WII Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 19 Project Associate, Project Assistant and Other Posts

The Wildlife Institute of India (WII) has released the WII Recruitment 2026 notification for 19 contractual vacancies under various wildlife research and conservation projects. The recruitment includes Project Associate II, Project Associate I, Project Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Senior Project Associate and other specialist positions.

Eligible candidates with qualifications in Natural Sciences, Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Social Sciences, Engineering and related disciplines can apply online. The online application process starts on 17 October 2026, and the last date to submit the application form is 1 November 2026.

Interested candidates should check the post-wise eligibility criteria, age limit, salary, application fee and selection process before applying through the official application portal.

WII Recruitment 2026: Overview

Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of the following important dates:

Last date reminder: Candidates are advised to complete the online application process well before 1 November 2026 to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Post-Wise Vacancy Details

A total of 19 positions have been advertised under different research and conservation projects.

The vacancies are distributed across freshwater biodiversity, wildlife monitoring, sea turtle conservation, community-based conservation and environmental and social safeguards projects.

Educational Qualification

The required educational qualifications differ according to the post and project. Candidates should carefully read the official notification before applying.

1. Project Associate II – Freshwater Biodiversity

• A Master’s degree in a relevant Natural Science discipline, such as Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing, GIS, Forestry Sciences or Freshwater Ecology.
• At least two years of relevant experience after obtaining the Master’s degree.
• Experience in freshwater biodiversity surveys, aquatic biodiversity assessment, hydrological modelling, species distribution analysis and technical report writing is desirable.

2. Project Associate I

• A Master’s degree in a relevant Natural Science discipline, including Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Freshwater Ecology or Life Sciences.
• Experience in aquatic biodiversity surveys, data analysis and research is desirable.

3. Project Associate I (Social)

• A Master’s degree in a relevant Social Science discipline, such as Geography, Economics, Social Work or Anthropology.
• Experience in social surveys, data analysis and report writing is desirable.

4. Project Associate I (Spatial Analyst)

• A Master’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Remote Sensing and GIS or Geoinformatics; or
• A Master’s degree in a relevant Natural Science discipline, such as Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Life Sciences, Remote Sensing and GIS or Geoinformatics.
• Experience in hydrological modelling, species distribution modelling and environmental impact assessment is desirable.

5. Project Assistant

• A Bachelor’s degree in Science in a relevant discipline, such as Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Marine Sciences, Marine Biology, Environmental Sciences, Geoinformatics, Life Sciences, Agriculture or Forestry.
• Experience in biodiversity surveys, research data collection and fieldwork is desirable.
• Certain projects may prefer candidates with a Master’s degree or experience working in remote locations.

6. Administrative Assistant

• A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution.
• Candidates with a background in Economics or Communication may receive preference.
• Proficiency in English and MS Excel is desirable.

7. Senior Project Associate – National Landscape Safeguards Expert

Candidates must satisfy one of the prescribed qualification and experience combinations, such as:

• A four-year Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Natural Science discipline with four years of relevant research or scientific experience; or
• A Master’s degree in Natural Sciences with four years of relevant experience; or
• A doctoral degree in Science.

Experience in environmental and social safeguards, social impact assessment, community engagement, livelihood assessments and conservation projects is desirable.

8. Project Associate II – Capacity Development / Community-Based Monitoring

The prescribed qualification routes include:

• A four-year Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Natural Science discipline with two years of relevant experience; or
• A Master’s degree in Natural Sciences with two years of relevant experience.

Relevant experience may include community-based conservation, capacity building, wildlife monitoring, training delivery, community mobilisation and field data collection.

Important: These are summaries of the published eligibility requirements. Candidates must confirm the exact qualifications, experience conditions and project-specific requirements in the official advertisement.

Age Limit

The upper age limit varies according to the post and project.

The recruitment notice indicates upper age limits ranging from 35 to 50 years across the advertised positions. Applicants should check the specific post’s age requirement and the reference date for calculating age in the official notification.

Salary

Selected candidates will receive monthly emoluments according to their position, qualifications and applicable NET/GATE criteria.

HRA means House Rent Allowance. The applicable remuneration and conditions should be verified for the particular post in the official advertisement.

Application Fee

According to the recruitment details, the application charges are as follows:

Candidates should verify the applicable fee and payment instructions in the official notification before making payment. Keep the transaction receipt safe, as it may need to be uploaded with the application form.

Selection Process

The selection process involves the following stages:

1. Online application screening: Applications are checked against the prescribed eligibility criteria.
2. Shortlisting: Eligible candidates are shortlisted based on the essential qualifications and other criteria specified by WII.
3. Online interview: Shortlisted applicants are called for an online interview conducted by the Selection Committee.
4. Document verification: Selected candidates must produce the required original certificates and supporting documents.

Candidates should prepare to discuss their educational background, relevant research experience, fieldwork skills, data analysis abilities and knowledge related to the particular project.

How to Apply Online

Eligible candidates can submit their applications by following these steps:

1. Visit the official WII website at https://www.wii.gov.in/.
2. Open the Recruitment section and locate the October 2026 recruitment advertisement.
3. Read the official notification carefully and identify the post for which you meet the eligibility criteria.
4. Open the online application portal: https://wiirp.com/application.php.
5. Register or enter the required details in the application form.
6. Fill in your personal information, educational qualifications, research experience and other requested details accurately.
7. Upload the required photograph, signature, educational certificates, marksheets, experience certificates and other supporting documents.
8. Pay the applicable application fee using the payment methods specified in the notification.
9. Upload the fee receipt and review the entire application form before submission.
10. Submit the application before 1 November 2026 and save or print a copy of the submitted form for future reference.

Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications and pay the applicable fee for each application. The notification limits candidates to a maximum of two advertised positions.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready, wherever applicable:

• Recent passport-size photograph.
• Scanned signature.
• Educational certificates and marksheets.
• Proof of date of birth or age.
• Research or work experience certificates.
• UGC/CSIR NET or GATE scorecard, where applicable.
• Publications and other relevant research credentials.
• Category certificate, where applicable.
• Application fee payment receipt.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC), where required.
• No Dues Certificate for candidates who previously worked at WII, where applicable.

Applicants currently working on WII projects, research activities or pursuing a PhD may need to submit a recent NOC as specified in the advertisement. Candidates who have previously worked at WII should check the requirement for a No Dues Certificate.

Ensure that all details entered in the online form match the supporting certificates and marksheets. Incomplete applications may be rejected.

Important Instructions

• Applications must be submitted online within the prescribed dates.
• Read the detailed advertisement before selecting a position.
• Verify educational qualifications and experience requirements separately for each post.
• Candidates may apply for a maximum of two advertised positions, subject to the notification’s conditions.
• Separate applications, documents and fees are required for separate posts.
• Upload clear and legible copies of all required documents.
• Retain the application form and payment receipt after submission.
• Selected candidates must produce original documents at the time of joining.
• These are temporary project-based engagements, generally for one year, with extension subject to the specific project conditions.

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