Overview
Forest Research Institute (FRI) is recruiting 5 posts for 2026: 2 Project Associate-I, 2 Project Assistant, and 1 Junior Research Fellow. The walk-in interview will be held on 11 February 2026 at the FRI Main Building in Dehradun. Eligibility requires a first class M.Sc. or B.Sc. in relevant subjects, with age limits of 35 years for Project Associate-I and 28 years for Junior Research Fellow, and up to 5 years relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, Women, and physically handicapped candidates. Salary ranges from ₹20,000 to ₹31,000 per month plus HRA. Candidates must register and attend the interview as per the specified schedule.
Key Details
- Organization
- Forest Research Institute (FRI)
- Qualification
- Project Associate-I: First class M.Sc. in Botany/Plant Biotechnology/Plant Physiology/Ecology/Forestry (Post 1) or First class M.Sc. in Botany or First Class M.Sc. in Agriculture with specialization in Seed Science & Technology (Post 2). Project Assistant: B.Sc. in Botany/Plant Science/Forestry/Environmental Science (Post 3) or B.Sc. in Forestry/Botany/Environmental Science (Post 4). Junior Research Fellow: First class M.Sc. in Forestry.
- Vacancies
- 5
- Posted
- 21/01/2026
Important Dates
| notification_date | 21/01/2026 |
| walk_in_interview_date | 11/02/2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Project Associate-I: 2; Project Assistant: 2; Junior Research Fellow: 1
Selection Process
Walk-in Interview
How to Apply
Report for registration on 11/02/2026 between 09:00 AM to 10:15 AM in the Board Room, FRI Main Building, Dehradun., Bring copy of bio-data, recent passport size photograph, and self-attested copies of all educational certificates and relevant documents., Attend the Walk-in Interview at 09:00 AM on 11/02/2026 in the Board Room, FRI Main Building, P.O. New Forest, Dehradun-248006., No separate letter will be issued; no TA/DA will be paid.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Forest Research Institute Recruitment 2026 – Walk in for 05 JRF, Project Associate and Project Assistant Posts?
notification date: 21/01/2026; walk in interview date: 11/02/2026
What is the age limit?
Project Associate-I: 35 years (max); Junior Research Fellow: 28 years (max); Age relaxation up to 5 years for SC/ST, OBC, Women, PH.
What is the selection process?
Walk-in Interview