Jharkhand Forest Department Recruitment 2026 Walk-in: Research Associate, Senior Project Associate, Project Associate & Lab Technician Jobs
Good news for science graduates and post graduates in Jharkhand. The Office of the Conservator of Forest, Plantation Research & Evaluation, Ranchi has invited candidates to a walk-in interview for 6 project posts: Research Associate, Senior Project Associate, Project Associate and Lab Technician. Monthly pay runs from Rs 20,000 to Rs 58,000, plus 18% HRA. There is no online form and no application to post, so you simply turn up with your papers.
The walk-in is on 21 November 2026 at Van Bhawan, Doranda, Ranchi. Reporting is 10:00 to 11:00 AM and the interview starts from 11:30 AM. Read the post-wise qualification and age below with care, because the age limits differ and a mistake can cost you the day. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Jharkhand government jobs.
Key Highlights of Jharkhand Forest Department Recruitment 2026
The Department of Forest, Environment & Climate Change, Government of Jharkhand, runs this project from the office of the Conservator of Forest, Plantation Research & Evaluation. The work is mapping Candidate Plus Trees and Seed Production Areas of native tree species, and setting up a seed testing lab and seed processing unit.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Conservator of Forest, Plantation Research & Evaluation, Jharkhand, Ranchi |
| Advertisement No. | R-1/2026-27 |
| Posts | Research Associate, Senior Project Associate, Project Associate, Lab Technician |
| Total Vacancies | 6 |
| Project Period | 4 years |
| Nature of Job | Purely temporary, co-terminus with the project |
| Walk-in Date | 21 November 2026 |
| Venue | Block-B, Van Bhawan, Doranda, Ranchi-834002 (Palas Sabhagar) |
How Many Vacancies in Jharkhand Forest Department Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Vacancies | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Research Associate | 1 | Project |
| Senior Project Associate | 2 | 1 Seed Processing Unit + 1 Seed Testing Lab |
| Project Associate | 2 | 1 Seed Processing Unit + 1 Seed Testing Lab |
| Lab Technician | 1 | Project |
The notification gives no category-wise split of these seats. Total seats are small, so every seat matters. Senior Project Associate and Project Associate each have one seat in the Seed Processing Unit and one in the Seed Testing Lab; the notice does not say how units are allotted. Posts are filled on a purely temporary basis for this project only, so do not expect a permanent government job from this walk-in. It is, however, a useful research credential for a young graduate.
What is the Eligibility for Jharkhand Forest Department Posts 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Research Associate | M.Sc. in Agriculture (Seed Science & Technology / Plant Breeding), OR M.Sc. in Forestry / Botany with experience in Seed Science & Technology |
| Senior Project Associate | Same M.Sc. subjects as Research Associate (NET / Ph.D. condition is not stated for this post) |
| Project Associate | B.Sc. in Agriculture, OR B.Sc. in Forestry, OR B.Sc. in Botany |
| Lab Technician | B.Sc. in Agriculture, OR B.Sc. in Forestry, OR B.Sc. in Botany |
For both M.Sc. level posts you need First Class or 60% marks or an equivalent grade point average. For Research Associate, candidates with a 3-year bachelor’s plus 2-year master’s must also hold NET (UGC, CSIR, ICAR or ICFRE) or a Ph.D. in the above subjects. If you hold a post graduate degree or a graduate degree in these subjects, check your own row carefully.
Desirable Experience (not compulsory)
| Post | Desirable Qualification |
|---|---|
| Research Associate | 4 years in research and development in seed testing labs or seed processing units; willingness to work in forests with forest communities; report and article drafting |
| Senior Project Associate | 2 years in the same field; understanding of forestry application and data compilation |
| Project Associate | Seed collection, field data recording, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) |
| Lab Technician | Laboratory analysis of samples and data, data recording, computer knowledge |
Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Research Associate | 35 years |
| Senior Project Associate | 28 years |
| Project Associate | 30 years |
| Lab Technician | 30 years |
Age is counted as on 21 November 2026, the interview date. The notification gives a further relaxation of 4 years to SC, ST, OBC and women candidates as per approved rules. It states no minimum age.
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Note that Senior Project Associate has a lower limit than Project Associate. Do not assume all four posts share one limit. Count your exact age on the interview date before you travel, and carry proof of your date of birth and, if you claim relaxation, your category or other supporting certificate.
Medical Fitness
You must be medically fit to work in different forest areas of Jharkhand. The project involves field work in forests, so think honestly about whether you can travel and work outdoors before you apply.
What is the Salary for Jharkhand Forest Department Posts 2026?
| Post | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|
| Research Associate | Rs 58,000 + 18% HRA |
| Senior Project Associate | Rs 42,000 + 18% HRA |
| Project Associate | Rs 25,000 + 18% HRA |
| Lab Technician | Rs 20,000 + 18% HRA |
These are the monthly amounts as printed in the notification, and each is paid with 18% HRA. Each pay entry is printed as “for 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Year”. It does not state a first-year amount, so ask at the venue if you want clarity. The initial appointment is for one year or up to the project period, as the case may be.
What is the Selection Process for Jharkhand Forest Department Posts 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Qualifying written test | May be conducted before the interview |
| Walk-in interview | Before the selection committee on 21 November 2026 |
The notification gives no exam pattern or syllabus, and it says only that a qualifying test “may be” held, so it is not certain. The notice does not say what the test covers, its marks or its duration.
The Conservator also reserves the right to cancel or postpone the interview. All changes are uploaded only on the official website, so check it again a day before you travel.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Post
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Late reporting | Candidates arriving after the enrolment time (10:00 to 11:00 AM) may not ordinarily be entertained |
| Contract nature | The post is purely contractual, co-terminus with the project, with no provision for regularisation |
| Termination | The Conservator may cancel or postpone the interview and end the contract before the project finishes, and no appeal will be entertained |
| Travel | No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview |
| Changes | Any change in the advertisement will be uploaded only on the official website |
How to Apply for Jharkhand Forest Department Recruitment 2026 Walk-in?
This is a walk-in, so there is no online form or postal application.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Check that you meet the qualification and age limit for your post |
| 2 | Prepare your biodata and a passport size photograph |
| 3 | Collect original certificates and attested photocopies of all certificates, mark sheets, degree and testimonials |
| 4 | Reach Van Bhawan, Doranda, Ranchi (Palas Sabhagar) for enrolment between 10:00 and 11:00 AM on 21 November 2026 |
| 5 | Appear before the selection committee, with the interview from 11:30 AM |
The notice gives two timings. Its first page says 10:00 AM, while the terms say the interview starts at 11:30 AM and enrolment is only 10:00 to 11:00 AM. The safe plan is simple: reach the venue by 10:00 AM and never later than 11:00 AM.
Keep your original documents and attested copies in one folder, in the order of your qualification. Carry extra photocopies and a few passport size photographs. If you are applying for more than one post, check the notification again, because each post asks for a different degree and has its own age limit. Plan your travel to Ranchi a day early if you live far away, since the notification clearly says no TA/DA will be paid.
What are the Important Dates for Jharkhand Forest Department Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Walk-in enrolment | 21 November 2026, 10:00 to 11:00 AM |
| Interview starts | 21 November 2026, from 11:30 AM |
Is There an Application Fee for Jharkhand Forest Department Posts 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Not mentioned in the notification |
The notification mentions no application fee. It says only that no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Jharkhand Forest Department Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit Jharkhand Forest Department (CF Plantation Research & Evaluation) Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Jharkhand Government Jobs Telegram Channel
This is a four-year project with real research work in seed science, and it is a good start if you want a career in forestry or agriculture research. Remember that the posts are temporary and end with the project, so apply with that in mind. If you have the right B.Sc. or M.Sc. and can work in forest areas, do not let this walk-in slip away. Be at Van Bhawan, Ranchi, by 11:00 AM on 21 November 2026 with all your original certificates and attested copies. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in and see more Jharkhand govt jobs for fresh updates.