WII Recruitment July 2026 is open for 20 temporary project positions at the Wildlife Institute of India. Applications started on 14 July and close on 28 July 2026. The posts cover five wildlife and river research projects, with monthly pay from Rs 24,000 to Rs 57,000 plus HRA. Indian nationals who meet the post-specific qualification can apply through the WII Recruitment and Placement Cell portal.
WII Recruitment July 2026 overview
| Detail | Official information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun |
| Administrative ministry | Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change |
| Advertisement | WII/ADVT. 1/RP-CELL/July 2026 |
| Total positions | 20 |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Last date | 28.07.2026 |
| Job nature | Temporary, tied to the concerned research project |
WII project vacancy breakdown
| Position | Posts | Monthly pay | Upper age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Assistant | 2 | Rs 24,000 + HRA | 50 years |
| Project Assistant | 6 | Rs 27,000 + HRA | 50 years |
| Project Associate-I | 5 | Rs 37,000 + HRA with NET/GATE; Rs 30,000 + HRA without it | 35 or 50 years, depending on the project |
| Project Associate-II | 3 | Rs 42,000 + HRA with NET/GATE; Rs 33,000 + HRA without it | 50 years |
| Senior Project Associate | 1 | Rs 57,000 + HRA | 50 years |
| Scientific Administrative Assistant / Field Worker | 3 | Rs 24,000 + HRA | 50 years |
| Total | 20 | Five research projects | |
Projects covered by the recruitment
The WII 20 project posts are spread across sea turtle monitoring in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, movement ecology of the Nicobar Megapode, the World Natural Heritage training centre, environmental-flow assessment for the Chambal and Tons rivers, and an assessment of underwater-tunnel construction effects on aquatic life in the Brahmaputra. Field duties may involve remote islands, river surveys, sample collection, GIS work, community interaction or research-station management. Applicants should read the work description for the position, not just the qualification line.
Qualification and eligibility
Eligibility changes with the post. Administrative Assistant and Field Worker positions accept a graduate degree in any discipline. Project Assistant posts require a bachelor’s degree in science or a relevant social-science subject for the specified project. Project Associate roles accept prescribed four-year science degrees, relevant master’s degrees, veterinary science or selected engineering and technology qualifications. The Senior Project Associate post requires the listed advanced qualification plus experience, or a relevant doctoral degree.
Natural Sciences in the advertisement includes fields such as Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Marine Science, Life Sciences and Geoinformatics. Some posts also accept Agriculture, Forestry, Veterinary Science, Computer Science, GIS, data or engineering backgrounds. This summary cannot replace the position-wise eligibility pages in the nine-page notification. Match your degree, experience and project preference with the exact entry before paying the fee.
Application fee
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 500 |
| SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwD | Rs 100 processing fee |
The fee receipt must be uploaded with the online form. It is non-refundable. A candidate may apply for a maximum of two suitable positions, but each position requires a separate form, supporting documents and fee or processing-fee receipt.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official advertisement published | 14.07.2026 |
| Online application started | 14.07.2026 |
| Last date to apply | 28.07.2026 |
| Interview shortlist | To be announced on the WII website |
| Online interview | To be announced |
| Final result | To be announced |
How to apply online
- Open the exact WII July 2026 application page and create an account or sign in.
- Select Advertisement WII/ADVT. 1/RP-CELL/July 2026 and choose the correct project position.
- Enter education and experience exactly as recorded on certificates and employer documents.
- Upload age proof, marksheets, experience certificates, category certificate, photograph, signature and fee receipt.
- Review the project number and position before final submission.
- Save the submitted form and acknowledgement. Do not send a printed copy to WII.
Selection process
WII will screen applications using qualification marks, subject relevance, research or work experience and publications, depending on the post. The top ten shortlisted applicants for each project-position combination will be called for an online interview. Meeting the minimum qualification does not guarantee an interview. Selected candidates must show original documents at joining. SC and ST candidates receive up to five years of upper-age relaxation and OBC candidates up to three years under the cited Government of India rules.
Official notification and apply links
| Purpose | Direct official link |
|---|---|
| Apply online | Apply for WII Recruitment July 2026 |
| Advertisement PDF | Download official WII notification |
| Recruitment record | Open the official Wildlife Institute of India recruitment page |
| More active vacancies | Check current government job updates |
Authenticity check
The vacancy was verified from the WII government website, its signed advertisement and the RP Cell application portal. The portal shows Advertisement 1/RP-CELL/July 2026 as active with a 28 July closing date. WII is an autonomous institute under MoEFCC. The roles are project appointments, not permanent central-government cadre posts. Last fact-checked on 16.07.2026.
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