Giridih West Forest Division, under Jharkhand's Department of Forest, Environment and Climate Change, is conducting a walk-in recruitment drive to fill 3 temporary positions for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Senior Research Fellow (SRF). The interview is scheduled for 21 November 2026. Interested and eligible candidates must report at the specified venue from 11:00 AM onwards on that date. No advance registration or online application is required; this is a direct walk-in process.
Overview
The Giridih West Forest Division is looking to recruit research professionals to work on forest assessment and biodiversity studies across its network of protected and reserved forests. These are temporary positions offering competitive monthly honorariums. Candidates with CSIR-UGC NET or GATE qualification and relevant postgraduate degrees in forestry-related disciplines are encouraged to participate. The selection will be conducted purely on the basis of the walk-in interview to be held on 21 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notice Signed | 6 November 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview (from 11:00 AM) | 21 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 2 | ₹30,000 |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 1 | ₹35,000 |
| Total | 3 | — |
Eligibility
For Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Candidates must have cleared the CSIR-UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) or GATE examination and possess a postgraduate degree in Forestry, Ecology, Botany, Environmental Science, Sociology, Statistics, Watershed Management, Economics, or allied disciplines.
For Senior Research Fellow (SRF): Applicants must be CSIR-UGC NET or GATE qualified with a postgraduate qualification and a minimum of 2 years of research experience in Forestry, Ecology, Statistics, Wildlife Biology, or allied disciplines. Alternatively, candidates who are currently pursuing a Ph.D. are also eligible to apply.
All selected candidates will be assigned to work on survey and assessment activities, biodiversity assessment, non-timber forest product evaluation (including medicinal and aromatic plants), forest carbon stock measurement and carbon sequestration studies, bamboo and rattan assessment, soil erosion vulnerability analysis, forest fire impact assessment, water resource management, and related fieldwork as per the National Working Plan Code (NWPC) 2023.
How to Apply
- No online application is required. Candidates must appear in person for the walk-in interview.
- Report on 21 November 2026 from 11:00 AM onwards at the Office of the Divisional Forest Officer, Giridih West Forest Division, Giridih, Jharkhand.
- Bring original and photocopied documents proving your educational qualifications, CSIR-UGC NET/GATE score, research experience (if applicable), and any other relevant certifications.
- The selection will be decided during the walk-in interview itself based on your qualifications, experience, and performance.
Salary and Benefits
Selected JRF candidates will receive ₹30,000 per month as honorarium. SRF candidates will receive ₹35,000 per month. These are temporary positions without statutory benefits unless specified in the official notification. Candidates should download the official notification PDF for complete details regarding job tenure, other benefits, and terms of engagement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the walk-in interview date and time?
A: The walk-in interview is scheduled for 21 November 2026 from 11:00 AM onwards at the Office of the Divisional Forest Officer, Giridih West Forest Division, Giridih.
Q: Do I need to apply online?
A: No. This is a walk-in recruitment. Eligible candidates must report directly at the venue on the specified date with all required documents.
Q: What pay will I receive as JRF or SRF?
A: JRF candidates will receive ₹30,000 per month, while SRF candidates will get ₹35,000 per month.
Q: What qualifications are mandatory?
A: CSIR-UGC NET or GATE qualification is mandatory for both posts. Additionally, a relevant postgraduate degree is required. SRF applicants must have 2+ years of research experience or be pursuing a Ph.D.
Q: What will be the job location?
A: Selected candidates will be posted in protected and reserved forests across various ranges of Giridih West Forest Division.
Q: How many positions are available?
A: A total of 3 positions are open: 2 JRF and 1 SRF.
Candidates must verify all details on the official website or in the official notification before attending the walk-in interview.