Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM) has announced 2 vacancies for Special Project Associate (SPA) – Position 1 and Special Project Associate (SPA) – Position 2 posts on a contract basis for 04 (Four) months or till project completion. Qualifications require a Post Graduate degree in Forestry/Environmental Science/Environment Management/Climate Change & Sustainability Studies with not less than 60% marks, plus at least one publication in a reputed journal for Position 1. The pay is Rs. 55,000 per month for Position 1 and Rs. 40,000 per month for Position 2. Candidates must confirm their willingness via email by 22 October 2026 and attend the walk-in interview on 22 October 2026 reporting at 10:00 AM at Room No. 106, IIFM, Bhopal, bringing an updated CV and certificates.
IIFM Special Project Associate Overview
Particulars
Details
Organisation
Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM)
Post Name(s)
Special Project Associate (SPA) – Position 1 & Position 2
Total Vacancies
02
Pay
Rs. 55,000/- (Position 1) and Rs. 40,000/- (Position 2) per month
Application Mode
Walk-in Interview (with prior email confirmation)
Job Location
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Official Website
www.iifm.ac.in
IIFM Special Project Associate Important Dates
Event
Date
Email Confirmation Last Date
22.10.2026
Walk-in Interview Date & Registration Closing Time
22 October 2026 (Registration closes at 10:00 AM)
Interview Start Time
22 October 2026 at 11:00 AM
IIFM Special Project Associate Vacancy Details
There are a total of 02 vacancies available for the Special Project Associate positions under the Hindalco-funded project titled “Need Identification Cum Baseline Study”.
Post Name
No. of Vacancies
Special Project Associate (SPA) – Position 1
1
Special Project Associate (SPA) – Position 2
1
Total
2
IIFM Special Project Associate Eligibility Criteria
IIFM Special Project Associate Qualification
Post
Qualification Required
Special Project Associate (SPA) – Position 1
Post Graduate degree in Forestry/Environmental Science/Environment Management/Climate Change & Sustainability Studies from a recognised University/ Institute with not less than 60% marks, and at least one publication in a reputed journal.
Special Project Associate (SPA) – Position 2
Post Graduate degree in Forestry/Environmental Science/Environment Management/Climate Change & Sustainability Studies from a recognised University/ Institute with not less than 60% marks.
Desirable Qualification / Experience for Both Positions
Experience in remote sensing and GIS application
Excellent writing skills (briefs and research reports)
Well conversant in English & Hindi
IIFM Special Project Associate Salary
Post
Pay Level / Pay
Special Project Associate (SPA) – Position 1
Rs. 55,000/- (consolidated) per month
Special Project Associate (SPA) – Position 2
Rs. 40,000/- (consolidated) per month
During fieldwork, TA/DA will be provided as per the prevailing norms of the Institute. No other allowances are admissible.
How to Apply for IIFM Special Project Associate
Review the official notification details to ensure eligibility for the desired position.
Send an email to [email protected] by 22.10.2026 to confirm willingness to participate in the interview.
Prepare an updated CV/Resume.
Gather self-attested copies of certificates and testimonials along with the original copies for verification.
Report for the walk-in interview on 22 October 2026 by 10:00 AM at Room No. 106, Indian Institute of Forest Management, Nehru Nagar, Bhopal- 462003.
Documents Required
Updated CV / Resume
Self-attested copies of certificates and testimonials
Original certificates for verification
IIFM Special Project Associate Important Instructions
The registration process for the interview will close strictly at 10:00 AM on 22 October 2026.
No TA/DA will be provided to attend the interview.
This is a project-related contractual position and has nothing to do with the permanent establishment of IIFM, Bhopal.
Based on these positions, any claim for regular appointment in IIFM will not be entertained.
The project is funded by Hindalco and titled “Need Identification Cum Baseline Study”.
The period of engagement is 04 months from the date of joining or till the completion of the project, whichever is earlier.
