ASBB Recruitment 2026: Consultant, Project Associate & Support Staff Eligibility, Salary & How to Apply
If you hold an M.Sc. in Zoology or Wildlife Sciences and want field work in Assam, this one is for you. The Assam State Biodiversity Board (ASBB) has invited applications for 7 contractual project staff posts: Consultant (Biodiversity Expert), Project Associate (Wildlife) and Support Staff (Field Help). The work is part of the SWIFT wetland project, and pay runs from ₹20,000 to ₹70,000 per month. Read the Assam government jobs page as well for similar openings.
Please note this is an offline process. You must send a hard copy of your application so that it reaches ASBB, Guwahati by 5 PM on 5 November 2026. Emailed applications are rejected outright. Every engagement is for 3 months, and only Assam residents can apply. This guide on GovtJobsAlert.in covers posts, age, pay, selection and the exact steps. Read it fully so you do not miss any document.
Key Highlights – ASBB Project Staff Recruitment 2026
The Assam State Biodiversity Board was set up by the Government of Assam on 29 September 2010 to protect the state’s biodiversity. Under the SWIFT project it is surveying 74 selected wetlands (beels) across 23 districts, and these posts will assist that survey work.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Assam State Biodiversity Board (ASBB) |
| Advertisement No. | ABB/Consultancy/2026/722, dated 29 October 2026 |
| Posts | Consultant, Project Associate, Support Staff |
| Total Vacancies | 7 |
| Engagement | Contractual, 3 months |
| Job Location | Guwahati, with occasional travel within Assam |
| Domicile | Resident of Assam |
| Mode of Application | Offline (hard copy only) |
| Last Date | 5 November 2026, 5 PM |
How Many Vacancies Are There in ASBB Recruitment 2026?
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay per Month (Fixed) |
|---|---|---|
| Consultant – Biodiversity Expert | 3 | ₹70,000 |
| Project Associate (Wildlife) | 3 | ₹35,000 |
| Support Staff – Field Help | 1 | ₹20,000 |
The notification does not give any category-wise reservation, so no reserved-seat split is shown here.
What is the Eligibility for ASBB Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Essential Qualification and Experience |
|---|---|
| Consultant – Biodiversity Expert | M.Sc. in Zoology or Wildlife Sciences with minimum 10 years of experience |
| Project Associate (Wildlife) | M.Sc. in Zoology or Wildlife Sciences or allied subjects with minimum 2 years of experience |
| Support Staff – Field Help | Class XII pass with minimum 5 years of experience in externally aided projects |
If you have a post graduate degree in these subjects, check the experience line first, because every post sets minimum years of experience. Class XII candidates should also look at our 12th pass government jobs list.
Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Consultant – Biodiversity Expert | 35 to 65 years (relaxable up to 5 years for Retired University Professors) |
| Project Associate (Wildlife) | 25 to 45 years |
| Support Staff – Field Help | 35 to 45 years |
The application format asks for your age as on 1 October 2026. The notification mentions no other age relaxation.
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What the Job Involves
Selected staff will help with a biodiversity and wildlife assessment of 74 wetlands (beels) in 23 districts of Assam. The Terms of Reference list fish, amphibian, reptile, bird, plant and mammal surveys, species identification with conservation status, mapping of breeding and nesting areas, and recommendations to protect habitats during construction and later operation of the SWIFT project. Expect field visits and meetings with local communities, so be ready to travel.
Desirable Skills
The notification lists skills that are desirable, though English, Hindi and Assamese (oral and written) is mandatory for Consultant and Project Associate. For Support Staff, understanding all three is desirable.
- Consultant and Project Associate: identifying flora and fauna, running surveys with little supervision, PRA meetings, trainings, photo and video documentation, report layout, and MS Excel and Access.
- Consultant only: proven publications and records in the biodiversity sector.
- Support Staff: handling office work and Dak distribution.
- All posts: willingness to travel across Assam districts for data collection.
What is the Salary for ASBB Project Staff 2026?
The pay is a fixed monthly remuneration, with no pay level or allowances mentioned in the notification.
| Post | Remuneration per Month |
|---|---|
| Consultant – Biodiversity Expert | ₹70,000 |
| Project Associate (Wildlife) | ₹35,000 |
| Support Staff – Field Help | ₹20,000 |
Each engagement lasts only 3 months, so treat this as short-term project work, not a regular government post. For longer-term work, also see our state government jobs list. Ask yourself whether the three-month term and the travel fit your plans before you apply.
What is the Selection Process for ASBB Project Staff 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Applications are screened and only shortlisted candidates are called |
| Personal Interview | No TA/DA is paid for attending |
The notification gives no interview date and no marks scheme. ASBB also reserves the right to change the advertisement and the selection procedure. Keep an eye on the official website for any change. The notification names only shortlisting and an interview, so your application is the first thing the board sees. Make the statement of suitability specific: name the surveys you have run, the species groups you know, the districts you have worked in and the software you use. The notification does not state how applications are shortlisted.
How to Apply Offline for ASBB Project Staff 2026?
Keep ready a self-attested Aadhar or PAN copy, a passport size photo, attested copies of your educational certificates and attested copies of experience certificates, if you have any.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Copy the prescribed application format printed in the notification (the last page of the PDF in Essential Links) |
| 2 | Write the post applied for at the top and fill every field, including your age as on 1 October 2026 |
| 3 | Write the statement of suitability (mandatory, within 500 words) |
| 4 | Paste your passport size photo and sign the declaration |
| 5 | Attach the Aadhar or PAN copy and attested certificates |
| 6 | Send the hard copy to the Assam State Biodiversity Board, Aranya Bhawan, 2nd Floor, Panjabari, Guwahati-781037 |
Make sure it reaches the office by 5 PM on 5 November 2026. Speed post or courier with tracking is the safer choice, but the notification does not prescribe a mode, so choose one that gets it there in time. Do not email your application, because it will be summarily rejected. A wrong detail found later can lead to disqualification or termination of the contract.
What are the Important Dates for ASBB Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 29 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Reach ASBB | 5 November 2026, 5 PM |
| Interview Date | Not announced |
Is There an Application Fee for ASBB Recruitment 2026?
The notification does not mention any application fee, so none is shown here. Do not send any payment with your application unless ASBB says so on its official website.
Essential Links – ASBB Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF (ABB/Consultancy/2026/722 with Terms of Reference)
- Visit ASBB Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Assam Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you meet the experience requirement, do not wait. The window is short, and a hard copy takes time to reach Guwahati, so post it early and keep your receipt. The last date is 5 November 2026, 5 PM. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Assam government jobs and fresh updates.