Joint Advisor (Environment & Plantation) Recruitment 2026 at National Highways Authority of India
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 4
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Qualification
- Qualification: Degree in Science group subjects or professional background as a retired officer from forest, agriculture, or horticulture departments.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 15 years of experience in the field of Forestry, Agriculture, Horticulture, or Environment.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 65 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is recruiting for 4 positions of Joint Advisor (Environment & Plantation) on a contract basis to manage highway greening initiatives. The role offers a monthly remuneration ceiling of ₹1,75,000 for retired officers from government or PSU backgrounds with 15 years of relevant experience. Candidates with a Science degree or specific expertise in forest departments will oversee environmental clearances and plantation management at regional offices in Lucknow, Kolkata, Jammu, and Mumbai. This position provides a high-impact opportunity for environmental experts to contribute to national infrastructure sustainability and policy implementation.
- Initial contract tenure of two years with a potential one-year extension based on NHAI requirements and performance.
- Maximum age limit is 65 years as of the online application receipt date.
- Open to retired officers not below the level of Conservator of Forests, Deputy Secretary, or Director.
- Selection process involves an open advertisement followed by screening and contractual engagement protocols.
- Requires 15 years of experience in Forestry, Agriculture, Horticulture, or Environment sectors.
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Additional Salary Information
Monthly Remuneration capped at ₹1,75,000 (comprising Last Drawn Basic Pay minus Pension plus allowances like Domain Specialization and Hospitality charges).
Important Dates
Selection Process
Open Advertisement Screening of Eligibility Interview/Interaction Document Verification
Application Fees
No application fee
Reservation
01 position at RO-Lucknow 01 position at RO-Kolkata 01 position at RO-Jammu 01 position at RO-Mumbai
How to Apply
- Visit the official NHAI website at http://www.nhai.gov.in.
- Access the online application portal linked in the vacancy section.
- Follow the instructions for registration and filling the online form.
- Ensure all supporting documents regarding retirement and experience are ready.
- Submit the application before the deadline of 26 November 2026 (6.00 PM).
Frequently Asked Questions
The monthly remuneration follows a formula of (Last Drawn Basic Pay – Pension + Transport Allowance) plus allowances, subject to a maximum ceiling of ₹1,75,000.
Candidates should have a Degree in Science from a recognized university, though this is waived for retired officers from forest or horticulture departments with relevant experience.
The maximum age limit for applying to this position is 65 years.