WII Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Project Associate I, Project Scientist I and More Posts

Age limits

• Project Associate - I: up to 35 years (age relaxations as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC)
• Project Scientist I (Ecology): up to 45 years (SC/ST up to 5 years, OBC up to 3 years)
• Senior Project Associate: up to 40 years (SC/ST up to 5 years, OBC up to 3 years)
• Project Associate I (Ecology): up to 35 years (SC/ST up to 5 years, OBC up to 3 years)
• Project Associate I (03 (1)): up to 35 years (SC/ST up to 5 years, OBC up to 3 years)
• Project Associate II (04 (1)): up to 35 years (SC/ST up to 5 years, OBC up to 3 years)
• Project Associate I (04 (2)): up to 35 years (SC/ST up to 5 years, OBC up to 3 years)

Educational qualifications

• Project Associate - I: Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Forestry, Biodiversity and Conservation)
• Project Scientist I (Ecology): Doctoral Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science / Ecology / Biodiversity and Conservation)
• Senior Project Associate: Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Forestry)
• Project Associate I (Ecology): Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science / Ecology / Forestry / Biodiversity and Conservation)
• Project Associate I (03 (1)): Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Biodiversity Studies and Management / Wildlife Science / Zoology / Ecology / Life Sciences) / Agricultural Sciences
• Project Associate II (04 (1)): Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Biodiversity Studies and Management / Wildlife Science / Zoology / Ecology / Life Sciences) / Agricultural Sciences and two years of relevant R&D experience
• Project Associate I (04 (2)): Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Biodiversity Studies and Management / Wildlife Science / Zoology / Ecology / Life Sciences) / Agricultural Sciences

Important dates

• Online Application Open Date: 19 March 2026
• Online Application Close Date: 03 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 03 April 2026

Application fee

• General: Rs. 500
• SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Physically Challenged: Rs. 100 (Processing Fee)

How to apply

• Apply online on or before 03-04-2026 via the official WII website or the provided Apply Online link.
• Fill the application form carefully with accurate personal, educational, and contact details.
• Upload required documents (photograph, signature, certificates) in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee online if applicable.
• Review all details before submitting and keep a printed or saved copy for reference.

Additional notes

• Read the official notification PDF thoroughly for vacancy details, eligibility, age limits, and instructions.
• No separate application forms will be accepted; multiple submissions should be avoided.
• Ensure that NET/JRF or other qualifying criteria are met as applicable to the specific post.
• Only online applications will be considered valid.