Wildlife Institute of India (WII) Recruitment 2026 – Project-Based Positions
Organization Overview
The Wildlife Institute of India (WII) is an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India. It is engaged in research, training, academic programs, and advisory services in wildlife research and biodiversity conservation across India.
Organization Details
| Organization Name (English) | Wildlife Institute of India (WII) |
|---|---|
| Organization Name (Hindi) | भारतीय वन्यजीव संस्थान |
| Parent Ministry | Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India |
| Type | Autonomous Research Institute |
Location Details
| Street Address | Recruitment and Placement Cell, Wildlife Institute of India, Chandrabani |
|---|---|
| City | Dehradun |
| State | Uttarakhand |
| Country | India |
| Postal Code | 248002 |
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 16 June 2026
- Online Application End Date: 30 June 2026
Application Process
- Apply only through online portal: https://wiirp.com/application.php
- No offline/printed applications will be accepted
- Upload scanned copies of all required documents
- Separate application required for each post (if applying for multiple)
- Maximum 2 positions allowed per candidate
- Fee payment receipt must be uploaded
Application Fees
| General Category | ₹500 |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PH | ₹100 (Processing Fee) |
| Refundable | No |
Payment Mode: NEFT / RTGS / UPI / Internet Banking
Bank Details:
Account Name: RRP Cell Revolving / Director Wildlife Institute of India
Bank: Union Bank of India
Branch: WII Chandrabani, Dehradun
Account No: 518502010059776
IFSC: UBIN0551856
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on qualification, marks, experience, specialization, publications
- NET/GATE qualification considered for higher weightage
- Only top 10 candidates per post will be called for interview
- Final selection through online interview by Selection Committee
Age Limit
- General posts: 35 years
- Research Scientist II: 40 years
- Project Assistant (Crocodile Project): up to 50 years
- Age relaxation: SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years)
Employment Type
Purely temporary / contractual project-based positions
Official Links
- Official Website: https://wii.gov.in
- Application Portal: https://wiirp.com
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Contact Information
- Phone: +91 135-2646232
- Mobile: +91 9456745562
- Email: wiirpc@wii.gov.in
- Email: rpcell@wii.gov.in
General Terms & Conditions (Important)
- Incomplete applications will be rejected
- Application fee is non-refundable
- False information leads to disqualification
- Canvassing leads to rejection
- Institute reserves right to reject applications
- Shortlisting does not guarantee interview call
- Selected candidates must produce original documents at joining
