- Walk-in interviews scheduled for October 28, 2026, at 10:30 AM for project-based research staff positions at the Centre of Excellence for Wildlife and Conservation Studies, Bhakta Kavi Narsinh Mehta University, Junagadh, Gujarat.
- Positions are temporary and purely project-based, with durations ranging from 6 to 12 months depending on the project.
- Venue: Office of the Chief Conservator of Forests, Marine National Park, Jamnagar, Gujarat (Van Sankul, Ganjiwada, Forest Colony Campus).
- Registration required 24 hours prior via the provided Google Form link. Candidates must bring their CV, application form, original documents, and photocopies.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview. Positions are contractual and co-terminous with project funding.
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🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Ph.D.
Project-Based Research Staff Vacancies at Centre of Excellence for Wildlife and Conservation Studies
Bhakta Kavi Narsinh Mehta University, Centre of Excellence for Wildlife and Conservation Studies
Total Vacancies
8
Job Location
Marine National Park, Jamnagar, Gujarat (Office of the Chief Conservator of Forests, Van Sankul, Ganjiwada, Forest Colony Campus, Jamnagar, Gujarat - 361005)
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Bhakta Kavi Narsinh Mehta University, Centre of Excellence for Wildlife and Conservation Studies (BKNMU-CEWCS) |
| Job Category | Other |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 8 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale |
- Senior Research Fellow: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed). - Junior Research Fellow - A9: Rs. 35,000/- (Fixed). - Field Assistant: Rs. 20,000/- (Fixed). - Junior Research Fellow - B12: Rs. 35,000/- (Fixed). - Project Assistant: Rs. 30,000/- (Fixed). |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - **Senior Research Fellow:** Minimum 2 years of research experience in relevant fields. - **Junior Research Fellow - A9:** Desirable knowledge of climate and weather monitoring (no explicit experience requirement stated). - **Field Assistant:** No explicit experience requirement stated. - **Junior Research Fellow - B12:** Desirable knowledge of marine biology (no explicit experience requirement stated). - **Project Assistant:** Desirable knowledge of avian biology (no explicit experience requirement stated). |
| Application Fee | No application fee mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Senior Research Fellow (01 post): M.Sc./Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Wildlife Science, Botany, Zoology, Forestry, Life Science, or allied subjects with minimum 2 years of research experience in relevant fields.
- Junior Research Fellow - A9 (02 posts): M.Sc. in Environmental Science, Wildlife Sciences, Geology, Botany, Zoology, Forestry, or Life Science. Desirable: Knowledge of climate and weather monitoring.
- Field Assistant (02 posts): B.Sc./M.Sc. in Environmental Science, Wildlife Sciences, Geology, Botany, Zoology, Forestry, or Life Science.
- Junior Research Fellow - B12 (02 posts): M.Sc. in Wildlife Sciences, Zoology, Marine Science, Environmental Science, or Life Science. Desirable: Knowledge of marine biology.
- Project Assistant (01 post): M.Sc. in Wildlife Sciences, Zoology, Environmental Science, or Life Science. Desirable: Knowledge of avian biology.
- Junior Research Fellow - A9 (02 posts): M.Sc. in Environmental Science, Wildlife Sciences, Geology, Botany, Zoology, Forestry, or Life Science. Desirable: Knowledge of climate and weather monitoring.
- Field Assistant (02 posts): B.Sc./M.Sc. in Environmental Science, Wildlife Sciences, Geology, Botany, Zoology, Forestry, or Life Science.
- Junior Research Fellow - B12 (02 posts): M.Sc. in Wildlife Sciences, Zoology, Marine Science, Environmental Science, or Life Science. Desirable: Knowledge of marine biology.
- Project Assistant (01 post): M.Sc. in Wildlife Sciences, Zoology, Environmental Science, or Life Science. Desirable: Knowledge of avian biology.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Walk-in interview on October 28, 2026, at 10:30 AM at the specified venue. Candidates must register 24 hours prior via the Google Form link.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (General, OBC, SC, ST)
📂 Required Documents
- Date of Birth proof (e.g., birth certificate, school certificate).
- Category certificate (if applicable: SC/ST/OBC/General).
- Educational qualification certificates (Graduation, Post-Graduation, NET/SLET if applicable).
- Experience certificate(s) with documentary proof.
- Research publications (if applicable, photocopies of papers/articles).
- Certificates for seminars/workshops/conferences/trainings attended.
- Other activities certificates (e.g., sports, cultural programs).
- Self-attested photocopies of all documents in the specified sequence.
- Category certificate (if applicable: SC/ST/OBC/General).
- Educational qualification certificates (Graduation, Post-Graduation, NET/SLET if applicable).
- Experience certificate(s) with documentary proof.
- Research publications (if applicable, photocopies of papers/articles).
- Certificates for seminars/workshops/conferences/trainings attended.
- Other activities certificates (e.g., sports, cultural programs).
- Self-attested photocopies of all documents in the specified sequence.
💳 Application Fee Details
No application fee mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the project-based research positions at Bhakta Kavi Narsinh Mehta University?
There are a total of 7 vacancies across 5 different project-based research positions as of advertisement CWCS/03/2026.
Q.
What is the reporting time and venue for the walk-in interview on October 28, 2026?
Candidates must report at 10:00 AM at the Office of the Chief Conservator of Forests, Marine National Park, Jamnagar, Gujarat (Van Sankul, Ganjiwada, Forest Colony Campus).
Q.
Is there an application fee for these project-based research positions?
No, the notification does not mention any application fee for these positions.
Q.
What is the duration of the project-based positions?
The duration varies: 9 months for most positions, 12 months for Junior Research Fellow - B12, and 6 months for Project Assistant.
Q.
How can I register for the walk-in interview?
You must complete the registration form via the Google Form link: [https://forms.gle/UAZxakECYye1hoAM7](https://forms.gle/UAZxakECYye1hoAM7) at least 24 hours before the interview.