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FRI Dehradun Group C Recruitment 2026 – 72 Posts (MTS, Technician, LDC, Driver & More)

Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun — Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
📋 72 Vacancies 💰 Level-1 to Level-5 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix 📍 Uttarakhand 👁️ 18 views
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📋 Vacancy & Pay Details

Total Vacancies 72
Category-wise Vacancies
Post NameVacanciesPay Level (7th CPC)Minimum Qualification
Technician – Field / Lab Research23Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100)Class 12th with Science (minimum 60% marks)
Technician – Maintenance (IT / Electronics / Pump Operator)6Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)Class 12th with relevant ITI / Trade Certificate
Technical Assistant – Para Medical (Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Lab Technician, Physiotherapist, Radiographer)7Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300)B.Sc. in relevant subject OR 3-year Diploma / Degree in relevant para-medical field
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)5Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)Class 12th pass + Typing Speed 35 wpm (English on computer)
Forest Guard2Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)Class 12th with Science subjects
Stenographer Grade II1Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)Class 12th pass + Steno speed 80 wpm (English/Hindi) + Computer typing certificate
Store Keeper2Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100)Class 12th pass from a recognised board
Driver4Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)Class 12th + Valid LMV / HMV Driving Licence + Minimum 3 years driving experience
Multi Tasking Staff (MTS)22Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900)Matriculation (Class 10th pass) from a recognised board
Total Vacancies72 Posts

* Category-wise (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD) vacancy breakup will be available in the official notification PDF. Above data is based on the previous recruitment cycle pattern.
Pay Scale Level-1 to Level-5 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Pay Grade / Level ₹18,000 – ₹92,300 per month (post-wise) + DA, HRA & TA
Location Uttarakhand
Department Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun
Ministry Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Educational qualification requirements differ for each post under FRI Dehradun Group C Recruitment 2026. Candidates must meet the post-specific eligibility before applying:

  • Multi Tasking Staff (MTS): Matriculation (Class 10th) pass from any recognised board or equivalent.
  • Technician – Field / Lab Research: Class 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics, with a minimum aggregate of 60% marks.
  • Technician – Maintenance: Class 12th pass along with a relevant ITI / Trade Certificate in IT, Electronics Mechanics, Pump Operation, or equivalent discipline.
  • Technical Assistant – Para Medical: Bachelor's degree in Science (B.Sc.) in the relevant subject, OR a 3-year Diploma or Degree in para-medical fields such as nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, medical radiology / imaging technology, or medical laboratory technology.
  • Lower Division Clerk (LDC): Class 12th pass with a typing speed of 35 words per minute in English on computer, or 30 words per minute in Hindi (Devanagari script).
  • Forest Guard: Class 12th with Science subjects from a board recognised by the Central / State Government.
  • Stenographer Grade II: Class 12th pass + Stenography speed of 80 words per minute in English or Hindi + Certificate in computer proficiency or typing.
  • Store Keeper: Class 12th pass from any recognised board. Working knowledge of computers preferred.
  • Driver: Class 12th pass + Valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) or Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) Driving Licence + Minimum 3 years of practical driving experience on the date of application.
Age Limit 18 – 30 years
Age Relaxation
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation in the upper age limit
  • SC / ST: 5 years relaxation in the upper age limit
  • PwBD – General / EWS: 10 years relaxation
  • PwBD – OBC: 13 years relaxation
  • PwBD – SC / ST: 15 years relaxation
  • Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation as per Central Government of India rules
  • Central Government Servants: Up to 5 years relaxation for Group C posts as per DoPT norms
Nationality Indian

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC ₹1,500
SC / ST / PH ₹700
Payment Mode Online — Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI

🏆 Selection Process

FRI Dehradun Group C Recruitment 2026 follows a structured multi-stage selection process to shortlist the best candidates for each post:

  1. Computer Based Test (CBT) – Stage 1: An objective-type online exam covering General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness & Current Affairs, English / Hindi Language, and Quantitative Aptitude. Technical posts also have a subject-specific section.
  2. Descriptive Test – Stage 2: A written pen-and-paper test evaluating written communication skills in English or Hindi. Applicable primarily for Stenographer and LDC posts.
  3. Skill / Trade Test – Stage 3: A practical proficiency test tailored to the post — Typing Test for LDC (35 wpm English / 30 wpm Hindi), Stenography Test for Steno Grade II (80 wpm), Driving Proficiency Test for Driver, and Laboratory / Technical Trade Test for Technician posts.
  4. Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted after the skill test are called for verification of all original certificates and testimonials at FRI Dehradun headquarters.
  5. Medical Examination: Final selected candidates must clear a standard Central Government medical fitness examination before joining.

📝 How to Apply

Candidates interested in applying for FRI Dehradun Group C Recruitment 2026 must complete the online application process before the last date. Follow the steps below carefully:

  1. Visit the Official Website: Open the official Forest Research Institute portal at fri.icfre.gov.in or the official CBT examination portal as mentioned in the recruitment notification.
  2. Download the Notification PDF: Go to the "Recruitment" section and download the official FRI Group C 2026 notification. Read it thoroughly before starting the application.
  3. New Registration: Click on "Apply Online" or "New Registration". Enter your name, date of birth, valid mobile number, and active email ID to generate your login credentials.
  4. Fill in Application Form: Log in using the credentials received on your email/mobile. Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, category, and select the post you wish to apply for.
  5. Upload Scanned Documents: Upload a recent passport-size photograph and your signature in the prescribed format (JPG/JPEG, within the specified size limit). Upload other supporting documents if required.
  6. Pay the Application Fee: Pay the required fee online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI: ₹1,500 for General / OBC / EWS applicants and ₹700 for SC / ST / PwBD / Female applicants.
  7. Submit the Application: Review all entered details carefully before final submission. Once submitted, the form cannot be edited.
  8. Save the Confirmation: Take a printout or save the application confirmation page. Note down your application/registration number for future reference — admit card download, result checking, etc.

📁 Required Documents

  • Class 10th (Matriculation) Marksheet and Certificate
  • Class 12th Marksheet and Passing Certificate
  • Graduation / Degree / Diploma Certificate and Marksheets (if applicable as per post)
  • ITI / Trade Certificate (for Technician – Maintenance post)
  • Valid Light/Heavy Motor Vehicle Driving Licence (for Driver post)
  • Stenography Speed / Proficiency Certificate (for Steno Grade II post)
  • Computer Typing Speed Certificate (for LDC / Steno posts)
  • Caste Certificate — SC / ST / OBC (issued by competent authority, in Central Government format)
  • EWS (Economically Weaker Section) Income and Asset Certificate
  • PwBD / Disability Certificate in prescribed format (if applicable)
  • Ex-Serviceman Discharge Certificate / Service Book (if applicable)
  • Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Passport / PAN Card)
  • Recent passport-size photographs (white background, clearly visible face)
  • Domicile Certificate (if required as per the notification)
  • NOC from current employer (for candidates in Central / State Government service)

📊 Exam Pattern

The FRI Dehradun Group C exam is conducted in multiple stages. Based on the previous recruitment cycle (2022–23), here is the expected exam pattern for 2026:

StageModeSections / TopicsQuestionsMarksDuration
Stage 1 – CBT Paper I (All Posts)Online / CBTGeneral Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, English / Hindi Language, Quantitative Aptitude10010090 Minutes
Stage 1 – CBT Paper II (Technical Posts)Online / CBTPost-specific subject knowledge (Science, IT, Para-Medical, etc.)505045 Minutes
Stage 2 – Descriptive TestOffline / Pen-PaperEssay writing / Letter writing in English or Hindi—5060 Minutes
Stage 3 – Skill / Trade TestPracticalTyping / Stenography / Driving / Lab Trade Test (post-wise)QualifyingAs per post

Note: The above pattern is indicative, based on the 2022–23 notification cycle. Candidates must refer to the official 2026 notification PDF for the confirmed exam pattern and syllabus.

🔗 Important Links

Official Website 🌐 https://fri.icfre.gov.in

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

FRI Dehradun Group C Recruitment 2026 is a central government job notification released by the Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun — an autonomous body under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India. It invites eligible Indian nationals to apply for Group C posts such as MTS, Technician, Technical Assistant (Para Medical), LDC, Forest Guard, Stenographer Grade II, Store Keeper, and Driver.

FRI Dehradun Group C Recruitment 2026 is expected to have approximately 72 vacancies across 9 different posts. The official vacancy count and category-wise breakup (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD) will be published in the official notification PDF on fri.icfre.gov.in.

The minimum age for all posts is 18 years. The maximum age is 27 years for most posts (LDC, MTS, Driver, Forest Guard, Store Keeper, Steno Grade II) and 30 years for Technician posts. Age relaxation is 3 years for OBC (NCL), 5 years for SC/ST, 10 years for PwBD (General), and additional relaxation for PwBD-OBC and PwBD-SC/ST candidates.

The application fee is ₹1,500 for General, OBC, and EWS category candidates. SC/ST, PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability), and Female candidates are required to pay a reduced fee of ₹700. Payment is accepted online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

Salary varies by post under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix: MTS – Level-1 (₹18,000/month), LDC/Driver/Forest Guard/Technician (Maintenance) – Level-2 (₹19,900/month), Technician (Field/Lab)/Store Keeper – Level-3 (₹21,700/month), Steno Grade II – Level-4 (₹25,500/month), and Technical Assistant Para Medical – Level-5 (₹29,200/month), plus DA, HRA, and TA as applicable.

The selection process involves: (1) Computer Based Test (CBT) – objective-type online exam, (2) Descriptive Test – written exam in English or Hindi, (3) Skill/Trade Test – practical test such as typing, stenography, driving, or lab test depending on the post, followed by (4) Document Verification and (5) Medical Examination.

To apply, visit the official website fri.icfre.gov.in, navigate to the Recruitment section, and click on Apply Online when the link is active. Register with your email and mobile, fill in the application form, upload scanned photo and signature, pay the fee, and submit before the last date. Keep a printout of the confirmation for reference.

The official website is fri.icfre.gov.in. Candidates can also check fridu.edu.in for related updates. All notifications, admit cards, results, and cut-off marks are published on the official FRI recruitment portal.

The exam date for FRI Dehradun Group C 2026 has not been officially announced yet. Once the notification is released on fri.icfre.gov.in, the exam schedule, admit card download date, and result date will be updated here. Candidates are advised to bookmark the official website and this page for real-time updates.

FRI Dehradun Group C 2026 includes the following posts: Technician (Field/Lab Research), Technician (Maintenance), Technical Assistant (Para Medical), Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Forest Guard, Stenographer Grade II, Store Keeper, Driver, and Multi Tasking Staff (MTS).

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FRI Dehradun Group C Recruitment 2026 – 72 Posts (MTS, Technician, LDC, Driver & More)
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Level-1 to Level-5 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
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