ICFRE JPF, Field Assistant, PA Recruitment 2026

ICFRE-Institute of Forest Productivity (ICFRE-IFP), Ranchi is hiring 5 candidates for Junior Project Fellow, Field Assistant, and Project Assistant posts under two ongoing research projects. If you have a Science degree or 12th pass with Science, you can walk in for a direct interview — no application form or online registration is needed. The walk-in interview is on 14 August 2026 at 9:30 AM. You must be under 28 years old (relaxation up to 5 years for reserved categories), and salaries range from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 24,000 per month.

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) JPF, Field Assistant & Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 5 Posts

The Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, is filling 5 temporary project positions at its Institute of Forest Productivity (ICFRE-IFP) in Ranchi. The posts are spread across two research projects — one on eco-rehabilitation of degraded coal mines (running till 2029) and another on the demand and supply of medicinal plants (a 6-month project). There is no written test or online application for these posts — eligible candidates are selected purely through a walk-in interview. This is a good opportunity for science graduates and postgraduates who want hands-on research experience in forestry and environmental science.

The Junior Project Fellow and Field Assistant posts fall under the coal mine eco-rehabilitation project, which studies how forestry interventions can restore degraded mining land across different agroclimatic zones of India. The Project Assistant posts belong to a shorter, 6-month survey project that maps the demand and supply of medicinal plants and their raw material at a national level. All three posts are purely temporary and time-bound — they run co-terminus with the project and do not guarantee any job after the project ends. ICFRE can also end your engagement at any time, without giving a reason, based on the National Project Coordinator, Principal Coordinator, or Principal Investigator’s decision.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Field Assistant (FA): 2 posts — Rs. 20,000/month
• Project Assistant (PA): 2 posts — Rs. 22,000/month
• Junior Project Fellow (JPF): 1 post — Rs. 24,000/month + HRA as admissible

Who Can Apply?

Junior Project Fellow (JPF) — Rs. 24,000/month:

• You need a 1st Class M.Sc in Biological Science or Forestry.
• Desirable: Qualified in GATE, CSIR-NET, or an equivalent national-level exam; knowledge of Ecology; experience handling sophisticated instrumental techniques.

Field Assistant (FA) — Rs. 20,000/month:

• You need a 1st Class Intermediate/12th (10+2) in Science.
• Desirable: Proficiency in speaking Hindi, Bengali, or Odia. You may be posted at mining sites in Jharkhand, West Bengal, or Odisha.

Project Assistant (PA) — Rs. 22,000/month:

• You need a 1st Class B.Sc in Botany, Agriculture, or Forestry.
• Desirable: Computer knowledge (MS Office and data entry) and familiarity with statistical tools. This role involves extensive travel across Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.

Age Limit

• You should be under 28 years as on 1 June 2026 for all three posts.
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC candidates, persons with disabilities, and women candidates get up to 5 years of relaxation.

Salary

• Junior Project Fellow: Rs. 24,000 per month plus HRA as admissible.
• Project Assistant: Rs. 22,000 per month, fixed.
• Field Assistant: Rs. 20,000 per month, fixed.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

ICFRE will select candidates through a single walk-in interview:

1. Document Screening: Your original certificates and documents are checked on the spot.
2. Walk-In Interview: Eligible candidates are interviewed directly — there is no written test for these project posts.

Your engagement, if selected, will be governed by ICFRE Dehradun’s rules for RA/JRF/JPF/SRF/SPF/PA/FA positions. Only Indian nationals can apply, and the number of posts under each project may vary depending on actual vacancies at the time of the interview.

How to Apply

1. Report directly for the walk-in interview on 14 August 2026 (Friday) at 9:30 AM at ICFRE-Institute of Forest Productivity, Ranchi.
2. Bring a duly signed bio-data along with all original documents.
3. Carry a recent passport-size coloured photograph.
4. Bring self-attested copies of your academic certificates and category/age proof documents.
5. If you do not have your final Provisional Certificate or Degree Certificate yet, carry whatever original proof of qualification you currently hold.

Important Dates

• Notification Updated: 3 August 2026
• Walk-In Interview Date: 14 August 2026

• Assist in field data collection and sampling for the assigned forestry research project
• Support laboratory analysis of soil, plant, or ecological samples
• Maintain accurate records of field visits, experiments, and observations
• Travel to project sites across the assigned states for surveys and monitoring
• Prepare reports and data sheets under the guidance of the Project Investigator
• Coordinate with local communities and site staff during fieldwork
• Handle basic lab equipment and follow safety protocols during research work