FRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026

The Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun is hiring 1 Project Associate for an IFFCO-funded neem research project. If you have an M.Sc. in Forestry, you can walk in directly for the interview — no online application is needed. The walk-in interview is on 11 August 2026 at 9:00 AM at FRI, Dehradun. The fellowship amount is a fixed Rs. 25,000 per month. Upper age limit is 35 years.

Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun Project Associate Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

FRI Dehradun, working under the Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education (ICFRE), has issued Advertisement No. 5-1/RCS/2026 for 1 Project Associate post in the Genetics and Tree Improvement division. The project, led by Dr. Ashok Kumar and funded by IFFCO, works on genetic improvement of neem (Azadirachta indica) to develop dwarf genotypes and neem products with enriched active constituents. This is a walk-in interview — there is no online application process, and the position is purely temporary for an initial duration of 1 year or until the project ends, whichever is earlier.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: M.Sc. in Forestry
• Desirable: Working experience in biochemical analysis of forestry species and nursery techniques
• Desirable: You should be willing to travel and stay in difficult terrains and far-off places to complete field observation and sample collection

Age Limit

• Upper age limit for Project Associate is 35 years as on 1 June 2026.
• Age Relaxation: Up to 5 years for SC/ST, Women, Persons with Disabilities and OBC candidates.

Salary

• You will get a fixed fellowship of Rs. 25,000 per month.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

1. Document Verification: Bring your bio-data, a recent passport-size photograph, and self-attested copies of all educational and experience certificates for submission at the Group Coordinator (Research) office.
2. Interview: Conducted in the Board Room of the FRI Main Building on the day of the walk-in.

The fellowship does not guarantee subsequent employment in any institute under ICFRE. If you have already completed 4 years as SRF/SPF/JRF/JPF, you will not be considered for this post. Your PhD tenure and teaching experience are not counted as research experience, and the Director, FRI reserves the right to increase, decrease, or not fill the position.

The Genetic Improvement of Azadirachta indica project aims to develop dwarf neem genotypes and neem-based products with enriched active constituents, in partnership with IFFCO. This advertisement is published in both Hindi and English; if there is any difference between the two, the English version will be treated as the standard text.

How to Apply

1. Report for registration between 9:00 AM and 10:15 AM on 11 August 2026.
2. Go to the Board Room, FRI Main Building, P.O. New Forest, Dehradun-248006.
3. Carry your bio-data, a recent passport-size photograph, and self-attested copies of all educational and relevant certificates.
4. If you are currently employed elsewhere, bring a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your institute.
5. Attend the interview — no separate call letter will be issued for this walk-in.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 4 August 2026
• Walk-in Interview Date: 11 August 2026, 9:00 AM
• Registration Window: 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM on 11 August 2026

• Conduct biochemical analysis of neem (Azadirachta indica) genotypes and plant samples
• Assist in nursery techniques and raising of dwarf neem genotypes
• Travel to field sites to carry out observations and collect plant samples
• Maintain accurate records of laboratory experiments and field data
• Support the Principal Investigator with project documentation and reporting
• Coordinate with the Genetics and Tree Improvement division for day-to-day project activities