Uttarakhand Forest Department Senior Consultant Recruitment 2026

Qualification: Master's Degree in Science / Wildlife Sciences / Environmental Science / Forestry or Equivalent Professional Diploma in Forestry with Required Experience

Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Science, Wildlife Sciences, Environmental Science or Forestry from a recognized University or Institution. An equivalent professional diploma in Forestry is also acceptable. Professional Experience: Candidates must have a minimum of 20 years of professional experience in forests, wildlife management, forest conservation and/or environmental governance. Senior Leadership Experience: At least 2 years of service in a senior leadership or apex-level position is required. Regional Experience: Candidates should have demonstrated experience and familiarity with the forestry and wildlife context of Uttarakhand or Himalayan/hill forest States. Legal and Regulatory Knowledge: Applicants should have good working knowledge of relevant Central and State Acts, Rules and Regulations governing forestry and wildlife management. Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills in Hindi and English are required. Age Limit: The maximum age limit is 65 years as on 01 April 2026.

Maximum 65 Years as on 01-04-2026

• Completed Application Form
• Recent Photograph
• Signature
• Valid ID Proof
• Educational Qualification Certificates
• Professional Diploma Certificate, if applicable
• Professional Experience Certificates
• Senior Leadership / Apex-Level Experience Proof
• Age Proof
• Other Relevant Certificates and Supporting Documents

1. 1Preliminary Scrutiny by Screening Cell
2. 2Shortlisting by Selection Committee
3. 3Interaction / Interview / Presentation before Selection Committee
4. 4Marks-Based Evaluation
5. 5Vigilance Clearance
6. 6Antecedent Verification
7. 7Document Verification
8. 8Recommendation and Approval by Competent Authority

No written examination pattern has been specified for the Uttarakhand Forest Department Senior Consultant Recruitment 2026. The selection procedure is based on scrutiny of applications, shortlisting, interaction/interview/presentation, marks-based evaluation and subsequent verification stages. Candidates should prepare to demonstrate their professional knowledge, leadership experience and familiarity with forestry, wildlife management, forest conservation and environmental governance during the selection process.

A detailed subject-wise syllabus has not been provided in the available recruitment source. Since the selection process includes interaction, interview or presentation before the Selection Committee, candidates should carefully review their professional experience and the eligibility areas mentioned for the post. No specific written examination, question distribution, marks scheme or prescribed syllabus has been mentioned.

Visit the official website of the Uttarakhand Forest Department. Read the Senior Consultant (Forestry & Wildlife) recruitment notification carefully. Download the prescribed application form from the official website. Fill in all required details carefully and accurately. Attach self-attested copies of the required documents and certificates. Check the completed application form and supporting documents before dispatch. Send the application to the address specified in the official notification through Speed Post, Registered Post or as otherwise instructed. Ensure that the completed application reaches the concerned authority on or before 25 July 2026. Keep a photocopy of the completed application form and submitted documents for future reference.

Introduction Uttarakhand Forest Department has announced the Senior Consultant Recruitment 2026 for the post of Senior Consultant (Forestry & Wildlife). The recruitment is for a contractual position intended for a highly experienced professional in forestry, wildlife management, forest conservation or environmental governance. A total of 1 vacancy has been announced. Eligible candidates can apply through offline mode, and the completed application must reach the prescribed authority by 25 July 2026. Vacancy Overview The recruitment offers 1 post of Senior Consultant (Forestry & Wildlife). No category-wise distribution for General, OBC, SC, ST or EWS candidates has been mentioned. The post is contractual in nature. Candidates applying for this senior-level position must satisfy the prescribed educational, professional experience and age requirements. Eligibility Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Science, Wildlife Sciences, Environmental Science or Forestry from a recognized University or Institution. An equivalent professional diploma in Forestry is also accepted. Applicants must have a minimum of 20 years of professional experience in forests, wildlife management, forest conservation and/or environmental governance. Out of the required experience, at least 2 years must have been spent in a senior leadership or apex-level position. Candidates should also have demonstrated experience and familiarity with the forestry and wildlife context of Uttarakhand or Himalayan/hill forest States. Good working knowledge of relevant Central and State Acts, Rules and Regulations governing forestry and wildlife management is required. Candidates must also possess excellent communication skills in Hindi and English. Age Limit The maximum age limit is 65 years as on 01 April 2026. Specific category-wise age relaxation has not been mentioned in the available recruitment details. Salary The selected Senior Consultant (Forestry & Wildlife) will receive a monthly salary ranging from Rs. 2,00,000 to Rs. 2,25,000. No additional salary components or allowances have been specified in the available recruitment information. Selection Process The selection procedure begins with preliminary scrutiny of applications by a screening cell. Applications meeting the required conditions will be considered for shortlisting by the Selection Committee. Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interaction, interview or presentation before the Selection Committee. The recruitment process also includes marks-based evaluation. Candidates progressing through the selection stages will undergo vigilance clearance, antecedent verification and document verification. The final stage consists of recommendation and approval by the competent authority. Application Process Candidates must apply through offline mode. Applicants should first read the recruitment notification carefully and download the prescribed application form from the official website of the Uttarakhand Forest Department. The application form should be completed with correct personal, educational and professional details. Candidates must attach self-attested copies of the required supporting documents. After checking all entries, the completed application should be sent to the address mentioned in the official notification through Speed Post, Registered Post or the method specifically prescribed by the department. Candidates must ensure that the application reaches the concerned authority before the closing date. A photocopy of the submitted form and supporting documents should be retained for future reference. Important Dates The indicative start date of the application process is 01 May 2026. The last date for receipt of the completed application is 25 July 2026. The age limit will be calculated with reference to 01 April 2026. Conclusion Uttarakhand Forest Department Senior Consultant Recruitment 2026 provides 1 contractual opportunity for an experienced forestry and wildlife professional. Applicants need the prescribed postgraduate qualification or equivalent professional diploma, along with at least 20 years of relevant professional experience. A minimum of 2 years in a senior leadership or apex-level position is also required. The selected candidate will receive a monthly salary of Rs. 2,00,000 to Rs. 2,25,000. Eligible candidates should complete the offline application process carefully and ensure that their application reaches the prescribed authority by 25 July 2026.