WII Scientist-C Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline

Holders of a Ph.D. awarded in Wildlife Sciences can apply for 03 Scientist-C posts at the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun, an autonomous institution of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India. The posts are filled on a Direct Recruitment (D.R.) basis at Pay Level-11 (₹ 67,700 – 2,08,700), and the application, in the Annexure-3 format, must be sent by Registered/Speed Post so that it is received by 02 December 2026 up to 1700hrs (09 December 2026 for applicants from abroad and the listed remote areas).

WII Scientist-C at a Glance

About WII

The Wildlife Institute of India is an autonomous institution of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, located at Chandrabani, Dehradun, Uttarakhand. This advertisement, dated 02 November 2026 and signed by the Registrar, invites applications from eligible Indian citizens for the Scientist-C positions.

Vacancy Details

The notice advertises 03 posts of Scientist-C at Pay Level-11. The category-wise break-up is:

*One (01) post in the OBC category is carried forward from the 2024 recruitment to fill up the backlog vacancy. The application form lets candidates mark the category of post applied for as UR, EWS or OBC-NCL.

Who Can Apply

Applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens.

Desirable Professional Experience

• Area 1: Assessment of wildlife habitats (terrestrial/aquatic), including use of RS & GIS, with at least 02 publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Area 2: Ecology or conservation of endangered species, with at least 02 publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Area 3: Humanities, Indian Knowledge Systems, or biodiversity conservation, including experience in human-protected area interface & implementation of livelihood extension, with at least 02 publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Professional experience in the requisite discipline/area will be counted only after acquiring the mandatory minimum educational qualification and must be supported by credible documentary evidence.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The age limit is minimum 21 years and maximum 35 years as on the last date for receipt of applications (the application form asks for age as on 02 December 2026). The upper age limit is relaxable for OBC/EWS/SC/ST/PwBD candidates in accordance with instructions/orders issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, from time to time.

Category Certificates

Candidates belonging to OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST or PwBD categories may ensure that they fulfil the norms prescribed by the Government of India, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (Department of Personnel & Training), and submit a valid certificate in the prescribed format. The notice attaches the OBC certificate format (Annexure-1) and the EWS Income & Asset Certificate format (Annexure-2). The EWS format certifies a gross annual family income below Rs.8 lakh and lists the assets the family must not own.

For the discipline-specific eligibility of the post, candidates should check the official notification.

Pay and Tenure

• Pay: Level-11 (₹ 67,700 – 2,08,700).
• Selected candidates will be placed on probation for a period of two years; satisfactory completion of probation is mandatory for confirmation.
• Candidates holding a degree in Veterinary Science are not entitled to Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA).
• The headquarters for the post is WII, Dehradun; however, selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India as per functional requirements.

WII Scientist-C Job Description

• Teaching and training.
• Extensive field research requiring travel to remote forest interiors, high-altitude areas and islands.

How to Apply for WII Scientist-C

1. Fill in the application in the prescribed format given at Annexure-3 (Proforma for Application) of the notice, with a photograph signed across by the candidate.
2. If the fee applies, prepare a Demand Draft for ₹1,000/- drawn in favour of ‘The Director, Wildlife Institute of India’, payable at Dehradun.
3. Attach self-attested copies of the supporting documents listed in the checklist, and sign the checklist.
4. Candidates already in regular Government service (permanent or temporary, other than casual/adhoc/contract) must attach the declaration at Annexure-4 that they have informed their Head of Office/Department in writing.
5. Superscribe ‘Application for the post of Scientist-C’ on the envelope.
6. Send it by Registered/Speed Post to The Registrar, Wildlife Institute of India, Chandrabani, Dehradun 248001, Uttarakhand, so that it is received by 02-12-2026 up to 1700hrs.

Incomplete applications will be rejected.

Application Fee

The fee is non-refundable and must be deposited via Demand Draft (DD) drawn in favour of ‘The Director, Wildlife Institute of India’, payable at Dehradun.

Documents named in the notice

• Photo pasted and signed by the candidate
• Demand Draft for Rs. 1,000/-
• Address proof (Aadhar card/ Passport)
• Valid caste certificate issued by Central / State Government (if applicable)
• Proof of age (Class X Pass Certificate)
• Certificate in support of claim of age relaxation (if applicable)
• Education qualifications (mark sheets of Class X, Class XII, Bachelor, Master degree & Ph.D certificate)
• Experience certificates
• First page of publications (if any)
• NCC/ NSS/ Sports/ Nature club/ Co-curricular activity certificates (if any)
• Employment details (if applicable)
• Declaration for informing the Head of Office/ Department (if applicable)
• Documentary support for any other claim(s) made (if applicable)

The Annexure-3 form also asks for Ph.D. details (thesis title, university, supervisor, date of award), papers and books published, total experience in the field of wildlife research, employment details and three references.

Selection and Interview

Selection is through screening and shortlisting, a written examination and a personal interview, with a final merit list based on aggregated performance.

Screening and Shortlisting

Applications will be evaluated by a Screening Committee. Fulfilling the minimum eligibility criteria does not automatically entitle an applicant to be called for the test/interview. Shortlisting for interviews will maintain a 1:5 ratio (05 candidates per vacancy), and the institute may at any time increase or decrease this ratio.

Written Examination

The written examination comprises subject-specific Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with 1/3rd negative marking for incorrect answers. Minimum qualifying marks are 50% for UR/EWS/OBC and 40% for SC/ST/PwBD.

Interview

The Institute’s Committee for Recruitment & Selection (ICRS) will assess candidates on academic record, experience in the relevant field, special achievements/awards, teaching experience, publications, and extension/education/institution building.

Weightage and Final Selection

The Written Test carries 70% weightage and the Personal Interview (including presentation) 30%. The final merit list will be prepared on aggregated performance in the written examination and interview. The date(s) of the written test and interview will be hosted on the WII website and intimated to the shortlisted candidates.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• The Director, Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun reserves the right to reject any or all applications without assigning any reason(s).
• Any legal proceedings arising out of this advertisement or an application can be instituted only in the Hon’ble High Court of Uttarakhand at Nainital.
• The declaration in the application form states that wilful concealment or misrepresentation of facts may lead to summary rejection of candidature and termination of employment.
• For queries, the notice gives the email [email protected] and the website www.wii.gov.in.

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