KFRI Recruitment 2026: 1 Project Fellow – Walk-In Interview on 19 November @ kfri.res.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates, as per Government of Kerala rules.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Project Fellow: First class M.Sc in Forestry, Environmental Science, Botany, Plant Science, or GIS & Remote Sensing from a recognized university.
• Desirable: Experience in Forestry-related studies.
• Only candidates who have acquired the essential qualification and whose results have been declared (with at least a provisional certificate) are eligible. Final-semester students and those awaiting results are not permitted to appear.

Project Scope & Job Requirements

The selected Project Fellow will work on the research project "Comprehensive Red List Assessment of Ecosystems in Kerala: A Strategic Framework for Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Development" (Project ID: KFRI GOK RP 914/2026).

• Willingness and ability to undertake extensive field visits for data collection in remote forest areas.
• Working knowledge of GIS tools for spatial data analysis and visualization.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Candidates will be assessed through a walk-in interview on 19 November 2026.
• Mere fulfilment of minimum qualifications does not confer any right to be called for the interview. If a large number of applications are received, preference will be given under criteria adopted by the Screening Committee.
• No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing at the interview.
• Selected candidates are expected to join within the time frame stated in the offer letter after completing pre-appointment formalities.
• Each selected candidate shall sign an undertaking to maintain confidentiality of project findings and associated intellectual property information.
• The engagement may be terminated at any time without assigning any reason by giving one month's notice. A resigning candidate may also give one month's notice or pay one month's remuneration in lieu, which may be condoned or curtailed at the discretion of the Competent Authority.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original M.Sc Degree Certificate and Consolidated Mark Sheet (relevant subject).
• Provisional Certificate (if applicable).
• Biodata / Curriculum Vitae.
• Category / Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) if claiming age relaxation.
• Two recent passport-size photographs and valid Photo ID Proof.

Important Instructions

• Other terms and conditions follow the guidelines issued by the funding agency / KSCSTE-KFRI for engagement of project staff, as amended from time to time.
• For complete eligibility details, refer to the KFRI Project Fellow Official Notification PDF.
• Visit the KFRI Official Website for noticeboard updates and opportunities.

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