ICFRE-TFRI Group C Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for Technical Assistant, Forest Guard & Driver Posts
📅 Advt. No.: TFRI/JBP/DR/2025
🕒 Last Date to Apply: 10 August 2025
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| ICFRE TFRI GROUP C RECRUITMENT |
🏢 About ICFRE-TFRI
The Tropical Forest Research Institute (TFRI), Jabalpur, is a premier regional institute under the Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education (ICFRE)—an autonomous body under the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India. TFRI focuses on tropical forest research, ecology, biodiversity, and agroforestry across Central India.
📌 Overview of Group C Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Application Mode | Last Date to Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | 10 | Level-5 (₹29,200–92,300) | Online Only | 10 August 2025 |
| Forest Guard | 03 | Level-2 (₹19,900–63,200) | Online Only | 10 August 2025 |
| Driver (Ordinary Grade) | 01 | Level-2 (₹19,900–63,200) | Online Only | 10 August 2025 |
🧾 Vacancy & Reservation Details
| Post | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | Ex-Servicemen | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 (horizontal) | 10 |
| Forest Guard | 2 | – | – | – | 1 | – | 3 |
| Driver (Ordinary) | 1 | – | – | – | – | – | 1 |
📚 Post-wise Eligibility Criteria
✅ 1. Technical Assistant (Level-5)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | B.Sc. in Botany, Zoology, Agriculture, Forestry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Statistics |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 years (as on 01/07/2025) |
| Experience | Not Required |
| Salary | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 + allowances |
| Other Info | No physical test required. PwBD eligible with 40%+ disability |
✅ 2. Forest Guard (Level-2)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | 12th Pass with Science |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 years (as on 01/07/2025) |
| Salary | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 + allowances |
| Physical Standards | See table below |
| Other Requirements | Must pass forestry training during probation |
📏 Physical Standards (Forest Guard)
| Measurement | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 165 cm | 150 cm |
| Chest (Normal/Expanded) | 79 cm / 84 cm | 74 cm / 79 cm |
| Walking Test | 25 km in 4 hours | 14 km in 4 hours |
| Eyesight | 6/6 Vision, No Color Blindness |
✅ 3. Driver (Ordinary Grade, Level-2)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | 10th Pass + Valid Driving License for motor cars |
| Experience | Minimum 3 Years driving experience |
| Salary | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 + allowances |
| Skill Test | Driving test + Basic knowledge of motor mechanism |
🧪 Selection Process
The selection will be done in two stages:
Stage I: Written Examination (Computer-Based Test)
| Post | Duration | Questions | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | 180 mins | 100 MCQs | Yes (–1/3 mark) |
| Forest Guard | 120 mins | 100 MCQs | Yes (–1/3 mark) |
| Driver | 120 mins | 100 MCQs | Yes (–1/3 mark) |
Subject-Wise Paper Structure:
📘 Technical Assistant Paper Structure
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Awareness & Reasoning | 20 |
| English & General Science | 20 |
| Arithmetic | 20 |
| Relevant Subject (Agri, Botany, Forestry, Zoology) | 40 |
🌲 Forest Guard Paper Structure
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 30 |
| Arithmetic, Reasoning & Mental Ability | 30 |
| General English | 10 |
| Intermediate Level Science | 30 |
🚘 Driver Paper Structure
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| General English | 25 |
| Reasoning & General Intelligence | 25 |
| Numerical Aptitude | 25 |
| General Awareness | 25 |
Stage II: Physical/Skill Test
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Forest Guard: Physical Efficiency & Medical Test
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Driver: Driving Skill Test + Motor Mechanism Questions
Final Merit: Based on written exam scores + qualifying skill/physical test.
🧾 Application Fees
| Category | Processing Fee | Exam Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/OBC (Male) | ₹700 + GST | ₹150–₹350 | ₹850–₹1050 + GST |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | ₹700 + GST | NIL | ₹700 + GST |
| Female (All Categories) | ₹700 + GST | NIL | ₹700 + GST |
✅ Note: Separate fees to be paid for each post applied. No refund under any circumstances.
📍 Exam Centres (Pan India)
Candidates can choose 3 preferred exam centres. Final allocation will depend on availability.
Available Centres:
Jabalpur, Bhopal, Delhi (NCR), Mumbai, Kolkata, Jaipur, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Patna, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Raipur, Ranchi, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Prayagraj, Bhubaneswar, Coimbatore
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 14 July 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 14 July 2025 (00:00:01 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 August 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| CBT Exam Date (Tentative) | 1st Week of September 2025 |
| Skill/Trade Test (Stage II) | To be notified |
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📥 How to Apply Online?
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Click on "TFRI Group C Recruitment 2025" link
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Register with mobile/email
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Fill application form carefully
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Upload required documents
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Pay fees online via Debit/Credit Card/UPI
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Submit & Download a copy for your records
🎯 Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | +5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 years |
| PwBD (General/OBC/SC/ST) | +10/+13/+15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Length of Service + 3 yrs |
| Govt. Employees (3+ yrs service) | Up to 40–45 years |
| Widows/Divorced/Separated Women | Up to 35–40 years |
| ICFRE Permanent Employees | No limit (Technical Asst) |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the qualification required for Technical Assistant?
A: B.Sc. degree in one of the listed science subjects (Botany, Zoology, Agri, etc.)
Q2. What is the age limit for Forest Guard?
A: 18 to 27 years (as on 01/07/2025). Relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD.
Q3. How to apply for ICFRE-TFRI Recruitment 2025?
A: Apply only online at www.mponline.gov.in between 14 July and 10 August 2025.
Q4. Is there negative marking in the exam?
A: Yes, 1/3rd marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Q5. Is there any fee exemption?
A: Yes. SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and all Female candidates are exempt from the Exam Fee but must pay the processing fee.
Q6. What is the selection process?
A: Written exam + Skill/Physical Test (as applicable) + Document Verification.
✅ Final Note
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking secure jobs in forestry research, government fieldwork, or technical support. Interested applicants are advised to read the official notification thoroughly and apply well before the deadline.
🔗 Apply Now: https://www.mponline.gov.in
📄 Official Notification PDF: Check Here
📄 Official Website : tfri.icfre.gov.in
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