WII Recruitment 2026 OUT - Apply Online 12 Project Associate, Senior Project Associate and More Posts
Under Advt. No. WII/ADVT. 2/RP-CELL/ October, 2026, Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun has issued an official recruitment advertisement for 12 temporary contractual project positions. These positions cover various projects in research and wildlife management. Posts available are Administrative Assistant, Principal Project Associate, Senior Project Associate, and Project Associate I & II. Eligible Indian nationals with a relevant Graduate Degree, Master’s Degree, or Ph.D. can submit online applications through wiirp.com between 30 October 2026 and 13 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 13 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 13 November 2026 |
| Online Interview Date | To be announced on WII website |
Application Fee
| General Category | Rs. 500/- |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD (PC) | Rs. 100/- (Application Processing Fee) |
| Payment Mode | Pay the application / processing fee via Online Banking, NEFT, RTGS, or UPI QR code to Union Bank of India (Account Name: RRP Cell Revolving/ Director Wildlife Institute of India, A/c: 518502010059776, IFSC: UBIN0551856) and upload the receipt in the online form. |
Age Limit
| Project Associate-I & II | Maximum 35 Years |
|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate & Principal Project Associate | Maximum 40 Years |
| Administrative Assistant | Maximum 50 Years |
| Age relaxation is applicable up to 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates as per Government of India rules. | |
Salary Details
| Principal Project Associate | Rs. 67,000/- + HRA |
|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | Rs. 57,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate-II (RS & GIS) | Rs. 42,000/- + HRA (NET/GATE) | Rs. 33,000/- + HRA (Non-NET/GATE) |
| Project Associate-I | Rs. 37,000/- + HRA (NET/GATE) | Rs. 30,000/- + HRA (Non-NET/GATE) |
| Administrative Assistant | Rs. 24,000/- + HRA |
WII Project Vacancy 2026: Total 12 Posts
- Applicants need 08 years of R&D experience along with a Master’s Degree in Agriculture / Forestry / Natural Sciences (Wildlife / Zoology / Ecology / Environmental Sciences / Geoinformatics / Life Sciences). OR applicants need 04 years of R&D experience along with a Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.) in Science / Engineering & Technology.
- Applicants need 04 years of R&D experience along with a Master’s Degree in Agricultural Sciences / Natural Sciences (Wildlife / Zoology / Ecology / Environmental Sciences / Geoinformatics / Life Sciences). OR they must hold a Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.) in Science awarded by a recognized University / Institute.
- Applicants must have 02 years of R&D experience along with a Master’s Degree in Agriculture / Natural Sciences. OR they must have 02 years of R&D experience along with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Technology (CSE / IT / Remote Sensing / GIS / Data / Electrical / ECE / AI / Data Science).
- Applicants must hold a Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Botany / Wildlife / Zoology / Ecology / Environmental Sciences / Life Sciences / Agricultural Sciences / Geoinformatics) OR a 4-year B.Sc degree under NEP.
- The Social Post requires a Master’s Degree or a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science (Social Work / Environmental Management / Anthropology / Economics / Sustainable Development).
- Higher emoluments apply to candidates who have qualified GATE or UGC / CSIR / ICAR NET.
- Applicants must hold a Graduate Degree in any discipline awarded by a recognized Institute or University.
- Desirable experience includes previous office assistance work and coordination of field activities, surveys, and teams.
How to Apply Online for WII Dehradun Project Positions 2026
- Go to wiirp.com/application.php, the official WII application portal, or open wii.gov.in/recruitments.
- Use Net Banking or UPI to pay the required application / processing fee into the prescribed Union Bank of India account. The fee is Rs. 500/- for General and Rs. 100/- for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD.
- Keep the payment proof / transaction receipt saved. Uploading it with your online application is mandatory.
- Use the link to open the online application form. Enter your educational qualifications, personal details, publications, and research experience.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, certificates, NET/GATE scorecard, marksheets, category certificate, experience certificates, digital signature, and fee payment receipt.
- Candidates can apply for up to two advertised positions. Each post requires a separate application form and a separate fee payment.
- Check all entries carefully before submitting the form. (Note: Sending a printed application copy by post is not required).
- Complete your online application submission before 13 November 2026. Keep a confirmation copy saved for future reference.
- An online interview invitation will go to shortlisted candidates (top 10 per post). Visit the WII portal regularly to check updates.
Important Links
Before Applying
Before submitting your online application, check the official notification for complete details on eligibility, education qualification, age limits, fee rules, and other terms.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for WII Recruitment 2026?
Notification Release Date: October 2026; Online Application Start Date: 30 October 2026; Last Date to Apply Online: 13 November 2026; Last Date for Fee Payment: 13 November 2026.
What is the application fee for WII Recruitment 2026?
General Category: Rs. 500/-; SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD (PC): Rs. 100/- (Application Processing Fee); Payment Mode: Pay the application / processing fee via Online Banking, NEFT, RTGS, or UPI QR code to Union Bank of India (Account Name: RRP Cell Revolving/ Director Wildlife….
What is the official website for WII Recruitment 2026?
The official website is wii.gov.in.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.