Short Info : ICFRE-Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun (Uttarakhand) has released a notification for Group C Various Posts Recruitment 2026 (91 Vacancies). Candidates can apply online from 04 May, 2026 to 03 June, 2026. Read the official notification for details regarding eligibility criteria, post information, selection process, age limit, salary, and other relevant information.

Important Dates
Application Start Date
04 May, 2026
Last Date For Applying Online
03 June, 2026
Last Date For Paying Exam Fees
03 June, 2026
Exam Date
Notified Soon
Admit card for exam
Available Soon
Eligibility Details
Minimum Age
18-21 Years (Post Wise) (As on 03 June, 2026)
Maximum Age
27-30 Years (Post Wise) (As on 03 June, 2026)
Age Relaxation
As Per Rules.
Application Fees Info
General / OBC / EWS Category Candidates
1500 Rs./-
SC / ST / Female / PWD Category Candidates
700 Rs./-
Payment Mode
Online Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.
Vacancy Info

ICFRE-Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun (Uttarakhand) Group C Various Posts Recruitment 2026 (91 Vacancies) - Post Wise Vacancies

Post NamePay LevelTotal PostsAge Limit
Library Information AssistantLevel-60218-27 Years
Technical Assistant (Field/ Lab Research)Level-50421-30 Years
Stenographer Grade IILevel-40218-27 Years
Technician (Field/ Lab Research)Level-31118-30 Years
Store KeeperLevel-30318-27 Years
Technician (Maintenance)Level-20918-30 Years
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)Level-20818-27 Years
Forest GuardLevel-20718-27 Years
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)Level-14518-27 Years

Qualification Details

  • Library Information Assistant : Bachelor’s degree in Library Science.
  • Technical Assistant (Field/ Lab Research) : Bachelor’s degree with Botany/ Zoology/ Forestry Environment Ecology /Bio Technology/ Genetics/ Micro Biology/ Geology/ Bio-Chemistry as one of Subject.
  • Stenographer Grade-II : 12th Class Passed, Stenography Speed (English / Hindi) : 80 wpm, Certificate Course in Computer Applications Typing Speed 05 Key Depression for Each Word. 
  • Technician (Field/ Lab Research) : 12th Pass in Science (60% Marks).
  • Store Keeper : 12th Class Passed.
  • Technician (Maintenance) : 10th Passed and ITI in the Related Trade.
  • Lower Division Clerk (LDC) : 12th Passed, Typing (English : 35 wpm / Hindi : 30 wpm).
  • Forest Guard : 12th Class Passed.
  • Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) : 10th Class Passed.

Stage-I : Computer Based Test (CBT)

  • Duration : 3 hours (for dyslexic candidates/PD with writing disability: 3 hours 60 minutes extra)
  • Negative Marking : 1/4 mark deducted for each wrong answer
  • Qualifying Marks : General/OBC/EWS – 40 marks; SC/ST/PwBD – 33 marks (varies by post)
Subject-wise distribution (varies by post)
PostSubjectsMarks per section
Library Information AssistantRelevant subject + General Awareness & Intelligence + Basic Arithmetic + English40+20+20+20
Technical AssistantRelevant subject + Arithmetic + General Awareness & Reasoning + English & General Science40+20+20+20
Junior ClerkNumerical Aptitude + English Language + General Awareness + General Intelligence25+25+25+25
Forest GuardBasic Forestry Science + Arithmetic & Reasoning + General Awareness + English40+25+25+10
Stenographer Grade-IIEnglish Language + General Intelligence & Reasoning + General Awareness50+25+25
Store KeeperNumerical Aptitude + General Awareness + General Intelligence + English Language25+25+25+25
MTSNumerical Aptitude + General Awareness + General Intelligence & Reasoning + General English25+25+25+25

Stage-II : Descriptive Test (Qualifying in Nature)

  • Maximum Marks : 50
  • Duration : 45 minutes
  • Qualifying Marks : 50% (25 marks)
  • Syllabus : One short essay (approx. 300 words) + one letter/application (one in Hindi, one in English)
  • Mode : Pen & Paper (only at Dehradun)

Stage-III : Skill / Trade Test

Post NameType of Test
Technician (Maintenance)Skill / Trade Test
Lower Division ClerkTyping Test
Forest GuardPhysical Standards Verification followed by 25 km walk for Men and 14 km for Women in 04 Hours.
Steno. Grade IIStenography Test

How to Apply

  • Visit the Official Website : Go to fri.icfre.gov.in and click on the recruitment link for “Group C Recruitment 2026”.
  • Register : Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
  • Fill Application Form : Complete the online form with personal, educational, and category details.
  • Upload Documents : Upload scanned copies of recent passport size colour photograph (light background, preferably white), signature (black ink), left thumb impression, and relevant certificates.
  • Pay Fee :Pay the examination fee online.
    • General / OBC / EWS : ₹1500 (₹800 Application fee + ₹700 Processing fee)
    • Women / SC / ST / PwBD : ₹700 (only Processing fee – Application fee exempted)
  • Submit & Print : Review all details, submit the form, and take a printout of the application form and payment receipt for future reference

Selection Process

  • Stage I : Computer Based Examination (June 2026) : A preliminary online exam to test general aptitude and subject knowledge.
  • Stage II : Descriptive Paper : A test intended for specific roles to gauge written capabilities, with dates notified later.
  • Stage III : Skill/Trade Test : Mandatory for technical and clerical posts (e.g., Stenographer, Technical Assistant) to assess practical skills.
  • Document Verification & Medical Exam : Final verification of eligibility documents and fitness for the post.
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