WII Scientific Consultant Grade I Recruitment 2026
Wildlife Institute of India — Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Executive Summary & Key Facts
The Wildlife Institute of India has issued an official recruitment notification for Scientific Consultant Grade I, announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 20 May 2026 and closes on 03 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Master's Degree in Natural Sciences or BE/B.Tech with 5-10 years experience and be within the prescribed age limit of Max 40 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 90,000/- per month. The selection procedure comprises Online interview and Document Verification. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
📅 Scientific Consultant Grade I - Important Dates & Schedule
| Application Start | 20 May 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
03 Jun 2026
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| Fee Payment Deadline | 03 Jun 2026 |
📋 Scientific Consultant Grade I - Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy Overview
| Post Name | Scientific Consultant Grade I |
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| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | Master's Degree in Natural Sciences or BE/B.Tech with 5-10 years experience |
| Age Limit | Max 40 years |
| Salary | Rs. 90,000/- per month |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500 (General), Rs. 100 (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PC) |
| Selection Process | Online interview and Document Verification |
Age Eligibility & DOB Range for Scientific Consultant Grade I
Cut-off Date: 03 Jun 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 40 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | — | 04 Jun 1986 to 03 Jun 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | — | 04 Jun 1986 to 03 Jun 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 43 yrs | +3 yrs | 04 Jun 1983 to 03 Jun 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +5 yrs | 04 Jun 1981 to 03 Jun 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +5 yrs | 04 Jun 1981 to 03 Jun 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 50 yrs | +10 yrs | 04 Jun 1976 to 03 Jun 2008 |
Check Your Age Eligibility — Interactive Calculator
Prescribed Age: 18–40 Years (As on 03 Jun 2026)
📝 Scientific Consultant Grade I - Detailed Notification Guide
WII Scientific Consultant Grade I Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Wildlife Institute of India (WII) has officially released the recruitment notification for the position of Scientific Consultant Grade I. This is a prime opportunity for experienced professionals in the field of natural sciences and engineering to contribute to wildlife research and conservation.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in Natural Sciences (Wildlife Science, Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Geoinformatics, Life Sciences) or equivalent, OR a BE/B.Tech degree in an equivalent subject. A minimum of 5 to 10 years of relevant professional experience is mandatory for this role.
Salary and Age Limit
Selected candidates will be offered a consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 90,000. The maximum age limit for applicants is 40 years, with age relaxation applicable as per government norms (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years).
Selection Process
The selection process for the Scientific Consultant Grade I position will involve an online interview and a thorough verification of original educational and experience documents.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should submit their applications online through the official WII portal before the deadline of 03-06-2026. Ensure all documents and certificates are uploaded in the required format to avoid disqualification.