| Board | Hazaribagh West Forest Division Vacancy 2026 - 3 Senior Research Fellow, Junior Research Fellow PostsHazaribagh West Forest Division Vacancy 2026 |
| State | Jharkhand |
| Qualification | 3 Posts |
| Salary | Rs. 35,000/- (SRF) and Rs. 30,000/- (JRF) per month consolidated |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 20 Oct 2026 |
All details on this page come from the official recruitment notification published by Hazaribagh West Forest Division Vacancy 2026 - 3 Senior Research Fellow, Junior Research Fellow PostsHazaribagh West Forest Division Vacancy 2026 (advertisement no. M.A, M.Sc) — posted . You can check the original notification PDF here. Where a detail is not mentioned in that notification, it is clearly marked as not specified.
The Office of the Divisional Forest Officer, Hazaribagh West Forest Division, Jharkhand, has announced a recruitment drive for three temporary and contractual positions within the Research/Study Team for the preparation of the Working Plan. This initiative, aligned with the National Working Plan Code (NWPC), 2023, seeks to fill one Senior Research Fellow (SRF) post and two Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts. These roles are project-specific and will be coterminous with the project duration. Eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications by 20 October 2026. The selection process involves a walk-in interview scheduled for 24 October 2026. This is a significant opportunity for individuals with relevant postgraduate qualifications and research experience to contribute to forest management and conservation efforts in the Hazaribagh and Chatra districts. All essential details regarding eligibility, application procedure, and important dates are available in the official notification, which candidates are strongly advised to review thoroughly before applying.
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Office of the Divisional Forest Officer, Hazaribagh West Forest Division, Hazaribagh |
| Department | Research/ Study Team for Working Plan Preparation |
| Project | Preparation of the Working Plan of Hazaribagh West Forest Division, Hazaribagh (NWPC, 2023) |
| Funding Agency | Jharkhand Forest Department |
| Tenure | Temporary and contractual, project-specific |
| Post Names | Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Job Location | Hazaribagh, Jharkhand (and Chatra district partially for fieldwork) |
| Application Mode | Email, Post, or Direct Submission |
| Official Website | forest.jharkhand.gov.in |
| Event | Date and Time |
| Last Date for Submission of Application | 20 October 2026 on or before 10:30 A.M. |
| Walk-in Interview Date and Time | 24 October 2026 at 11:00 A.M. |
A total of 3 vacancies are available for temporary engagement in the Research/Study Team for the preparation of the Working Plan of Hazaribagh West Forest Division.
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 1 |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 2 |
| Total | 3 |
Candidates must meet the specific educational qualifications prescribed for each post:
| Post Name | Essential Qualification | Desirable / Additional Qualification |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | Postgraduate degree in Forestry, Ecology, Statistics, Wildlife Biology or an allied discipline | Minimum of two years research experience OR a candidate pursuing Ph.D. in a relevant discipline |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Postgraduate degree in Forestry, Ecology, Botany, Environmental Science, Sociology, Statistics, Watershed Management, Economics or an allied discipline | Not specified in the notification |
Age limit details are not specified in the supplied notification.
The application fee details are not stated in the supplied notification.
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration as follows:
This remuneration is all-inclusive. No other allowances such as TA/DA, HRA, accommodation, food, or medical expenses are admissible, except for field travel specifically authorized in writing by the Divisional Forest Officer in accordance with applicable departmental norms.
Selection for both Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview. Candidates are required to appear in person on the scheduled date with all necessary documents.
Interested and eligible candidates should follow these steps to apply:
The application must be submitted on or before 20 October 2026, up to 10:30 A.M.
Candidates must bring the following documents to the Walk-in Interview:
Candidates should carefully read the official notification before applying. Ensure that all details in the application form are accurate and match the supporting documents. Incomplete applications or applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered. Double-check the email address for submission and the postal address if sending by post. For direct submission, ensure you reach the office before the stipulated time on the last date.
For detailed information and to download the application form, please refer to the official sources:
Q1: What is the last date to apply for the Hazaribagh Forest Division recruitment?
A1: The last date for submission of applications is 20 October 2026, by 10:30 A.M.
Q2: How many vacancies are available?
A2: There are a total of 3 vacancies: 1 Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and 2 Junior Research Fellow (JRF).
Q3: What is the selection process?
A3: The selection process is a Walk-in Interview.
Q4: What is the salary for SRF and JRF posts?
A4: The consolidated monthly remuneration is Rs. 35,000/- for SRF and Rs. 30,000/- for JRF.