WIHG Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 04 Administrative Officer, Assistant Posts


Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG)  has released an official notification for the recruitment of 04 Administrative Officer, Assistant Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official WIHG website. The last date to submit the application form is 25-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the WIHG Administrative Officer, Assistant Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

WIHG Administrative Officer, Assistant 2026 – Important Details

WIHG Administrative Officer, Assistant 2026 Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies for WIHG Administrative Officer, Assistant Recruitment 2026 is 4 posts. Category-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:

  • Administrative Officer: 1 post (UR – 1)
  • Assistant: 3 posts (UR – 2, OBC – 1)

Note: Detailed vacancy breakdown by category is provided in the official advertisement notice.

Eligibility Criteria for WIHG Administrative Officer, Assistant 2026

1. Educational Qualification

Administrative Officer

  • A 1st class or high second class degree from a recognized University.
  • 10 years’ experience in a Central Government Department, Autonomous Body or Public Sector Undertaking, of which at least 3 years should be in the next lower grade.
  • Thorough knowledge of Establishment, Civil Works, Accounts/Purchase, Stores, Security and Vigilance procedures/rules.

Desirable: Master’s Degree, Law Degree, Diploma in Personnel Management, and knowledge of Computer-aided Management.

Assistant

  • Graduate degree of a recognized University.
  • Experience of working in Government/Scientific organization with 8 years’ regular service as LDC/UDC, of which at least 3 years regular service in lower grade i.e. Pay Level-4 or equivalent.

2. Age Limit

The age limit for WIHG Administrative Officer, Assistant Recruitment 2026 is:

  • Maximum Age: Administrative Officer: Not exceeding 35 years; Assistant: Not exceeding 28 years
  • Age Relaxation: As per Government of India norms and conditions specified in the advertisement, including relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, PwD, Ex-servicemen, departmental candidates, widows/divorced women/women judicially separated, and candidates domiciled in J&K during the specified period.
  • Age calculation date: 01/01/2026

3. Nationality

Candidates must be Indian citizens as specified in the official notification.

Selection Process for WIHG Administrative Officer, Assistant 2026

Candidates will be selected based on the following process:

  • Shortlisting of applications as per eligibility and any additional criteria adopted by the Institute.
  • Skill test and/or personal interview, as applicable to the post.
  • Final selection on the basis of merit in skill test/personal interview.
  • Document verification of age, qualifications, experience, caste/category and other certificates.

Note: The list of shortlisted candidates for skill test/personal interview will be made available on the Institute website.

Application Fee for WIHG Administrative Officer, Assistant 2026

  • Administrative Officer: Rs. 1000/- for Gen/OBC/EWS candidates.
  • Assistant: Rs. 500/- for Gen/OBC/EWS candidates.
  • SC/ST/PH/Widows, divorced women/women judicially separated from their husband & not re-married, Ex-servicemen: Application fee exempted.
  • Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking, etc. via the prescribed link on the application portal.

Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates applying for more than one post must pay the fee separately for each post/category as applicable.

How to Apply for WIHG Administrative Officer, Assistant Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can apply online for WIHG Administrative Officer, Assistant 2026 by following these steps:

  1. Visit the official website: www.wihg.res.in.
  2. Find the recruitment/advertisement link for Administrative Officer and Assistant posts.
  3. Read the detailed advertisement and instructions carefully.
  4. Click on the online application link and register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
  5. Fill in the online application form with personal, educational and experience details as required.
  6. Scan and upload recent colour photograph, signature and required documents (educational qualifications, experience certificates, age proof, caste/category certificates, etc.) in the prescribed format.
  7. Pay the applicable application fee online through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
  8. Submit the application form online and generate the application printout.
  9. Download and take a printout of the submitted application form with photograph affixed for records and future verification.
  10. Forward the downloaded and signed application form along with all necessary documents (as uploaded) to the email ID: [email protected] with the subject line “Application for the post ” latest by 04/03/2026 up to 05:00 PM.

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