The Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) – Tropical Forest Research Institute (TFRI), Jabalpur, a premier organization under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, has released an official notification inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens. This recruitment drive is for filling up various Group ‘C’ posts on a direct recruitment basis, including Technical Assistant, Forest Guard, and Driver positions.
The vacancies are open for individuals with qualifications ranging from 10th pass to graduate-level science degrees, depending on the post. Candidates selected through this recruitment process will be appointed at TFRI Jabalpur or its allied centres and will be offered salary as per the 7th Pay Commission, along with applicable allowances. Interested applicants must apply only through the online mode via the MPOnline portal. The selection will include a Computer-Based Test followed by a Skill/Trade Test (for applicable posts). This is an excellent opportunity to work in a government research institute involved in forestry, environment, and biodiversity research.
📅 Forest Research Institute Jabalpur Recruitment
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Application Start Date: 14 July 2025 (from 12:00 AM)
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Last Date to Apply Online: 10 August 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
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Tentative Date of Computer-Based Test (CBT – Stage I): First week of September 2025
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Date of Skill/Trade Test (Stage II): To be announced later
📝 Vacancies Available:
| Post Name | Total Posts | Education Qualification |
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| Technical Assistant (Field/Lab) Level-5 | 10 | Bachelor’s Degree in Science with any of these subjects: Botany, Zoology, Agriculture, Forestry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or Statistics |
| Forest Guard (Level-2) | 03 | 12th Pass (Science). Must complete forestry training during probation. Physical and medical standards will apply. |
| Driver (Ordinary Grade) Level-2 | 01 | 10th Pass. Must have a valid driving license and 3+ years of driving experience. Desirable: Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance. |
🎯 Age Limits (as of 1 July 2025):
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
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| Technical Assistant | 21 | 30 |
| Forest Guard | 18 | 27 |
| Driver | 18 | 27 |
Age relaxation is available for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD/Ex-servicemen as per Govt. rules. No age relaxation for reserved candidates applying in unreserved posts.
💵 Application & Exam Fees:
| Post Name | Exam Fee | Processing Fee | Total Fee (plus GST) |
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| Technical Assistant | ₹350 | ₹700 | ₹1050 + GST |
| Forest Guard | ₹150 | ₹700 | ₹850 + GST |
| Driver | ₹150 | ₹700 | ₹850 + GST |
Note:
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Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen are exempted from exam fee (but must pay processing fee).
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Candidates applying for multiple posts must pay the fees separately for each.
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All fees are non-refundable.
🧾 How to Apply:
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Applications must be submitted online only through the MPOnline portal:
🔗 https://www.mponline.gov.in or https://iforms.mponline.gov.in -
The online application form will be available from 14 July 2025.
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No other mode of application is allowed.
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