WII Dehradun Recruitment 2026: Apply for 11 Project Staff Posts

Life science and wildlife research enthusiasts have a wide-ranging opportunity to work on some of India’s most notable conservation projects. The Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun, an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has invited online applications for 11 positions across 4 different research projects – including the high-profile “Bringing Back Cheetah in India” project. Applications are open for a limited window, so read the eligibility and process carefully before applying.

WII Dehradun Recruitment 2026 – Highlights

Post-wise Vacancy Details

Who Can Apply

Indian nationals with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/Zoology/Ecology/Marine Sciences/Environmental Sciences/Geoinformatics/Life Sciences), Agricultural/Forestry Sciences, Veterinary Science, or relevant Engineering/Technology disciplines (for select posts), meeting the post-wise experience and age criteria, can apply online. A candidate may apply for a maximum of two advertised positions relevant to their academic background.

Educational Qualification

• Project Associate I (Entry-Level): 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences/Agricultural/Forestry Sciences (post-wise; some posts also accept Veterinary Science or Engineering/Technology degrees).
• Principal Project Associate: 4-Year Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences plus 8 years’ R&D/scientific experience.
• Senior Project Associate (Ecology): 4-Year Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences plus 4 years’ experience, or a Doctoral Degree in Science.
• Project Associate II (Ecology): 4-Year Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree plus 2 years’ experience, or BVSc, or relevant Engineering/Technology degree plus 2 years’ experience.
• Project Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences/Agricultural/Forestry Sciences, or a 3-year Diploma in Engineering.

Age Limit

35 years for posts under the Twin Tunnel (SGNP) and Keoladeo National Park projects; 50 years for all posts under the Cheetah project and the Nicobar Megapode project. Upper age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC candidates, as per Government of India norms.

Application Fee

Fee is payable online via NEFT/RTGS/Electronic mode to the “RRP Cell Revolving/Director Wildlife Institute of India” account, and the payment receipt must be uploaded with the application. The fee is non-refundable, even if the application is rejected, not shortlisted, or withdrawn.

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Salary

Selection Process

• Shortlisting is based on essential qualification, age limit, percentage of marks in Bachelor’s/Master’s degree, specialization relevance, research experience, and publications, as per WII rules.
• For Field/Lab/Project Assistant posts: 25 marks for Bachelor’s degree percentage + 25 marks for specialization relevance (via internship/volunteering/work experience) = 50 marks total.
• For Project Associate-I posts: 25 marks for Master’s degree percentage + 25 marks for specialization relevance = 50 marks total.
• For Project Associate-II/Senior/Principal Project Associate posts: 5 marks for UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET with JRF or WII-NET, 25 marks for post-graduation percentage, 10 marks for research/work experience, and 10 marks for publications = 50 marks total.
• The top 10 shortlisted candidates for each advertised position are called for an online interview.
• Meeting the minimum qualification does not guarantee an interview call; the Institute’s decision on eligibility, acceptance, or rejection is final.

Documents Required

• Proof of age and educational qualification (mark sheets, as per the education board/university)
• Research/work experience certificates, mentioning start and end tenure, from the employer/guide/supervisor
• Passport-size photograph and signature
• Application Processing Fee payment receipt
• Reserved category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD), where applicable
• UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET certificate, publications, and other supporting documents, where applicable
• No Objection Certificate (for candidates currently engaged with a WII project or as PhD scholars) or No Dues Certificate (for those who previously worked at WII)

Important Dates

How to Apply

1. Keep scanned copies of all required documents (educational certificates, mark sheets, experience letters, category certificate, photograph, signature, fee receipt) ready in advance.
2. Pay the applicable Application Processing Fee online and retain the payment receipt.
3. Visit the application portal at wiirp.com/application.php and fill the online application form for your chosen position(s).
4. Upload all supporting documents and the fee payment receipt; submit a separate application with its own fee for each position if applying for more than one (maximum two positions allowed).
5. Submit the completed application on or before 08 October 2026. No printed application copies will be considered.

Why You Should Apply

This is a rare opportunity to work on flagship national conservation initiatives, including the “Bringing Back Cheetah in India” project, at India’s premier wildlife research institute, with competitive project-based remuneration up to Rs 67,000/month and a transparent, marks-based shortlisting process.

Preparation Tips

• Since you can apply for a maximum of two positions, choose the ones best matching your specialization and experience, and submit a separate application with its own fee for each.
• Highlight any relevant field experience (camera trapping, GIS/remote sensing, biodiversity surveys, statistical modelling in R) explicitly, as this feeds directly into the shortlisting marks.
• If you hold UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET with JRF or WII-NET, ensure this is clearly documented, as it carries dedicated marks for senior-level positions.
• Prepare your NOC in advance if you are currently engaged with a WII project or are a PhD scholar – it must not be older than one month from the last date of application.

FAQs – WII Dehradun Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many posts are open?

11 posts across 4 research projects at the Wildlife Institute of India.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?

08 October 2026, online only.

Q3. What is the salary range?

From Rs 27,000 + HRA (Project Assistant) up to Rs 67,000 + HRA (Principal Project Associate).

Q4. What is the application fee?

Rs 500 for General category candidates; Rs 100 for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD candidates.

Q5. Can I apply for more than one position?

Yes, up to a maximum of two positions, provided you meet the eligibility for both, with a separate application and fee for each.

Q6. What is the age limit?

35 years for the Twin Tunnel (SGNP) and Keoladeo National Park project posts; 50 years for the Cheetah project and Nicobar Megapode project posts.

Q7. Is this a permanent job?

No, these are purely temporary, project-based positions that will be abolished once the respective project ends.

Q8. How are candidates shortlisted?

Through a marks-based system considering academic percentage, specialization relevance, research experience, NET/JRF status, and publications, followed by an online interview for the top 10 shortlisted candidates per position.