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BSI Recruitment 2026 - 5 Field Assistant, Junior Project Fellow and RA Posts

Post Date Info Last Date
07-03-2026 5 Field Assistant, Junior Project Fellow and RA 25-03-2026

About this Job Notification

Posted on: 07-03-2026Ends On: 25-03-2026
Class: Research Jobs
Qualifications: Graduates (BSC), Post Graduates (M.Sc.), Post Graduates (Ph.D)
Experience Type: Fresher, Experience
Tenure Type: Contract Basis
States: Sikkim

5 Field Assistant, Junior Project Fellow and RA vacancies at Botanical Survey of India (BSI)

Applications will be accepted from eligible candidates for 5 posts of Field Assistant, Junior Project Fellow and RA on fixed-term basis under a research project at Botanical Survey of India (BSI). Last date to submit Applications is 25-03-2026.

Post NameField Assistant, Junior Project Fellow and RA
Project NameAssessment of Floristic Diversity in the Alpine High Altitude Wetland Complexes of Sikkim
Project DescriptionThis project focuses on assessing floristic diversity in the high-altitude wetlands of Sikkim over a three-year period. It aims to conduct plant taxonomy, ecological data collection, and herbarium preparation in the challenging terrain of the Sikkim Himalaya. This project is funded by the National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS), MoEF&CC.
Duration3 years (positions co-terminus with project)
Vacancies5
Qualification
  • Research Associate-III (Subject Expert): 01 Post – Ph.D in Plant Taxonomy with 5 years experience working with flora in Sikkim Alpine region (identification & documentation) evidenced by publications + at least 3 SCI publications
  • Junior Project Fellow (JPF): 02 Posts – M.Sc. Botany in Plant Taxonomy/Ecology
  • Field Assistant: 02 Posts – B.Sc. in Botany/Life Sciences. Desirable: Experience in field work in Sikkim Himalaya, knowledge of plant collection, herbarium preparation & data compilation.
Monthly Salary
  • Research Associate-III (Subject Expert): Rs. 67,000/- + 10% HRA per month
  • Junior Project Fellow (JPF): Rs. 24,000/- + 10% HRA per month
  • Field Assistant: Rs. 20,000/- + 10% HRA per month
Age Limit
  • Research Associate-III (Subject Expert): maximum 45 years
  • Junior Project Fellow (JPF):maximum 28 years
  • Field Assistant:maximum 50 years
Selection ProcessOn the basis of interviews to be conducted after initial shortlisting based on academic qualifications.
Application FeeNil (No fee is required to be paid)
How to ApplyCandidates must apply by sending detailed CV and relevant qualification certificates via email to gangtokbisshrc@gmail.com. All applicants should provide necessary testimonials accurately for valid candidacy. Application email must reach on or before 25-03-2026.
Last Date to Apply25-03-2026
ContactEmail: gangtokbisshrc@gmail.com
Job LocationGangtok, Sikkim

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