ICFRE-HFRI Himachal Pradesh Recruitment 2025 – Apply for Project Associate, SRF, JPF, PA Posts

Applications are invited for temporary positions of Senior Research Fellow, Project Associate-1, Junior Project Fellow, and Project Fellow under various projects at ICFRE-Himalayan Forest Research Institute (HFRI). These engagements are purely temporary and project-based, with no claim for permanent absorption.

Overview

Vacancy Details

Project: Prospecting of wild Ganoderma lucidum growing in Himachal Himalayan...

Project: Ecological Assessment, Niche Modeling, Phytochemical Investigation...

Project: Forest seed management through identification and development...

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Senior Research Fellow (SRF)

• Essential Qualification: First Class M. Tech. with specialization in Food Processing Technology OR M.Sc. Botany with specialization in Mycology + NET qualified.
• Experience: 02 years in the field of Food Processing/food product development. (Note: If suitable candidate with required experience is not available for SRF, the vacancy will be filled with JRF).
• Desirable: Preference will be given to candidates having experience/knowledge in Bioinformatics and Molecular Characterization of fungi.

Eligibility for Project Associate-1 (under Project 1)

• Essential Qualification: M. Sc. in Forestry/Botany/Environmental Science/Agriculture with two years research experience.
• Desirable: Preference will be given to the candidate having experience of working in conventional propagation and nursery technique.

Eligibility for Junior Project Fellow (JPF)

• Essential Qualification: First Class M.Sc (Forestry). Preference: Specialization in Tree improvement.
• Responsibilities: Conduct extensive field survey work across Himachal Pradesh and to collect, record and analyse field data.

Eligibility for Project Associate-1 (PA)

• Essential Qualification: B.Sc (Forestry/Botany)
• Responsibilities: Conduct extensive field survey work across Himachal Pradesh and to collect, record and analyse field data.

Important Instructions & Age Limit

• Application Mode: Candidates must deposit applications on prescribed form via Registered/Ordinary Post or By Hand only. Online/Email applications will not be entertained.
• Last Date: 21st August, 2025.
• Interview Date: 25th August, 2025, starting at 10:30 AM at the Institute.
• Age Limit (as on 25/08/2025): JPF/JRF (28 years), SRF (32 years), Project Assistant (30 Years), Project Associate-1 (35 Years).
• Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women candidates as per rules.
• Other Requirements: Proficiency in Computer applications (MS Word, Excel, PPT) is beneficial. Candidates must be medically fit to work in HP, J&K, and Ladakh.

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF
• Official Website

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for ICFRE-HFRI Recruitment 2025?

A: The last date to submit applications by post or hand is 21st August, 2025.

Q2: What is the selection process?

A: Selection will be based on an interview scheduled for 25th August, 2025.

Q3: Is this a permanent job?

A: No, these positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project duration.