# WII Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 19 Project Associate, Project Assistant and More Posts > Wildlife Institute of India has released the WII Recruitment 2026 notification. The application fee is ₹ 100/- for for General Category;. Apply only through the official website (wii.gov.in). - Organisation: Wildlife Institute of India - Category: Latest Jobs - Location: All India - Advertisement no.: WII/ADVT. 1/RP-CELL/ - Page: https://officialsarkariresult.com/post/wii-recruitment-2026-apply-online-for-19-project-associate-project-assistant-and-e82deb - Last updated: 2026-10-17T05:45:17Z - Official source: https://wii.gov.in/uploads/media/pdf/recruitment/Advertisement1_RPCell_October_2026.pdf ## Important dates - Online Application Open Date: 17 October 2026 - Online Application Close Date: 01 November 2026 ## Application fee - for General Category;: ₹ 100/- ## Age limit - The upper age limit for Project Associate II positions is 35 years. - The upper age limit for Project Assistant and Administrative Assistant positions is 50 years. ## Eligibility - Project Associate II (SBHEP): Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Environmental Sciences/ Geoinformatics/ Remote Sensing/ GIS/ Forestry Sciences/ freshwater ecology) from a recognized institute/ University AND Two years of experience (After obtaining Master’s Degree) - Project Associate I: Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Environmental Sciences/ freshwater ecology/ Life Sciences) from a recognized institute/ University - Project Associate I (Social): Master’s Degree in any Social Science Discipline (Geography/ Economics/ Social Work/ Anthropology) from recognized institute/ University - Project Associate I (Spatial analyst): Master’s Degree in Engineering/ Technology (Remote Sensing and GIS/ Geoinformatics) OR Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Environmental Sciences/ Life Sciences/ Remote Sensing and GIS/ Geoinformatics) from recognized institute/ University - Project Assistant (SBHEP & Nicobar): Bachelor’s Degree in Science (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Marine Sciences / Marine Biology/ Environmental Sciences/ Geoinformatics/ Life Sciences/ Agricultural/ Forestry) from recognized institute/ University - Administrative Assistant: Graduation degree in any discipline from recognized institute/ University - Project Assistant (Sea Turtles): Bachelor’s Degree in Science (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Marine Sciences / Marine Biology/ Environmental Sciences/ Geoinformatics/ Life Sciences/ Agricultural/ Forestry) from recognized institute/ University - Senior Project Associate (Safeguards Expert): Four Years Bachelor’s Degree (4 Yr BSc degree as per National Education Policy) in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Biology/ Ecology/ Environmental Sciences/ Life Sciences) AND Four years of experience in R&D in Industrials or Science & Technology Institutions or Scientific activities and Services; OR Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences AND Four years of experience in R&D; OR Doctoral Degree in Science. - Project Associate II (Capacity Development / Monitoring Specialist): Four Years Bachelor’s Degree (as per National Education Policy) in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science / Biology / Botany / Zoology / Ecology / Environmental Science or related disciplines) AND two years of relevant experience in R&D / scientific activities; OR Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences AND two years of relevant experience. ## Selection process 1. Field/Lab/Project Assistant category: Bachelor's Degree percentage (25 Marks) and Specialization relevance via internship/volunteering/experience (25 Marks) — Total 50 Marks. 2. Project Associate - I category: Master's Degree percentage (25 Marks) and Specialization relevance via internship/volunteering/experience (25 Marks) — Total 50 Marks. 3. Project Associate – II/ Senior Project Associate categories: UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET with JRFship or WII-NET passed (5 Marks), Post Graduation marks (25 Marks), Research/Work Experience (10 Marks), and Publications in journals/conferences/book chapters (10 Marks) — Total 50 Marks. 4. Shortlisting of applicants for online interviews will be based on essential qualifications, age limit, percentage of marks in Bachelor’s/Master’s degrees, specialization relevance, research experience, and publications. Based on screening criteria, the top ten (10) short-listed candidates against each advertised project/position will be called for interviews. The selection criteria marks are allotted as follows: 5. Candidates are shortlisted based on essential qualifications, age limit, marks percentage, experience, and publications, following which top shortlisted candidates are called for an online interview. ## Official links - [Application Form](https://wiirp.com/application.php) - [Official Notification PDF](https://wii.gov.in/uploads/media/pdf/recruitment/Advertisement1_RPCell_October_2026.pdf) - [Official Website](https://wii.gov.in) ## Questions ### What is the age limit for WII Recruitment 2026? The upper age limit for Project Associate II positions is 35 years; The upper age limit for Project Assistant and Administrative Assistant positions is 50 years. ### What is the application fee for WII Recruitment 2026? for General Category;: ₹ 100/-. ### What qualification is needed for WII Recruitment 2026? Project Associate II (SBHEP): Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/ Environmental Sciences/ Geoinformatics/ Remote Sensing/ GIS/ Forestry Sciences/ freshwater ecology) from a recognized institute/ University AND Two years of experience (After obtaining Master’s Degree) | Project Associate I: Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science/ Zoology/ Ecology/… ### What is the selection process for WII Recruitment 2026? Field/Lab/Project Assistant category: Bachelor's Degree percentage (25 Marks) and Specialization relevance via internship/volunteering/experience (25 Marks) — Total 50 Marks, Project Associate - I category: Master's Degree percentage (25 Marks) and Specialization relevance via internship/volunteering/experience (25 Marks) — Total 50 Marks, Project Associate – II/ Senior Project Associate categories: UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET with JRFship or WII-NET passed (5 Marks), Post Graduation marks (25 Marks), Research/Work Experience (10 Marks), and Publications in journals/conferences/book chapters (10 Marks) — Total 50 Marks, Shortlisting of applicants for online interviews will be based on essential qualifications, age limit, percentage of marks in Bachelor’s/Master’s degrees, specialization relevance, research experience, and publications. Based on screening criteria, the top ten (10) short-listed candidates against each advertised project/position will be called for interviews. The selection criteria marks are allotted as follows:, Candidates are shortlisted based on essential qualifications, age limit, marks percentage, experience, and publications, following which top shortlisted candidates are called for an online interview. ### What is the official website for WII Recruitment 2026? The official website is https://wii.gov.in. ### Where do I apply for WII Recruitment 2026? Apply only on the official website (wii.gov.in). GovtPulse is a private information site and never takes applications or fees. --- GovtPulse is a private information website, not a government site. Apply and pay fees only on the official website.