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Wildlife Institute of India
Uttarakhand
WII Recruitment 2026: 19 Project Associates & Assistants – Apply Online @ wii.gov.in
Vacancies: 19
Last Date: 01 November 2026
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| Recruiting Body | Wildlife Institute of India |
|---|---|
| State / Jurisdiction | Uttarakhand |
| Total Posts | 19 |
| Last Date | 01 November 2026 |
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- Recruiting Body: Wildlife Institute of India (WII)
- Advt No: WII/ADVT. 1/RP-CELL/ October, 2026
- Total Posts: 19
- Post Names: Project Associate II, Project Associate I, Project Associate I (Social), Project Associate I (Spatial analyst), Project Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Senior Project Associate
- Employment Nature: Contractual (Project-based, Temporary)
- Application Mode: Online Application
- Application Period: 17 October 2026 to 01 November 2026
- Job Location: Dehradun, Uttarakhand and project sites (Delhi, Dudhwa, Pakke-Eaglenest, Nicobar, Andaman & Nicobar)
- Application Fee: Rs. 500 (General); Rs. 100 (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD)
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate (Safeguards Expert) | 2 | 50 years | Rs. 57,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate II (All variants) | 5 | 35 years | Rs. 42,000 + HRA (NET/GATE); Rs. 33,000 + HRA (Non-NET/GATE) |
| Project Associate I | 5 | 35 years | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE); Rs. 30,000 + HRA (Non-NET/GATE) |
| Project Associate I (Social) | 1 | 35 years | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE); Rs. 30,000 + HRA (Non-NET/GATE) |
| Project Associate I (Spatial analyst) | 1 | 35 years | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE); Rs. 30,000 + HRA (Non-NET/GATE) |
| Project Assistant (All projects) | 4 | 35 years | Rs. 27,000 + HRA |
| Administrative Assistant | 1 | 35 years | Rs. 24,000 + HRA |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Senior Project Associate (Safeguards Expert): 4-year Bachelor's in Natural Sciences + 4 years R&D experience; OR Master's in Natural Sciences + 4 years R&D; OR Doctoral Degree in Science. Desirable: Experience in environmental/social safeguards, FPIC, GRM, tribal communities.
- Project Associate II (SBHEP): Master's in Natural Sciences (Wildlife/Zoology/Ecology/Environmental/Geoinformatics/Forestry/Freshwater Ecology) + 2 years post-Master's experience. Desirable: Freshwater biodiversity, hydro-electric impact, hydrological modelling.
- Project Associate II (Capacity Development / Monitoring Specialist): 4-year Bachelor's (NEP) in Natural Sciences + 2 years R&D; OR Master's in Natural Sciences + 2 years R&D. Desirable: Community conservation, EDCs/CBOs, camera traps, GPS.
- Project Associate I: Master's in Natural Sciences (Wildlife/Zoology/Ecology/Environmental/Freshwater Ecology/Life Sciences). Desirable: Aquatic biodiversity surveys.
- Project Associate I (Social): Master's in Social Sciences (Geography/Economics/Social Work/Anthropology). Desirable: Social survey, data analysis, report writing.
- Project Associate I (Spatial analyst): Master's in Engineering/Tech (Remote Sensing/GIS/Geoinformatics) OR Master's in Natural Sciences with Remote Sensing/GIS. Desirable: Hydrological modelling, species distribution, eflow assessment.
- Project Assistant (SBHEP & Nicobar): Bachelor's in Science (Wildlife/Zoology/Ecology/Marine/Environmental/Geoinformatics/Life Sciences/Agricultural/Forestry). Desirable: Aquatic biodiversity, Master's preferred. Nicobar: Enthusiasm for remote field work.
- Project Assistant (Sea Turtles): Bachelor's in Science (Wildlife/Zoology/Ecology/Marine/Environmental/Geoinformatics/Life Sciences/Agricultural/Forestry). Desirable: Coastal/marine systems, remote island field work. A&N Islands candidates preferred.
- Administrative Assistant: Graduation in any discipline. Desirable: Economics/Communication background, English proficiency, MS-Excel.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
Shortlisting for online interviews is based on essential qualifications, age limit, percentage of marks in Bachelor's/Master's degrees, specialization relevance, research experience, and publications. The top 10 candidates per position will be called for interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Marks Allocation (Total 50 Marks per category):
- Field/Lab/Project Assistant: Bachelor's Degree % (25) + Specialization relevance via internship/volunteering/experience (25)
- Project Associate I: Master's Degree % (25) + Specialization relevance via internship/volunteering/experience (25)
- Project Associate II / Senior Project Associate: UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET with JRF or WII-NET passed (5) + Post Graduation marks (25) + Research/Work Experience (10) + Publications (10)
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Educational details must be entered strictly as per mark sheets.
- Incomplete applications lacking proof of age, qualifications, experience tenure dates, photograph, signature, or fee receipt are liable to be rejected.
- General Category: Rs. 500 fee. SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD: Rs. 100 processing fee (exempted from application fee).
- Maximum two positions per candidate; separate application and fee for each.
- Current WII employees/Ph.D. scholars must attach recent NOC (≤1 month old). Ex-WII employees must upload No Dues Certificate.
- Selected candidates must produce all original documents at joining.
- Payment via online banking/NEFT/RTGS to: RRP Cell Revolving/ Director WII, Union Bank of India, Chandrabani, Dehradun, A/c 518502010059776, IFSC UBIN0551856.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for WII Recruitment 2026?
The online application closes on 01 November 2026.
What is the application fee for General and Reserved categories?
General category candidates must pay Rs. 500. SC/ST/OBC/EWS and Physically Challenged candidates pay Rs. 100 as a processing fee.
Are these permanent government jobs?
No. All positions are purely temporary and contractual for the project duration (one year, extendable for certain projects). They do not confer permanent government job status or pension benefits.
What is the salary for a Project Associate II?
Rs. 42,000 + HRA for NET/GATE qualified candidates; Rs. 33,000 + HRA for non-NET/GATE candidates.
How many vacancies are there for Project Assistant posts?
There are 4 Project Assistant vacancies distributed across SBHEP (1), Nicobar Megapode (1), and Sea Turtle Conservation (2) projects.
Where can I download the official notification PDF?
You can download the WII Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF directly from the WII website.
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