SACON Recruitment 2026 Notification: Apply Online for 36 Project Staff Posts

Last Updated: January 29, 2026 8:25 pm

SACON Recruitment 2026 is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking to build a career in wildlife conservation and research. The Sálim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History (SACON), under the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), has released an official advertisement inviting Indian Nationals to apply for 36 temporary positions. These roles include Project Scientists, Associates, Assistants, and administrative staff for the Centre of Excellence for Human-Wildlife Conflict Management. The application process is entirely online, and the last date to submit your details is 08 February 2026. Read on to find simple, detailed information about eligibility, salary, and how to apply.

SACON Recruitment 2026
Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	January 2026
Application Start Date	Active Now
Last Date For Registration	08 February 2026
Last Date For Fee Payment	08 February 2026
Interview Date	To be notified by email to shortlisted candidates

Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General Category	Rs. 500/-
SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwBD	Rs. 100/- (Processing Fee)
Payment Mode	Online (IMPS/NEFT/RTGS/UPI like Google Pay, PhonePe)

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Age Limit Details (As on 08-02-2026)

Post Name	Maximum Age Limit
Project Scientist II / Veterinarian	40 Years
Project Associate II / I	35 Years
Senior Project Manager	45 Years
Project Assistant / Admin Staff / MTS	50 Years
Age Relaxation	SC/ST: +5 Years OBC: +3 Years

SACON Recruitment 2026
Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Project Scientist II	05
Project Scientist II (Veterinarian)	01
Senior Project Manager	01
Project Associate II	05
Project Associate I	05
Project Assistant	14
Administrative Assistant	01
Finance Assistant	01
Computer Assistant	01
Office Assistant / MTS	01
Total	36

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SACON Recruitment 2026
Eligibility Details

Post Name	Essential Qualification
Project Scientist II	Doctoral Degree (PhD) in Natural Sciences/Wildlife/Zoology etc. + 3 Years Experience.
Project Scientist II (Vet)	Master’s in Veterinary Science + 3 Years Experience.
Senior Project Manager	PhD in Natural Sciences + 5 Years Experience.
Project Associate II	Master’s Degree + 2 Years Experience OR 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree + 2 Years Experience.
Project Associate I	Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences OR 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree.
Project Assistant	Bachelor’s Degree (3 Years) in Natural Sciences/Forestry/Agriculture.
Admin/Finance Assistant	Graduate Degree in relevant discipline (Arts/Commerce/Finance) + Experience.
Computer Assistant	B.E./B.Tech or Master’s in CS/IT/Applications + Experience.
Office Assistant / MTS	10th Pass + Valid Driving License (LMV).

State-Wise Vacancy Details

Location	Eligibility
Job Location	The HQ is in Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), but the project covers Human-Wildlife Conflict across India.
Who Can Apply?	All India Candidates. Any Indian National eligible for the post can apply. You do not need to be a resident of Tamil Nadu.

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Important Documents Required

Document Type	Details
Identity Proof	Aadhar Card / Voter ID / Driving License
Educational Certificates	Mark sheets and Degrees (10th, 12th, UG, PG, PhD)
Experience Proof	Experience certificates as required for the post
Photographs	Scanned Passport size photo
Signature	Scanned Signature
Category Certificate	Caste/EWS certificate (if seeking fee relaxation)
Fee Receipt	Transaction receipt of the payment made

SACON Recruitment 2026
Syllabus Overview

Subject	Topics
Syllabus	Not Applicable. There is no written exam mentioned in the notification. Selection is based purely on qualifications, experience, and an online interview.

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Exam Pattern

Type	Details
Mode of Selection	Online Interview Only.
Written Exam	No written exam.
Shortlisting	Candidates will be shortlisted based on their application details and invited for the online interview via email.

Selection Process

Stage	Description
1. Application Screening	Applications are reviewed for eligibility.
2. Shortlisting	Candidates are shortlisted based on qualifications and experience.
3. Online Interview	Shortlisted candidates attend a virtual interview.
4. Document Verification	Original documents are verified at the time of joining.

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SACON Recruitment 2026
Salary Details

Post Name	Monthly Emoluments (Approx)
Sr. Project Manager	Rs. 1,25,000 (Consolidated)
Project Scientist II	Rs. 92,000 + HRA
Project Associate II	Rs. 33,000 to Rs. 42,000 + HRA
Project Associate I	Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 37,000 + HRA
Project Assistant	Rs. 27,000 + HRA
Computer Assistant	Rs. 50,000 (Consolidated)
Admin / Finance Asst.	Rs. 44,000 (Consolidated)
Office Asst / MTS	Rs. 32,000 (Consolidated)

How to Apply

Step	Action
Step 1	Visit the official career page: `http://www.sacon.in/careers/`.
Step 2	Pay the application fee via Net Banking/UPI to the bank details given below. Account Name: WILDLIFE INSTITUTE OF INDIA Account No: 5915940382 IFSC: CBIN0282106
Step 3	Save the transaction receipt (screenshot/PDF).
Step 4	Fill out the Online Application Form on the website.
Step 5	Upload the transaction receipt and self-attested copies of certificates (PDF format).
Step 6	Submit the form before 08 February 2026.
Step 7	Do not send any hard copies by post.

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