Assam State Biodiversity Board Recruitment 2026 – 7 Project Staff Vacancies, Salary ₹70,000, Apply Before 5 November
Assam State Biodiversity Board Recruitment 2026 – 7 Project Staff Vacancies, Salary ₹70,000, Apply Before 5 November
The Assam State Biodiversity Board (ASBB), Guwahati, has released an employment notification inviting applications from eligible candidates for the contractual engagement of 7 Project Staff. The recruitment is being conducted to support biodiversity assessment activities in selected wetlands of Assam under the Assam Sustainable Wetland and Integrated Fisheries Transformation (SWIFT) Project.
The available positions include Consultant – Biodiversity Expert, Project Associate (Wildlife), and Support Staff – Field Help. Candidates with the required educational qualifications and relevant work experience can submit their applications in the prescribed format through offline mode.
- Total Vacancies: 7 Posts
- Application Mode: Offline (Hard Copy Only)
- Monthly Salary: ₹20,000 – ₹70,000
- Job Duration: 3 Months
- Last Date: 5 November 2026
- Submission Deadline: 5:00 PM
Assam State Biodiversity Board Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Assam State Biodiversity Board (ASBB) |
| Advertisement No. | ABB/Consultancy/2026/722 |
| Recruitment Name | ASBB Project Staff Recruitment 2026 |
| Project | Assam Sustainable Wetland and Integrated Fisheries Transformation (SWIFT) |
| Post Names | Consultant – Biodiversity Expert, Project Associate (Wildlife), Support Staff – Field Help |
| Total Vacancies | 7 |
| Job Location | Guwahati, Assam (occasional travel within Assam) |
| Employment Type | Contractual |
| Engagement Duration | 3 Months |
| Application Mode | Offline – Hard Copy Only |
| Who Can Apply | Eligible residents of Assam |
| Monthly Remuneration | ₹20,000 to ₹70,000 |
| Notification Date | 29 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| Official Website | www.asbb.gov.in |
Important Dates – ASBB Recruitment 2026
| Notification Release Date | 29 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 29 October 2026 (notification date) |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 5 November 2026 |
| Last Submission Time | 5:00 PM |
| Personal Interview Date | Not mentioned in the official notification |
Candidates should ensure that their completed applications reach the Assam State Biodiversity Board office before the specified deadline. Late applications may not be considered.
Vacancy Details – ASBB Vacancy 2026
The Assam State Biodiversity Board has announced a total of seven contractual vacancies under three different positions.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Monthly Remuneration | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consultant – Biodiversity Expert | 3 | ₹70,000 | 3 Months |
| Project Associate (Wildlife) | 3 | ₹35,000 | 3 Months |
| Support Staff – Field Help | 1 | ₹20,000 | 3 Months |
| Total | 7 | — | — |
Category-wise vacancy distribution: Not mentioned in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria for ASBB Recruitment 2026
Applicants must fulfil the educational qualification, professional experience, age limit and other requirements prescribed for their respective positions.
1. Consultant – Biodiversity Expert
- Vacancies: 3
- Educational Qualification: M.Sc. in Zoology or Wildlife Sciences.
- Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience.
- Age Limit: 35 to 65 years.
- Age Relaxation: Up to 5 years for retired University Professors.
Desirable skills and experience:
- At least 10 years of experience in the biodiversity sector, supported by publications and relevant records.
- Knowledge of identifying flora and fauna.
- Experience in planning and conducting surveys and collecting data independently.
- Experience in conducting PRA meetings, training programmes and awareness activities.
- Experience in photo-video documentation and preparing reports, publications and training materials.
- Ability to travel across Assam for biodiversity data collection and work with local communities.
- Computer skills, including data entry, media outreach, MS Excel, MS Access and related applications.
- Proficiency in English, Hindi and Assamese (oral and written) is mandatory.
2. Project Associate (Wildlife)
- Vacancies: 3
- Educational Qualification: M.Sc. in Zoology, Wildlife Sciences or allied subjects.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience.
- Age Limit: 25 to 45 years.
Desirable skills and experience:
- At least 2 years of experience in the biodiversity sector.
- Knowledge of identifying flora and fauna.
- Experience in field surveys and data collection with little or no supervision.
- Experience in conducting PRA meetings, training and awareness programmes.
- Experience in photography, video documentation, report preparation and communication materials.
- Willingness to travel to different districts of Assam for biodiversity data collection.
- Experience working with local communities of Assam.
- Computer knowledge, including data entry, media outreach, MS Excel, MS Access and related software.
- Proficiency in English, Hindi and Assamese (oral and written) is mandatory.
3. Support Staff – Field Help
- Vacancies: 1
- Educational Qualification: Class XII Pass.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in externally aided projects.
- Age Limit: 35 to 45 years.
Desirable skills and experience:
- Experience in handling office work and Dak distribution.
- Willingness to travel to different districts of Assam to assist in biodiversity data collection.
- Ability to understand English, Hindi and Assamese.
Age Limit and Relaxation
| Position | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Consultant – Biodiversity Expert | 35 Years | 65 Years |
| Project Associate (Wildlife) | 25 Years | 45 Years |
| Support Staff – Field Help | 35 Years | 45 Years |
Age relaxation of up to 5 years is available for retired University Professors applying for the Consultant position. Other age relaxations are not mentioned in the official notification.
Age calculation date: The application format asks candidates to provide their age as on 01 October 2026.
Nationality and Domicile
Applicants must be residents of Assam. The notification does not separately specify a nationality requirement or the particular document to be submitted as domicile proof.
Salary – ASBB Recruitment 2026
Selected candidates will receive fixed monthly remuneration according to the position offered. The engagement period for all three positions is three months.
| Post Name | Fixed Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| Consultant – Biodiversity Expert | ₹70,000 |
| Project Associate (Wildlife) | ₹35,000 |
| Support Staff – Field Help | ₹20,000 |
These are fixed monthly remuneration amounts as stated in the advertisement. Separate grade pay, pay level or additional allowances are not mentioned in the official notification.
Application Fee
The Assam State Biodiversity Board recruitment advertisement does not mention any application fee for the advertised positions. Candidates should refer to the official notification for any subsequent updates.
Selection Process
The selection process for ASBB Project Staff Recruitment 2026 will be based on shortlisting followed by a personal interview.
- Shortlisting: Applications will be examined, and eligible candidates will be shortlisted.
- Personal Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview.
- Final Selection: Selection will be conducted by the Assam State Biodiversity Board as per its prescribed procedure.
How to Apply for ASBB Recruitment 2026?
Eligible and interested candidates must submit their applications using the prescribed application format attached to the official advertisement. The application process is completely offline.
- Visit the official website of the Assam State Biodiversity Board or download the official recruitment notification from the Important Links section below.
- Open the application format provided on the last page of the notification.
- Fill in the application form with the correct personal, educational and professional details.
- Clearly mention the name of the position for which you are applying.
- Attach a recent passport-size photograph in the designated space.
- Attach self-attested copies of your Aadhaar Card or PAN Card, educational qualification certificates and relevant experience certificates.
- Provide details of training programmes, publications and languages known, wherever applicable.
- Prepare the mandatory Statement of Suitability within 500 words explaining how your qualifications and experience match the advertised position.
- Sign the declaration and complete the application with the date and place.
- Submit the completed application along with all supporting documents to the Assam State Biodiversity Board office before 5:00 PM on 5 November 2026.
The Member Secretary
Assam State Biodiversity Board
Aranya Bhawan, 2nd Floor
Panjabari, Guwahati – 781037, Assam
Last Date: 5 November 2026
Deadline: 5:00 PM
Required Documents
According to the prescribed application format and notification, candidates should prepare the following documents and information:
- Completed application form in the prescribed format.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Self-attested Aadhaar Card or PAN Card copy.
- Attested copies of educational qualification certificates.
- Attested copies of relevant work experience certificates.
- Details of courses and training programmes attended, if any.
- Details of publications, if any.
- Details of languages known.
- Mandatory Statement of Suitability (within 500 words).
- Signed declaration in the application form.
Note: The notification does not provide a separate document checklist beyond the application format and its instructions. Candidates should carefully read the prescribed form before submission.
About the Assam State Biodiversity Board
The Assam State Biodiversity Board (ASBB) was established by the Government of Assam on 29 September 2010. Its main responsibilities include biodiversity conservation, sustainable utilisation of biological resources and fair sharing of benefits arising from the use of biological resources and associated traditional knowledge.
The present recruitment is connected with the Assam Sustainable Wetland and Integrated Fisheries Transformation (SWIFT) Project. Through this initiative, the project team will assess biodiversity and wildlife in 74 selected wetlands (beels) across 23 districts of Assam.
The assignment involves documenting fish, birds, reptiles, amphibians, plants and other wildlife, identifying important habitats, conducting field surveys and recommending suitable conservation measures for sustainable wetland management.
Important Links – ASBB Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Links |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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FAQs – Assam State Biodiversity Board Recruitment 2026
A total of 7 vacancies are available, including 3 Consultant – Biodiversity Expert posts, 3 Project Associate (Wildlife) posts and 1 Support Staff – Field Help post.
The last date for submission of the application is 5 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
The fixed monthly remuneration is ₹70,000 for Consultant, ₹35,000 for Project Associate and ₹20,000 for Support Staff.
Consultant and Project Associate applicants need an M.Sc. in the specified subjects, while Support Staff applicants must have passed Class XII. Relevant work experience is also required for all three positions.
No. Applications must be submitted in hard copy using the prescribed format. Applications sent through email will be rejected.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Conclusion
Assam State Biodiversity Board Recruitment 2026 offers seven contractual opportunities for qualified and experienced candidates interested in biodiversity conservation and wetland assessment work in Assam. With fixed monthly remuneration of up to ₹70,000, this recruitment may be relevant to experienced biodiversity professionals as well as eligible field-support candidates.
Interested applicants should carefully check the post-wise qualifications, age limits and experience requirements before submitting their applications. Make sure the complete hard-copy application reaches the ASBB office by 5:00 PM on 5 November 2026.
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