SACON Research Personnel Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 3 Posts
The Sálim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History (SACON), South India Centre of Wildlife Institute of India (WII) under the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India, has released a notification for the recruitment of Research Personnel. Interested and eligible Indian nationals can apply online for temporary positions in conservation projects.
Overview
| Organization | Posts | Application Deadline | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sálim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History (SACON) | 3 (Project Associate-I) | 15-02-2026 | www.sacon.in |
Vacancy Details
Project: Conservation of the Caracal Caracal Caracal in Rajasthan
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary | Project Component |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | 1 | Rs. 37,000/- (NET/GATE) or Rs. 30,000/- (Non-NET) + HRA | Ecology |
| Project Associate-I | 1 | Rs. 37,000/- (NET/GATE) or Rs. 30,000/- (Non-NET) + HRA | Social |
Project: Conservation of the Nicobar Megapode
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary | Project Component |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | 1 | Rs. 37,000/- (NET/GATE) or Rs. 30,000/- (Non-NET) + HRA | Ecology |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Project Associate-I (Caracal - Ecology)
- Essential: Post-graduate degree with minimum 55% marks in Life Sciences or Environmental Sciences (Zoology, Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Science, Conservation Biology, Biodiversity Studies, Forestry, Ecological Sciences, Environmental Studies, or allied disciplines) from a recognized university.
- Desirable: Experience in camera trap surveys and habitat sampling; conversant with analysis of camera trap data, statistical modeling, report preparation, and Remote Sensing/GIS; willingness to reside in remote locations; proficiency in occupancy modeling, population estimation, biodiversity mapping; manuscript writing; proficiency in spoken Hindi.
- Age Limit: 35 years (as of 15-02-2026)
Eligibility for Project Associate-I (Caracal - Social)
- Essential: Post-graduate degree with minimum 55% marks in Life Sciences or Environmental Sciences (Zoology, Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Science, Conservation Biology, Biodiversity Studies, Forestry, Ecological Sciences, Environmental Studies, or allied disciplines) from a recognized university.
- Desirable: Experience in social surveys and questionnaire surveys; conversant with designing social surveys, analysis of data, and report writing; willingness to reside in remote locations; proficiency in statistical analysis; proficiency in Hindi.
- Age Limit: 35 years (as of 15-02-2026)
Eligibility for Project Associate-I (Nicobar Megapode)
- Essential: Post-Graduate degree (M.Sc.) or equivalent with minimum 55% marks in Life Sciences or Environmental Sciences (Zoology, Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Science, Forestry, Conservation Biology, Ecological Sciences, Environmental Studies, or allied disciplines) from a recognized institute/university.
- Desirable: Keen interest in bird research; skill in bird surveys and field ecology; willingness to reside in remote locations and travel by road/sea; exposure to bird capture/handling; familiarity with R programming and GIS tools; proficiency in English and Hindi.
- Age Limit: 35 years (as of 15-02-2026)
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FAQs
Q1: Is this a permanent position?
A: No, these positions are on a purely temporary basis.
Q2: Can candidates from outside India apply?
A: No, only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
Q3: Is the application fee refundable?
A: No, the Application Fee/Processing Fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
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Past/Expired Recruitments
| Job Details | Closing Date |
|---|---|
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11th July 2025 |
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25th June 2025 |
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Accountant and Various Posts
( 19 Posts) Posts • Supreme Court Metro Station Building, New Delhi
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9th May 2025 |
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Associate (Legal)
( 01 Posts) Posts • 25, Subhash Road
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5th April 2025 |
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Scientist
( 33 Posts) Posts • Jor Bagh Road, New Delhi
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30th March 2025 |
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21st February 2025 |
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