WII Recruitment 2026: 2 Great Indian Bustard Project Consultant Posts, Salary up to ₹70,000

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Updated: 10 November 2026

The Wildlife Institute of India (WII), an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, has invited online applications for two temporary project positions under its Great Indian Bustard conservation project. The openings are for a Scientific Consultant (Young Professional) and a Non-Scientific Consultant (Research Associate).

The positions are based on Veterinary Science qualifications and relevant research or scientific experience. The consolidated monthly remuneration is ₹70,000 for the Scientific Consultant and ₹40,000 for the Research Associate. The online application window closes on 18 November 2026.

WII Great Indian Bustard Recruitment 2026: Overview

Vacancy and Salary Details

Educational Qualification and Experience

1. Scientific Consultant (Young Professional) – 1 Post

Applicants must meet either of the following qualification and experience combinations:

• Master’s degree in Veterinary Science, including the four-year Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Sciences, and more than three years of experience in research and development in industry, Science and Technology institutions, or scientific activities and services; or
• Four-year Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Sciences and more than five years of experience in research and development in industry, Science and Technology institutions, or scientific activities and services.

Desirable experience includes bird husbandry, avian surgery, dog sterilisation and wildlife handling. The notification states that a one-year internship-period certificate for BVSc / MVSc may be counted as one year of working experience.

2. Non-Scientific Consultant (Research Associate) – 1 Post

• Four-year Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Sciences from a recognised institute / university.
• More than one year of experience in research and development in industry, Science and Technology institutions, or scientific activities and services.
• Experience in bird husbandry, avian surgery, dog sterilisation and wildlife handling is desirable.

The notification also states that a one-year BVSc / MVSc internship-period certificate may be considered as one year of working experience.

Nature of Work

Both positions support the Great Indian Bustard conservation project. The advertised work includes:

• Bustard husbandry and management.
• Fieldwork, including trapping of birds and animals.
• Clinical case treatment at conservation breeding centres in Rajasthan.
• Support to wildlife handling and veterinary care activities related to the project.

Candidates should be comfortable with field-based work and animal-care responsibilities in a conservation breeding environment.

Project Duration and Age

• Maximum age for both positions: 35 years.
• Project duration: Up to 31 March 2029.
• Engagement is renewable annually, based on performance review.

The positions are temporary and project-specific. The notification states that they will cease when the project is completed; they do not create a right to permanent employment with WII.

Application Fee

• General category: ₹500 application fee.
• SC / ST / OBC / EWS (Non-General category) and Persons with Disabilities: Exempt from the ₹500 application fee, but required to pay a ₹100 application-processing fee.

The fee is non-refundable. Candidates must upload the payment receipt with the online application. Follow the payment instructions displayed in the official advertisement and application portal, and verify the beneficiary details before making payment.

Selection Process

WII will shortlist applications for online interviews based on essential qualifications, age, academic marks, relevance of specialisation, research experience and publications.

The screening criteria allocate a total of 50 marks:

The relevance component may be supported by internship, research or work experience, journal publications, conference presentations, books or book chapters. The top ten shortlisted candidates for each position will be called for online interview, subject to the Institute’s screening and selection rules.

Meeting the minimum qualification and experience requirements does not automatically guarantee an interview. WII’s decision on eligibility, shortlisting and selection is final.

How to Apply Online

1. Open the WII Recruitment and Placement Cell portal.
2. Select Advertisement No. WII/ADVT. 2/RP–CELL/ July, 2026 for the Great Indian Bustard project.
3. Choose the relevant position and read its essential and desirable qualifications carefully.
4. Complete the online application form with details matching your educational certificates and experience records.
5. Upload scanned copies of degrees, marksheets, experience certificates, category documents, NET / research credentials and publications, where applicable.
6. Upload a recent passport-size photograph and digital signature.
7. Pay the applicable application / processing fee and upload the receipt.
8. Review the form and submit it before 18 November 2026.

A candidate may apply for a maximum of two advertised positions, if academically eligible. Separate online forms and supporting documents are required for each position. Candidates already working on a WII project or pursuing a PhD at WII must attach a recent No Objection Certificate as specified in the advertisement.

Important Dates

Official Notification and Apply Online

• Download WII Advertisement No. WII/ADVT. 2/RP–CELL/ July, 2026 (PDF)
• Apply Online – WII Recruitment and Placement Cell
• Wildlife Institute of India Official Recruitment Page

Important: These are specialist Veterinary Science project roles, not general graduate vacancies. Check the required degree, experience and project responsibilities before applying. The online application portal closes on 18 November 2026.

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