Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, Jharkhand Senior Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Walkin
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| Name of post | Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, Jharkhand Senior Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Walkin |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Updates and changes to the advertisement |
| Advertisement no. | R-2/2026-27) |
| Job location | Jharkhand |
| Pay / salary | The pay is Rs. 42,000/- per month plus 18% HRA, printed as "for 3rd, 4th & 5th Year". |
| Selection process | A qualifying test (written) may be conducted before the interview, followed by the interview before the selection committee. |
| Posted on | 05 Nov 2026 |
| Last updated | 05 Nov 2026 |
Read from the official notice. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website.
Age Limit
- Age, as on the date of interview, i.e. 21.11.2026, should not exceed 35 years. A further relaxation of 4 years in age will be given to SC/ST/OBC/women candidates as per approved rules.
- Age should not exceed 35 years as on 21.11.2026, with a further relaxation of 4 years for SC/ST/OBC/women candidates as per approved rules.
About this notice
Updates and changes to the advertisement has published the Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, Jharkhand Senior Research recruitment notice in Jharkhand.
Candidates need There is one temporary position under the SFMU project. The notice calls it Senior Research Associate in its text and "Senior Research Fellow (Senior Project Associate)" in the post table; it is the same single post, First Class M.Sc in Forestry/ Botany/ Agriculture/ Statistics/ Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Systems (GIS)/ Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Biotechnology and 1st division or 60% marks or equivalent overall grade point average. Age: Age, as on the date of interview, i.e. 21.11.2026, should not exceed 35 years. A further relaxation of 4 years in age will be given to SC/ST/OBC/women candidates as per approved rules; Age should not exceed 35 years as on 21.11.2026, with a further relaxation of 4 years for SC/ST/OBC/women candidates as per approved rules. Check the official notification for category-wise relaxation and the exact cut-off date.
Pay: The pay is Rs. 42,000/- per month plus 18% HRA, printed as "for 3rd, 4th & 5th Year".
Selection is made through a qualifying test (written) may be conducted before the interview, followed by the interview before the selection committee.
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Salary / Pay Scale
- The pay is Rs. 42,000/- per month plus 18% HRA, printed as "for 3rd, 4th & 5th Year".
Jharkhand Forest Department Senior Research Associate Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Date | 21.11.2026 |
| Reporting or Registration Time | Enrollment 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM only; interview starting at 11:30 AM |
| Venue | Office of Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, Block -B, Van Bhavan, Doranda, Ranchi-834002 Jharkhand (Palas Sabhagar) |
| Posts | Senior Research Associate (table title: Senior Research Fellow (Senior Project Associate)) |
| Vacancies | 01 (One post) |
| Pay | Rs. 42,000/- + 18% HRA P/M |
| Who Can Attend | Candidates with the essential educational qualification, not above 35 years as on 21.11.2026 (relaxation as stated below) |
| Advertisement No. | R-2/2026-27 |
| Official Website | Open forest.jharkhand.gov.in |
- The official notification does not specify an application fee.
About Jharkhand Forest Department
- The Office of the Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, Jharkhand, Ranchi is a Government of Jharkhand office under the Department of Forest, Environment & Climate Change, located at Van Bhawan, Doranda, Ranchi. This post is for the Scientific Forestry Management Unit (SFMU) of the Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, Jharkhand, Ranchi, a project with a period of 4 years. The notice is signed by P. Rajendra Naidu, IFS, Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, and the office e-mail printed on the letterhead is [email protected].
Posts and Eligibility
- There is one temporary position under the SFMU project. The notice calls it Senior Research Associate in its text and "Senior Research Fellow (Senior Project Associate)" in the post table; it is the same single post.
Essential Qualification
- First Class M.Sc in Forestry/ Botany/ Agriculture/ Statistics/ Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Systems (GIS)/ Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Biotechnology.
- 1st division or 60% marks or equivalent overall grade point average.
- Those with 3 years Bachelor's degree and 2 years Master's degree must have UGC/ CSIR/ ICAL/ ICFRE NET qualification or equivalent/ Ph.d in any of the above disciplines.
Desirable Qualification
- Experience and willingness to work in forest with the forest communities.
- A good understanding of their respective subjects and its application in forestry sector.
- Good knowledge in drafting research articles, formal letters, computer operation/ application.
- 4 year work experience in research and development in their respective fields.
- Proficiency in computer application, especially MS Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point), may be an added benefit to the candidate. The candidate should be medically fit to work in different forest areas of the State of Jharkhand. Candidates should check the official notification for the full discipline-wise eligibility for this post.
Pay and Terms of Appointment
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Associate | Rs. 42,000/- + 18% HRA P/M (for 3rd, 4th & 5th Year) |
- The post is purely contractual and co-terminus with the project, with no provision for regularisation.
- The initial appointment will be for one year or up to the project period (as the case may be).
- The project period is printed as 4 years.
- The contract may be terminated even before the completion of the project, and no appeal will be entertained.
What to Bring
- Biodata
- Passport size photograph
- Original certificates
- Attested photocopies of all certificates, mark sheets, degree and testimonials
What Happens on the Day
- Reach Palas Sabhagar, Block -B, Van Bhavan, Doranda, Ranchi-834002, and enrol between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Candidates arriving after this time may not ordinarily be entertained.
- A qualifying test (written) may be conducted before the interview.
- The interview before the selection committee starts at 11:30 AM.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Important Instructions
- The Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation reserves the right to cancel or postpone the interview.
- Any change in the advertisement will be uploaded only on the website https://forest.jharkhand.gov.in/, so candidates must keep checking it for updates.
Mode of Selection
- A qualifying test (written) may be conducted before the interview, followed by the interview before the selection committee.
How to Apply Online
- Open the official notice using the link in Important Links and read it fully.
- Check eligibility: qualification, age limit (and relaxation), and the last date.
- Register on the official website of Updates and changes to the advertisement and fill the form carefully.
- Upload your photo and signature in the size asked (our Image Resizer can reduce them to the right KB).
- Pay the fee if one applies, submit, and keep a printout of the final form.
How to prepare
- Selection for this notice: A qualifying test (written) may be conducted before the interview, followed by the interview before the selection committee.
- There is no written exam listed: selection is by merit or interview. Keep original certificates and self-attested copies ready, and revise the subjects of your degree.
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Important Links
| Official Website (https://forest.jharkhand.gov.in/) | Click Here forest.jharkhand.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF – Advertisement No. R-2/2026-27 | Download forest.jharkhand.gov.in |
| Jharkhand Forest Department Official Website | Click Here forest.jharkhand.gov.in |
| Particulars | Details |
| Walk-in Date | 21.11.2026 |
| Reporting or Registration Time | Enrollment 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM only; interview starting at 11:30 AM |
| Posts | Senior Research Associate (table title: Senior Research Fellow (Senior Project Associate)) |
| Vacancies | 01 (One post) |
| Pay | Rs. 42,000/- + 18% HRA P/M |
| Advertisement No. | R-2/2026-27 |
| Link | Details |
| Official Notification PDF – Advertisement No. R-2/2026-27 | Walk-in notice for the Senior Research Associate post |
| Jharkhand Forest Department Official Website | Updates and changes to the advertisement |
Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, Jharkhand Senior Research Associate Recruitment 2026?
Age, as on the date of interview, i.e. 21.11.2026, should not exceed 35 years. A further relaxation of 4 years in age will be given to SC/ST/OBC/women candidates as per approved rules; Age should not exceed 35 years as on 21.11.2026, with a further relaxation of 4 years for SC/ST/OBC/women candidates as per approved rules.
What qualification is needed for Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, Jharkhand Senior Research Associate Recruitment 2026?
There is one temporary position under the SFMU project. The notice calls it Senior Research Associate in its text and "Senior Research Fellow (Senior Project Associate)" in the post table; it is the same single post. | First Class M.Sc in Forestry/ Botany/ Agriculture/ Statistics/ Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Systems (GIS)/ Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Biotechnology. | 1st division or…
What is the selection process for Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, Jharkhand Senior Research Associate Recruitment 2026?
A qualifying test (written) may be conducted before the interview, followed by the interview before the selection committee.
What is the official website for Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, Jharkhand Senior Research Associate Recruitment 2026?
The official website is https://forest.jharkhand.gov.in/.
Where do I apply for Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, Jharkhand Senior Research?
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