The Wildlife Institute of India (WII), a premier organization dedicated to wildlife conservation, education, research, and advisory services, invites applications from eligible Indian citizens for four Scientist-C positions on a Direct Recruitment (D.R.) basis.
Position Overview
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Posts |
No. of Vacancies |
Educational Qualifications and Requirements |
Pay Scale |
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Scientist-C
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04 |
Essential Qualification: Option A: Master’s degree in Biological, Environmental, Earth-atmospheric, Mathematical, Computational and Information, or Agricultural Sciences from a recognized university/institute. Ph.D. awarded in Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Wildlife Sciences, or Forestry. Option B: Master’s Degree in Veterinary Sciences (M.V.Sc.) from a recognized university/institute. |
Level 11 (₹67,700 - ₹2,08,700) |
Age Limitation and Other Information
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Minimum Age: 21 years.
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Maximum Age: 35 years as of January 6, 2025.
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Relaxation: As per Government of India norms for SC/ST/OBC-NCL and other eligible categories.
Selection Process
Written Test (70 marks):
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Two essays (20 marks).
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Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs): 80 questions with 50 marks.
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20 MCQs on Research Methodology and Quantitative Methods.
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60 MCQs distributed across Wildlife Ecology, Human Dimensions, and Veterinary Science & Wildlife Health (only 30 to be attempted).
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Negative marking: 1/4th deduction for incorrect answers.
Merit List: Based on written test performance (minimum 50% marks required).
Interview (30 marks):
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Includes a seminar presentation and evaluation of publications.
Application Procedure
Format: Submit applications in the prescribed format
Submission: Send via Registered/Speed Post to:
The Registrar, Wildlife Institute of India, Chandrabani, Dehradun - 248001, Uttarakhand.
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Superscribe the envelope with “Application for the post of Scientist-C.”
Application Fee: Rs 1,000/- (non-refundable) via Demand Draft in favor of The Director, Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun.
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Fee Exemption: SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates.
Deadline:
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For general candidates: January 6, 2025, by 1700 hrs.
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For applicants residing abroad or in remote areas: January 13, 2025, by 1700 hrs.
Important Dates
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Written Test: February 16, 2025 (0900 hrs to 1400 hrs).
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Interview Dates: To be announced on WII’s website after shortlisting.
Candidates are encouraged to read official notification before apply. For more details and additional information visit the official notice or the website.