Zoological Survey of India Recruitment 2026

Post Name

Total Vacancies

1

Minimum Salary

47000

Last Date

18 Nov 2026

Address

Zoological Survey of India, M Block, New Alipore, Kolkata-700053, West Bengal, India, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700053

Education Qualification

PhD in Zoology/ Life Sciences from a recognized University in India.

Pay Scale

Rs. 47,000/- + Admissible HRA (As per rules) per month

Age Limit

The upper age limit is 35 years on the date of interview, relaxable up to 5 years in the case of applicants belonging to scheduled Castes/Tribes, Upto 3 years in the case of OBC-Non Creamy Layer and Upto 10 years in the case of Physically Handicapped candidates as per Govt. of India rules.

Desirable Qualification

Research experience in (Supported by research publications) 1. Taxonomy of Diptera 2. Ecological modelling 3.DNA Barcoding 4.Mitogenomics

Experience

Research experience in (Supported by research publications) 1. Taxonomy of Diptera 2. Ecological modelling 3.DNA Barcoding 4.Mitogenomics

Eligibility Criteria

PhD in Zoology/ Life Sciences from a recognized University in India.

How to Apply

The application form can be downloaded from the Zoological Survey of India website https://zsi.gov.in/advertisement

Important Instructions

1. The above posts are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project i.e. March, 2027.. 2. Candidates appearing for the walk-in-interview are required to register from 10 AM-10:45 AM on the day of interview at Zoological Survey of India, M Block, New Alipore, Kolkata-700053. 3. Candidates should bring the duly filled-in application form with self-attested true copies of testimonials of qualifications, experience, date of birth etc. along with copies of mark sheets of all examinations. All original documents should be produced at the time of registration. 4. The offer of appointment to the candidates will be on purely contractual basis and it may be extended based on further project extension and satisfactory performance of the candidate. 5. The selected candidates need to join immediately or at a short notice. 6. No TA/DA will be provided to the candidates for appearing for the interview. 7. The application form can be downloaded from the Zoological Survey of India website https://zsi.gov.in/advertisement 8. Incomplete application forms/applications with misrepresented facts will not be considered 9. Any kind of paid or honorary, part-or-full-time employment or private practice even in honorary capacity is not permissible during the tenure of Associateship. 10. No Objection Certificate from present employer to be submitted during interview (if employed) 11. The Director, Zoological Survey of India reserves the right to selection or rejection of any candidature and cancellation of the walk-in-interview.

Employment Type

CONTRACT

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