Zoological Survey of India, Kolkata Junior/Senior Research Fellowship 2020

Educational Qualifications for Junior Research Fellowship:

The candidate must  - 

• Not be more than 28 years as on the last date of application
• Hold a Master degree in Zoology/Life Sciences with Zoology as a major subject in undergraduate course from a recognised University with a minimum of 55% marks

Educational Qualifications for Senior Research Fellowship:

The candidate must  - 

• Hold a Master's degree in Zoology/Life Sciences with Zoology as a major subject in undergraduate course from a recognised University with a minimum of 55% marks.
• Have at least one publication in SCI Journal 
• Have completed at least two years of post-M.Sc. research experience
• The upper age limit is 32 years. The upper age limit is relaxed for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC-Non Creamy Layer(NCL)/Women/ Physically Challenged applicants as per Govt. of India rules

Desirable Qualifications for both JRF and SRF - Research experience in taxonomy, systematics, zoology or allied subject, field survey experience in wildlife, wildlife photography, knowledge of Computer and basic field data collection, scuba diving and snorkeling, mountaineering, etc.

The selected Junior Research Fellow will receive a remuneration of Rs. 12,000/- + Admissible HRA (As per rules)

The selected Senior Research Fellow will receive a remuneration of INR 14,000/-plus Admissible HRA (As per rules)

Number of Posts: 20

• Testimonials of educational qualifications 
• Research experience certificate
• Proof for date of birth
• Copies of mark sheets of all examinations
• ‘No Objection Certificate’ from present employer (if employed)

Eligible candidates can apply for the fellowship by following the steps mentioned below:

Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below and read all details.
Step 2: Download the application form. 
Step 3: Prepare the application along with all relevant documents. 
Step 4: Send the completed application via speed post/registered post to-

Ministry of Environment,
Forest and Climate Change
ZOOLOGICAL SURVEY OF INDIA -Block,
New Alipore, Kolkata – 70 053

Please Note:

• Superscribe "Application for the post of JRF/SRF" on top of the envelope
• Applications must be accompanied by a Fee in the form of an account Payee Bank Demand Draft (Rs.400/- for general candidates, Rs. 200/- for OBC candidates and Rs.100/- for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes/PH candidates) in favor of Pay and Accounts Officer(BSI/ZSI), 234/4, A.J.C. Bose Road, Nizam Palace Complex, Kolkata-20