Uttarakhand Forest Department Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2 Computer Operator, Senior Research Fellow and More Posts

Uttarakhand Forest Department has announced vacancies for Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Junior Project Fellow (JPF), and Computer Operator posts on a contract basis. The engagement is purely contractual for an initial tenure of 11 months. Qualifications vary by post, and the monthly pay is Rs. 42,000 + HRA for Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Rs. 37,000 + HRA for Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Rs. 24,000 + HRA for Junior Project Fellow (JPF), and Rs. 18,000 for Computer Operator. Candidates can apply by email, with the completed application and required documents to be submitted on or before 1 November 2026.

Uttarakhand Forest Department Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

Vacancy Details

The notification invites applications for a total of 2 vacancies on a purely contractual basis. The number of vacancies for each position may vary as per the department's requirements.

Who Can Apply

Candidates must ensure they meet the essential and desirable educational qualifications, computer proficiency, experience, and age criteria before submitting their application.

Age Limit

The maximum age on the advertisement publication date is 35 year for all positions. The upper age limit is calculated based on the date of notification of the advertisement (the application form format notes 31/07/2024).

Nationality

Candidates must be of Indian nationality.

Pay and Tenure

The engagement is purely temporary and contractual. The initial tenure will be for 11 months from the date of joining, which can be extended or renewed depending on candidate performance and approval as per rules. The engagement carries no claim on permanency or regular employment under the Government of Uttarakhand.

• Senior Research Fellow (SRF): Rs. 42,000 per month + HRA
• Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA
• Junior Project Fellow (JPF): Rs. 24,000 per month + HRA
• Computer Operator: Rs. 18,000 per month (consolidated)

House Rent Allowance (HRA) will be applicable to Pay Matrix-1 as per the HRA rules of the State Government. Only Casual Leave will be applicable as per State Government rules. Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) will be deducted as per prevailing Income Tax rules.

Uttarakhand Forest Department Recruitment 2026 Job Description

Senior Research Fellow (SRF) / Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Junior Project Fellow (JPF)

Personnel may be deputed to various forest divisions of Bhagirathi Circle (Narendra Nagar Forest Division, Tehri Forest Division, Uttarkashi Forest Division, Tehri Dam-I Forest Division, Tehri Dam-II Forest Division, and Soil Conservation Forest Division) to provide technical assistance to respective DFOs, SDOs, and field staff. Key duties include:

• Field visits of proposed ANR, CAT Plans, Eco Restoration Works, and GIM Research Work plots from time to time.
• Preparation of site-specific plans for all sites as prescribed in the annual plan for the next Silvicultural year.
• Preparation of maps and other required data for site-specific plans.
• Conducting surveys such as Rapid Mapping Exercise, rootstock calculation, and carbon stock calculation for prescribed plots.
• Providing technical and scientific assistance in tree marking according to working plan rules and guidelines.
• Establishing sample plots, demarcating boundaries, and recording baseline data on soil, species diversity, regeneration status, and environmental factors.
• Identifying and marking seed bearer trees with paint.
• Identifying and demarcating photo and video points for long-term monitoring.
• Maintaining research journals with survey and monitoring data, budgetary provisions, works, and photographs.
• Monitoring ongoing intervention works and submitting reports to the Conservator of Forests (CF), Bhagirathi Circle.
• Identifying plots suitable for monitoring by time-lapse cameras for phenological studies.
• Sampling and assessing natural regeneration in old plots using secondary data.
• Conducting training and workshops for frontline staff to upgrade technical skills.
• Performing critical analyses of intervention plots vis-à-vis field results and suggesting gap-filling measures.
• Identifying long-term monitoring indicators and preparing annual monitoring reports.
• Any other forestry or wildlife activities assigned by higher officials.

Computer Operator

• Data Entry & Processing: Enter, digitize, and update official records, beneficiary lists, and government files into state databases and portals.
• Office Applications & Documentation: Draft letters, official memos, tables, and reports using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic database software.
• G2C (Government-to-Citizen) Assistance: Help citizens and visitors register for online government schemes, complete digital applications, and process utility/administrative requests.
• System & Equipment Maintenance: Operate and maintain office computers, printers, scanners, and peripherals; troubleshoot minor software or hardware glitches and coordinate with IT support for major issues.
• Record Keeping & Filing: Maintain physical and digital logbooks of daily data entry work, correspondence, and system downtime.

How to Apply for Uttarakhand Forest Department Recruitment 2026

1. Download and print the official application form format given in Annexure-II of the notification.
2. Fill in the required personal, contact, educational qualification, and experience details in block letters.
3. Paste a recent passport-size photograph on the form and sign across it where indicated.
4. Attach self-attested copies of certificates from matriculation onwards, mark sheets, degree/diploma certificates, experience certificates, and Aadhaar card. Candidates should ensure the application includes details of referees as required in the screening criteria.
5. If applying for more than one position, submit a separate application form for each post.
6. Send the completed application form along with all enclosures via email in PDF format to [email protected] on or before 1 November 2026.
7. Alternatively, submit the application by hand or via registered post/speed post/courier on or before 1 November 2026 to: Office of DFO Narendra Nagar, Van Parisar, Near GMVN Rest House, Muni Ki reti, Rishikesh, Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand – 249137.

For any correspondence, candidates can contact via phone at +91-8630904729 or email at [email protected].

Selection and Interview

The selection process consists of document scrutiny followed by a personal interview:

• Screening: Applications will be scrutinized by a Screening Committee based on essential qualifications, age, completeness of documents, relevant field experience, and academic record. Candidates with more relevant experience and expertise will receive priority. The candidate's experience certificates should clearly specify whether they possess the experience, knowledge, skills, technology, or software platform requested in the essential or desirable experience requirements.
• Shortlisting: If a large number of applications are received, candidates will be shortlisted to a reasonable limit based on academic performance, qualifications, and experience benchmarks.
• Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted individually via their registered email ID and mobile number to appear for the personal interview conducted by the Selection Committee. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Candidates must bring original documents of essential and desirable qualifications, 4 copies of recent passport-size photographs, Aadhaar card, and original experience certificates at the time of the interview.
• Candidates already employed in any Government organization must bring a "No Objection Certificate" (NOC) from their employer.
• Selected candidates must submit a medical certificate of fitness from a Competent Medical Officer at the time of joining.
• Candidates will not be allowed to accept or hold any other assignment during the period of engagement with the forest department.
• While leaving the job, appointees must hand over charge and obtain an NOC from the competent authority. Claims must be settled within three months of leaving the assignment; no claim will be entertained after three months.
• Candidates will be required to submit an undertaking stating that they will not approach a Court of Law in case services are terminated and will not claim regularization or service benefits in the Uttarakhand Forest Department.
• The engagement may be terminated with one month's notice by the competent authority C.F. Bhagirathi Circle in case of negligence, unbecoming conduct, non-availability of funds, or unforeseen circumstances. The Conservator of Forests, Bhagirathi Circle also reserves the right to cancel the entire process of engagement at any time without assigning any reason.
• Selected candidates wanting to leave the assignment must provide one month's prior notice; leaving without permission leads to non-payment of dues for that month.
• Headquarters is Muni Ki Reti, Tehri Garhwal, but candidates may be deputed to work in any division under Bhagirathi Circle.

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