FRI Dehradun Project Assistant, Field Assistant & Other Recruitment 2026
The Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun, functioning under the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE), has released a recruitment notification for temporary fellowship and project-based positions through a Walk-in Interview. A total of 12 vacancies have been announced for various posts including Retired Technical Officer/Retired Range Officer (RTO/RRO), Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Senior Project Fellow (SPF), Junior Project Fellow (JPF), Project Assistant (PA), and Field Assistant (FA). Eligible candidates are required to appear for the walk-in interview on 28 July 2026 or 29 July 2026, depending on the post they are applying for.
Vacancy Overview
The recruitment covers several research and project assignments under FRI Dehradun. The notification includes 1 Retired Technical Officer/Retired Range Officer, 1 Senior Project Fellow, 2 Junior Project Fellows, 1 Senior Research Fellow, 4 Project Assistant posts under different projects, and 2 Field Assistant posts. These appointments are purely temporary and intended for specific research projects being carried out by the institute.
Eligibility
The eligibility requirements differ according to the post.
Candidates applying for Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Senior Project Fellow (SPF), and Junior Project Fellow (JPF) must possess the prescribed First Class M.Sc. degree in the relevant discipline. The Project Assistant posts require a B.Sc. degree in Forestry, Botany, Biology or Agriculture depending on the project, while the Field Assistant post requires Intermediate (10+2) qualification. The Retired Technical Officer/Retired Range Officer position is reserved for retired officers having at least 25 years of experience in silviculture and forest management under recognized government or autonomous organizations. Candidates should carefully verify the educational qualification prescribed for their respective project before attending the interview.
Age Limit
The upper age limit varies according to the post.
Retired Technical Officer/Retired Range Officer: Maximum 65 years on the date of advertisement.
Senior Research Fellow / Senior Project Fellow: Maximum 32 years as on 01 June 2026.
Junior Project Fellow: Maximum 28 years as on 01 June 2026.
Project Assistant and Field Assistant: Not Mentioned in the notification.
Candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, Women and Physically Handicapped categories are eligible for up to 5 years of age relaxation as per the notification.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive fellowship or remuneration according to the post and project.
The Senior Research Fellow will receive ₹42,000 per month plus HRA, while the Senior Project Fellow will receive ₹28,000 per month. The Junior Project Fellow is entitled to ₹24,000 per month. Project Assistants will receive remuneration ranging from ₹19,000 to ₹23,000 per month, depending on the project, while the Field Assistant will receive ₹20,000 per month. The Retired Technical Officer/Retired Range Officer will receive ₹35,000 consolidated or Basic Pay as per LPC minus current Basic Pension, whichever is lower, as specified in the notification.
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted entirely through a Walk-in Interview. There is no written examination for this recruitment. Candidates must report during the specified registration time with all required documents. After document verification, eligible candidates will appear before the selection committee for the interview. Final selection will be based on educational qualifications, relevant experience, project suitability and interview performance.
Application Process
There is no online application process for this recruitment. Interested candidates should prepare an updated bio-data, passport-size photograph, self-attested educational certificates, experience certificates and other relevant documents before attending the interview. Candidates currently employed must also carry a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC). Applicants for the RTO/RRO post should additionally bring their Last Pay Certificate (LPC) and recent Pension Slip. Candidates must report to the Board Room, FRI Main Building, P.O. New Forest, Dehradun – 248006, complete the registration process and participate in the interview on the scheduled date.
Important Dates
The notification was issued on 17 July 2026. Walk-in interviews for Retired Technical Officer/Retired Range Officer, Senior Project Fellow, Junior Project Fellow and Senior Research Fellow will be held on 28 July 2026. Interviews for Project Assistant and Field Assistant posts are scheduled for 29 July 2026. Candidates must complete registration between 9:00 AM and 10:15 AM on their respective interview date.
Conclusion
The FRI Dehradun Project Assistant, Field Assistant & Other Recruitment 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking temporary research and fellowship positions in the forestry and environmental sciences sector. With 12 project-based vacancies, attractive fellowship amounts and a direct Walk-in Interview selection process, eligible candidates should ensure they carry all required documents and report to the interview venue on the appropriate date. Before attending, applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification to verify the post-wise eligibility conditions and project requirements.
