Wildlife Institute of India (WII) Recruitment Notification – August 2025
Organization Name (English): Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun
Organization Name (Hindi): भारतीय वन्यजीव संस्थान (डब्ल्यूआईआई), देहरादून
Advertisement No.: WII/ADVT. 1/RP–CELL/ August, 2025
Job Designations
- Project Associate – II (Ecology/GIS, Database Manager) – परियोजना सहायक – II
- Project Associate – I (Ecology/Genetics/GIS) – परियोजना सहायक – I
- Technical Assistant (Ecology) – तकनीकी सहायक
- Principal Project Associate (Genetics) – प्रधान परियोजना सहायक
- Project Scientist – I – परियोजना वैज्ञानिक – I
- Project Associate – I (Various Projects) – परियोजना सहायक – I
- Project Associate – II (Various Projects) – परियोजना सहायक – II
Job Location
| City | Dehradun |
| State | Uttarakhand |
| Country | India |
| Postal Code | 248001 / 248002 |
| Street Address | Chandrabani, Dehradun |
Salary Details
| Designation | Monthly Emoluments |
| Project Associate – II | ₹42,000 + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) OR ₹33,000 + HRA (others) |
| Project Associate – I | ₹37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) OR ₹30,000 + HRA (others) |
| Technical Assistant | ₹27,000 + HRA |
| Principal Project Associate | ₹67,000 + HRA |
| Project Scientist – I | ₹77,000 + HRA |
Employment Type
Contractual – Purely temporary for the duration of the project. Positions will be abolished after project completion.
Vacancy Details
Total Positions: 53 contractual posts across multiple research projects.
Important Dates
- Last Date for Application Submission: 10 September, 2025 (by 1700 hrs)
Application Process
- Download the Application Form (Annexure – I) from the notification.
- Fill in the form completely with signature (digital/photocopy not allowed).
- Attach self-attested documents (DOB, educational qualifications, experience, etc.).
- Attach the Application/Processing fee receipt.
- Send the application via Indian Post or Courier to:
The Nodal Officer, Research Recruitment & Placement Cell, Wildlife Institute of India, Chandrabani, Dehradun – 248001 (Uttarakhand). - Mention “Application for Advt. No. WII/ADVT. 1/RP–CELL/ August, 2025” on the envelope along with Project Name, Project Serial No. & Position applied for.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s (4-year B.Sc. degree as per NEP) in Natural Sciences or related disciplines with relevant R&D experience.
- OR Master’s degree in relevant subjects with R&D experience.
- For senior positions: Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) with significant R&D experience.
- Desirable: Experience in wildlife/ecology research, statistical & spatial analysis, RS/GIS tools, project coordination, peer-reviewed publications.
Age Limit
- General Limit: 50 years (most positions)
- Project Scientist – I: 55 years
- Relaxations: SC/ST – up to 5 years, OBC – up to 3 years
Reservation Details
Reservation and age relaxations apply as per Government of India norms.
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| General | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Physically Challenged | ₹100 (Processing Fee only) |
Payment Mode: Online/Electronic Transfer
- Account Name: RRP Cell Revolving/ Director Wildlife Institute of India
- Bank: Union Bank of India, WII Branch, Chandrabani, Dehradun – 248001
- Account No.: 518502010059776
- IFSC Code: UBIN0551856
- Applicants are advised to use bank transfer only and avoid using mobile numbers for payment.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on shortlisting followed by online interviews. Criteria include:
- Essential qualification and age
- Percentage of marks in Bachelor’s/Master’s
- Relevance of specialization
- Research experience
- Publications and presentations
Weightage distribution differs by post category (Field/Lab Assistants, Project Associates, Senior Associates, Scientists).
Other Important Instructions
- Candidates may apply for a maximum of two posts with separate applications and fees.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) is required if currently engaged with WII or a Ph.D. scholar.
- No Dues Certificate is mandatory if previously worked at WII.
- Incomplete, unsigned, or late applications will be rejected.
- Positions are temporary and project-specific.
- Canvassing will lead to disqualification.
- Selected candidates must join immediately upon result declaration.
- The Director, WII reserves the right to reject any application.
Helpline / Contact Information
- Phone: 0135-2646232
- Mobile: +91 9456745562