Uttarakhand Forest Department has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!
Last Date: Sun Nov 09 2025
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Walk-In-Interview for Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Junior Research Fellow (JRF), and Junior Project Fellow (JPF)
The Uttarakhand Forest Department, Bhagirathi Circle, Narendra Nagar Division has invited applications for the contractual engagement of 01 Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and 12 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Junior Project Fellow (JPF) posts through a walk-in-interview. The appointments are purely on a temporary basis for assisting in Assisted Natural Regeneration (ANR), CAT Plans, Eco Restoration Works, and Green India Mission (GIM) research and monitoring projects across various forest divisions under the Bhagirathi Circle.
| Designation | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 01 |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Junior Project Fellow (JPF) | 12 |
| Designation | Monthly Salary | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | ₹42,000 + HRA | HRA as per State Government Pay Matrix-1; TDS applicable as per Income Tax rules. |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | ₹37,000 + HRA | Applicable as per State HRA rules. |
| Junior Project Fellow (JPF) | ₹24,000 + HRA | Applicable as per State HRA rules. |
Leave: Only Casual Leave is applicable as per State Government rules.
Applications must be submitted in the prescribed format (Annexure-II). The form should be duly filled with all details and accompanied by self-attested photocopies of educational certificates, experience certificates, recent passport-size photographs, and Aadhaar card.
Note: Candidates must mention the post applied for on the envelope or in the email subject. Applications received after the last date will not be considered.
| Designation | Essential Qualification | Desirable Qualification | Experience | Maximum Age | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | Postgraduate or Ph.D. degree in Wildlife Science / Forestry / Environmental Science / Ecology / Zoology / Geography or related discipline from a recognized university. | Minimum of 2 years of working experience in relevant domain. | Minimum 2 years mandatory. | 35 years (as per advertisement date) | ₹42,000 + HRA |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Postgraduate (PG) degree in Forestry / Botany / Zoology / Life Sciences / Environmental Science / Biological Sciences / Hydrology / Geology / Remote Sensing & GIS / Geography / Surveying or similar discipline from recognized university with NET qualification or any other national level exam conducted by Central Government agencies such as DST, DBT, DRDO, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, etc. | Experience in related field preferred. | Desirable | As per State Government norms | ₹37,000 + HRA |
| Junior Project Fellow (JPF) | Postgraduate (PG) degree in above subjects OR BE/B.Tech/Diploma in Civil Engineering from recognized university. | Relevant technical experience preferred. | Desirable | As per State Government norms | ₹24,000 + HRA |
Reservation will be applicable as per the Government of Uttarakhand rules. Candidates must clearly mention their category (SC/ST/OBC/General) in the application form.
Application Fees: Nil (No fee is required for application submission).
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. The decision of the Selection Committee shall be final and binding.
The selected candidates will assist in preparation, monitoring, and evaluation of Assisted Natural Regeneration (ANR), CAT Plans, Eco Restoration Works, and Green India Mission (GIM) research works, along with other forestry and wildlife activities under the Bhagirathi Circle.
They will be responsible for technical assistance to Divisional Forest Officers and field staff, conducting field surveys, preparing maps, collecting data, monitoring intervention works, and assisting in forest-related activities as directed by the Conservator of Forests, Bhagirathi Circle.
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