Wildlife Institute of India (WII)
An Autonomous Institution of Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Govt. of India
Chandrabani, Dehradun, Uttarakhand – 248002
Recruitment Overview
The Wildlife Institute of India (WII), an acclaimed autonomous institution under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), invites online applications from Indian Nationals to engage across 22 different categories of positions for various multidisciplinary research projects. Wildlife Institute of India Recruitment 2026.
Complete Project-Wise Vacancy Details
Project 01: Study on Central Asian Flyway migratory birds in Sundarbans
Project Associate-II (01 Post)
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Wildlife Biology/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Environmental Science/ Marine Biology/ Marine Sciences/ Life Sciences) OR Four-year Bachelor’s Degree (under NEP) in relevant subjects AND two (02) years of research experience in wildlife/ecological studies in R&D institutions or scientific services.
Desirable Qualifications
Strong bird identification skills, prior work on avian ecology, bird capture and handling, bird surveys in West Bengal, and proficiency in Bengali for community interactions.
Description of Work
Field surveys for population assessment of migratory shorebirds across Sundarban Biosphere Reserve, capture, handling, satellite tagging of shorebird species for movement and migration studies, habitat assessment, and community questionnaire surveys.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 42,000/- + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) | Rs. 33,000/- + HRA (Non-NET/GATE)
Project 02: Movement ecology and population connectivity of the endemic Nicobar Megapode in the Nicobar archipelago
Field Worker (01 Post)
Essential Qualifications
Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized institute / University.
Desirable Qualifications
Ability to undertake arduous field work in remote locations in Nicobar Islands with limited logistics. Residents of Great Nicobar Island / Andaman & Nicobar Islands will be preferred.
Description of Work
Assisting the research team in logistics, field data collection, and other project-related activities in the Nicobar Islands.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 24,000/- + HRA
Project 03: Conservation and Management of Sloth Bear in India – A Landscape based Initiative
03 (1) Project Associate-I (Government Liaison & Coordination) – 01 Post
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree in any Social Science Discipline (Geography/ Statistics/ Economics/ Public Administration/ Personnel Management/ Environmental Management/ Social Work/ Anthropology/ Sustainable Development Practices/ Sustainability Science).
Desirable Qualifications
Research experience in sustainable development, qualitative/quantitative research, environmental governance, official drafting, inter-agency coordination, and GIS data handling.
Description of Work
Point of coordination between bear-range States and MoEFCC, facilitating inter-state meetings, official correspondence, reports and presentations, data procurement, and documentation.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 37,000/- + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) | Rs. 30,000/- + HRA (Non-NET/GATE)
03 (2) Project Associate-I – 01 Post
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Marine Sciences/ Marine Biology/ Environmental Sciences/ Geoinformatics/ Life Sciences)/ Agricultural/ Forestry Sciences.
Desirable Qualifications
Field survey experience, GIS handling, non-invasive genetic sampling (scat collection/preservation), and laboratory genetic workflows.
Description of Work
Field-based data collection on sloth bear distribution, habitat use, human-bear conflict, collection of non-invasive biological samples, lab-based genetic analyses, and GIS-RS mapping.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 37,000/- + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) | Rs. 30,000/- + HRA (Non-NET/GATE)
03 (3) Project Assistant – 02 Posts
Essential Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Science (Wildlife/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Marine Sciences/ Environmental Sciences/ Geoinformatics/ Life Sciences/ Agriculture/ Forestry) OR 3 years Diploma in Engineering & Technology.
Desirable Qualifications
Interest in wildlife field surveys, basic GIS handling, and willingness to undertake extensive field travel.
Description of Work
Support in field data collection on sloth bear populations, habitat use, conflict surveys, non-invasive sample collection, and datasheet maintenance.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 27,000/- + HRA
Project 04: Enhancing the functionality of the transboundary Kamdi-Suhelwa complex for dispersing tiger populations
Project Associate-II – 01 Post
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences/ Wildlife/ Forestry/ Life Sciences AND two (02) years of R&D experience in scientific institutions or services.
Desirable Qualifications
Prior research on large mammals, camera trapping, data analysis in Program R, GIS, and frontline staff training using M-STrIPES.
Description of Work
Field surveys, tiger and prey monitoring in Sohelwa WLS, training frontline staff in patrol-based monitoring (M-STrIPES), and scientific reporting.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 42,000/- + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) | Rs. 33,000/- + HRA (Non-NET/GATE)
Project 05: Impact of Extended Reach Drilling on Above-Ground Biodiversity
Project Scientist – I (Ecology) – 01 Post
Essential Qualifications
Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.) in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Environmental Sciences/ Geoinformatics/ Life Sciences)/ Forestry Sciences.
Desirable Qualifications
Research experience in ecological modelling, geospatial analysis, and multi-agency liaison (e.g., ONGC, Oil India Limited).
Description of Work
Lead field research teams, biodiversity assessments in drilling vs. non-drilling sites, ecological analysis, report drafting, and institutional liaison.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 77,000/- + HRA
Project 06: Monitoring of Wildlife Overpasses and Underpasses on Samruddhi Expressway
06 (1) Project Scientist – I – 01 Post
Essential Qualifications
Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.) in Natural Sciences/ Forestry Sciences OR Master’s Degree in Engineering & Technology (Computer Science/ IT/ Remote Sensing/ GIS/ Data Science/ AI/ Electrical/ Electronics).
Desirable Qualifications
Experience in project management, GoI e-Office procedures, noting and drafting, procurement, and administrative coordination.
Description of Work
Primarily managerial and administrative oversight, handling e-Office files, government liaison, documentation, procurement, and report presentations.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 77,000/- + HRA
06 (2) Project Associate I – 01 Post
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences / Wildlife / Environmental Sciences / Life Sciences / Agriculture / Forestry.
Desirable Qualifications
Relevant experience in landscape ecology, road ecology, linear infrastructure impacts, and animal movement ecology.
Description of Work
Field monitoring of wildlife crossing structures (overpasses and underpasses) on Samruddhi Expressway using camera traps and direct observation.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 37,000/- + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) | Rs. 30,000/- + HRA (Non-NET/GATE)
Project 07: Long Term Monitoring of tigers, co-predators and prey in Vidarbha, Maharashtra
07 (1) Project Scientist – I – 01 Post
Essential Qualifications
Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.) in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Environmental Sciences/ Life Sciences)/ Forestry Sciences.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience in carnivore ecology, tiger monitoring, distance sampling, sign surveys, and large-scale camera trapping.
Description of Work
Designing scientific monitoring protocols, overseeing camera trap surveys for tigers, co-predators, and prey populations in Vidarbha.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 77,000/- + HRA
07 (2) Project Associate I – 01 Post
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences / Wildlife / Life Sciences / Agriculture / Forestry.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience in wildlife field surveys, tiger landscape monitoring, line transects, and camera trapping.
Description of Work
Camera trap deployment, line transects, and sign surveys for carnivores and prey across Vidarbha tiger reserves.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 37,000/- + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) | Rs. 30,000/- + HRA (Non-NET/GATE)
Project 08: Biodiversity Assessment & Mitigation for Shamli-Gorakhpur High-Speed Corridor (Phase-I), UP
08 (1) Principal Project Associate – 01 Post
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences/ Wildlife/ Forestry AND eight (08) years of relevant post-qualification R&D experience.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience in linear infrastructure projects (Expressways/Highways), wildlife mitigation planning, GIS/RS, and team supervision.
Description of Work
Coordinate biodiversity assessments, supervise field teams, prepare wildlife conservation/mitigation plans, and liaise with authorities.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 67,000/- + HRA
08 (2) Project Associate II – 02 Posts
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences/ Wildlife/ Forestry AND two (02) years of relevant post-qualification R&D experience.
Desirable Qualifications
Field surveys, camera trapping, GIS mapping, habitat evaluation, and linear infrastructure mitigation planning.
Description of Work
Biodiversity and habitat surveys, camera trap monitoring, spatial data analysis, and mitigation plan preparation.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 42,000/- + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) | Rs. 33,000/- + HRA (Non-NET/GATE)
08 (3) Project Associate I – 02 Posts
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences / Wildlife / Life Sciences / Agriculture / Forestry.
Desirable Qualifications
Wildlife surveys, GPS data collection, camera trapping, GIS mapping, and technical report drafting.
Description of Work
Assist in biodiversity surveys, camera trap operations, GPS tracking, and ecological mapping along the corridor.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 37,000/- + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) | Rs. 30,000/- + HRA (Non-NET/GATE)
Project 09: Biodiversity Assessment & Mitigation for NH-744 (Nellai WLS & Shendurney WLS ESZ in Kerala & TN)
09 (1) Senior Project Associate (GIS Specialist) – 01 Post
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences / Geoinformatics / Forestry AND four (04) years of relevant post-qualification R&D experience.
Desirable Qualifications
Proficiency in ArcGIS, QGIS, ERDAS/ENVI, landscape connectivity mapping, spatial modeling, and linear infrastructure mitigation.
Description of Work
Satellite image processing, GIS database management, landscape connectivity mapping, and thematic map production for NH-744.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 57,000/- + HRA
09 (2) Project Associate II – 02 Posts
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences / Wildlife / Forestry AND two (02) years of relevant post-qualification R&D experience.
Desirable Qualifications
Wildlife field surveys, camera trapping, habitat/vegetation assessment in protected areas and eco-sensitive zones.
Description of Work
Wildlife surveys, camera trapping, habitat analysis, and report preparation for the NH-744 protected area corridor.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 42,000/- + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) | Rs. 33,000/- + HRA (Non-NET/GATE)
09 (3) Project Associate I – 01 Post
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences / Wildlife / Life Sciences / Agriculture / Forestry.
Desirable Qualifications
Field data collection, camera trapping, GPS tracking, and wildlife research in protected areas.
Description of Work
Assist in field surveys, camera trap monitoring, GPS data gathering, and mitigation documentation.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 37,000/- + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) | Rs. 30,000/- + HRA (Non-NET/GATE)
09 (4) Project Associate I (Vegetation) – 01 Post
Essential Qualifications
Master’s Degree OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Botany/ Plant Sciences/ Forestry/ Environmental Sciences/ Life Sciences).
Desirable Qualifications
Floristic surveys, forest ecology, plant species identification, GPS vegetation sampling, and GIS vegetation mapping.
Description of Work
Conduct floristic surveys, plant species identification, forest structure analysis, and GIS-based vegetation mapping along NH-744.
Monthly Emoluments
Rs. 37,000/- + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) | Rs. 30,000/- + HRA (Non-NET/GATE)
Application Fee & Payment Mode
- General Category: Rs. 500/- (Application Fee).
- SC / ST / OBC / EWS / Physically Challenged (PC): Rs. 100/- (Application Processing Fee).
- Fee is non-refundable under all circumstances.
- Fee must be paid via Online Banking / UPI / NEFT / RTGS / Demand Draft directly to the official WII account below, and the receipt must be uploaded in the online form.
Official Bank Account Details for Fee Payment
Screening & Selection Criteria
A maximum of Top 10 shortlisted candidates per position will be called for the online interview based on a 50-mark screening matrix:
- Field / Lab / Project Assistant: % Marks in Bachelor’s (25 Marks) + Relevant Specialization/Experience (25 Marks) = 50 Marks.
- Project Associate – I: % Marks in Master’s (25 Marks) + Relevant Specialization/Experience (25 Marks) = 50 Marks.
- Project Associate – II / Senior & Principal PA / Project Scientist: UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET/GATE (5 Marks) + % Marks in Post Graduation (10 Marks) + Research/Work Experience (25 Marks) + Publications (10 Marks) = 50 Marks.
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST candidates get up to 5 years; OBC candidates get up to 3 years as per GoI norms.
- Maximum Applications: A candidate may apply for a maximum of two (02) positions by submitting separate forms and fees.
How to Apply Online
- Pay the application/processing fee through UPI/NEFT/Netbanking and save the transaction receipt.
- Keep scanned copies of educational mark sheets, experience letters, category certificates, NET/GATE certificates, publications, passport photograph, digital signature, and fee receipt ready.
- Candidates currently working in WII projects must obtain a fresh “No Objection Certificate” (NOC).
- Visit the online application portal, fill in all required fields accurately, upload documents, and submit before 29 August 2026.
Submit your application through the official recruitment portal before the closing deadline.
Google Jobs Indexing Details:
Hiring Organization: Wildlife Institute of India (WII), DehradunJob Categories: Project Scientist – I, Principal Project Associate, Senior Project Associate, Project Associate – I & II, Project Assistant, Field Worker
Total Categories / Posts: 22 Position Categories Across 9 Research Projects
Location: Dehradun, Sundarbans, Nicobar Islands, Vidarbha, UP, Kerala/TN, New Delhi
Employment Type: Temporary Contractual / Research Project Fellowships
Application Window: 15 August 2026 to 29 August 2026
Salary Range: Rs. 24,000/- + HRA to Rs. 77,000/- + HRA per month
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