- Kalahandi North Forest Division is recruiting for 1 vacancy of GIS Specialist-cum-Drone Operator on a contract basis for a period of 5 months, subject to satisfactory performance.
- The role involves GIS software operations, drone handling, camera trap management, and image processing with a focus on wildlife monitoring and forestry applications.
- Candidates must have hands-on experience with GIS software, programming languages, and drone operations to be considered for this specialized position.
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🎓 Master's Degree
GIS Specialist-cum-Drone Operator Recruitment
Kalahandi North Forest Division
Total Vacancies
17
Job Location
Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi, Odisha - 766001 (Office chamber of the DFO Kalahandi North, near Old Govt. Bus Stand)
Apply Deadline
23 Oct 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Kalahandi North Forest Division (KNDFD) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 17 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Consolidated emoluments of Rs. 40,000 per month |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Minimum 3 years of work experience in GIS, drone operations, or related fields |
| Application Fee | • Note: No application fee explicitly mentioned in the provided job notification text. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Master’s degree in Remote Sensing & GIS (or equivalent).
- Experience Requirement: Minimum of 3 years of work experience in GIS, drone operations, or related fields.
- Preferred Skills: Prior experience in wildlife monitoring, Bio Statistics, or image processing will be given preference.
- Age Limit: No age bar for this position.
- Experience Requirement: Minimum of 3 years of work experience in GIS, drone operations, or related fields.
- Preferred Skills: Prior experience in wildlife monitoring, Bio Statistics, or image processing will be given preference.
- Age Limit: No age bar for this position.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on a walk-in interview conducted on 23 October 2026 at 11:00 AM.
- Candidates will be shortlisted based on educational qualifications, experience, and technical proficiency during the interview.
- Candidates stationed outside Odisha may opt for a video conference interview on the same date by indicating their preference in the email application.
- Candidates will be shortlisted based on educational qualifications, experience, and technical proficiency during the interview.
- Candidates stationed outside Odisha may opt for a video conference interview on the same date by indicating their preference in the email application.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- Duly filled-in application form (if applicable).
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates (Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees).
- Letter of experience detailing work history in GIS/drone operations.
- Proof of date of birth (e.g., birth certificate, mark sheets).
- Category certificate (if applicable).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer (if employed).
- Mark sheets of all examinations passed.
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates (Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees).
- Letter of experience detailing work history in GIS/drone operations.
- Proof of date of birth (e.g., birth certificate, mark sheets).
- Category certificate (if applicable).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer (if employed).
- Mark sheets of all examinations passed.
💳 Application Fee Details
• Note: No application fee explicitly mentioned in the provided job notification text.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
Is the GIS Specialist-cum-Drone Operator position permanent or temporary?
The engagement is temporary and on contract for 5 months, subject to satisfactory performance.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the GIS Specialist-cum-Drone Operator post?
The last date to submit the email application and attend the walk-in interview is 23 October 2026.
Q.
Can candidates from outside Odisha attend the interview online?
Yes, candidates stationed outside Odisha may opt for a video conference interview on the same date by indicating their choice in the email application.
Q.
What is the reporting time for the walk-in interview?
Candidates must report at 11:00 AM sharp on 23 October 2026 at the office chamber of the DFO Kalahandi North.
Q.
What documents must be attached to the email application?
The email application must include a CV, letter of experience, and copies of Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in a single PDF file named as firstname_lastname_kldn.