Kalahandi District has announced 2 temporary Sociologist vacancies under advertisement number 3026-27/DFO/IF. Candidates holding a Graduate in Humanities qualification can apply offline by sending the completed application through Post Office, Courier Service or Drop Box to the Office of the Divisional Forest Officer, Kalahandi South Division on or before 15 October 2026, starting from 1 October 2026. The notified pay for the post is Rs. 25,000. The selection process comprises a Written Test, Walk-in Interview, Document Verification, and Counselling for choice of facility, with the interview scheduled for 23 October 2026.
Kalahandi District Sociologist at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Kalahandi South Division / Divisional Forest Officer, Kalahandi South Division |
| Advertisement No. | No. 3026-27/DFO/IF |
| Post(s) | Sociologist |
| Vacancies | 2 (Tentative) |
| Pay | Rs. 25,000/- per month (Including GST/Service Charges/ESI/EPF etc.) |
| Qualification | Graduate in Humanities with minimum 3 years of experience |
| Job Location | Kalahandi District, Odisha |
| Apply By | Offline (Drop Box, Post Office, or Courier Service) |
| Last Date | 15 October 2026 up to 5:00 PM |
Where and How to Send
Candidates must submit their applications through the following postal or drop-off route:
- Postal/Submission Address: Office of the Divisional Forest Officer, Kalahandi South Division, At/Po-Parmanandapur, Bhawanipatna, Ward No.4, Rly. Station Road Dist-Kalahandi, Odisha, Pin code-766002
- Mode of Submission: Either in the Drop Box in the Office of the undersigned or through Postal / Courier Service.
- Form to Use: The resume provided in Annexure-II of the official notification along with a self-attested copy of an Aadhaar Card or any other identity proof like Driving License, Voter ID, BPL Card, etc.
Posts, Eligibility and Pay
| Post | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Sociologist | 2 | Rs. 25,000/- per month (Approx in Rs) (Including GST/Service Charges/ESI/EPF etc.) |
Educational Qualification:
- Graduate in Humanities from any recognized institution.
- Minimum three years of experience working in the development sector directly with Forest communities and village level institutions.
Preferable Qualification:
- Ability to speak/understand local language. Candidates native to Odisha state (preferably Kalahandi district) are preferred.
Age Limit:
- Minimum 18 years and maximum 50 years as of 31.03.2026. Date of birth as recorded in the HSC certificate issued by the BSE, Odisha, or equivalent certificate issued by any recognized Board/Council/Indian university. There is no upper age limit relaxation provided for engagement in this category.
Other Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a citizen of India and have a good character.
- Must be able to speak, read, and write odia.
- Must not have more than one spouse living, subject to personal law applications or permitted grounds.
Enclosures
- Filled resume as per Annexure-II with a passport-size photograph affixed.
- Self-attested copy of Aadhaar Card or any other identity proof like Driving License, Voter ID, BPL Card, etc.
- Original certificates and documents to be produced only during verification before engagement.
Selection Process
The engagement involves a Walk-in Interview, Written Test, Document Verification, and Counselling for choice of facility. The walk-in interview for the post of Sociologist shall be held in the Office of the Divisional Forest Officer, Kalahandi North Division on dated 23.10.2026, preceded by a Written Test at the same venue at 11:00 AM on the same day. Candidates qualifying the examination will be called for document verification and counseling.
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 01-10-2026 |
| Application Last Date | 15-10-2026 up to 5:00 PM |
| Walk-in Interview & Written Test Date | 23-10-2026 at 11:00 AM |
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Download Resume Format (Annexure-II) from Official Notification PDF |
| Official Notification PDF | View Advertisement Details |
| Official Website | Visit Odisha Forest Portal |