The Forest Research Institute (FRI) Dehradun has released the official notification for its 2026 recruitment drive. There are 11 vacancies available for positions including Project Scientist, Research Associate, and Junior Project Fellow. Eligible candidates can find complete details on the official website https://fri.icfre.gov.in.
Walk-in interviews for the FRI Dehradun Recruitment 2026 are scheduled between 26 May 2026 and 29 May 2026. Qualifications range from a Bachelor’s Degree in Science to a Doctoral Degree, with a maximum age limit of 45 years depending on the post.
Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Forest Research Institute Dehradun |
| Post Name | Project Scientist, Research Associate, Junior Project Fellow, Project Assistant |
| No of Posts | 11 |
| Advt No | 5-1/RCS/2026 (Advert.)/ (May) |
| Salary | Rs. 78000, Rs. 67000, Rs. 24000, Rs. 25000, Rs. 20000 |
| Qualification | Doctoral Degree, M.Tech/M.E/M.Sc, M.Sc in Agriculture/Botany/Biotechnology/Chemistry/Biochemistry, Bachelor’s degree in Science. |
| Age Limit | Project Scientist-III: 45 years, Project Scientist-II: 40 years, Research Associate & Project Associate: 35 years, Junior Project Fellow: 28 years (Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, Women, PH, OBC) |
| Walk-in Date | 26-05-2026, 28-05-2026, 29-05-2026 |
| Apply Mode | Walk-in |
| Job Type | Temporary |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 12 May 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date (Project Scientist-III, Research Associate-III, Junior Project Fellow) | 26 May 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date (Project Scientist-II, Project Associate) | 28 May 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date (Project Assistant) | 29 May 2026 |
| Registration Time | 09:00 AM to 10:15 AM |
Age Limit
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist-III | Maximum age 45 years |
| Project Scientist-II | Maximum age 40 years |
| Research Associate & Project Associate | Maximum age 35 years |
| Junior Project Fellow | Maximum age 28 years |
| Relaxation | 5 years for SC/ST, Women, PH, and OBC candidates |
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist-III | Doctoral Degree in Forestry/ Botany with seven years of experience in research |
| Research Associate-III | Doctoral Degree in GIS/ Geoinformatics or 3 years of research/teaching experience after M.Tech./M.E./M.Sc. |
| Junior Project Fellow (JPF) | First class M.Sc. in Forestry/Botany |
| Project Scientist-II | Ph.D. in Forestry with a minimum of three years of research experience in R&D |
| Project Associate | M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) or M.Sc. in Forestry |
| Project Associate | M.Sc. in Botany / Biotechnology |
| Project Associate | M.Sc. in Chemistry / Biochemistry |
| Project Assistant (PA) | Bachelor’s degree in Science (Zoology, Botany, Chemistry) |
FRI Dehradun Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist-III | 1 |
| Research Associate-III | 1 |
| Junior Project Fellow (JPF) | 3 |
| Project Scientist-II | 1 |
| Project Associate | 4 |
| Project Assistant (PA) | 1 |
| Total | 11 |
Salary
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist-III | Rs. 78000 + HRA |
| Research Associate-III | Rs. 67000 + HRA |
| Junior Project Fellow (JPF) | Rs. 24000 |
| Project Scientist-II | Rs. 67000 (fixed) |
| Project Associate | Rs. 25000 (fixed) |
| Project Assistant (PA) | Rs. 20000 (fixed) |
Selection Process
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Interview | Candidates will be selected based on their performance in the interview. |
How to Apply for FRI Dehradun Recruitment 2026
- Click the official notification link below to find the walk-in venue and report on the scheduled dates.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Download FRI Dehradun Job 2026 Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When do the walk-in interviews conclude for these FRI Dehradun positions?
Ans. The final day to attend the walk-in interviews is May 29, 2026. Be sure to check the exact schedule for your specific post.
Q2. How many openings are available in this recruitment drive?
Ans. There are 11 total vacancies open across various project scientist, associate, and assistant roles.
Q3. What is the maximum age allowed to participate?
Ans. Depending on the specific role you are applying for, the upper age limit ranges between 28 and 45 years. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories.
Q4. Do I need to pay an application fee?
Ans. No, the official notification does not state any application fee to attend the walk-in interviews.
Q5. What kind of degree is needed for the Project Scientist roles?
Ans. You’ll need a Doctoral Degree in a relevant scientific field, plus specific post-doctoral research experience as outlined in the notification.
Q6. How does the selection process work?
Ans. Your selection will be determined entirely based on how you perform during the walk-in interview.
Q7. Where is the official notification document available?
Ans. You can download the complete notification PDF directly from the official FRI Dehradun website using the link in the important links section.
