# ZSI Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 4 Junior Research Fellow Or Junior Project Fellow, Junior Research Fellow Posts

> Zoological Survey of India, Southern Regional Centre, Chennai has released the ZSI Recruitment 2026 notification for 4 posts. The last date to apply is 20 November 2026. Apply only through the official website (zsi.gov.in).

- Organisation: Zoological Survey of India, Southern Regional Centre, Chennai
- Category: Latest Jobs
- Location: All India
- Total posts: 4
- Advertisement no.: ZSI/LTEO/2026/01
- Page: https://officialsarkariresult.com/post/zsi-recruitment-2026-apply-online-for-4-junior-research-fellow-or-junior-project-d2b030
- Last updated: 2026-11-05T16:50:35Z
- Official source: https://zsi.gov.in/public/uploads/documents/advertisement/hindi/LTEO(Arthropods)_Project_Positions_Oct_2026.pdf

## Important dates

- Date of advertisement: 31 October 2026
- Last date to apply: 20 November 2026

## Age limit

- SC / ST / OBC / Women / PD candidates get age relaxation as per Govt. of India norms. The general instructions mention SC/ST/OBC-Non-Creamy Layer (NCL)/Women/Physically Challenged applicants. The notice prints no date for counting age.
- Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.
- The limit is not more than 28 years for the Junior posts and not more than 32 years for the Senior posts. SC / ST / OBC / Women / PD candidates get relaxation as per Govt. of India norms.

## Eligibility

- Junior Research Fellow (NET/GATE Qualified) Or Junior Project Fellow (NET/GATE non-qualified): M.Sc., Zoology/Wildlife Biology/Biodiversity with at least 65% marks or CGPA of 6.5 in 10-point scale, and CSIR-NET/GATE
- Senior Research Fellow (NET/GATE Qualified) Or Senior Project Fellow (NET/GATE non-qualified): M.Sc., Zoology/Wildlife biology/Biodiversity with at least 65% marks or CGPA of 6.5 in 10-point scale with two years' experience in the data curation, data analysis, GIS, remote sensing and species distribution modelling with research publications
- An M.Sc. in Zoology, Wildlife Biology or Biodiversity with at least 65% marks or CGPA of 6.5 in 10-point scale, and CSIR-NET/GATE, as printed in the notice.

## Vacancies

| Post | Posts |
| --- | --- |
| Junior Research Fellow (NET/GATE Qualified) Or Junior Project Fellow (NET/GATE non-qualified) | 3 |
| Senior Research Fellow (NET/GATE Qualified) Or Senior Project Fellow (NET/GATE non-qualified) | 1 |

## Selection process

1. Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of their qualification and experience. Shortlisted candidates are informed through email / speed post to appear before an interview committee. The date and time of the interview are informed through mobile number / email. Original certificates must be produced for verification at the time of interview.

## Official links

- [ZSI Official Notification PDF](https://zsi.gov.in/public/uploads/documents/advertisement/hindi/LTEO(Arthropods)_Project_Positions_Oct_2026.pdf)
- [Zoological Survey of India Official Website](https://zsi.gov.in/)

## Questions

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

The last date to apply is 20 November 2026.

### How many vacancies are there in ZSI Recruitment 2026?

There are 4 posts in total.

### What is the age limit for ZSI Recruitment 2026?

SC / ST / OBC / Women / PD candidates get age relaxation as per Govt. of India norms. The general instructions mention SC/ST/OBC-Non-Creamy Layer (NCL)/Women/Physically Challenged applicants. The notice prints no date for counting age; Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post; The limit is not more than 28 years for the Junior posts and not more than 32 years for the Senior posts. SC / ST / OBC / Women / PD candidates get relaxation as per Govt. of India norms.

### What qualification is needed for ZSI Recruitment 2026?

Junior Research Fellow (NET/GATE Qualified) Or Junior Project Fellow (NET/GATE non-qualified): M.Sc., Zoology/Wildlife Biology/Biodiversity with at least 65% marks or CGPA of 6.5 in 10-point scale, and CSIR-NET/GATE | Senior Research Fellow (NET/GATE Qualified) Or Senior Project Fellow (NET/GATE non-qualified): M.Sc., Zoology/Wildlife biology/Biodiversity with at least 65% marks or CGPA of 6.5 in …

### What is the selection process for ZSI Recruitment 2026?

Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of their qualification and experience. Shortlisted candidates are informed through email / speed post to appear before an interview committee. The date and time of the interview are informed through mobile number / email. Original certificates must be produced for verification at the time of interview.

### What is the official website for ZSI Recruitment 2026?

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

### Where do I apply for ZSI Recruitment 2026?

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

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