FRI Recruitment 2026: Forest Research Institute has released a notification for the posts of 91 Library Information Technical Assistant, Clerk, Forest Guard, Stenographer, MTS and others. Interested and eligible candidates can check Forest Research Institute Group C Recruitment 2026 vacancy, eligibility, selection process, application fee and other important details below.
FRI Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Library Technical Assistant, Clerk, Forest Guard, Stenographer, MTS |
| Total Posts | 91 Vacancy |
| Organization | Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education – ICFRE |
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Salary | Rs. 63,600/-Per Month |
| Application Date | 4th May – 3rd Jun 2026 |
FRI Recruitment Details
The FRI Dehradun Group C Apply Online 2026 process is now open for all eligible candidates. Aspirants can fill the application form and complete the registration process through the official FRI website fri.icfre.gov.in. Make sure to upload all necessary documents and pay the required fees to successfully submit your form. Candidates are advised to double-check all details before submission, as no changes may be allowed afterward. Below, we have provided the direct link to apply online.
Educational Qualifications: The minimum educational qualifications vary by post:
- Library Information Assistant: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, plus a Bachelor’s degree in Library Science from a recognized university.
- Technical Assistant (Field/Lab Research): Bachelor’s degree in Science from a recognized university, with at least one of these subjects — Botany, Zoology, Forestry, Environment, Ecology, Biotechnology, Genetics, Microbiology, Geology, or Biochemistry.
- Stenographer Grade II: 12th class certificate from a recognized board; shorthand speed of minimum 80 words per minute in English/Hindi; certificate course in Computer Applications with typing speed of 5 key depressions per word.
- Technician (Field/Lab Research): 10+2 in Science subjects with at least 60% marks in aggregate from a recognized board.
- Storekeeper: 12th pass from a recognized board.
- Technician (Maintenance): Matriculation (10th) pass from a recognized board, plus ITI certificate in the relevant trade or certificate course from a government-recognized institution.
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC): 12th class certificate from a recognized board; typing speed of 35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi on computer.
- Forest Guard: 12th pass in Science from a government-recognized board. Physical standards apply (see below).
- Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Mandatory — 10th class pass from a recognized board/school. Desirable — 3 or more years of experience in the relevant field.
Age Limit for FRI Group C Posts 2026
The upper age limit varies by post (18–27 years for most posts, 18–30 years for Technical Assistant, Technician, and Technician Maintenance). The crucial date for age calculation is the last date for online application submission, i.e., 03 June 2026.
Category-wise age relaxations are as follows:
- SC/ST: 5 years (for reserved posts only)
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years (for reserved posts only)
- PwBD (General/UR): 10 years (SC/ST: 15 years; OBC NCL: 13 years)
- Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 years; upper age limit 45 years for Group C posts (SC/ST: 50 years)
- Central Govt. Civilian Employees (with 3+ years regular continuous service): Up to 40 years of age
- Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC/ST): Up to 45 years of age
- Widows/Divorced Women (not remarried): Up to 35 years (SC/ST: 40 years)
FRI Recruitment Vacancy
A total of 91 posts are advertised under this recruitment (subject to change). The post-wise and category-wise vacancy breakdown is as follows:
- Library Information Assistant (Level-6): 02 posts (UR: 02)
- Technical Assistant — Field/Laboratory Research (Level-5): 04 posts (OBC-NCL: 01, EWS: 02, ST: 01)
- Stenographer Grade II (Level-4): 02 posts (UR: 02)
- Technician — Field/Laboratory Research (Level-3): 11 posts (OBC-NCL: 02, EWS: 08, ST: 01)
- Storekeeper (Level-3): 03 posts (SC: 02, OBC-NCL: 01)
- Technician (Maintenance) — Multiple trades (Level-2): 09 posts across Carpenter (02), Pump Operator-cum-Mechanic (02), Plumber (02), Electrician (02), IT (01)
- Lower Division Clerk / LDC (Level-2): 08 posts (including ESM-02) (EWS: 02, OBC-NCL: 03, SC: 03)
- Forest Guard (Level-2): 07 posts (including ESM-03) (SC: 04, ST: 01, OBC-NCL: 02)
- Multi-Tasking Staff / MTS (Level-1): 45 posts (including Sportsperson-01, PwBD-03, Ex-Servicemen-04) (SC: 03, ST: 08, OBC-NCL: 24, EWS: 10)
Total: 91 posts (tentative; may increase or decrease as per institutional requirements). If any post becomes zero, the application fee for that post will be refunded.
FRI Recruitment Selection Process
The selection process for FRI Group C Recruitment 2026 is conducted in three stages. Here is the detailed breakdown:
Stage-I: Computer Based Test (CBT)
The first and most important stage is a Computer Based Test (CBT), tentatively scheduled for June 2026 in Uttarakhand. The exam will be held in multiple shifts over several days as per the following tentative schedule:
- Day 1: Shift 1 — Library Information Assistant; Shift 2 — Storekeeper
- Day 2: Shift 1 — Technician (Field/Lab Research); Shift 2 — Technician (Maintenance)
- Day 3: Shift 1 — Forest Guard; Shift 2 — Technical Assistant (Field/Lab Research)
- Day 4: Shift 1 — Lower Division Clerk; Shift 2 — Stenographer Grade II
- Day 5: Shift 1 — Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
Candidates who apply for more than one post should note that if exam dates/times clash for two or more posts, FRI will not entertain any request for change of exam date, time, or centre. Candidates must decide themselves which exam they wish to appear for.
Stage-II: Descriptive Paper
Candidates shortlisted from Stage-I at a ratio of 5 times the number of advertised vacancies per category per post will be called for the Descriptive Paper. This is a pen-and-paper mode test conducted only in Dehradun and consists of:
- One short essay (approximately 300 words)
- One letter/application
One of the two must be written in Hindi and the other in English. The maximum marks are 50 (25+25), with a duration of 45 minutes. The minimum qualifying marks are 50% of maximum marks (i.e., 25 marks). The Descriptive Paper is qualifying in nature only — it does not count towards the final merit list but must be cleared to proceed to Stage-III.
Candidates must not write any personal information (name, roll number, mobile number, address, etc.) inside the answer booklet. Doing so will be treated as use of unfair means, resulting in zero marks and cancellation of candidature.
Stage-III: Skill / Trade Test
The Skill/Trade Test is applicable only to specific posts and is also qualifying in nature. It will be held for candidates who clear the Descriptive Paper and subsequently pass document verification. The post-wise nature of this test is:
- Technician (Maintenance): Skill/Trade Test
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC): Typing Test
- Forest Guard: Physical Endurance Test (25 km walk in 4 hours for male; 14 km walk in 4 hours for female) after physical standard verification
- Stenographer Grade II: Stenography/Shorthand Test
The final merit list will be prepared solely on the basis of marks obtained in the CBT (Stage-I), subject to the candidate clearing the Descriptive Paper and Skill/Trade Test (wherever applicable). Tie-breaking rules are also based on CBT scores.
FRI Recruitment Salary
The FRI Dehradun Group C Recruitment 2026 offers attractive salaries under the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) pay matrix.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Library Information Assistant | Level-6 | Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400 |
| Technical Assistant (Field/Lab Research) | Level-5 | Rs. 29,200 – 92,300 |
| Stenographer Grade II | Level-4 | Rs. 25,500 – 81,100 |
| Technician (Field/Lab Research) | Level-3 | Rs. 21,700 – 69,100 |
| Store Keeper | Level-3 | Rs. 21,700 – 69,100 |
| Technician (Maintenance) | Level-2 | Rs. 19,900 – 63,200 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Level-2 | Rs. 19,900 – 63,200 |
| Forest Guard | Level-2 | Rs. 19,900 – 63,200 |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | Level-1 | Rs. 18,000 – 56,900 |
FRI Recruitment Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the application fee to complete their online application process, the fee may vary according to the category of the candidates. The complete details regarding the fee are given below.
| Category | Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 1500/- |
| SC/ST | Rs. 700/- |
| Women/PwD | Rs. 700/- |
Payment Method: Candidates can pay their application fee through an online payment gateway. Candidates should have any one of the following options to make the online payment: debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
Important Dates of FRI Recruitment
Candidates planning to apply must keep the following dates in mind:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 4th May 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 4th May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 3rd June 2026 |
| Exam Date | Update Soon |
How To Apply For FRI Recruitment
The stages of the online application are given below, and candidates can follow these steps to complete the application process.
- Visit the official website of FRI – Forest Research Institute
- Click on the Advt. 1/FRI/GC/2026 FRI Recruitment 2026.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with accurate details.
- Upload necessary documents, including a passport-size photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
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