Botanical Survey of India Recruitment 2026 – Apply for RA-III, JPF & Field Assistant Posts

By: Deepak Kumar

On: March 9, 2026

Botanical Survey of India Recruitment 2026 – Apply for RA-III, JPF & Field Assistant Posts

The Botanical Survey of India (BSI), Sikkim Himalayan Regional Centre (SHRC), Gangtok has released an official recruitment notification for project staff under the National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS) project titled “Assessment of Floristic Diversity in the Alpine High Altitude Wetland Complexes of Sikkim.”

Indian nationals with the required educational qualifications and the ability to work in high-altitude Himalayan terrain can apply for the posts of Research Associate-III (RA-III), Junior Project Fellow (JPF), and Field Assistant.

Eligible candidates must submit their CV along with supporting documents via email or by hand to the BSI-SHRC office on or before 25 March 2026. The recruitment will be purely temporary and co-terminus with the project duration.

Botanical Survey of India Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization Name	Botanical Survey of India (BSI), Sikkim Himalayan Regional Centre (SHRC)
Project Name	Assessment of Floristic Diversity in the Alpine High Altitude Wetland Complexes of Sikkim
Funding Agency	National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS), MoEF&CC, Government of India
Post Name	RA-III (Subject Expert), Junior Project Fellow (JPF), Field Assistant
Total Vacancies	05
Application Mode	Email or By Hand
Job Location	Gangtok, Sikkim
Salary / Pay Level	As per official notification
Official Website	As per official notification

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release	February / March 2026
Last Date to Send Application	25 March 2026
Interview Date	To be communicated to shortlisted candidates

Application Fee

Category	Fee
All Candidates	As per official notification

Age Limit

Criteria	Details
Minimum Age	As per official notification
Maximum Age	As per official notification

Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation
Reserved Categories	As per government rules

Eligibility Criteria – Educational Qualification

RA-III (Subject Expert)

Ph.D. in Plant Taxonomy
Minimum 5 years experience working with the flora of the Sikkim Alpine region
At least three publications in SCI journals

Junior Project Fellow (JPF)

M.Sc. in Botany with specialization in Plant Taxonomy or Ecology

Field Assistant

B.Sc. in Botany or Life Sciences

Desirable Experience

RA-III

Extensive field experience (up to 10 years) working with the Flora of Sikkim Himalaya

JPF

Experience in field data collection related to plant taxonomy or ecology

Field Assistant

Knowledge of plant collection methods, herbarium preparation, and data compilation
Fieldwork experience in Sikkim Himalaya

Vacancy Details

Post Name	Vacancies
Research Associate-III (RA-III)	1
Junior Project Fellow (JPF)	2
Field Assistant	2
Total	5

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on the following stages:

Application Scrutiny – Applications will be reviewed by the selection committee.
Shortlisting – Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria will be shortlisted.
Interview – Shortlisted candidates will appear for an interview either physically or via virtual mode.
Final Selection – Based on academic qualifications, experience, and interview performance.

Salary / Pay Scale

Post	Salary
Junior Project Fellow (JPF)	Rs. 24,000 per month + 10% HRA
Other Posts	As per official notification

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

Prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) with complete details.
Collect self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, and publication list (if applicable).
Attach all documents along with your CV.
Send the complete application via email to gangtokbsishrc@gmail.com.
Alternatively, submit the hard copy by hand to the office of the Principal Investigator at BSI-SHRC, Zero Point, Gangtok, Sikkim – 737103.
Ensure the application reaches on or before 25 March 2026.

Required Documents

Candidates should prepare the following documents before applying:

Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Educational qualification certificates
Experience certificates (if applicable)
Publication list (for RA-III post)
Identity proof
Self-attested copies of supporting documents

Important Links

Description	Link
Apply via Email (gangtokbsishrc@gmail.com.)	Apply via Email / By Hand
Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

FAQs – Botanical Survey of India Recruitment 2026

1. What is the last date to apply for Botanical Survey of India Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the application is 25 March 2026.

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

There are 5 vacancies for RA-III, Junior Project Fellow, and Field Assistant posts.

3. What is the salary for the Junior Project Fellow in BSI Recruitment 2026?

Selected candidates will receive Rs. 24,000 per month plus 10% HRA.

4. What is the qualification required for the JPF post in Botanical Survey of India Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must have M.Sc. in Botany with specialization in Plant Taxonomy or Ecology.

5. Can candidates attend the interview online in BSI Recruitment 2026?

Yes, shortlisted candidates can attend the interview physically or through virtual mode.

6. What is the job location for Botanical Survey of India Recruitment 2026?

The job location is Gangtok, Sikkim, with extensive fieldwork in the alpine region.

⚠️ Disclaimer:

Details provided here are for reference purposes only. Candidates must verify complete information from the official notification before applying.

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Botanical Survey of India Recruitment 2026 – Apply for RA-III, JPF & Field Assistant Posts