Odisha Forest Department Recruitment 2025 | High Salary Govt Jobs | No Exam, Direct Walk-in Interview

The Odisha Forest Department has released official notification for new recruitment opportunities in Kalahandi and Nabarangpur districts. Applications are invited for the the post of GIS Specialist-cum-Drone Operator and Senior Research Fellow (SRF) under the respective forest division. The recruitment will conducted through direct walk-in interviews. Eligible and interested candidates can check the complete details about Odisha Forest Department Recruitment 2025, including eligibility criteria, salary, application process, and interview schedule in the section below. 

Odisha Forest Department Recruitment 2025: District-wise Notification 

1. GIS Specialist-cum-Drone Operator – Kalahandi North Division

The Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Kalahandi North Division is inviting applications for the recruitment of 1 GIS Specialist-cum-Drone Operator. The role is technical in nature and involves GIS-based forest mapping and drone operations. 

2. Senior Research Fellow (SRF) – Nabarangpur Forest Division 

The DFO, Nabarangpur Forest Division is hiring 1 Senior Research Fellow (SRF) on a temporary basis for wildlife-related research and fieldwork. The post is ideal for candidates with a background in Zoology, Life Sciences, Forestry, or related disciplines. 

Odisha Forest Recruitment 2025 - Overview

*Recruiting Organization: Odisha Forest Department 

*Districts: Kalahandi, Nabarangpur 

*Post Names: GIS Specialist-cum-Drone Operator (Kalahandi), Senior Research Fellow (Nabarangpur)

*Category: Odisha Govt Jobs 

*Application Mode: Offline 

*Who Can Apply: Both Male & Female 

*Selection Process: Walk-in Interview 

*Interview Dates: 5th May 2025 (Kalahandi), 15th May 2025 (Nabarangpur) 

*Official Website: https://www.odishaforest.in/ 

Odisha Forest Department Recruitment 2025 - Post Details 

1. Post Name: GIS Specialist-cum-Drone Operator 

• Location: Kalahandi North Division 

• Vacancy: 01 

2. Post Name: Senior Research Fellow (SRF)

• Location: Nabarangpur Forest Division

• Vacancy: 01 

Odisha Forest Department Recruitment 2025 - Eligibility Criteria 

Educational Qualification 

For GIS Specialist-cum-Drone Operator (Kalahandi):

• Essential: Master’s degree in Natural Science or Earth Science 

• Alternate: Bachelor’s degree in the same fields with 1-2 years of relevant experience may also be considered.  

For Senior Research Fellow (Nabarangpur):

• M.Sc. with at least 60% marks in: Zoology/Wildlife Biology/Life Sciences/Animal Biotechnology/Microbiology/Forestry/Biodiversity Conservation/Biochemistry/Veterinary Science Or 

• Allied subjects from a recognized university 

Age Limit  

For GIS Specialist-cum-Drone Operator (Kalahandi):

• No age limit specified. 

For Senior Research Fellow (Nabarangpur): 

• Upper Age Limit: 35 years as on 01.04.2025 

• Age Relaxation: SC/ST/SEBC: Up to 5 years 

Odisha Forest Department Recruitment 2025 - Selection Process 

Selection will be made through walk-in interviews scheduled at respective division offices. 

Kalahandi Applicants:

• Candidates outside Odisha may opt for video conferencing mode by indicating their preference in the email application.

• Selection based on qualifications, work experience, and interview performance. 

Nabarangpur Applicants:

• Selection based on educational background, field experience, and interview performance.

• Preference will be given to candidates with wildlife census/data management experience and those with prior work in the Forest Department. 

Odisha Forest Department Recruitment 2025 - Salary

The GIS Specialist position in Kalahandi offers a consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 40,000. On the other hand, the Senior Research Fellow (SRF) position in Nabarangpur comes with a fixed monthly salary of Rs. 31,000 along with an additional 16% HRA, bringing the approximate total to Rs. 35,960 per month. 

• GIS Specialist (Kalahandi): Rs. 40,000/- per month (Consolidated)

• Senior Research Fellow (Nabarangpur): Rs. 31,000/- per month + 16% HRA (Approximate Total: Rs. 35,960/- per month) 

How to Apply for Odisha Forest Department Recruitment 2025?

For GIS Specialist – Kalahandi North:

• Prepare your CV along with experience letter and degree certificates.

• Merge all documents into one PDF file. 

• Email the PDF to north_kalahandi@yahoo.co.in. 

• Mention in the email if you wish to attend the interview via video conferencing.

• Attend the walk-in interview on 5th May 2025 at 10 AM at the DFO Office, Kalahandi North. 

For SRF – Nabarangpur Division:

• Fill out the application form (to be carried in person).

• Attach self-attested copies of all necessary documents.

• Bring all originals on the interview date: 15th May 2025 at 10 AM.

• Appear at the Conference Hall of Nabarangpur Forest Division. 

Odisha Forest Department Recruitment 2025 - Important Dates 

Kalahandi District (GIS Specialist-cum-Drone Operator):

• Walk-in Interview Date: 5th May 2025

• Time: 10:00 AM

• Venue: Office of the DFO, Kalahandi North

• Online Interview Option: Available (upon request in application email) 

Nabarangpur District (Senior Research Fellow):

• Walk-in Interview Date: 15th May 2025

• Time: 10:00 AM

• Venue: Conference Hall, Nabarangpur Forest Division

• Reporting Location: Divisional Forest Office, At/Po - Nabarangpur, Dist - Nabarangpur 

Important Links:

• Kalahandi Notification PDF: Click Here

• Nabarangpur Notification PDF: Click Here