SGNP Technical Advisor Recruitment 2026

About This Job

Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP) Borivali is hiring 1 Technical Advisor on a contract basis. If you are a retired Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) or Divisional Manager (DM) from the Maharashtra Forest Department or Maharashtra Forest Development Corporation, you can apply. The last date to submit your application is 25 May 2026 at 5:00 PM. Monthly pay is Rs. 50,000 (negotiable based on qualification and experience).

Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP) Technical Advisor Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Office of the Deputy Director (South), Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Borivali has released an advertisement for the selection of 1 Technical Advisor on a contract basis. The Advisor will support the Office of the Conservator of Forests and Director, SGNP Borivali, across three work streams: tourism and eco-tourism management, High Power Committee (HPC) work, and project and technical support. This is a retired officer position — only retired DFOs or Divisional Managers from the Maharashtra Forest Department can apply.

Who Can Apply?

• Past Service: You must be a retired officer from the Maharashtra Forest Department or Maharashtra Forest Development Corporation Ltd.
• Post Held: You should have retired from the post of Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) or Divisional Manager (DM).
• Experience: Minimum 10-12 years of relevant experience in the Forest Department.

Salary

• Consolidated monthly pay: Rs. 50,000 per month.
• The amount is negotiable based on your qualification and experience.
• No separate allowances are mentioned in the advertisement.

Nature of Engagement

• Engagement is on a contract basis for an initial period of 11 months, extendable.
• The position is purely temporary — there is no claim for permanent employment.

Scope of Work

The Technical Advisor will support the Conservator of Forests and Director, SGNP Borivali, in three areas:

A. Tourism and Eco-Tourism Management

• Plan and develop sustainable tourism infrastructure
• Set up visitor management systems, carrying capacity assessment, and crowd regulation
• Upgrade tourism facilities like entry gates, interpretation centres, safari management, and digital ticketing
• Develop eco-friendly tourism models aligned with conservation goals
• Improve visitor experience using smart technologies (QR systems, surveillance, guides, signage)

B. High Power Committee (HPC) Works

• Follow up directives issued by High Power Committees and court-appointed committees
• Prepare compliance reports, status notes, and Action Taken Reports (ATRs)
• Provide technical scrutiny for encroachment management, rehabilitation planning, and eco-restoration
• Help with documentation, data compilation, and presentations before authorities

C. Project and Technical Support

• Prepare and vet DPRs, estimates, and technical proposals
• Monitor project execution, timelines, and quality
• Coordinate with government departments, consultants, and contractors
• Assist in e-tendering, bid evaluation, and procurement

Selection Process

Selection will be done in three stages:

1. Shortlisting based on qualification and experience
2. Personal Interview / Technical Presentation
3. Final Selection based on merit and suitability

How to Apply

1. Download the application format from the official website mahaforest.gov.in or get it from the SGNP office notice board.
2. Fill in the application form with your full name, date of birth, address, mobile number, email, age, and experience details.
3. Attach supporting documents — retirement order, experience proof, and identity proof.
4. Send or submit the application to the Deputy Director (South), Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Borivali (East), Mumbai - 400 066.
5. Make sure your application reaches the office before 25 May 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 11 May 2026
• Last Date to Submit Application: 25 May 2026 (by 5:00 PM)
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Plan and oversee sustainable tourism and eco-tourism projects inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park
• Follow up on directives from High Power Committees and court-appointed committees
• Prepare compliance reports, action taken reports, and status notes for senior forest authorities
• Prepare and vet Detailed Project Reports (DPRs), cost estimates, and technical proposals
• Monitor execution of projects within timelines and quality standards
• Coordinate with government departments, consultants, and contractors on park projects
• Assist in e-tendering, bid evaluation, and procurement processes
• Handle technical scrutiny of encroachment management, rehabilitation, and eco-restoration work