WII Recruitment 2026 – 20 Vacancies | WII

Highlights

Post & Organization Details

The Wildlife Institute of India (WII), an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, is located at Chandrabani, Dehradun. It conducts cutting‑edge research on wildlife conservation, ecology, and environmental management.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Administrative Assistant / Scientific Administrative Assistant / Field Worker: Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
• Project Assistant (Science‑based projects): Bachelor’s degree in a science stream (Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Marine Sciences, etc.).
• Project Assistant (Social Science): Bachelor’s degree in any social science discipline (Geography, Statistics, Economics, Public Administration, etc.).
• Project Associate‑I: Four‑year Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Natural Sciences, Agricultural/Forestry Sciences, or BVSc.
• Project Associate‑II: Four‑year Bachelor’s/Master’s in Natural or Agricultural Sciences with 2 years R&D experience, or BVSc with 2 years experience, or Engineering/Technology degree with 2 years experience.
• Senior Project Associate: Four‑year Bachelor’s with 4 years R&D experience, or Master’s with 4 years experience, or Doctoral degree in relevant field.

Age Limit

Age relaxation as per Government of India norms: SC/ST – up to 5 years; OBC – up to 3 years.

Pay Scale & Salary

• Administrative Assistant / Scientific Administrative Assistant / Field Worker: ₹24,000 + HRA per month
• Project Assistant: ₹27,000 + HRA per month
• Project Associate‑I: ₹37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) / ₹30,000 + HRA (Non‑NET/GATE)
• Project Associate‑II: ₹42,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) / ₹33,000 + HRA (Non‑NET/GATE)
• Senior Project Associate: ₹57,000 + HRA per month

Application Fee

Payments can be made via online banking, NEFT/RTGS, UPI or cash/DD in favor of “RRP Cell Revolving Fund/Director Wildlife Institute of India”, Union Bank of India, WII Branch, Dehradun (Account No.: 518502010059776, IFSC: UBIN0551856). The receipt must be uploaded with the application. The fee is non‑refundable.

Important Dates

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting based on essential qualification, age limit, percentage of marks, relevance of specialization, research experience and publications.
2. Scoring pattern (total 50 marks) varies by post:
   • Field/Lab/Project Assistant: 25 marks for % marks in Bachelor’s degree, 25 marks for specialization relevance.
   • Project Associate‑I: 25 marks for % marks in Master’s degree, 25 marks for specialization relevance.
   • Project Associate‑II / Senior Project Associate / Principal Project Associate / Project Scientist: 5 marks for NET/JRF, 25 marks for % marks in Post‑Graduation, 10 marks for research/work experience, 10 marks for publications.
3. Top 10 shortlisted candidates per position will be called for an online interview.
4. Final selection will be based on interview performance and overall score. The Institute’s decision is final and binding.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official application portal: https://wiirp.com/application.php.
2. Register using a valid email address and create a password.
3. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and work experience as per the instructions.
4. Upload scanned copies of all required documents (photographs, signatures, certificates, fee receipt, etc.) in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the applicable application fee online or upload the payment receipt for offline modes.
6. Review the application carefully and submit before the last date.
7. After submission, note down the generated Application ID for future reference.

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FAQs

1. What is the last date to submit the application?
   The online application must be submitted on or before 28 July 2026.
2. Can I apply offline or by post?
   No. Applications are accepted only through the online portal.
3. Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?
   Yes. SC/ST candidates get up to 5 years relaxation and OBC candidates get up to 3 years as per government norms.
4. What documents should I upload with my application?
   Proof of age, educational certificates and mark sheets, experience letters, category certificate (if applicable), NET/GATE certificates (if applicable), publications proof, passport‑size photograph, signature, fee payment receipt, No Objection Certificate (if currently employed with WII), and No Dues Certificate (if previously employed).
5. How many candidates will be shortlisted for the interview?
   Only the top 10 candidates for each advertised post will be called for an online interview.