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Forest Research Institute Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 05 Posts

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Total Vacancies
5 Posts
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Selection / Apply Mode
Offline (Post)
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Closing Date
11 February 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Forest Research Institute 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. ForestResearchInstitute/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count Project Associate-I, Junior Research Fellow, Project Assistant (5 Posts)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Offline (By Post) 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 11 February 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
Forest Research Institute Regional Headquarters, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
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Forest Research Institute Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 05 Posts

The Forest Research Institute (FRI) has announced a recruitment drive for 2026, inviting eligible candidates to attend a walk-in interview for various research and technical positions. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates holding M.Sc. or B.Sc. degrees in relevant subjects to join a premier research institute in India.

Overview

Company NamePost NameNo of PostsLast DateOfficial Website
Forest Research Institute (FRI)Project Associate-I, Junior Research Fellow, Project Assistant0511/02/2026 (Walk-in)https://fri.icfre.gov.in/

Vacancy Details

Post NameNo. of PostsSalary
Project Associate-I02Rs. 25,000/- to 31,000/- + HRA
Project Assistant02Rs. 20,000/- + 18% HRA
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)01Rs. 20,000/-

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Project Associate-I (Post 1)

  • Essential: First class M.Sc. in Botany/Plant Biotechnology/Plant Physiology/Ecology/Forestry.
  • Salary: Rs. 31,000/- + 18% HRA (for NET/GATE qualified scholars).
  • Age Limit: Maximum 35 years.

Eligibility for Project Associate-I (Post 2)

  • Essential: First class M.Sc. in Botany OR First Class M.Sc. in Agriculture with specialization in Seed Science & Technology.
  • Salary: Rs. 25,000/- + HRA (for non-NET/GATE candidates).
  • Age Limit: Maximum 35 years.

Eligibility for Project Assistant (Post 3)

  • Essential: B.Sc. in Botany/Plant Science/Forestry/Environmental Science.
  • Salary: Rs. 20,000/- + 18% HRA.

Eligibility for Project Assistant (Post 4)

  • Essential: B.Sc. in Forestry/Botany/Environmental Science.
  • Salary: Rs. 20,000/- + 18% HRA.

Eligibility for Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

  • Essential: First class M.Sc. in Forestry.
  • Desirable: Management of weeds/invasive species, Plantation management, ecology.
  • Salary: Rs. 20,000/-
  • Age Limit: Maximum 28 years.

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Q: What is the last date to apply for FRI Recruitment 2026?
A: The walk-in interview is scheduled for 11/02/2026. Candidates must report between 09:00 AM to 10:15 AM.

Q: What is the salary for Project Associate-I at FRI?
A: The salary is Rs. 31,000/- + 18% HRA for NET/GATE qualified candidates and Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for others.

Q: Is there any application fee?
A: The provided text does not mention any application fee. Please refer to the official notification for confirmation.

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