Forest Research Institute, Dehradun (Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education) (FRI) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Junior Project Fellow and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 4 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the offline process.
Offline applications for the vacancies of Junior Project Fellow and other Posts are open. The last date to apply is 10 September 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the deadline.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Junior Project Fellow and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
FRI – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Project Fellow (JPF) | 2 | Rs.24000-24000/- | Uttarakhand |
| Project Assistant (PA) | 2 | Rs.22000-22000/- | Uttarakhand |
| Total Vacancies: | 4 |
FRI Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for FRI Junior Project Fellow and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Forest Research Institute, Dehradun (Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education). The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Junior Project Fellow (JPF) | First Class M.Sc. in Forestry OR Agroforestry OR Botany OR Environmental Science. Desirable: Capable of extensive touring, knowledge of MS Office and computer applications. Preference to candidates with experience in relevant field. |
| Project Assistant (PA) | B.Sc. in Forestry OR Botany OR Environmental Science. Desirable: Capable of extensive touring, knowledge of MS Office and computer applications. Preference to candidates with experience in relevant field. |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Forest Research Institute, Dehradun (Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education) for Junior Project Fellow and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Junior Project Fellow (JPF) | Max 28 years |
| Project Assistant (PA) | No Details |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Junior Project Fellow and other Posts will be carried out through Walk-in Interview on 2026-09-10, registration from 09:00 AM to 10:15 AM. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Forest Research Institute, Dehradun (Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education). Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for FRI Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Offline Application |
The application for this recruitment of Forest Research Institute, Dehradun (Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education) is offline. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment offline by sending the form to Walk-in interview on 2026-09-10 at the Board Room of FRI Main Building, P.O. New Forest, Dehradun-248006. Registration: 09:00 AM to 10:15 AM. Bring bio-data with recent passport-size photograph and self-attested copies of educational certificates and relevant documents; candidates working elsewhere must bring NOC. (get form from https://fri.icfre.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/JPF-and-Project-Assistant-interview-on-dated-10-09-2026.pdf) before 10 September 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Application Form | Download Form |
| Official Website | fri.icfre.gov.in |
