G. B. Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment (NIHE), Gangtok, Uttarakhand, has invited applications for 3 posts in 2 roles under Advt No. NIHE/SRC-06/26-27. The posts include Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Technical Assistant. Applications are accepted online until 27 November 2026.
The posts are for Sikkim Regional Centre, Pangthang, Gangtok, Sikkim, Liable to be posted anywhere in India. Qualification required: JRF: First class Master/Post Graduate degree in the specified subjects with NET qualification. Technical Assistant: B.Sc. in Biological Science, Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Technology or related subject, or 3 years diploma in Engineering and Technology in related subjects. The pay is JRF: Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month; Technical Assistant: Rs. 20,000 + HRA per month. Selection is by shortlisting and interview/Test. Post-wise eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 27 November 2026
- Vacancies: 3, in 2 roles
- How to apply: Online
- Pay: JRF: Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month; Technical Assistant: Rs. 20,000 + HRA per month
- Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
- Age limit: Varies by post - see the table below
- Places: Sikkim Regional Centre, Pangthang, Gangtok, Sikkim, Liable to be posted anywhere in India
NIHE Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | G. B. Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment (NIHE), Gangtok, Uttarakhand |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Technical Assistant |
| No of Posts | 3 |
| Advt No | NIHE/SRC-06/26-27 |
| Job Type | Project-based, Temporary |
| Pay | JRF: Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month; Technical Assistant: Rs. 20,000 + HRA per month |
| Place of Posting | Sikkim Regional Centre, Pangthang, Gangtok, Sikkim, Liable to be posted anywhere in India |
| Qualification | JRF: First class Master/Post Graduate degree in the specified subjects with NET qualification. Technical Assistant: B.Sc. in Biological Science, Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Technology or related subject, or 3 years diploma in Engineering and Technology in related subjects. |
| Age Limit | Varies by post - see the table below |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 27 November 2026 |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
NIHE Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. NIHE/SRC-06/26-27 gives the full conditions for each post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Download NIHE notification PDF
Vacancy Details, Age Limit and Pay
| Post | Posts | Age Limit | Pay | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 2 | Maximum 28 years | @Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month with NET/GATE (as per norms) | Not specified |
| Technical Assistant | 1 | Maximum 40 years | @ Rs.20,000 + HRA per month | Desirable: working experience in the Himalayan Region, particularly in high altitude regions |
| Total | 3 |
Who Can Apply for NIHE Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | First class Master degree in Botany, Computer Science, Bioinformatics or related subjects from a recognized university with NET qualification | Not specified |
| Technical Assistant | B.Sc. in Biological Science, Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Technology or related subject/ 3 years diploma in Engineering and Technology in related subjects | Desirable: working experience in the Himalayan Region, particularly in high altitude regions |
Other conditions:
- Applications invited only from Indian citizens
- Technical Assistant desirable: proficiency in data entry and related management work
- Technical Assistant desirable: good knowledge of MS Office tools and working on computers
Desirable:
- JRF 0601: Work experience in plant taxonomy, medicinal and aromatic plants, forest surveys and conservation Biology
- JRF 0601: Experience and sound knowledge of field work in mountainous region and plant sample collection
- JRF 0602: Experience/training in watershed management, field investigation, hydrological modeling (HECRAS, SWAT), Remote sensing & GIS, water resource management
- JRF 0602: Exposure to Matlab, Python and R-Studio
- Technical Assistant: Working experience in the Himalayan Region, particularly in high altitude regions
Who Cannot Apply for NIHE Recruitment 2026
- Candidates who are not Indian citizens
Post-wise Details
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (2 posts)
Qualification required: First class Master degree in Botany, Computer Science, Bioinformatics or related subjects from a recognized university with NET qualification. Age limit: Maximum 28 years. Pay: @Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month with NET/GATE (as per norms).
Technical Assistant (1 post)
Qualification required: B.Sc. in Biological Science, Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Technology or related subject/ 3 years diploma in Engineering and Technology in related subjects. Experience required: Desirable: working experience in the Himalayan Region, particularly in high altitude regions. Age limit: Maximum 40 years. Pay: @ Rs.20,000 + HRA per month.
Pay and Terms of Engagement
- Purely project-based temporary position
- The engagement is purely temporary in nature
- Selected candidates are expected to join immediately
- Institute reserves the right to disengage the manpower at any time without assigning reasons
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 13 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application (11:59 PM) | 27 November 2026 |
How Will NIHE Select Candidates?
- Shortlisting
- Interview/Test
- Short-listed candidates will be informed separately about mode of interview, date and time
- Institute may raise the minimum eligibility level to restrict the number called for interview/test if applications are large
- Minimum qualification/experience can be relaxed for exceptionally outstanding candidates
Documents to Enclose
- Original documents of educational qualifications and experience at the interview
- One set of photocopies of these documents
- Experience certificate (experience not considered without it)
How to Apply for NIHE Recruitment 2026 Online
- Apply only through the online recruitment portal https://gbpihed.gov.in/vacancy.php.
- Submit the application on or before 11:59 PM on 27th November 2026.
- Mention in the application all qualifications and experience above the minimum, supported with documents.
Other Points to Note
- No TA/DA shall be paid for attending the Interview
- Canvassing in any form will be treated as disqualification
- Institute may increase or decrease the number of positions or not fill any post
- Decision of the Institute on eligibility, selection and interview is final
NIHE Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download NIHE notification PDF |
| Apply Online | Apply online for NIHE Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit NIHE official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of G. B. Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment, Advertisement No. NIHE/SRC-06/26-27, dated 13 November 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
