can cause submissions to fail.
The application fee varies by category and is listed in the Application Fee section below. Payment can be made online using debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, or any accepted digital wallet. Save the payment receipt — you will need it if the system requires manual verification.
1Download the official notification PDF from the PJTAU website at pjtsau.edu.in and read all eligibility and venue details carefully.
2Verify that you meet the qualification criteria: M.Sc Agricultural Economics with 60% or equivalent GPA and NET qualification.
3Prepare one complete set of self-attested photocopies of all original documents including degree certificates, NET certificate, and ID proof.
4Arrange recent passport-size photographs and fill the application form if the notification mandates one.
5Arrive at Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University, Hyderabad – 500030 well before the reporting time on 16 Jun 2026 to complete registration formalities.
Selection process
The selection process is conducted in 1 stages: Walk-in Interview. Candidates must clear each stage to be eligible for the next, and the final merit list is prepared on the combined performance across all stages. Detailed marking schemes, qualifying cut-offs, and any tie-breaker rules are listed in the official notification linked above.
Walk-in Interview
Preparation tips
1Revise core Agricultural Economics concepts including demand-supply analysis, farm management, and agricultural markets.
2Brush up on research methodology, statistical tools, and data interpretation skills relevant to economic research in agriculture.
3Stay updated on recent government schemes and policies in the agriculture sector, particularly those relevant to Telangana.
4Organise all documents in a neat folder the night before the interview so you don't miss anything on the day.
5Reach the venue at least 30 minutes early to complete registration and compose yourself before the interview panel.
There is no separate application deadline. The Walk-in Interview itself is the application mode, scheduled for 16 Jun 2026 at PJTAU, Hyderabad.
You need a Master's degree in Agricultural Economics with at least 60% marks or an equivalent GPA, along with a valid NET qualification. Two years of research experience is preferable.
The selected candidate will receive a consolidated monthly stipend of ₹40,000. This is a contractual engagement with no permanent service benefits.
No application fee has been prescribed for this recruitment. Candidates from all categories can attend the Walk-in Interview free of charge.
Selection will be made entirely through a Walk-in Interview. There is no written test or online examination for this contractual post.
The Walk-in Interview will be conducted at Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTAU), Hyderabad, Telangana – 500030.
Carry all original certificates (degree, NET, experience, ID proof, category certificate if applicable), one set of self-attested photocopies, and several recent passport-size photographs.
The official notification PDF is available on the PJTAU official website at pjtsau.edu.in. Download and read it in full before attending the interview.
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