Manager – Ecology & Biodiversity – RITES
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹50,000 - ₹160,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Master's Degree in Life Sciences (Zoology, Botany, Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or Geography) or an equivalent qualification.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 4 years of post-qualification experience in the field of Ecology & Biodiversity.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 40 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Manager – Ecology & Biodiversity position at RITES Limited offers a significant opportunity for environmental professionals to lead conservation and biodiversity initiatives within major infrastructure projects. This role involves overseeing ecosystem assessments and ensuring that development activities align with national wildlife legislation and international sustainability standards. Candidates with a Master's degree in Life Sciences or related fields will find this a rewarding career path that combines technical expertise with public-sector impact. Applying for this RITES recruitment 2026 allows specialists to contribute to the preservation of India's natural habitats while working for a premier Navratna consultancy.
- The maximum age limit for this position is 40 years as of the application deadline on August 16, 2026.
- Selection involves a written test weighted at 60% followed by a personal interview weighted at 40%.
- Candidates must possess a first-class degree with at least 60% marks for unreserved category consideration.
- The appointment is initially on a contract basis for one year with the possibility of extension based on project needs.
- A non-refundable application fee of ₹600 plus applicable taxes is required for all candidates during the online process.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Scale: ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 plus DA, fixed/variable allowances (23% of Basic Pay), HRA/Lease, and PF/Gratuity benefits.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Written Test (125 objective type questions, 2.5 hours, no negative marking) Interview (Ratio of 1:6 based on vacancies) Document Verification Medical Examination
Application Fees
All Candidates: Rs. 600/- plus Taxes as applicable
Reservation
UR: 01 Total: 01
How to Apply
- Visit the Career Section of the RITES website at http://www.rites.com.
- Fill out the online registration format carefully, ensuring all details match your identity proof.
- Note down the 'Registration No.' generated upon submission for future communication.
- Upload all required documents including DOB proof, academic certificates, and experience letters in the 'Upload Document' section.
- Make the online payment of application fees under the 'Make Payment' section.
- Download and print the final application form for your records.
- Retain a signed copy of the application form and self-attested photocopies of documents for the interview stage.
- Do not send hard copies of documents to the RITES office via post or courier.
Frequently Asked Questions
The salary for this role is in the pay scale of ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 per month plus applicable allowances.
Candidates need a Master's Degree in Life Sciences, Zoology, Botany, Forestry, Environmental Science, or a synonymous discipline.
There is 1 vacancy available for this position, which is currently unreserved (UR).