Kalahandi North Forest Division, a forest administration unit of Odisha, is hiring a GIS Specialist -cum- Drone Operator on a contract basis for a single post. The role supports the division's forest and wildlife work through GIS mapping, drone operation and camera trap handling, with posting at Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi. Selection is through a walk-in interview.
Kalahandi North Forest Division GIS Specialist Recruitment 2026
Posted 13 Oct 2026Updated 13 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
23 Oct
5 days left
Apply Mode
Both
Contract
Status
Walk-in Open
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview on 23 Oct 2026, 11:00 AM
Office chamber of the DFO Kalahandi North, Near Old Govt. Bus Stand, Bhawanipatna, Kalah…
- Notification13 Oct
- Walk-in23 Oct
About Kalahandi North Forest Division GIS Specialist -cum- Drone Operator Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Kalahandi North Forest Division
- Post Name
- GIS Specialist -cum- Drone Operator
- Job Location
- Kalahandi, Odisha
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Candidates stationed outside Odisha may opt for video conference mode on the same date by indicating their choice in their email application)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum 3 years work experience with GIS software, programming languages and operation of drones and camera traps
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 40,000 per month (consolidated)
- Tenure
- 5 months, subject to satisfactory performance
Vacancy Breakdown
GIS Specialist -cum- Drone Operator
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| GIS Specialist -cum- Drone Operator | 1 |
Eligibility Details
GIS Specialist -cum- Drone Operator
Master's degree in Remote sensing & GIS with minimum 3 years work experience. Candidates must have worked with GIS software, programming languages and operation of drones and camera traps. A letter of experience regarding the same must be attached.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| GIS Specialist -cum- Drone Operator | Master's degree in Remote sensing & GIS with minimum 3 years work experience. Candidates must have worked with GIS software, programming languages and operation of drones and camera traps. A letter of experience regarding the same must be attached. |
Age Limit
Age no bar
Selection Process
- 1Registration and Scrutiny of Applications
Held before the interview on the scheduled date at the office chamber of the DFO Kalahandi North.
- 2Interview
Candidates are interviewed for selection on 23.10.2026 at 11:00 AM; those stationed outside Odisha may attend through video conference.
Salary Structure
Rs. 40,000 per month (consolidated)
How to Apply
- 1Email the CV to [email protected] with a letter of experience and copies of master's or bachelor's degrees in a single PDF file named firstname_lastname_kldn
- 2Attend the walk-in interview at the office chamber of the DFO Kalahandi North, Near Old Govt. Bus Stand, Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi on 23 October 2026
- 3Report at 11:00 AM for registration and scrutiny of applications
- 4Carry the duly filled-in application form, self-attested copies of testimonials of educational qualifications, certification, work experience and proof of date of birth
- 5Carry copies of mark sheets of all examinations and the category certificate
- 6Bring a No Objection Certificate from the present employer if already employed
- 7Candidates stationed outside Odisha should indicate their choice of video conference mode in the email application
Reporting Venue
Office chamber of the DFO Kalahandi North, Near Old Govt. Bus Stand, Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi, Odisha - 766001
Reporting time: 11:00 AM
Registration and scrutiny of applications will be conducted before the interview. Candidates will then be interviewed for selection on 23.10.2026 at 11:00 AM at the office chamber of the DFO Kalahandi North. Candidates stationed outside Odisha may opt for video conference mode on the same date by indicating their choice in their email application.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Duly filled-in application
•Self-attested true copies of testimonials of educational qualifications
•Certification
•Work experience
•Proof of date of birth
•Category certificate
•Copies of mark sheets of all examinations
•No Objection Certificate from present employer (if employed)
•CV sent in advance by email with letter of experience and copies of master's or bachelor's degrees
Important Details
- The engagement is temporary and on contract for five months, subject to satisfactory performance.
- Candidates with prior experience of working with wildlife, knowledge of Bio Statistics, or knowledge of image processing will be preferred.
- Candidates stationed outside Odisha may opt for video conference mode on the same date by indicating their choice in their email application.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates from outside Odisha attend the interview online?
Yes. Candidates stationed outside Odisha may opt for video conference mode on the same date if they indicate their choice in their email application.
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