The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) has released a notification for 4 posts under the Long Term Ecological Observatories (Arthropods) project. Advt. No. ZSI/LTEO/2026/01 was posted on 5 November 2026. The posts are temporary and co-terminus with the project; the initial appointment is for 1 year and can be re-extended on performance. Applications are by email only and the last date is 20 November 2026.
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| Post Name | Posts | Qualification / Stipend |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Junior Project Fellow (JPF) | 3 | M.Sc. in Zoology / Wildlife Biology / Biodiversity with at least 65% marks or CGPA 6.5/10; CSIR-NET / GATE required for JRF, not required for JPF; Rs. 37,000 (JRF) / Rs. 25,000 (JPF) per month + HRA |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) / Senior Project Fellow (SPF) | 1 | M.Sc. in Zoology / Wildlife Biology / Biodiversity with at least 65% marks or CGPA 6.5/10 + 2 years experience in data curation / analysis, GIS, remote sensing and species distribution modelling, with research publications; NET / GATE required for SRF, not required for SPF; Rs. 42,000 (SRF) / Rs. 28,000 (SPF) per month + HRA |
| Total | 4 | — |
These are not 4 separately named posts — there are 3 junior slots and 1 senior slot. The junior slot is filled as JRF (if NET / GATE-qualified) or JPF (if not); the senior slot is filled as SRF (if NET / GATE-qualified) or SPF (if not). Selection is by shortlisting on qualification and experience, followed by an interview before a committee; shortlisted candidates will be informed by email / speed post. The junior posts are at LTEO sites in the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, Central India, Gujarat, Western Himalaya, Eastern Himalaya and Andaman Islands; the senior post is at Chennai.
How to Apply:
- Open zsi.gov.in and read Advt. No. ZSI/LTEO/2026/01 carefully.
- Fill the application form and make a single PDF with the certificates.
- Send the PDF to lteozsi@gmail.com.
- Address the application to the Officer-in-Charge, ZSI Southern Regional Centre, #130 Santhome High Road, Chennai-600028.
- Send the email on or before 20 November 2026 and keep a copy safe.
| Apply by Email | lteozsi@gmail.com — Apply by Email |
| Official Website | zsi.gov.in — Zoological Survey of India |
A private information portal (not a government website) — check the official website for exact information.
How many posts are there in ZSI LTEO Arthropods Recruitment 2026?
4 posts in total — 3 junior slots and 1 senior slot. The junior slot is filled as JRF or JPF, and the senior slot as SRF or SPF, depending on NET / GATE qualification.
What is the stipend?
JRF Rs. 37,000, JPF Rs. 25,000, SRF Rs. 42,000 and SPF Rs. 28,000 per month, plus HRA as per Government rules.
What is the qualification?
M.Sc. in Zoology / Wildlife Biology / Biodiversity with at least 65% marks or CGPA 6.5/10; the senior post also needs 2 years of experience.
How do I apply?
By email only — send a single PDF (form + certificates) to lteozsi@gmail.com on or before 20 November 2026.
What is the application fee?
Check official notification — no fee was stated in the sources checked.
