WII Recruitment 2026 (Advt. 1/RP-CELL/Sep) - Project Associate, Project Assistant and Research Positions | Online Apply 24 Sep-08 Oct
Recruitment and Placement Cell, Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun
Uttarakhand - Wildlife Institute of India, Chandrabani, Dehradun, Uttarakhand - 248002
Vacancies
11
Salary
Rs. 27,000 to Rs. 67,000 + HRA per month (as per post; NET/GATE and non-NET/GATE slabs differ)
Last Date
8 Oct 2026
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Wildlife Institute of India Important Dates 2026
Wildlife Institute of India Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs. 27,000 to Rs. 67,000 + HRA per month (as per post; NET/GATE and non-NET/GATE slabs differ)
Wildlife Institute of India Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Advt. No.: WII/ADVT. 1/RP-CELL/September, 2026 - online applications from Indian nationals for 11 different categories of positions across 4 research projects
- Projects: (1) Integrated Study of the Effects of Twin Tunnel Construction on Wildlife of Sanjay Gandhi National Park; (2) Bringing Back Cheetah in India; (3) Long-term Monitoring Protocol for Amphibians, Reptiles and Fishes, Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur; (4) Movement ecology and connectivity of the endemic Nicobar Megapode, Nicobar archipelago
- Positions & number: Project Associate-I (SGNP) - 1; Principal Project Associate (Cheetah) - 1; Senior Project Associate-Ecology (Cheetah) - 1; Project Associate-II-Ecology (Cheetah) - 1; Project Associate-I (Cheetah) - 2; Project Assistant (Cheetah) - 2; Project Associate-I (Keoladeo NP) - 2; Project Assistant (Nicobar Megapode) - 1
- Essential qualification: Four-year Bachelor's Degree (as per NEP) or Master's Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/Zoology/Ecology/Marine Sciences/Marine Biology/Environmental Sciences/Geoinformatics/Life Sciences) / Agricultural / Forestry Sciences; or Bachelor's in Veterinary Science; or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology (CS/IT/Remote Sensing/GIS/Data/Electrical/ECE/AI/Data Science), with post-qualification research experience as prescribed per post
- Age limit: 35 or 50 years as per post
- Application fee: Rs. 500/- for General category; SC/ST/OBC/EWS and Physically Challenged candidates pay Rs. 100/- as application processing fee
- Online application window: 24 September 2026 to 08 October 2026
Wildlife Institute of India Qualification / Education
- Project Associate-I / Project Associate-II / Principal Project Associate / Senior Project Associate: Four-year Bachelor's Degree (as per NEP) OR Master's Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science / Zoology / Ecology / Marine Sciences / Marine Biology / Environmental Sciences / Geoinformatics / Life Sciences) / Agricultural Sciences / Forestry Sciences from a recognised institute/university
- Veterinary route (where applicable): Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Science (B.V.Sc.) from a recognised institute/university
- Engineering route (where applicable): Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology - Computer Science / Information Technology / Remote Sensing / GIS / Data / Electrical Engineering / Electronics & Communication / AI Technology / Data Science from a recognised institute/university
- Project Assistant: Bachelor's Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science / Zoology / Ecology / Marine Sciences / Marine Biology / Environmental Sciences / Geoinformatics / Life Sciences) / Agricultural / Forestry Sciences, OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering
- Experience (post-qualification, as per post): Project Associate-I - nil; Project Associate-II - 2 years in R&D; Senior Project Associate - 4 years in R&D (or Doctoral degree); Principal Project Associate - 8 years in R&D in Industrial / Science & Technology institutions or scientific activities and services
- Desirable: Experience in wildlife/ecology research, statistical analysis and spatial ecological modelling in R, project design and coordination of multi-disciplinary field teams, and research publications in peer-reviewed journals
Wildlife Institute of India Job Details & Overview
Wildlife Institute of India (WII), an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India, invites online applications from Indian nationals to engage 11 different categories of positions for various research projects, under Advt. No. WII/ADVT. 1/RP-CELL/September, 2026.
Position details:
| Sl. | Position | Project | No. of Posts | Monthly Emoluments | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Project Associate-I (SGNP Twin Tunnel) | Sanjay Gandhi National Park - Integrated Study of Twin Tunnel Effects on Wildlife | One (01) | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) | Rs. 30,000 + HRA (non-NET/GATE) | 35 years |
| 02 | Principal Project Associate (Cheetah) | Bringing Back Cheetah in India | One (01) | Rs. 67,000 + HRA | 50 years |
| 03 | Senior Project Associate-Ecology (Cheetah) | Bringing Back Cheetah in India | One (01) | Rs. 57,000 + HRA | 50 years |
| 04 | Project Associate-II-Ecology (Cheetah) | Bringing Back Cheetah in India | One (01) | Rs. 42,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) | Rs. 33,000 + HRA (non-NET/GATE) | 50 years |
| 05 | Project Associate-I (Cheetah) | Bringing Back Cheetah in India | Two (02) | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) | Rs. 30,000 + HRA (non-NET/GATE) | 50 years |
| 06 | Project Assistant (Cheetah) | Bringing Back Cheetah in India | Two (02) | Rs. 27,000 + HRA | 50 years |
| 07 | Project Associate-I (Keoladeo NP) | Long-term Monitoring Protocol for Amphibians, Reptiles and Fishes, Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur | Two (02) | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) | Rs. 30,000 + HRA (non-NET/GATE) | 35 years |
| 08 | Project Assistant (Nicobar Megapode) | Movement ecology and population connectivity of the endemic Nicobar Megapode, Nicobar archipelago | One (01) | Rs. 27,000 + HRA | 50 years |
How to apply: Submit the online application form at the WII-RP Cell portal https://wiirp.com/application.php (or via the QR code in the notice). No printed application copy will be considered. Keep scanned copies of certificates, marksheets, work experience, category certificate, UGC/CSIR NET, publications, fee receipt, photo and signature ready. Details are available in the Recruitments section of the WII website (https://wii.gov.in/recruitments).
Selection: Shortlisting for online interview is based on essential qualification, age limit, marks in Bachelor's/Master's degree, specialization relevance, research experience and publications. Top ten shortlisted candidates per position will be called for interview. Postings are purely temporary for the project duration.
How to apply: Apply online only via https://wiirp.com/application.php (link also on the WII Recruitments page) between 24 September 2026 and 08 October 2026. Upload fee receipt, photo, signature and all supporting documents. A candidate may apply for a maximum of two advertised positions, with separate forms and fees for each.
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How to Apply for Wildlife Institute of India Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Recruitment and Placement Cell, Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun's WII Recruitment 2026 (Advt. 1/RP-CELL/Sep) - Project Associate, Project Assistant and Research Positions | Online Apply 24 Sep-08 Oct before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Recruitment and Placement Cell, Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the applicable application fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 8 Oct 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Wildlife Institute of India Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Wildlife Institute of India Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Recruitment and Placement Cell, Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Recruitment and Placement Cell, Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 8 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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Online applications for Wildlife Institute of India Recruitment 2026 start on 26 September 2026.
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Project Associate-I / Project Associate-II / Principal Project Associate / Senior Project Associate: Four-year Bachelor's Degree (as per NEP) OR Master's Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science / Zoology / Ecology / Marine Sciences / Marine Biology / Environmental Sciences / Geoinformatics / Life Sciences) / Agricultural Sciences / Forestry Sciences from a recognised institute/university Vet
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