WII Recruitment 2026 has opened for 11 temporary project positions under multiple wildlife research programmes at the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun. Advertisement WII/ADVT. 1/RP-CELL/September, 2026 includes opportunities connected with Sanjay Gandhi National Park, India’s cheetah programme, biodiversity monitoring at Keoladeo National Park and Nicobar Megapode research.
Total positions: 11
Pay: Up to ₹67,000 + HRA
Online applications opened: 24 September 2026
Last date: 8 October 2026
WII Recruitment September 2026 Overview
| Organisation | Wildlife Institute of India (WII) |
|---|---|
| Ministry | Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India |
| Advertisement | WII/ADVT. 1/RP-CELL/September, 2026 |
| Total Positions | 11 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Opening Date | 24 September 2026 |
| Closing Date | 8 October 2026 |
WII Vacancy Details
| Project / Post | Posts | Monthly Emoluments |
|---|---|---|
| SGNP Twin Tunnel – Project Associate-I | 1 | ₹37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) / ₹30,000 + HRA |
| Bringing Back Cheetah – Principal Project Associate | 1 | ₹67,000 + HRA |
| Bringing Back Cheetah – Senior Project Associate (Ecology) | 1 | ₹57,000 + HRA |
| Bringing Back Cheetah – Project Associate-II (Ecology) | 1 | ₹42,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) / ₹33,000 + HRA |
| Bringing Back Cheetah – Project Associate-I | 2 | ₹37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) / ₹30,000 + HRA |
| Bringing Back Cheetah – Project Assistant | 2 | ₹27,000 + HRA |
| Keoladeo Monitoring – Project Associate-I | 2 | ₹37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) / ₹30,000 + HRA |
| Nicobar Megapode – Project Assistant | 1 | ₹27,000 + HRA |
| Total | 11 | — |
Qualification
The recruitment covers several qualification routes depending on the post. These include four-year bachelor’s degrees and master’s degrees in natural sciences such as Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Marine Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Geoinformatics and Life Sciences; Agricultural/Forestry Sciences; Veterinary Science; and selected Engineering/Technology disciplines. Some senior positions require substantial R&D experience or a doctoral degree.
Project Assistant Eligibility
For the advertised Project Assistant positions, WII accepts relevant bachelor’s degrees in natural/agricultural/forestry sciences; certain positions also permit a three-year Diploma in Engineering. Applicants should match their qualification to the exact project/post in the official PDF.
Age Limit
Post-specific upper age limits are generally 35 years or 50 years in this advertisement. Government of India relaxation applies, including up to five years for SC/ST and three years for OBC candidates, subject to the official conditions.
Application Fee
General-category applicants must pay ₹500. SC/ST/OBC/EWS and physically challenged applicants are exempt from that application fee but must pay a ₹100 application-processing fee. The payment receipt must be uploaded with the online application.
Selection Process
WII will shortlist candidates based on the criteria specified for the relevant category, including academic marks, relevant specialisation, research/work experience and publications where applicable. The official advertisement states that the top ten shortlisted candidates against each advertised project/position will be called for interview.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through WII’s Recruitment and Placement Cell portal. Printed application copies will not be considered. Candidates should prepare scanned copies of qualification certificates, mark sheets, experience proof, category certificate where applicable, NET/CSIR-NET documents, publications, fee receipt, photograph and digital signature before starting the form.
Important Dates
| Online Application Opens | 24 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Application Closes | 8 October 2026 |
Official Links
WII Official September 2026 Recruitment Page
Download Official Advertisement PDF
Why This Recruitment Is Important
This notification was posted by WII on 22 September and its online application window opened only on 24 September 2026. It combines multiple specialised wildlife projects in a single fresh recruitment, including India’s cheetah programme and field research in protected areas and island ecosystems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many positions are available?
The September WII advertisement contains 11 project positions.
What is the highest salary?
The Principal Project Associate post under the Bringing Back Cheetah in India project carries ₹67,000 per month plus HRA.
When did online applications open?
Online applications opened on 24 September 2026.
What is the last date?
The online application closes on 8 October 2026.
Are these permanent WII jobs?
No. The advertised positions are purely temporary project positions for the specified project periods.
Applicants should read the complete official WII advertisement before applying.
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