TN Forest Department Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline

Tamil Nadu Forest Department has invited applications for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post on contractual basis in Hassanur Division. Applicants need a Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 55% marks in Wildlife Science, Wildlife Biology, Forestry, Ecology, Environmental Science, Zoology, Life Sciences, or Allied Disciplines, and a minimum of 1 year of experience in ArcGIS Software or related GIS applications. The filled application form must reach the Office of the Deputy Director, Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve, Hassanur Division, Hassanur – 638 401, by 1 December 2026, up to 5.45 PM.

About Tamil Nadu Forest Department, Hassanur Division

The recruitment is for the Hassanur Division of the Tamil Nadu Forest Department. Applications go to the Office of the Deputy Director, Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve, Hassanur Division, Hassanur – 638 401.

Who Can Apply

The notice also requires a minimum of 1 year of experience in ArcGIS Software or related GIS applications.

The notice states these preferences:

• Candidates with knowledge of the local language, topography of the area and local cultural background and professional experience will be preferred.
• Weightage shall be given to those who have exposure in Forest Department activities commensurate with their qualification, professional experience, and overall capability in the relevant field.

How to Apply for Tamil Nadu Forest Department Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

1. Use the model application form printed in the notice, titled "Application form for the Post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) on contractual basis in Hassanur Forest Division of Tamil Nadu Forest Department".
2. Fill in the applicant name, address and mobile number, e-mail, age, gender and educational qualification, as the form asks.
3. Affix the photo in the space provided and sign the form as applicant.
4. Send the duly filled application to: Office of the Deputy Director, Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve, Hassanur Division, Hassanur – 638 401.
5. Make sure the application is received by 5.45 PM on 1 December 2026.

The notice does not name a mode of dispatch for applications.

Selection and Interview

The received applications will be scrutinized and finalized, and selected applicants will be called for interview before final selection. The candidates to be engaged shall be selected on the basis of merit. The notice does not give an interview date or venue.

Offer letters will be sent to the selected candidates by Registered post, Speed Post or Courier.

Important Instructions

• The post is on contractual basis.
• Selected candidates shall produce a physical fitness certificate from an Authorized Medical Attendant not below the rank of Civil Assistant Surgeon.
• Applications received after 5.45 PM on 1 December 2026 are outside the last date printed in the notice.

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