Overview
Wildlife Institute of India (WII) has announced recruitment for 16 Project Associate and related posts for 2026. The application window is from 23 February to 10 March 2026. Eligibility requires a graduate or higher degree in relevant fields, with age limits ranging from 35 to 50 years depending on the post. The application fee is Rs. 500 for General category and Rs. 100 for SC/ST/OBC/EWS and Physically Challenged candidates. Salary ranges from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 77,000 + HRA. Selection involves screening based on qualifications and experience followed by an interview.
Key Details
- Organization
- Wildlife Institute of India
- Qualification
- Graduate or higher degree in relevant fields such as Wildlife Science, Zoology, Geoinformatics, Forestry, Environment Science, Natural Science, or related disciplines
- Vacancies
- 16
- Last date to apply
- 10 March 2026
Important Dates
| online_application_open | 23 February 2026 |
| online_application_close | 10 March 2026 |
| last_date_to_apply | 10 March 2026 |
Important Links
- notificationOpen Link
Vacancy Details
Project Associate – I: 3; Project Scientist – I (Ecology): 2; Project Associate II (Camera Trapping, M‑STrIPES, HWC/Awareness): 1; Project Associate II (Community Safeguard/ Livelihood): 1; Project Assistant (Management/Finance/Admin): 1; Principal Project Associate: 1; Project Associate II: 2; Project Associate-I: 3; Project Associate- I (Sea turtle ecology): 1; Senior Project Associate: 1
Selection Process
Screening based on qualification and experience followed by an interview
How to Apply
Download and read the official notification PDF., Verify eligibility criteria and age limits., Prepare required documents (photograph, signature, certificates)., Visit the official website or use the Apply Online link., Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details., Upload the required documents in the prescribed format., Pay the application fee online (Rs. 500 for General, Rs. 100 for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PC)., Review all details carefully and submit the application., Print or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for WII Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 16 Project Associate Posts?
online application open: 23 February 2026; online application close: 10 March 2026; last date to apply: 10 March 2026
What is the application fee?
General: 500; SC/ST/OBC/EWS: 100; PC: 100
What is the age limit?
35 to 50 years (varies by post; maximum 35 years for Project Associate I & II, 40 years for Project Scientist I and Principal Project Associate, 50 years for Project Assistant and Senior Project Associate)
What is the selection process?
Screening based on qualification and experience followed by an interview