Wildlife Institute of India Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Project Scientist, Project Associate & Other Posts

Wildlife Institute of India Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Wildlife Institute of India has released the Wildlife Institute of India Recruitment 2026 notification for multiple project-based research positions. Interested candidates can apply online for roles such asProject Scientist-I, Senior Project Associate, Project Associate-I and Project Associate-II.

According to the official notification (Advt. No. WII/ADVT. 1/RP–CELL/ March, 2026), the institute has announced 08 different categories of project positions for wildlife conservation and biodiversity research projects. The online application process begins 19 March 2026 and will remain open until 3 April 2026.

Candidates withMaster’s or Doctoral Degrees in Natural or Agricultural Sciences can apply for these research opportunities. Selection will be done through shortlisting and an online interview.

Job Overview

Details	Information
Organization Name	Wildlife Institute of India (WII)
Post Name	Project Scientist-I, Senior Project Associate, Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II
Total Vacancies	08 Different Categories of Positions
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	As per project requirement
Salary / Pay Level	₹30,000 – ₹77,000 + HRA (depending on post)
Official Website	wii.gov.in

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start Date	19 March 2026
Last Date to Apply	3 April 2026
Interview	As per official notification

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General	₹500
SC / ST / OBC / EWS / Physically Challenged	₹100

Payment Mode: Online Banking / NEFT / RTGS / UPI to WII bank account.

Age Limit

Post	Maximum Age
Project Scientist – I	45 Years
Senior Project Associate	40 Years
Project Associate – II	35 Years
Project Associate – I	35 Years

Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation
SC / ST	5 Years
OBC	3 Years

Eligibility Criteria – Educational Qualification

Post	Qualification
Project Scientist – I	Doctoral Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science / Ecology / Biodiversity & Conservation)
Senior Project Associate	Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Forestry) with 4 years R&D experience
Project Associate – II	Master’s Degree in relevant discipline with 4 years R&D experience
Project Associate – I	Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science / Zoology / Ecology / Life Sciences) or Agricultural Sciences

Experience

Experience requirements are post-specific as mentioned above.

Vacancy Details

Project Title	Post	Vacancies
Mammalian Population Assessment in Meghalaya	Project Associate – I	1
Strengthening Conservation of Wild Cat Landscapes	Project Scientist – I (Ecology)	1
Strengthening Conservation of Wild Cat Landscapes	Senior Project Associate	1
Strengthening Conservation of Wild Cat Landscapes	Project Associate – I (Ecology)	1
Assessing Status of Blackbuck & HWC in Kaimoor WLS	Project Associate – I	1
Biodiversity Impact Assessment for Kaimoor WLS	Project Associate – II	1
Biodiversity Impact Assessment for Kaimoor WLS	Project Associate – I	2

Selection Process

The selection process includes the following stages:

Application Shortlisting
Online Interview

Shortlisting will be based on qualification, marks, specialization relevance, experience, and publications.

Salary / Pay Scale

Post	Salary
Project Scientist – I	₹77,000 + HRA
Senior Project Associate	₹57,000 + HRA
Project Associate – II	₹50,400 (Consolidated)
Project Associate – I (with NET/GATE)	₹37,000 + HRA
Project Associate – I (without NET/GATE)	₹30,000 + HRA
Project Associate – I (Biodiversity Project)	₹37,200 (Consolidated)

How to Apply Online

Candidates can apply online by following these steps:

Visit the official recruitment portal.
Open the WII Recruitment 2026 application link.
Read the instructions carefully before filling the form.
Enter personal, educational, and contact details.
Upload scanned documents and photographs.
Pay the application fee online.
Review all information carefully.
Submit the form and download a copy for future reference.

Note: Candidates can apply for a maximum of two posts. Separate applications and fees are required for each post.

Required Documents

Applicants should keep the following documents ready:

Passport size photograph
Digital signature
Educational certificates and mark sheets
Work experience certificates
Category certificate (if applicable)
NET / GATE certificate (if applicable)
Publications (if any)
Application fee payment receipt

Important Links

Resource	Link
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

FAQs – Wildlife Institute of India Recruitment 2026

1. What is the last date to apply for Wildlife Institute of India Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 3 April 2026.

2. How many vacancies are available in WII Recruitment 2026?

There are 08 different categories of project-based positions announced.

3. What is the application fee for WII Project Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is ₹500 for General category and ₹100 for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Physically Challenged candidates.

4. What is the selection process for Wildlife Institute of India Recruitment 2026?

The selection process consists of:

Application Shortlisting
Online Interview

5. What is the salary for Project Scientist in WII 2026 recruitment?

Selected candidates for Project Scientist – I will receive ₹77,000 per month + HRA.

6. What qualification is required for Project Associate posts in WII Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences, Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Life Sciences, or Agricultural Sciences.

⚠️ Disclaimer:

Details are for reference only. Candidates must verify all information from the official website before applying.

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Wildlife Institute of India Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Project Scientist, Project Associate & Other Posts