WII Recruitment 2026: Project Associate I, Project Associate II, Project Assistant & Other Posts – Eligibility, Salary & How to Apply
The Wildlife Institute of India (WII), an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has announced 19 project positions across four research projects. The posts are Project Associate I (7), Project Associate II (5), Project Assistant (4), Senior Project Associate (2) and Administrative Assistant (1). Monthly emoluments run from Rs 24,000 + HRA to Rs 57,000 + HRA, and only Indian nationals can apply.
This is a project-based recruitment, so these jobs last for the project period and are not permanent government posts. Applications are open from 17 October 2026 and close on 1 November 2026, so you have about two weeks. If you hold a science degree, a social science master’s or even a graduation in any subject, one of these posts may fit you. Read the row for your own post below, and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more other government jobs.
What are the Key Highlights of WII Recruitment 2026?
The Wildlife Institute of India at Chandrabani, Dehradun is known for training, academic courses and advice on wildlife research and management. Through its Recruitment and Placement Cell it now wants staff for research projects on freshwater biodiversity, island birds, sea turtles and wild cat conservation. Some posts are based at the National PMU in Delhi or in the project landscapes named in the table below.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Wildlife Institute of India, Recruitment and Placement Cell, Dehradun |
| Advertisement No. | WII/ADVT. 1/RP-CELL/October, 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 19 positions (14 position rows in 4 projects) |
| Nature of Posts | Temporary, for the project period only |
| Application Window | 17 October 2026 to 1 November 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online only; no printed copy is considered |
How Many Vacancies are there in WII Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Positions | Rows in Notification |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate I | 7 | 01(2), 01(3), 01(4) |
| Project Associate II | 5 | 01(1), 04(3) to 04(6) |
| Project Assistant | 4 | 01(5), 02(2), 03(1) |
| Senior Project Associate | 2 | 04(1), 04(2) |
| Administrative Assistant | 1 | 02(1) |
Every position row, with the project it belongs to, is below. The notification gives no category-wise split of these seats.
| Ref | Post | Positions |
|---|---|---|
| 01(1) | Project Associate II | 1 |
| 01(2) | Project Associate I | 5 |
| 01(3) | Project Associate I (Social) | 1 |
| 01(4) | Project Associate I (Spatial analyst) | 1 |
| 01(5) | Project Assistant | 1 |
| 02(1) | Administrative Assistant | 1 |
| 02(2) | Project Assistant | 1 |
| 03(1) | Project Assistant | 2 |
| 04(1) | Senior Project Associate (Component 2, Dudhwa Landscape) | 1 |
| 04(2) | Senior Project Associate (Component 3, Pakke-Eaglenest Landscape) | 1 |
| 04(3) | Project Associate II (Capacity Development, Dudhwa) | 1 |
| 04(4) | Project Associate II (Capacity Development, Pakke-Eaglenest) | 1 |
| 04(5) | Project Associate II (Community Wildlife Monitoring, Dudhwa) | 1 |
| 04(6) | Project Associate II (Community Wildlife Monitoring, Pakke-Eaglenest) | 1 |
Most posts are one-year project posts, and several are field jobs in remote places, so think about the work before you apply. The four projects are the Singoli Bhatwari hydro-electric impact study (01), the Nicobar Megapode study (02), the Sea Turtle monitoring project in Andaman & Nicobar (03) and the small cat and leopard conservation project (04).
What is the Eligibility for WII Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| 01(1) Project Associate II | Master’s in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing, GIS, Forestry Sciences or freshwater ecology) AND two years of experience after the Master’s |
| 01(2) Project Associate I | Master’s in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, freshwater ecology or Life Sciences) |
| 01(3) Project Associate I (Social) | Master’s in any Social Science discipline (Geography, Economics, Social Work, Anthropology) |
| 01(4) Project Associate I (Spatial analyst) | Master’s in Engineering/Technology (Remote Sensing and GIS or Geoinformatics) OR Master’s in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Life Sciences, Remote Sensing and GIS or Geoinformatics) |
| 01(5), 02(2), 03(1) Project Assistant | Bachelor’s in Science (Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Marine Sciences, Marine Biology, Environmental Sciences, Geoinformatics, Life Sciences, Agricultural or Forestry) |
| 02(1) Administrative Assistant | Graduation in any discipline |
| 04(1), 04(2) Senior Project Associate | Route 1: four-year Bachelor’s in Natural Sciences plus four years of R&D experience after it. Route 2: Master’s in Natural Sciences plus four years of R&D experience after it. Route 3: Doctoral degree in Science |
| 04(3) to 04(6) Project Associate II | Route 1: four-year Bachelor’s in Natural Sciences plus two years of relevant R&D or scientific experience after it. Route 2: Master’s in Natural Sciences plus two years of the same experience |
The “desirable” experience listed for each post is a preference, not a bar, but it can help your shortlisting score. Candidates from Andaman and Nicobar are preferred for the sea turtle Project Assistant posts, and Project Assistant candidates who hold a Master’s degree are preferred for the Nicobar Megapode post. Read your own row twice, because the Associate II rows under project 04 ask for experience after the degree, and the Senior Project Associate rows ask for four years.
If you are choosing between two posts, pick the one where your degree is named in the list. You can apply to a maximum of two, so use that limit wisely.
Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | 40 years |
| Project Associate I and II | 35 years |
| Project Assistant | 50 years |
| Administrative Assistant | 50 years |
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Upper-age relaxation follows the DoPT order of 27 March 2012: SC/ST up to 5 years and OBC up to 3 years. The notification lists no other category. It does not state an as-on date for age.
What is the Salary for WII Project Posts 2026?
| Post | Monthly Emoluments |
|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | Rs 57,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate II | Rs 42,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified); Rs 33,000 + HRA (non-NET or GATE) |
| Project Associate I | Rs 37,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified); Rs 30,000 + HRA (non-NET or GATE) |
| Project Assistant | Rs 27,000 + HRA |
| Administrative Assistant | Rs 24,000 + HRA |
The NET or GATE benefit is a jump of Rs 7,000 a month for Project Associate I and Rs 9,000 for Project Associate II, so mention your qualification clearly in the form and attach the proof. Project duration is one year for most posts. The Administrative Assistant, Nicobar Megapode Project Assistant and sea turtle Project Assistant posts say the project is likely to be extended.
What is the Selection Process for WII Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Based on essential qualification, age limit, marks in Bachelor’s or Master’s, specialization relevance, research experience and publications, as per WII rules |
| Online interview | Top 10 shortlisted candidates for each project or position are called |
| Selection Committee | A duly constituted committee runs the process |
| Joining | Original documents are verified at joining |
Do not expect a quick call just for meeting the minimum. Only the top ten per project or position go to the online interview, so your marks and relevance matter a lot. Shortlisting marks (out of 50) differ by post. For Project Assistants, 25 marks go to percentage in Bachelor’s and 25 to specialization relevance. For Project Associate I, 25 marks go to percentage in Master’s and 25 to relevance. For Project Associate II and Senior Project Associate, 5 marks are for NET (UGC/CSIR/ICAR with JRFship or WII-NET), 25 for percentage in post graduation, 10 for research or work experience and 10 for publications.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Post
These clauses are easy to skip, yet each one can end your candidature. Go through them before you pay the fee.
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Incomplete application | Applications without proof of age, qualification, experience dates, photograph, signature or fee receipt are liable to be rejected |
| Fee receipt | Failing to upload the fee receipt leads to rejection |
| Two-post limit | You may apply for a maximum of two positions, each with its own form, documents and fee |
| Interview call | Meeting the minimum qualification does not entitle you to an interview |
| NOC | Current WII project staff and PhD scholars must attach a No Objection Certificate not older than one month before the last date |
| No Dues | Candidates who earlier worked at WII must upload a No Dues certificate |
| False information | Anyone found concealing or misrepresenting facts will not be considered, or will be terminated |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form is liable to rejection |
| Temporary posts | Posts are temporary and stand abolished when the project ends |
| Lower grade | An unsuitable candidate may be offered a lower-grade position on the Interview Committee’s advice |
| Final say | The Director may reject any application with or without giving a reason |
How to Apply Online for WII Recruitment 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Pay the fee to the WII bank account or UPI QR code given in the notification and keep the receipt |
| 2 | Open the WII recruitment application portal (link in Essential Links below) |
| 3 | Choose the position that matches your education and experience |
| 4 | Fill in the form; enter education exactly as on your marksheets |
| 5 | Upload certificates, passport photo, signature and the fee receipt |
| 6 | Submit, then save the confirmation for your records |
Take the time to enter your education exactly as it appears on your marksheets, because the notification asks for this and a mismatch can sink the form. Do not wait for the last evening, since the fee receipt has to be uploaded with the application. Keep your age proof, marksheets, experience letters showing start and end dates, and category certificate scanned and ready first. Applying for a second position means a separate form, set of documents and fee.
What are the Important Dates for WII Recruitment 2026?
The notification gives no dates yet for the shortlist or the interview. The list of shortlisted candidates and the interview result will be put up in the Latest News section of the WII website, so check it often after you apply.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application opens | 17 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 1 November 2026 |
What is the Application Fee for WII Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 500 application fee |
| SC, ST, OBC, EWS (Non-General) and Physically Challenged | Exempted from the application fee, but must pay Rs 100 as Application Processing Fee |
The fee wording is exactly as printed in the notification. Payment is by Online Banking, NEFT, RTGS, electronic mode or UPI QR code. The Rs 100 processing fee may also be paid offline at any bank. The fee is non-refundable, even if your application is rejected or not shortlisted.
WII Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for WII Recruitment 2026 – 19 Project Associate, Project Assistant & Other Posts
- Visit WII Official Website
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If you are a graduate or post graduate with a love for wildlife and field work, this is a real chance to join a research project at a respected institute. Pick the post that matches your degree, gather your documents today and apply by 1 November 2026. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more such updates.