# ZSI Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

> Zoological Survey of India has released the ZSI Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 notification. The last date to apply is 11 November 2026. Apply only through the official website (zsi.gov.in).

- Organisation: Zoological Survey of India
- Category: Latest Jobs
- Location: All India
- Advertisement no.: 03/ZSI-INCOIS/2026
- Page: https://officialsarkariresult.com/post/zsi-junior-research-fellow-recruitment-2026-apply-online-cad5de
- Last updated: 2026-11-09T07:40:17Z
- Official source: https://zsi.gov.in/public/uploads/documents/advertisement/hindi/Advertisement%203_INCOIS_2026.pdf

## Important dates

- Date of notice: 25 October 2026
- Age cut-off date: 30 October 2026
- Last date to apply: 11 November 2026

## Age limit

- The upper age limit is 28 years as on 30 October 2026. The upper age limit may be relaxed up to five years for SC, ST and OBC candidates (as per GoI rules).
- The notice does not list a desirable qualification. Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility terms.
- The upper age limit is 28 years as on 30 October 2026, relaxable up to five years for SC, ST and OBC candidates as per GoI rules.

## Eligibility

- M.Sc in Zoology / Marine Sciences / Environmental Science / Biophysics and Molecular Biology / Lifesciences with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks from a recognised university.
- Research experience of a minimum of two years in zooplankton studies.
- Publications in reputed SCI journals.
- An M.Sc in Zoology / Marine Sciences / Environmental Science / Biophysics and Molecular Biology / Lifesciences with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks from a recognised university. Two years of research experience in zooplankton studies and publications in reputed SCI journals are also required.

## Pay

The fellowship is Rs 37,000/- plus HRA, according to DST and Central Government norms.

## Selection process

1. Only qualified and suitable candidates will be called for an interview, held at ZSI, Kolkata. Selected candidates for the interview are informed through email. They must register their details at 11:00 AM on the day of the interview at Zoological Survey of India, 'M' Block, New Alipore, Kolkata-700053. The interview date is not specified in the notice.
2. Candidates should bring the duly filled-in application with self-attested true copies of testimonials of qualifications, experience, date of birth, etc., along with copies of mark sheets of all examinations. All original documents should be produced at the time of Online Interview.

## Official links

- [Official Notification PDF](https://zsi.gov.in/public/uploads/documents/advertisement/hindi/Advertisement%203_INCOIS_2026.pdf)
- [ZSI Official Website](https://www.zsi.gov.in)
- [ZSI Official Website (www.zsi.gov.in)](https://www.zsi.gov.in)

## Questions

### What is the last date to apply for ZSI Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply is 11 November 2026.

### What is the age limit for ZSI Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?

The upper age limit is 28 years as on 30 October 2026. The upper age limit may be relaxed up to five years for SC, ST and OBC candidates (as per GoI rules); The notice does not list a desirable qualification. Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility terms; The upper age limit is 28 years as on 30 October 2026, relaxable up to five years for SC, ST and OBC candidates as per GoI rules.

### What qualification is needed for ZSI Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?

M.Sc in Zoology / Marine Sciences / Environmental Science / Biophysics and Molecular Biology / Lifesciences with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks from a recognised university. | Research experience of a minimum of two years in zooplankton studies. | Publications in reputed SCI journals. | An M.Sc in Zoology / Marine Sciences / Environmental Science / Biophysics and Molecular Biology / Lifesciences…

### What is the selection process for ZSI Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?

Only qualified and suitable candidates will be called for an interview, held at ZSI, Kolkata. Selected candidates for the interview are informed through email. They must register their details at 11:00 AM on the day of the interview at Zoological Survey of India, 'M' Block, New Alipore, Kolkata-700053. The interview date is not specified in the notice, Candidates should bring the duly filled-in application with self-attested true copies of testimonials of qualifications, experience, date of birth, etc., along with copies of mark sheets of all examinations. All original documents should be produced at the time of Online Interview.

### What is the official website for ZSI Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?

The official website is https://www.zsi.gov.in.

### Where do I apply for ZSI Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?

Apply only on the official website (zsi.gov.in). Govt Recruitment is a private information site and never takes applications or fees.

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