WII 2026 Bharti: A Rare Chance to Join India’s Top Wildlife Projects
The Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun — one of the country’s most respected research institutions under the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change — has invited online applications for 38 project posts across 10 major wildlife research programmes. If you are a Natural Sciences, Forestry, Veterinary or Environment Sciences graduate or post-graduate, this is a unique opportunity to work on flagship projects like Bringing Back the Cheetah to India, All India Tiger Estimation 2026 and Project Great Indian Bustard. Monthly emoluments range from Rs 24,000 to Rs 77,000 plus HRA, depending on the post.
Online applications opened on 15 May 2026 and close on 29 May 2026 — a short 15-day window. The selection is purely merit-based with an online interview for shortlisted candidates. WII has its headquarters in Dehradun, but field postings span Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat and Bihar. For full eligibility, post-wise pay, project descriptions and direct apply link, scroll down. You can also explore more Uttarakhand government jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.
Key Highlights — WII Various Project Posts Recruitment 2026
The Wildlife Institute of India is India’s premier wildlife training and research institute. Working on a WII project gives you direct field exposure, peer-reviewed publication opportunities and a foot in the door of India’s growing conservation economy. Engagements are temporary and tied to project duration (usually 1 year, extendable).
- Recruiting Body: Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun
- Advertisement Number: WII/ADVT. 2/RP-CELL / May, 2026
- Total Vacancies: 38 across 10 projects
- Pay Range: Rs 24,000 – Rs 77,000 + HRA (post-wise)
- Application Mode: Online only — wiirp.com/application.php
- Last Date: 29 May 2026
Vacancy Breakdown — WII Project Posts 2026
The 38 posts are spread across 8 designation categories. The post-wise breakdown is:
| Designation | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist – I | 5 |
| Principal Project Associate | 1 |
| Senior Project Associate | 3 |
| Project Associate – II | 9 |
| Project Associate – I | 7 |
| Project Assistant (incl. Hormone / Genetics) | 7 |
| Administrative Assistant | 2 |
| Field Worker (Conservation Breeding) | 3 |
| Total | 38 |
These 38 posts are distributed across 10 named projects including the Cheetah Re-introduction Project (12 posts — the largest pool), All India Tiger Estimation 2026, Project Great Indian Bustard (7 posts), Sanjay Gandhi NP Twin Tunnel Wildlife Study, Samruddhi Expressway Wildlife Monitoring and Vidarbha Tiger Monitoring.
Eligibility Criteria — WII Various Project Posts 2026
Educational Qualification
Eligibility is strictly post-specific. A candidate may apply for a maximum of 2 positions (separate fee each).
- Project Scientist – I: Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.) in Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Geoinformatics, Life Sciences or Forestry Sciences.
- Principal Project Associate: 4-year Bachelor’s or Master’s in Natural / Agricultural / Forestry Sciences with 8 years’ experience.
- Senior Project Associate: 4-year Bachelor’s or Master’s in Natural / Agricultural / Forestry Sciences with 4 years’ experience, or a Doctoral Degree.
- Project Associate – II: Master’s or 4-year Bachelor’s in Natural / Agricultural / Forestry Sciences with 2 years’ experience.
- Project Associate – I: Master’s or 4-year Bachelor’s in Natural / Agricultural / Forestry Sciences. NET / GATE qualified candidates get higher emoluments.
- Project Assistant: Bachelor’s in Natural / Agricultural / Forestry Sciences, or a 3-year Diploma in Engineering.
- Administrative Assistant: Graduate Degree in any discipline.
- Field Worker: Graduate Degree in any discipline.
This is a great opportunity if you have a post graduate degree in life sciences or wildlife studies.
Age Limit (as on last date)
- Project Scientist / Principal / Senior Project Associate / Field Worker: Up to 35 – 40 years
- Project Associate II / I: Up to 35 years
- Project Assistant / Administrative Assistant: Up to 50 years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST — 5 years; OBC — 3 years; PwD / Ex-Servicemen — as per GoI norms.
What is the Salary for WII Project Posts 2026?
WII pays one of the most competitive consolidated emoluments among Indian research institutions. The figures below are monthly and include HRA where applicable.
- Project Scientist – I: Rs 77,000 + HRA
- Principal Project Associate: Rs 67,000 + HRA
- Senior Project Associate: Rs 57,000 + HRA
- Project Associate – II: Rs 42,000 (NET/GATE) or Rs 33,000 + HRA (non-NET/GATE)
- Project Associate – I: Rs 37,000 (NET/GATE) or Rs 30,000 + HRA (non-NET/GATE)
- Project Assistant: Rs 27,000
- Administrative Assistant / Field Worker: Rs 24,000 + HRA
The in-hand monthly salary varies from Rs 24,000 at entry positions to Rs 77,000 + HRA for Project Scientist – I roles. NET / GATE qualification gives an instant pay bump for Project Associate posts, so always mention your NET/GATE certificate in the application form.
What is the Selection Process for WII Project Posts 2026?
The selection runs entirely online and is purely merit-based — there is no separate written exam.
- Application Screening — applications are short-listed on essential qualification, age, percentage marks in Bachelor’s and Master’s, specialisation relevance, research experience and peer-reviewed publications.
- Online Interview — the top 10 candidates per position are invited to an online interview before a Selection Committee.
- Document Verification — original certificates are verified at the time of joining.
- The screening uses a 50-mark scale (per position) with weightage on qualifying marks, specialisation relevance and research output.
Final results, interview schedules and shortlists are uploaded on wii.gov.in/news, so candidates must keep checking the page after the application window closes.
How to Apply Online for WII Project Posts 2026?
- Visit wiirp.com/application.php before 29 May 2026.
- Click on the relevant project / position and start a fresh registration with name, email and mobile.
- Fill in academic qualifications, experience, NET/GATE details and research publications.
- Pay the application fee online — Rs 500 for General / Rs 100 (processing fee only) for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD.
- Upload the prescribed self-attested documents (mark sheets, certificates, experience letters).
- You may apply for a maximum of 2 positions — each one requires a separate application form and a separate fee payment.
- Submit the form and download the acknowledgement.
Printed or offline applications will not be accepted. For details, queries and shortlists, candidates should refer to wiirp.com and wii.gov.in/recruitments only.
Important Dates — WII Various Project Posts 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application opens | 15 May 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 29 May 2026 |
| Maximum applications per candidate | 2 positions |
| Interview / shortlist | To be notified on wii.gov.in/news |
Application Fees — WII Project Posts 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 500 |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD | Rs 100 (processing fee only) |
Fees are non-refundable and payable through online banking, NEFT / RTGS, UPI or electronic mode to the prescribed WII Union Bank account.
Essential Links — WII Various Project Posts Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for WII Project Posts 2026
- Visit WII Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Uttarakhand Government Jobs Telegram Channel
WII recruitments do not come every month, and the chance to work on tiger, cheetah or bustard projects is genuinely rare in India. Apply well before 29 May 2026, because the portal slows down in the last 24 hours. For more such research and conservation openings, visit GovtJobsAlert.in and follow our Uttarakhand government jobs page.