10 પાસ પર ફોરેસ્ટ વિભાગમાં વન્યપ્રાણી મિત્ર ન્યુ ભરતી 2026 - Wildlife Mitra New Recruitment 2026 in Forest Department

Wildlife Mitra New Recruitment 2026 in Forest Department : The Gujarat Forest Department has released an official notification for the recruitment of Vanya Prani Mitra (Wildlife Friend) for the year 2026. This recruitment is aimed at involving local citizens in wildlife conservation and forest protection activities across selected villages of Valsad and Jamnagar districts.

This is a great opportunity for candidates who are interested in environmental protection, wildlife conservation, and working closely with the Forest Department.

Overview of Vanya Prani Mitra Recruitment 2026

Post Name	Vanya Prani Mitra (Wildlife Friend)
Department	Gujarat Forest Department
Recruitment Type	Contract-based (11 months)
Honorarium	₹2,000 per month
Job Location	Selected villages of Amreli &GIr-somnath districts
Last Date for Application	30 January 2026
Interview Date	30 January 2026 at 10:00 AM

District and Village-wise Vacancy Details

The recruitment is announced for villages under the following divisions:

Amreli Forest Division :

Taluka: Khambha
Villages include:
Bhad,Bhavardi,Dedan,Ghavdiya,Gidardi,Khadadhar,Kotda,Lasa,Nanudi,Rugnathpur,Tatniya,Babarpara

Gir-somnath Forest Division

Taluka: Una & Girgadhda
Villages include:
Sonariya,Bediya,Dandi,Dron,Desar,Fatsar,Fulka,Itvaya,Kodiya,Nagdiya,Sanosari,Sejliya,Ugala
(Village category may include General, SC, ST, or Reserved as per notification.)

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for Vanya Prani Mitra Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill the following conditions:

Age Limit

Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 33 years
Age will be calculated as of 30 January 2026

Educational Qualification

Must have passed at least 10th standard
Preference may be given to candidates with knowledge of:
Forest & wildlife
Local geography
Community work

Residency Requirement

Candidate must be a resident of the same Gram Panchayat or nearby village where the vacancy is announced.

Selection Process

The selection of Vanya Prani Mitra will be done through:

Document Verification
Physical Endurance Test
Walking test: 25 km in 4 hours
Interview
Final selection will be based on overall performance and merit.

Job Responsibilities of Vanya Prani Mitra

Selected candidates will be responsible for:

Assisting Forest Department staff
Preventing wildlife crimes
Creating awareness among villagers
Helping in forest patrolling
Supporting wildlife conservation programs

Application Process

Applications must be submitted offline
Eligible candidates must remain present with original documents on:
30 January 2026 at 10:00 AM
Venue:
Forest Office / Rest House,
Dharampur–Valsad Road,
Dharampur – 396540

Important Documents Required

Age Proof
Educational Certificates
Residence Proof
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Aadhaar Card
Passport-size photographs

Important Dates

Application & Interview Date 30 January 2026
Reporting Time 10:00 AM

Important links

Home page

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Why Apply for Vanya Prani Mitra?

Work directly with the Forest Department
Contribute to wildlife and environmental protection
Ideal for local youth
Gain field-level experience in conservation work

Conclusion

The Vanya Prani Mitra Recruitment 2026 is a valuable opportunity for individuals passionate about nature, wildlife, and community service. Interested and eligible candidates should prepare their documents and report on the scheduled date without delay.

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