Jharkhand Forest Department – Various Positions – Walk in Interview – 21-11-2026 – 6 posts

Job Details

Number of Vacancies6
Last Date21-11-2026
Advertisement NumberR-1/2026-27
Pay ScaleRs. 20,000/- to Rs. 58,000/- + 18% HRA P/M
SalaryRs. 20,000/- to Rs. 58,000/- + 18% HRA per month depending on the post
Important Links
Maximum Age35
Form TypeOffline
AgencyJharkhand Forest Department
Other Dates
  • Walk-in Date: 21-11-2026
  • Age Counted As On: 21-11-2026
NotificationView Notification
Age LimitMax 35
EducationBachelor of Science (B.Sc), Master of Science (M.Sc)
StateJharkhand
AgencyJharkhand, Office of the Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Ranchi, Research & Evaluation
DepartmentOther
Job TypeWalk in Interview
PositionLab Technician, Project Associate, Research Associate, Senior Project Associate
The Office of the Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, Jharkhand (Jharkhand Forest Department) will hold a walk-in interview on 21/11/2026 in Ranchi for 6 temporary project posts under Advt. No. R-1/2026-27. Vacancies include Research Associate, Senior Project Associate, Project Associate and Lab Technician with pay ranging from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 58,000 per month plus 18% HRA. Appointments are contractual and co-terminus with the four-year project. Candidates must enrol between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM on the interview day and bring original and attested certificates.

Vacancy Details

  • Research Associate: 1 vacancies
    Qualification: M.Sc. (see details in notification)
    • General: 1
  • Senior Project Associate: 2 vacancies
    Qualification: M.Sc. (see details in notification)
    • Seed Processing Unit: 1
    • Seed Testing Lab: 1
  • Project Associate: 2 vacancies
    Qualification: B.Sc in Agriculture OR B.Sc in Forestry OR B.Sc in Botany
    • Seed Processing Unit: 1
    • Seed Testing Lab: 1
  • Lab Technician: 1 vacancies
    Qualification: B.Sc in Agriculture OR B.Sc in Forestry OR B.Sc in Botany
    • General: 1

Qualification Requirements

Research Associate: M.Sc. in Agriculture (Seed Science & Technology/Plant Breeding) OR M.Sc. in Forestry OR M.Sc. in Botany with experience in Seed Science & Technology; first class or 60% overall. Candidates with 3-year bachelor + 2-year master must have UGC/CSIR/ICAR/ICFRE NET or Ph.D. Senior Project Associate: M.Sc. in the above disciplines with first class/60%. Project Associate and Lab Technician: B.Sc. in Agriculture OR B.Sc. in Forestry OR B.Sc. in Botany. Desirable: relevant experience in seed testing/processing, field data recording and computer (MS Office) skills, and laboratory experience for technician.

Age Limits

  • Maximum Age: 35 years

Selection Process

    step: 1

    detail: A qualifying written test may be conducted before the interview.

    step: 2

    detail: Candidates who qualify (if test is held) will appear before a selection committee for an interview.

How to Apply

  1. Attend the walk-in interview on 21/11/2026 at Palas Sabhagar, Office of Conservator of Forest, Plantation, Research & Evaluation, Block-B, Van Bhavan, Doranda, Ranchi-834002.
  2. Complete enrolment between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM; candidates arriving after this time may not ordinarily be entertained.
  3. Bring biodata, passport size photograph, original certificates and attested photocopies of all certificates, mark sheets, degree and testimonials.
  4. Sit the qualifying written test if it is conducted, and then attend the interview starting at 11:30 AM.
  5. Keep visiting the official website https://forest.jharkhand.gov.in/ for any changes or updates to the advertisement.

Important Dates

  • Walk-in Date:
  • Age Counted As On:

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the essential educational qualifications required?

Research Associate and Senior Project Associate require an M.Sc. (specified disciplines) with first class or 60% marks. Project Associate and Lab Technician require a B.Sc. in Agriculture, Forestry or Botany; additional experience is desirable.

How do I apply for these posts?

This recruitment is by walk-in interview. Candidates must attend the venue on 21/11/2026, complete enrolment between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM, bring required documents, sit the qualifying test if held, and attend the interview starting at 11:30 AM.

What is the last date to apply or attend the interview?

The walk-in interview (and the last date to attend/enrol) is on 21/11/2026; enrolment must be completed between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM on that date.

What is the selection process for these posts?

Candidates may have to sit a qualifying written test, which may be conducted before the interview. Final selection is through an interview before a selection committee.

What is the pay scale for the posts?

Pay ranges from Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 58,000/- per month depending on the post, with 18% HRA payable on top of the stated emoluments.

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