KFRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Walkin
The walk-in interview for one Project Associate post at the KSCSTE-Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI) is on 16 November 2026, from 10:00 AM onward, at KSCSTE-Kerala Forest Research Institute, Peechi. The post is on a time-bound research programme on Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia Roxb.). The pay is Rs.30,000/- + HRA, and candidates with an MSc in Biotechnology/Botany (60% marks) or its equivalent grade, aged up to 50 years, are invited.
KFRI Project Associate Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | KSCSTE-Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI) |
| Advertisement No. | KSCSTE- KFRI/ Admn- HRC/GOI RP 892/2024 |
| Walk-in Date | 16 November 2026 (16/11/2026) |
| Reporting or Registration Time | 10:00 AM onward |
| Venue | KSCSTE-Kerala Forest Research Institute, Peechi |
| Posts | Project Associate-I |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay | Rs.30,000/- + HRA |
| Who Can Attend | Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria in the notice, aged up to 50 years |
The official notification does not specify the application fee or the last date, as the post is filled through a walk-in interview.
About KFRI
The notice is issued by the Registrar of the KSCSTE-Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI), Peechi. The post is to join a time-bound research programme titled "Development of scientific capability for combating illegal trade and sustainable management of Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia Roxb.)", Project No. KFRI-GOI RP 892/2024. The notice was published on 4 November 2026.
Posts and Eligibility
One post of Project Associate-I is open under Project No. KFRI-GOI RP 892/2024. The conditions printed in the notice are below.
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | 1 | MSc Biotechnology/Botany (60% marks) or its equivalent grade | Rs.30,000/- + HRA |
- Age: up to 50 years. The notice does not print a date for counting age or any age relaxation.
- Desirable qualification: experience in PCR and genome-wide SSR/SNP marker techniques.
- Duration: up to 19-10-2027.
- Pay: Rs.30,000/- + HRA. The notice does not print the HRA amount.
Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility of the post.
What to Bring
- All original documents showing qualifications (equivalencies, if any), for verification at the time of the interview.
- All original documents showing experience, for verification at the time of the interview.
Important Instructions
- Candidates who satisfy the eligibility criteria in the notice are invited to attend the interview.
- The appointment is on a time-bound project, with duration up to 19-10-2027.
- Reporting is from 10:00 AM onward on 16 November 2026. The notice does not describe any registration or test before the interview.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| KFRI Project Associate Official Notification PDF | Walk-in notice, Advt. No. KSCSTE- KFRI/ Admn- HRC/GOI RP 892/2024 |
| KFRI Official Website | Noticeboard – Opportunities |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the KFRI Project Associate walk-in interview?
The walk-in interview is on 16 November 2026 (16/11/2026), from 10:00 AM onward.
Where is the KFRI walk-in interview held?
It is held at KSCSTE-Kerala Forest Research Institute, Peechi.
How many Project Associate posts are vacant at KFRI?
One post of Project Associate-I is vacant, under Project No. KFRI-GOI RP 892/2024.
What is the qualification for KFRI Project Associate?
The essential qualification is MSc Biotechnology/Botany (60% marks) or its equivalent grade. Experience in PCR and genome-wide SSR/SNP marker techniques is desirable.
What is the age limit for KFRI Project Associate?
The age limit is up to 50 years.
What is the salary of KFRI Project Associate?
The salary is Rs.30,000/- + HRA.
Is HRA paid on top of the Rs.30,000 pay?
Yes, the notice prints the salary as Rs.30,000/- + HRA, so HRA is shown in addition to the Rs.30,000. The HRA amount is not printed.
Which documents should I bring to the KFRI interview?
Bring all original documents showing qualifications (equivalencies, if any) and experience. They are verified at the time of the interview.
How long is the KFRI Project Associate engagement?
The duration is up to 19-10-2027, for a time-bound research programme on Indian Rosewood.