BSI Recruitment 2025: The Botanical Survey of India (BSI), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has released an official notification for the BSI Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate, Field Assistant, Garden Assistant cum Multitask Assistant, and Data Entry Operator cum Accountant Recruitment 2025. The recruitment is for temporary positions on a contractual basis for a special project in the Great Nicobar Island.
BSI Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Details
Here’s the vacancy details table for the BSI Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate, Field Assistant, Garden Assistant cum Multitask Assistant, and Data Entry Operator cum Accountant Recruitment 2025:
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 05 |
| Research Associate | 01 |
| Field Assistant | 05 |
| Garden Assistant cum Multitask Assistant | 02 |
| Data Entry Operator cum Accountant | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Botany or Natural Science with at least 55% marks.
- Desirable: Field experience, taxonomy, computer, and GIS knowledge.
- Age Limit: Max 28 years (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PH/Women).
- Salary: ₹31,000 + HRA (for NET/GATE) or ₹25,000 + HRA (Non-NET).
- Work: Plant surveys, data analysis, conservation tasks.
- Research Associate
- Qualification: Ph.D. in Botany/Natural Science with relevant specialization.
- Desirable: Knowledge of Andaman flora, research experience, GIS, and technical writing.
- Age Limit: Max 40 years.
- Salary: ₹47,000 + HRA.
- Work: Leading field research, documentation, and reporting.
- Field Assistant
- Qualification: 12th pass or B.Sc. in Botany.
- Desirable: Field sample collection experience, computer skills.
- Age Limit: Max 30 years.
- Salary: ₹18,000 (consolidated).
- Work: Assist in fieldwork and plant conservation.
- Garden Assistant cum Multitask Assistant
- Qualification: 10th pass.
- Desirable: 3 years’ garden maintenance experience.
- Age Limit: Max 35 years.
- Salary: ₹18,000 (consolidated).
- Work: Plant collection, nursery, and conservatory work.
- Data Entry Operator cum Accountant
- Qualification: Graduate in Commerce or Diploma in Computer/Accounting.
- Desirable: 3 years’ relevant experience, computer skills.
- Age Limit: Max 35 years.
- Salary: ₹30,000 (consolidated).
- Work: Maintain accounts, project data, and assist the team.
Official Notification Link
Official Website Link
Work Location for BSI Recruitment 2025
All posts are based in Great Nicobar Island, and some positions may also require work at Dhanikhari Botanical Garden and the BSI Andaman & Nicobar Regional Centre.
BSI Recruitment 2025 – How to Apply
Interested candidates must send their application form with all documents by 30th April 2025.
- By Speed Post:
Officer-in-Charge,
Botanical Survey of India,
Andaman & Nicobar Regional Centre,
Haddo, Port Blair – 744102 - By Email: Send scanned application and documents to jjayanthi@bsi.gov.in
Attach self-attested copies of mark sheets, certificates, ID proof, recent photo, and experience documents.
Deadline to Apply: 30th April 2025
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FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for BSI Recruitment 2025?
The last date to apply is 30th April 2025.
Q2. Are these jobs permanent?
No, all the posts under the BSI Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate, Field Assistant, Garden Assistant cum Multitask Assistant, and Data Entry Operator cum Accountant Recruitment 2025 are temporary and project-based.
Q3. What is the work location for these posts?
All selected candidates will work mainly in Great Nicobar Island, and some may also work in Port Blair or at Dhanikhari Botanical Garden.
