Forest Research Institute (FRI) has published the Group C Notification 2026 on 04 May 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 91 Group-C positions including Library Information Assistant, Technical Assistant, Stenographer Grade II, Technician, LDC, Forest Guard, and MTS posts. Candidates within the age range as per post-wise eligibility criteria and holding qualifications such as 10th Pass, 12th Pass, ITI, Graduation, or Bachelor’s Degree are eligible to apply online at fri.icfre.gov.in. The application process will be active from 04 May 2026 to 03 June 2026, and candidates can easily access the notification PDF and apply link below.
Forest Research Institute Group C Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun, an autonomous council of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, has officially released Advertisement No. 1/FRI/GC/2026 dated 04.05.2026 for direct recruitment to various Group-C posts. FRI is a premier institution dedicated to forestry research and education. The posts are to be filled on a regular basis. Candidates are strongly advised to download and read the full advertisement before applying online.
Forest Research Institute Group C Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Forest Research Institute (FRI), Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE), P.O. New Forest, Dehradun - 248006 (Uttarakhand) |
| Advertisement No. | 1/FRI/GC/2026 dated 04/05/2026 |
| Post Names | Library Information Assistant, Technical Assistant (Field/Lab Research), Stenographer Grade II, Technician (Field/Lab Research), Store Keeper, Technician (Maintenance), Lower Division Clerk, Forest Guard, Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) |
| Post Group | Group-C |
| Total Vacancies | 91* (*subject to change) |
| Pay Scale | 7th CPC Pay Level-1 to Level-6 (as per post) |
| Application Mode | Online only (via official FRI website) |
| Selection Mode | Stage-I: Computer Based Test (CBT) + Stage-II: Descriptive Test + Stage-III: Skill/Trade Test (for specific posts) |
| Official Website | https://fri.icfre.gov.in |
FRI Group C Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Start Date for Online Applications | 04 May 2026 (12:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Online Applications | 03 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Tentative Date of CBT (Stage-I) | June 2026 |
| Date of Descriptive Paper (Stage-II) | To be notified later |
| Date of Skill/Trade Test (Stage-III) | To be notified later |
FRI Group C Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
A total of 91 vacancies have been announced across 9 Group-C posts at Forest Research Institute, Dehradun. The vacancies are distributed across UR, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories. The vacancies of PH/Ex-Serviceman/Sports Persons will be filled up first and adjusted against respective categories. The number of vacancies is subject to change or become zero; in the event of a post becoming zero, the application fee will be refunded.
| Sl. No. | Name of Post | 7th CPC Pay Level | Total Posts* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Library Information Assistant | Level-6 | 02* |
| 2 | Technical Assistant (Field/Lab Research) | Level-5 | 04* |
| 3 | Stenographer Grade II | Level-4 | 02* |
| 4 | Technician (Field/Lab Research) | Level-3 | 11* |
| 5 | Store Keeper | Level-3 | 03* |
| 6 | Technician (Maintenance) - Information Technology / Carpenter / Pump Operator-Cum-Mechanic / Plumber / Electrician | Level-2 | 09* |
| 7 | Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Level-2 | 08* (Incl. ESM-02) |
| 8 | Forest Guard | Level-2 | 07* (Incl. ESM-03) |
| 9 | Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | Level-1 | 45* (Incl. SportsPerson-01, PH-03, ESM-04) |
| Total | 91* | ||
FRI Group C Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of online application (03-06-2026). The qualification prescribed should have been obtained from Govt. recognized Universities/Boards/Institutions. Essential qualification is mandatory for all posts. Candidates should fully satisfy themselves before applying that they possess the minimum qualification and experience as laid down in the advertisement.
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Essential Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Library Information Assistant | Graduate from a recognized University with Bachelor's degree in Library Science from a recognized University. |
| Technical Assistant (Field/Lab Research) | Bachelor's degree in Science from a recognized University with Botany/Zoology/Forestry/Environment/Ecology/Bio-Technology/Genetics/Micro-Biology/Geology/Bio-Chemistry as one of the subjects. |
| Stenographer Grade II | (i) 12th Class certificate from a recognized Board; (ii) Minimum speed of 80 words per minute in Stenography in English/Hindi; (iii) Certificate Course in computer applications - typing speed of 5 key depression for each word. |
| Technician (Field/Lab Research) | 10+2 in Science with 60% marks in aggregate or equivalent from a recognized Board. |
| Store Keeper | 12th pass from a recognized Board. |
| Technician (Maintenance) - IT / Carpenter / Pump Operator-Cum-Mechanic / Plumber / Electrician | Matriculation from a recognized Board with ITI certificate in relevant trade; or Certificate course from a Govt. recognized Institute. |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | (i) 12th class certificate from a recognized Board; (ii) Typing speed of 35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi on Computer. |
| Forest Guard | 12th Pass with Science from a Government recognized Board. Physical Standards - Men: (i) Walk: 25 Kms. in 4 hours; (ii) Height: Minimum 165 cms; (iii) Chest: 79 cm without expansion and 84 cm with expansion. Women: (i) Walk: 14 Kms. in 4 hours; (ii) Height: Minimum 150 cms; (iii) Chest: 74 cm without expansion and 79 cm with expansion. Note: Appointees will be required to successfully complete Forestry training course from a recognized Forest Guard training institution during the probation period. |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | Essential: 10th standard pass from recognized Board/recognized school. Desirable: 3 years or more experience in relevant field. |
FRI Group C Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
The crucial date for age calculation will be the last date of submission of online application form i.e. 03-06-2026. Age relaxation is admissible to SC/ST, OBC, PwD, Ex-Serviceman, Central Govt. Civilian Employees, Widows/Divorced Women, and ICFRE Permanent Employees as per Government of India norms. Once a candidate has chosen a reserved category, no request shall be entertained for change to other reserved categories.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years against reserved posts only |
| OBC | 3 years against reserved posts only |
| PwD with minimum 40% disability | 10 years (15 years for SC/ST and 13 years for OBC) for the relevant category of disability |
| Ex-Servicemen / Disabled Defence Service Personnel | Period of Service in Army/Navy/Air Force plus 3 years (8 years for disabled defence service personnel belonging to SC/ST) for Group C & erstwhile D posts; Upper age limit up to 45 years (50 years for SC/ST) |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (minimum 3 years regular & continuous service) | Up to 40 years of age |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees SC/ST (minimum 3 years regular & continuous service) | Up to 45 years of age |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Women judicially separated and not remarried (General) | Up to 35 years of age |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Women judicially separated and not remarried (SC/ST) | Up to 40 years of age |
| ICFRE Permanent Employee | No age limit for Technician (Field/Lab Research), Technician (Maintenance), Technical Assistant (Field/Lab Research); relaxation up to 5 years for all other posts |
FRI Group C Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
The examination fee per post is Rs. 1500/- (Rs. 800 Application Fee + Rs. 700 Processing Fee) for General/OBC/EWS applicants. Female, SC, ST, and PwD applicants are required to pay only Rs. 700/- as processing fee - they are exempted from payment of the application fee. The examination fee and processing fee once paid will not be refunded or re-adjusted under any circumstances.
| Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | Rs. 1500/- (Rs. 800 Application Fee + Rs. 700 Processing Fee) |
| Female / SC / ST / PwD Candidates | Rs. 700/- (Processing Fee only - Application Fee exempted) |
FRI Group C Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
The selection process for FRI Group C Recruitment 2026 consists of 3 successive stages - Stage-I: Computer Based Test (CBT), Stage-II: Descriptive Test, and Stage-III: Skill/Trade Test (for specific posts only). Final merit list will be prepared based on marks secured in the CBT for candidates who qualify both the Descriptive Test and Skill/Trade Test (wherever applicable). No interview will be conducted. Shortlisted candidates (05 times the number of vacancies for each advertised category of post) will be called for the Descriptive Test based on their CBT scores.
Stage-I: Computer Based Test (CBT)
| Sl. No. | Name of Post | Subjects | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Technician (Field/Lab Research) | (i) Basic Science - 20; (ii) Arithmetic - 20; (iii) Mental Ability & Reasoning - 20; (iv) General Awareness - 20; (v) General English - 20 | 100 | 100 |
| 2 | Technician (Maintenance) | (i) Relevant Field - 20; (ii) Arithmetic - 20; (iii) Mental Ability & Reasoning - 20; (iv) General Awareness - 20; (v) General English - 20 | 100 | 100 |
| 3 | Technical Assistant (Field/Lab Research) | (i) Relevant Subject - 40; (ii) Arithmetic - 20; (iii) General Awareness & Reasoning - 20; (iv) English & General Science - 20 | 100 | 100 |
| 4 | Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | (i) Quantitative Aptitude - 25; (ii) English Language - 25; (iii) General Awareness - 25; (iv) General Intelligence - 25 | 100 | 100 |
| 5 | Forest Guard | (i) Basic Science related to Forestry - 40; (ii) Arithmetic & Reasoning - 25; (iii) General Awareness - 25; (iv) English - 10 | 100 | 100 |
| 6 | Steno Grade-II | (i) English Language - 50; (ii) Comprehension - 25; (iii) General Intelligence & Reasoning - 25; (iv) General Awareness - 25 | 100 | 100 |
| 7 | Store Keeper | (i) Quantitative Aptitude - 25; (ii) General Awareness - 25; (iii) General Intelligence - 25; (iv) English Language - 25 | 100 | 100 |
| 8 | Library Information Assistant | (i) Relevant Field - 40; (ii) General Awareness & Intelligence - 20; (iii) Basic Arithmetic Skill - 20; (iv) English Language - 20 | 100 | 100 |
| 9 | Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | (i) Numerical Aptitude - 25; (ii) General Awareness - 25; (iii) General Intelligence & Reasoning - 25; (iv) General English - 25 | 100 | 100 |
Stage-II: Descriptive Test (Qualifying Nature Only)
| Subject | Maximum Marks | Time Duration | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short Essay (about 300 words) and a Letter/Application - Any one must be in Hindi and the other in English | 50 (25+25) | 45 minutes | 50% of Maximum Marks |
Descriptive Test will be of qualifying nature only and is intended to test elementary language skills required for Group-C posts. It will be held for all posts in Dehradun only in Pen and Paper Mode. In case of failure to attain minimum qualifying marks (50% of maximum marks), the candidature will not be considered for final selection/merit. Candidates must not write any personal identity (name, roll number, mobile number, address etc.) inside the Answer Book - failure will be treated as Unfair Means (UFM) and will result in zero marks and rejection of candidature.
Stage-III: Skill/Trade Test (Qualifying Nature Only - For Specific Posts)
| Post Name | Type of Test |
|---|---|
| Technician (Maintenance) | Skill/Trade Test |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Typing Test |
| Forest Guard | Physical standards verification followed by 25 km walk for Men and 14 km walk for Women in 04 hours |
| Stenographer Grade II | Stenography Test |
Skill/Trade Test will be of qualifying nature only and will be held for candidates who successfully pass the Descriptive Test. Final merit list will be prepared based on marks secured in CBT (with tie-breaking rules as applicable) for the candidates who qualify in the Descriptive and Skill/Trade Test (wherever applicable).
Tie-Breaking Rules for CBT
| 1st Tie-Break | Ranking in various sub-sections of CBT in progressive order (sub-section (i) has higher priority than sub-section (ii) and so on) |
| 2nd Tie-Break | Older candidates shall be placed at higher merit as per their Date of Birth |
CBT Tentative Schedule
| Day | Shift | Post |
|---|---|---|
| Day-1 | Shift-1 | Library Information Assistant |
| Shift-2 | Store Keeper | |
| Day-2 | Shift-1 | Technician (Field/Lab Research) |
| Shift-2 | Technician (Maintenance) | |
| Day-3 | Shift-1 | Forest Guard |
| Shift-2 | Technical Assistant (Field/Lab Research) | |
| Day-4 | Shift-1 | Lower Division Clerk (LDC) |
| Shift-2 | Steno Grade-II | |
| Day-5 | Shift-1 | Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) |
Note: FRI will not entertain any request for change in test date/time/Centre in case of any clash in the test date/time for any two or more posts. Candidates need to decide the test they would like to take.
How to Apply for Forest Research Institute Group C Recruitment 2026
Online submission of application can only be made from the link provided on the official FRI website at https://fri.icfre.gov.in. Candidates should read the instructions carefully before filling up the online application form. No other mode of application will be accepted. Candidates who desire to apply for more than one post should apply online separately for each post. However, FRI will not be responsible if candidates get the exam centre at long distances or on the same date/time.
Candidates are advised to submit online applications well before the closing date to avoid the possibility of disconnection/inability or failure to login to the FRI website due to heavy load during the closing date. After final submission, no request with respect to change in any data submitted in the online application form will be entertained. In case of any corrigendum/addendum pertaining to this advertisement, the same shall be published on the Institute's website only.
Documents / Upload Requirements:
- Recent passport size colour photograph (taken against a light-coloured, preferably white, background; face clearly visible)
- Signature (signed on white paper with Black/Blue ink pen - must be of applicant only)
- Left hand thumb impression (scanned digital image)
- All relevant certificates (educational qualification, age proof, category certificate, etc.) as per instructions given during filling the online application form
Documents to be Produced at the Time of Document Verification (Originals + Copies):
- Educational qualification certificates and marksheets (from 10th onwards as applicable)
- Age proof certificate
- SC/ST Certificate in the prescribed format (as applicable for appointment to posts under Govt. of India)
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Certificate in prescribed format valid for FY 2025-26 (issued before last date of application submission)
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate in prescribed format from a Competent Authority
- PwD Certificate in the prescribed format (as applicable for appointment to posts under Govt. of India)
- Ex-Serviceman discharge/service certificate and undertaking (in prescribed format)
- NOC from employer (for candidates working in Government Departments, Public Sector Undertakings and Government Funded Research Agencies) - uploaded at the time of form filling
- All documents uploaded during online application must be produced at the time of document verification
Apply Online at: https://fri.icfre.gov.in
Important Instructions for FRI Group C Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Online applications only - no other mode of application will be accepted; applications incomplete in any respect will be summarily rejected.
- Candidates must fully satisfy themselves about their eligibility before applying - if ineligibility is detected at any stage before or after appointment, candidature/appointment shall be cancelled/terminated immediately.
- Examination fee once paid will not be refunded or re-adjusted under any circumstances - application fee will be refunded only in the event of a post becoming zero.
- All posts are temporary in nature but likely to continue further; candidates will be confirmed after successfully completing probationary period as per rules.
- Candidates who desire to apply for more than one post must apply online separately for each post.
- FRI will not entertain any request for change in test date/time/Centre in case of any clash - candidates need to decide the test they would like to take.
- Candidates working in Government Departments, PSUs, and Government Funded Research Agencies must send application through proper channel and submit NOC at the time of document verification.
- For OBC-NCL candidates, the certificate must be valid for FY 2025-26 and issued before the last date of submission of application.
- Candidates must not write personal identity (name, roll number, mobile number, address etc.) inside the Answer Book during Descriptive Test - failure will be treated as Unfair Means (UFM).
- Photograph must be a recent passport size colour photograph taken against a light-coloured preferably white background; if photograph and signature are not clearly visible, candidature will be liable to be rejected.
- Canvassing in any form and/or bringing any influence, political or otherwise, will definitely be treated as a disqualification for the post applied for.
- All future correspondences regarding the selection process, shortlisting of candidates and important dates shall be uploaded on the Institute's website https://fri.icfre.gov.in - candidates are responsible to check the FRI website regularly.
- Appointment is subject to candidates being found medically fit as per the requirements of the Institute.
- Legal disputes, if any, shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent court in the state of Uttarakhand.
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