The Wildlife Institute of India, an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change based in Dehradun, has announced recruitment for 19 project-based positions, including Project Associate II, Project Associate I, Project Assistant, Administrative Assistant and Senior Project Associate. The posts are temporary engagements for various wildlife research projects covering areas such as freshwater biodiversity, sea turtle conservation, small cat landscapes and community-based monitoring across multiple project sites.
WII Project Associate II, Project Associate I and More Recruitment 2026
Posted 17 Oct 2026Updated 17 Oct 2026WII/ADVT. 1/RP-CELL/ October, 2026
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About WII Project Associate II, Project Associate I and More Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Wildlife Institute of India
- Advertisement No.
- WII/ADVT. 1/RP-CELL/ October, 2026
- Post Name
- Project Associate II (SBHEP), Project Associate I and 12 more
- Job Location
- Dehradun, Uttarakhand
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (WII invites online applications from Indian nationals)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- 35–50 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET with JRFship or WII-NET passed for the higher emolument slab of Project Associate I and Project Associate II posts
- Tenure
- One year for most positions; one year likely to be extended for the Nicobar Megapode and Sea Turtle projects
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Associate II (SBHEP)
1
Project Associate I
5
Project Associate I (Social)
1
Project Associate I (Spatial analyst)
1
Project Assistant (SBHEP)
1
Administrative Assistant
1
Project Assistant (Nicobar Megapode)
1
Project Assistant (Sea Turtles)
2
Senior Project Associate (National Landscape Safeguards Expert; Delhi / Dudhwa)
1
Senior Project Associate (National Landscape Safeguards Expert; Delhi / Pakke-Eaglenest)
1
Project Associate II (Capacity Development Specialist; Dudhwa)
1
Project Associate II (Capacity Development Specialist; Pakke-Eaglenest)
1
Project Associate II (Community-based Wildlife Monitoring Specialist; Dudhwa)
1
Project Associate II (Community-based Wildlife Monitoring Specialist; Pakke-Eaglenest)
1
Total19
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Associate II (SBHEP) | 1 |
| Project Associate I | 5 |
| Project Associate I (Social) | 1 |
| Project Associate I (Spatial analyst) | 1 |
| Project Assistant (SBHEP) | 1 |
| Administrative Assistant | 1 |
| Project Assistant (Nicobar Megapode) | 1 |
| Project Assistant (Sea Turtles) | 2 |
| Senior Project Associate (National Landscape Safeguards Expert; Delhi / Dudhwa) | 1 |
| Senior Project Associate (National Landscape Safeguards Expert; Delhi / Pakke-Eaglenest) | 1 |
| Project Associate II (Capacity Development Specialist; Dudhwa) | 1 |
| Project Associate II (Capacity Development Specialist; Pakke-Eaglenest) | 1 |
| Project Associate II (Community-based Wildlife Monitoring Specialist; Dudhwa) | 1 |
| Project Associate II (Community-based Wildlife Monitoring Specialist; Pakke-Eaglenest) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 19 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Project Associate II (SBHEP)1 post
- Qualification
- Master's Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Environmental Sciences/ Geoinformatics/ Remote Sensing/ GIS/ Forestry Sciences/freshwater ecology) from a recognized institute/ University AND Two years of experience (After obtaining Master's Degree)
- Experience
- Two years after obtaining the Master's Degree
- Age Limit
- 35 years
- Desirable
- Experience in freshwater biodiversity survey, assessment of impact of hydro-electric project on aquatic biodiversity, hydrological modelling, species distribution analysis, eflow assessment data analysis and report writing with publications on aquatic flora and fauna.
Project Associate I5 posts
- Qualification
- Master's Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Environmental Sciences/ freshwater ecology/ Life Sciences) from a recognized institute/ University
- Age Limit
- 35 years
- Desirable
- Experience in aquatic biodiversity surveys and data analysis preferably related to aquatic ecosystems.
Project Associate I (Spatial analyst)1 post
- Qualification
- Master's Degree in Engineering/ Technology (Remote Sensing and GIS/ Geoinformatics) OR Master's Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Environmental Sciences/ Life Sciences/ Remote Sensing and GIS/ Geoinformatics) from recognized institute/ University
- Age Limit
- 35 years
- Desirable
- Experience of hydrological modelling, species distribution modelling, impact of the hydro-electric project and eflow assessment.
Project Assistant (SBHEP)1 post
- Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree in Science (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Marine Sciences/ Marine Biology/ Environmental Sciences/ Geoinformatics/ Life Sciences/ Agricultural/ Forestry) from recognized institute/ University
- Age Limit
- 50 years
- Desirable
- Experience of aquatic biodiversity surveys and data analysis preferably related to aquatic ecosystems; preference for candidates holding a Master's Degree in Natural Sciences, social science or freshwater ecology.
Administrative Assistant1 post
- Qualification
- Graduation degree in any discipline from recognized institute/ University
- Age Limit
- 50 years
- Desirable
- Candidates with Economics or communication background preferred; should be proficient in English and using MS-Excel.
Project Assistant (Nicobar Megapode)1 post
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Science (Wildlife Science/Zoology/Ecology/Marine Science/Marine Biology/ Environmental Science/ Geoinformatics/ Life Sciences/ Agricultural/ Forestry) from recognized institute/ university
- Age Limit
- 50 years
- Desirable
- Curiosity for ecological research and enthusiasm to conduct arduous field work in remote locations across the Nicobar Islands with limited logistics; candidates with a Master's degree preferred.
Project Assistant (Sea Turtles)2 posts
- Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree in Science (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Marine Sciences / Marine Biology/ Environmental Sciences/ Geoinformatics/ Life Sciences/ Agricultural/ Forestry) from recognized institute/University
- Age Limit
- 50 years
- Desirable
- Enthusiasm to work in coastal and marine systems, strong interest in scientific research and ability to undertake arduous field work in remote islands with limited logistics; candidates from Andaman and Nicobar Islands preferred.
Senior Project Associate (National Landscape Safeguards Expert; Delhi / Dudhwa)1 post
- Qualification
- Four Years Bachelor's Degree (4 Yr BSc degree as per National Education Policy) in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Biology/ Ecology/ Environmental Sciences/ Life Sciences) from recognized institute/ University AND Four years of experience in R&D in Industrials or Science & Technology Institutions or Scientific activities and Services OR Master's Degree in Natural Sciences AND Four years of experience in R&D OR Doctoral Degree in Science
- Experience
- Four years in R&D in industries or Science & Technology institutions or scientific activities and services after the qualifying degree
- Age Limit
- 40 years
- Note
- Based at National PMU, Delhi / Dudhwa Landscape; Component 2.
- Desirable
- Experience in environmental and social safeguards for conservation or development projects, social impact assessment, community and livelihood assessments, stakeholder engagement, FPIC, grievance redress mechanisms and preparation or implementation of IPPs and LRPs; experience with tribal, Indigenous and forest-dependent communities preferred.
Senior Project Associate (National Landscape Safeguards Expert; Delhi / Pakke-Eaglenest)1 post
- Qualification
- Four Years Bachelor's Degree (4 Yr BSc degree as per National Education Policy) in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Biology/ Ecology/ Environmental Sciences/ Life Sciences) from recognized institute/ University AND Four years of experience in R&D in Industrials or Science & Technology Institutions or Scientific activities and Services OR Master's Degree in Natural Sciences AND Four years of experience in R&D OR Doctoral Degree in Science
- Experience
- Four years in R&D in industries or Science & Technology institutions or scientific activities and services after the qualifying degree
- Age Limit
- 40 years
- Note
- Based at National PMU, Delhi / Pakke-Eaglenest Landscape; Component 3.
- Desirable
- Experience in environmental and social safeguards for conservation or development projects, social impact assessment, community and livelihood assessments, stakeholder engagement, FPIC, grievance redress mechanisms and preparation or implementation of IPPs and LRPs; experience with tribal, Indigenous and forest-dependent communities preferred.
Project Associate II (Capacity Development Specialist; Dudhwa)1 post
- Qualification
- Four Years Bachelor's Degree (as per the National Education Policy) in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science / Biology / Botany / Zoology / Ecology / Environmental Science or related disciplines) from a recognised Institute/University AND two years of relevant experience in R&D / scientific activities and services OR Master's Degree in Natural Sciences AND two years of relevant experience in R&D / scientific activities and services
- Experience
- Two years of relevant experience in R&D or scientific activities and services after the qualifying degree
- Age Limit
- 35 years
- Note
- Capacity Development Specialist for EDCs/CBOs, Component 3, Dudhwa Landscape.
- Desirable
- Experience in community-based conservation, institutional strengthening and capacity development of EDCs/CBOs, needs assessment, training delivery, community mobilisation, conservation planning and participatory wildlife or habitat monitoring; experience with camera traps, GPS and data collection tools.
Project Associate II (Capacity Development Specialist; Pakke-Eaglenest)1 post
- Qualification
- Four Years Bachelor's Degree (as per the National Education Policy) in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science / Biology / Botany / Zoology / Ecology / Environmental Science or related disciplines) from a recognised Institute/University AND two years of relevant experience in R&D / scientific activities and services OR Master's Degree in Natural Sciences AND two years of relevant experience in R&D / scientific activities and services
- Experience
- Two years of relevant experience in R&D or scientific activities and services after the qualifying degree
- Age Limit
- 35 years
- Note
- Capacity Development Specialist for EDCs/CBOs, Component 3, Pakke-Eaglenest Landscape.
- Desirable
- Experience in community-based conservation, institutional strengthening and capacity development of EDCs/CBOs, needs assessment, training delivery, community mobilisation, conservation planning and participatory wildlife or habitat monitoring; experience with camera traps, GPS and data collection tools.
Project Associate II (Community-based Wildlife Monitoring Specialist; Dudhwa)1 post
- Qualification
- Four-year Bachelor's Degree (as per the National Education Policy) in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science / Biology / Botany / Zoology / Ecology / Environmental Science or related disciplines) from a recognised Institute/University AND two years of relevant experience in R&D / scientific activities and services OR Master's Degree in Natural Sciences AND two years of relevant experience in R&D / scientific activities and services
- Experience
- Two years of relevant experience in R&D or scientific activities and services after the qualifying degree
- Age Limit
- 35 years
- Note
- Community-based Wildlife Monitoring Specialist, Component 3, Dudhwa Landscape.
- Desirable
- Experience in participatory or community-based wildlife monitoring and patrolling programmes; hands-on experience with camera traps, GPS and other field or mobile data collection tools; experience training and coordinating community teams, youth and volunteers.
Project Associate II (Community-based Wildlife Monitoring Specialist; Pakke-Eaglenest)1 post
- Qualification
- Four-year Bachelor's Degree (as per the National Education Policy) in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science / Biology / Botany / Zoology / Ecology / Environmental Science or related disciplines) from a recognised Institute/University AND two years of relevant experience in R&D / scientific activities and services OR Master's Degree in Natural Sciences AND two years of relevant experience in R&D / scientific activities and services
- Experience
- Two years of relevant experience in R&D or scientific activities and services after the qualifying degree
- Age Limit
- 35 years
- Note
- Community-based Wildlife Monitoring Specialist, Component 3, Pakke-Eaglenest Landscape.
- Desirable
- Experience in participatory or community-based wildlife monitoring and patrolling programmes; hands-on experience with camera traps, GPS and other field or mobile data collection tools; experience training and coordinating community teams, youth and volunteers.
Age Limit
35 years for Project Associate I, Project Associate I (Social), Project Associate I (Spatial analyst) and Project Associate II posts; 40 years for Senior Project Associate; 50 years for Project Assistant and Administrative Assistant
Age Relaxation
Upper age limit relaxation as per DoPT OM No. 15012/2/2010-Estt.(D) dated 27.03.2012: Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes up to 5 years, Other Backward Class (OBC) up to 3 years.
Application Fee
General
Rs. 500
SC / ST / OBC / EWS / Physically Challenged
Rs. 100 (application processing fee)
Bank Details for Fee Payment
Account Name: RRP Cell Revolving/ Director Wildlife Institute of India; Bank: Union Bank of India, Branch: Wildlife Institute of India, Chandrabani, Dehradun 248001; Account No.: 518502010059776; IFSC Code: UBIN0551856. Payment through online banking, NEFT, RTGS, electronic mode, cash or demand draft.
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Based on essential qualification, age limit, percentage of marks in Bachelor's or Master's degree, specialization relevance, research experience and publications, as per WII rules.
- 2Online Interview
Conducted by a duly constituted Selection Committee for the top ten shortlisted candidates against each advertised project or position.
Shortlisting ratio: Top 10 shortlisted candidates per advertised project/position (1:10)
Salary Structure
Project Associate II (SBHEP)
Pay: Rs. 42,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 33,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates)
Project Associate I
Pay: Rs. 37,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 30,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates)
Project Associate I (Social)
Pay: Rs. 37,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 30,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates)
Project Associate I (Spatial analyst)
Pay: Rs. 37,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 30,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates)
Project Assistant (SBHEP)
Pay: Rs. 27,000 + HRA
Administrative Assistant
Pay: Rs. 24,000 + HRA
Project Assistant (Nicobar Megapode)
Pay: Rs. 27,000 + HRA
Project Assistant (Sea Turtles)
Pay: Rs. 27,000 + HRA
Senior Project Associate (National Landscape Safeguards Expert; Delhi / Dudhwa)
Pay: Rs. 57,000 + HRA
Senior Project Associate (National Landscape Safeguards Expert; Delhi / Pakke-Eaglenest)
Pay: Rs. 57,000 + HRA
Project Associate II (Capacity Development Specialist; Dudhwa)
Pay: Rs. 42,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 33,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates)
Project Associate II (Capacity Development Specialist; Pakke-Eaglenest)
Pay: Rs. 42,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 33,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates)
Project Associate II (Community-based Wildlife Monitoring Specialist; Dudhwa)
Pay: Rs. 42,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 33,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates)
Project Associate II (Community-based Wildlife Monitoring Specialist; Pakke-Eaglenest)
Pay: Rs. 42,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 33,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates)
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Project Associate II (SBHEP) | Rs. 42,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 33,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates) |
| Project Associate I | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 30,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates) |
| Project Associate I (Social) | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 30,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates) |
| Project Associate I (Spatial analyst) | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 30,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates) |
| Project Assistant (SBHEP) | Rs. 27,000 + HRA |
| Administrative Assistant | Rs. 24,000 + HRA |
| Project Assistant (Nicobar Megapode) | Rs. 27,000 + HRA |
| Project Assistant (Sea Turtles) | Rs. 27,000 + HRA |
| Senior Project Associate (National Landscape Safeguards Expert; Delhi / Dudhwa) | Rs. 57,000 + HRA |
| Senior Project Associate (National Landscape Safeguards Expert; Delhi / Pakke-Eaglenest) | Rs. 57,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate II (Capacity Development Specialist; Dudhwa) | Rs. 42,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 33,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates) |
| Project Associate II (Capacity Development Specialist; Pakke-Eaglenest) | Rs. 42,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 33,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates) |
| Project Associate II (Community-based Wildlife Monitoring Specialist; Dudhwa) | Rs. 42,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 33,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates) |
| Project Associate II (Community-based Wildlife Monitoring Specialist; Pakke-Eaglenest) | Rs. 42,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified candidates); Rs. 33,000 + HRA (non-NET or non-GATE qualified candidates) |
How to Apply
- 1Visit the online application portal at the official website or scan the QR code given in the official notification
- 2Keep scanned copies of educational certificates, marksheets, work experience proof, reserved category certificates, UGC/CSIR NET scorecards, publications, fee receipt, passport size photo and digital signature ready in advance
- 3Pay the application fee through online banking, NEFT, RTGS or electronic mode to the designated bank account
- 4Fill the online application form with details exactly as per your educational marksheets
- 5Upload the application fee payment receipt along with all required supporting documents
- 6Submit the online application form before the closing date; candidates applying for more than one position must submit separate applications with separate documents and fees for each position
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Educational qualification certificates
•Marksheets
•Work experience proof with start and end dates
•Reserved category certificate
•UGC/CSIR NET scorecard
•Publications
•Application processing fee receipt
•Passport size photograph
•Digital signature
•No Objection Certificate for those working with a WII project or as WII Ph.D. scholars
•No Dues Certificate for those who earlier worked at WII
Important Details
- The advertised positions are purely temporary for the project period and stand abolished after completion of the project.
- Candidates may apply for a maximum of two advertised positions, and separate online application forms, supporting documents and fees are required for each position.
- Candidates presently working or engaged with any WII project or research activity, or WII Ph.D. scholars, must attach a No Objection Certificate not more than one month older than the last date of application; candidates who earlier worked at WII must upload a No Dues Certificate.
- Incomplete applications without proof of age, educational qualification, work experience with start and end dates, photograph, signature or fee receipt are liable to be rejected.
- The application or processing fee is non-refundable once paid.
- Candidates not found suitable for a particular post may be considered for a position at a lower grade as recommended by the Interview Committee.
- The list of shortlisted candidates and the interview result will be uploaded in the Latest News and Announcements section of the WII website.
Selection Criteria Marks
Field / Lab / Project Assistant
Criteria: % marks in Bachelor's Degree (as per EQ of the advertised post)
Marks: 25
Field / Lab / Project Assistant
Criteria: Specialization in relevance to the project applied (internship, volunteering or previous work experience)
Marks: 25
Project Associate I
Criteria: % marks in Master's Degree (as per EQ of the advertised post)
Marks: 25
Project Associate I
Criteria: Specialization in relevance to the project applied (internship, volunteering or previous work experience)
Marks: 25
Project Associate II / Senior Project Associate
Criteria: UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET with JRFship or WII-NET passed
Marks: 5
Project Associate II / Senior Project Associate
Criteria: % marks in Post Graduation (as per EQ of the advertised post)
Marks: 25
Project Associate II / Senior Project Associate
Criteria: Research / Work Experience
Marks: 10
Project Associate II / Senior Project Associate
Criteria: Publications in journal, conference, book chapter etc.
Marks: 10
| Category | Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Field / Lab / Project Assistant | % marks in Bachelor's Degree (as per EQ of the advertised post) | 25 |
| Field / Lab / Project Assistant | Specialization in relevance to the project applied (internship, volunteering or previous work experience) | 25 |
| Project Associate I | % marks in Master's Degree (as per EQ of the advertised post) | 25 |
| Project Associate I | Specialization in relevance to the project applied (internship, volunteering or previous work experience) | 25 |
| Project Associate II / Senior Project Associate | UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET with JRFship or WII-NET passed | 5 |
| Project Associate II / Senior Project Associate | % marks in Post Graduation (as per EQ of the advertised post) | 25 |
| Project Associate II / Senior Project Associate | Research / Work Experience | 10 |
| Project Associate II / Senior Project Associate | Publications in journal, conference, book chapter etc. | 10 |
Project Duration
Singoli Bhatwari Hydro Electric Power Project (SBHEP)
Duration: One year
Nicobar Megapode movement ecology
Duration: One year (likely extended)
Sea Turtles of Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Duration: One year (likely to be extended)
Wild cat landscapes (small cat and leopard conservation)
Duration: One year
| Project | Duration |
|---|---|
| Singoli Bhatwari Hydro Electric Power Project (SBHEP) | One year |
| Nicobar Megapode movement ecology | One year (likely extended) |
| Sea Turtles of Andaman & Nicobar Islands | One year (likely to be extended) |
| Wild cat landscapes (small cat and leopard conservation) | One year |
Contact
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
Phone: 0135-2646232, +91 9456745562
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate apply for more than one post in this WII recruitment?
Yes, a candidate may apply for a maximum of two advertised positions relevant to their academic education. A separate online application form, supporting documents and fee are required for each position.
Do candidates already working with a WII project need any certificate?
Yes. Candidates working or engaged with any WII project or research activity, and WII Ph.D. scholars, must attach a No Objection Certificate not more than one month older than the last date of application. Those who earlier worked at WII must upload a No Dues Certificate.
How many candidates are called for the interview?
The top ten shortlisted candidates against each advertised project or position are called for the online interview.
What is the tenure of these WII project posts?
The project duration is one year for most positions, and one year likely to be extended for the Nicobar Megapode and Sea Turtle projects. The positions are purely temporary and stand abolished after completion of the project.
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