ZSI Research Associate Recruitment 2026

ZSI Research Associate Recruitment 2026 — 1 post

The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change, has invited applications for one Research Associate (RA) in the Diptera Section at its headquarters in Kolkata. The post is for the ANRF-funded project "Hematophagous biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands with an emphasis on their ecological, molecular aspects and association with human and livestock". The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project, that is, up to March 2027, extendable if the project is extended and performance is satisfactory.

Who can apply

A PhD in Zoology or Life Sciences from a recognised university in India. Desirable: research experience supported by publications in the taxonomy of Diptera, ecological modelling, DNA barcoding and mitogenomics.

Pay and age

The pay is Rs. 47,000 per month plus admissible HRA as per rules. The upper age limit is 35 years on the date of interview, relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC-Non Creamy Layer candidates and 10 years for Physically Handicapped candidates, as per Government of India rules. No minimum age is stated in the advertisement. No application fee is stated in the advertisement, so no fee card is shown.

Walk-in interview

The walk-in interview is on 18 November 2026 at 11:00 AM, before the selection committee at the Zoological Survey of India, 'M' Block, New Alipore, Kolkata-700053. Registration is from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM the same day. Candidates should bring the duly filled application form (Annexure I, downloadable from the ZSI advertisement page) with self-attested true copies of testimonials and mark sheets, all originals at registration, and a no-objection certificate from the present employer if employed. No TA/DA will be paid. Selected candidates will be asked to join immediately or at short notice. For queries, contact Dr. Atanu Naskar, Officer-in-Charge, Diptera Section, at diptera.zsi@gmail.com.

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