ICFRE–TFRI Recruitment 2025 (14 Group‑C Posts)
The Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education (ICFRE) – Tropical Forest Research Institute (TFRI), Jabalpur, under the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, has released a notification for 14 Group‑C vacancies. These include posts for Technical Assistant, Forest Guard, and Driver (Ordinary Grade).
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | 10 |
| Forest Guard | 3 |
| Driver (Ordinary Grade) | 1 |
| Total | 14 |
Important Dates
- Applications Open: 14 July 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 10 August 2025 (by 11:59 PM)
- Tentative Written Exam Date: First week of September 2025
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
- Technical Assistant: B.Sc. in Science with specialization in Botany, Zoology, Agriculture, Forestry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or Statistics from a recognized university.
- Forest Guard: 12th pass with Science; must undergo Forestry training during probation.
- Driver: 10th pass, valid motor car driving license, and minimum 3 years of driving experience.
Age Limits
- Technical Assistant: 21–30 years
- Forest Guard: 18–27 years
- Driver: 18–27 years
- Age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-servicemen apply as per government norms.
Application Fee
- Processing Fee: ₹700 + GST (mandatory for all)
- Exam Fee: ₹350 for Technical Assistant; ₹150 for Forest Guard and Driver
- Exemptions: Women, SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex‑Servicemen are exempted from paying the exam fee (not the processing fee).
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Objective type questions based on discipline and general topics.
- Skill/Physical Test:
- Forest Guard: Physical and medical tests.
- Driver: Driving skill assessment.
- Document Verification & Medical Examinationas final steps.
How to Apply
- Apply online via the MPOnline Portal (
mponline.gov.inoriforms.mponline.gov.in) or the TFRI website (tfri.icfre.gov.in) starting 14 July 2025. Each post requires a separate application and fee if applying to more than one.
Summary
ICFRE–TFRI is hiring for 14 Group‑C roles including Technical Assistant (10), Forest Guard (3), and Driver (1). Eligibility ranges from 10th to B.Sc., depending on job profile. Applications are open from 14 July to 10 August 2025, with selection through CBT, followed by physical/skill tests and verification. Application fee varies by category; women and reserved categories enjoy partial exemption.
