Population Research Centre, Andhra University

Assistant Professor, Research Investigator, Field Investigator, Research Fellow - II, LDC/Typist

Visakhapatnam
Last Updated Nov. 15, 2025

Total Vacancies

6

Salary / Pay Scale

Varies by post (from Rs. 25,000/- consolidated to Level 10)

Age Limit

18-42 years (No upper age limit for Assistant Professor)

Location

Visakhapatnam

About Population Research Centre, Andhra University

The Population Research Centre (PRC) at Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, is established by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, New Delhi. The university is NAAC-Accredited 'A' Grade with a CGPA of 3.74 out of four points scale and is an ISO 9001:2015 Certified institution.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

The educational qualifications vary for each post:

  • Assistant Professor: Qualifications as per latest UGC guidelines. Subject: Master's Degree in Demography / Population Studies / Statistics / Biostatistics / Economics / Mathematics / Sociology / Social Work / Psychology / Anthropology / Geography from a recognized Institution/University. Persons with P.G. Degree other than Demography / Population Studies should have completed a minimum one-year regular course in Demography / Population Studies at a recognized Institute/University.
  • Research Investigator: At least 2nd class Post Graduate degree in Demography / Population Studies / Statistics / Economics / Mathematics / Sociology / Social Work / Psychology / Anthropology / Geography from a recognized Institution/University. Knowledge in Computer Applications.
  • Field Investigator: At least 2nd class Post Graduate degree in Demography / Population Studies / Statistics / Economics / Mathematics / Sociology / Social Work / Psychology / Anthropology / Geography from a recognized Institution/University.
  • Research Fellow - II: At least 2nd class Post Graduate Degree in Demography / Population Studies / Statistics / Economics / Mathematics / Sociology from a recognized Institution / University.
  • LDC/Typist: Must hold a Bachelor's Degree of any University in India established or incorporated by or under a Central Act by the University of Grants Commissions.

Age Limit Details

The age limits are as follows:

  • Assistant Professor: As per the latest UGC guidelines, there is no upper age limit.
  • Research Investigator, Field Investigator, Research Fellow - II, LDC/Typist: Minimum age: 18 years, Maximum age: 42 years.

Age Relaxation:

  • Candidates belonging to SC/ST/BC/EWS will get a relaxation of 5 years.
  • Candidates belonging to PWD and Ex-Serviceman will get a relaxation of 10 years.

Salary & Pay Scale

The pay scale varies for each post as follows:

  • Assistant Professor: Level-10 of 7th CPC (Rs. 57,700 - 1,82,400)
  • Research Investigator: Rs. 44,570 - 1,27,480
  • Field Investigator: Rs. 32,670 - 1,01,970
  • Research Fellow - II: Rs. 25,000/- per month (Consolidated)
  • LDC/Typist: Rs. 37,747/- per month (Fixed)

How to Apply

Candidates must apply in the prescribed format. The application process is as follows:

  1. Download the prescribed application form from the University website (https://www.andhrauniversity.edu.in) or https://www.mohfw.gov.in.
  2. Pay the required application fee through ONLINE PAYMENT to the specified bank account.
  3. Fill out the application form and attach self-attested copies of all testimonials, certificates (Mark-sheets, Birth Certificate, Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates etc.), and supporting documents. Two (2) copies of application forms with all testimonials are needed along with the fee payment challan.
  4. The envelope containing the application form must indicate the name of the post and the advertisement number: AV(2)/PRC/61167/2025.
  5. Send the completed application form along with enclosures to reach the following address on or before 25.11.2025 at 5:00 PM:

The Registrar, Central Administrative Office, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam-530003

Applications in any other form will not be accepted. Incomplete applications or applications without relevant enclosures will be rejected.

Application Fee

The application fee varies by post and category:

For Assistant Professor, Research Investigator, Field Investigator:

  • OC: Rs. 1,000/-
  • OBC, Minorities: Rs. 500/-
  • SC/ST/PWD: Rs. 250/-

For LDC/Typist, Research Fellow - II:

  • OC/OBC: Rs. 500/-
  • SC/ST/PWD: Rs. 250/-

The fee is to be paid through ONLINE PAYMENT to the Registrar, Andhra University, Account No. 10428603374, IFSC Code No. SBIN0000772, State Bank of India, AU Campus.