📅 Interview Date: 18th July 2025
📍 Location: Bonai Forest Division Office, Sundargarh District, Odisha
🕒 Reporting Time: 09:30 AM
🗓️ Last Date to Apply/Attend: 18th July 2025 (Walk-in basis)
🔔 Job Notification Overview
The Bonai Forest Division, Sundargarh, Odisha invites eligible and interested candidates for a Walk-in-Interview for the recruitment of 1 post of Solar Mechanic on a temporary basis. This opportunity is ideal for technically skilled candidates holding a diploma or degree in a relevant field and who are passionate about working in the renewable energy sector under government projects.
This recruitment aims to support the department’s focus on sustainable energy and green technology adoption across forest areas, including maintenance and repair of solar installations deployed in remote forest beats and range offices.
🧾 Post Details
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Post Name: Solar Mechanic
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Number of Vacancies: 01 (One Post)
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Recruitment Type: Contractual / Temporary
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Posting Location: Bonai Forest Division and associated range offices, Sundargarh, Odisha
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Remuneration: As per Odisha Forest Department norms (negotiable based on qualifications and experience)
🎓 Educational Qualification
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Candidates must possess a Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Renewable Energy, or equivalent technical discipline from a recognized institute or university.
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Technical knowledge in Solar Photovoltaic Systems, solar charge controllers, batteries, and installation/maintenance of off-grid systems is essential.
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Candidates having practical experience in solar equipment maintenance and troubleshooting will be given preference.
🧑💼 Desired Skills and Experience
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Working knowledge of solar panels, batteries, inverters, and their maintenance.
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Ability to perform routine field-level inspections of solar units in remote forest outposts.
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Experience in handling DC/AC electrical systems, load balancing, and system diagnostics.
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Basic understanding of safety procedures while working with electrical/solar systems.
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Familiarity with Odisha’s forest geography and willingness to work in remote areas.
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Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently under field conditions.
🎂 Age Limit
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The maximum age limit is 38 years as of the date of the interview (18th July 2025).
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Age relaxation will be provided to candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen/PH categories as per Odisha government norms.
🧾 Documents Required (At Walk-in Venue)
Eligible candidates must carry the following original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies:
- Recent passport size photographs (2 copies)
- Updated Resume/Biodata
- Educational Certificates (10th, 12th, Diploma/Degree Mark Sheets & Certificates)
- Technical Certification (if any related to Solar or Electrical Systems)
- Experience Certificates (if applicable)
- Age Proof (Birth Certificate / 10th Certificate)
- Aadhaar Card or Government-issued Photo ID
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Residential Certificate / Domicile (preferable from Odisha)
🏢 Venue of Interview
Office of the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO)
Bonai Forest Division,
At/Po: Bonai,
Dist: Sundargarh, Odisha – 770038
For any clarifications, candidates may contact the Bonai Forest Division Office during working hours.
📌 Selection Process
The selection will be based purely on performance in the Walk-in Interview and verification of original documents. A practical assessment or skill test may be conducted at the discretion of the selection committee, depending on the number of applicants.
Final selection will be done by the Recruitment Panel constituted by the Divisional Forest Officer, Bonai Forest Division.
⚠️ General Instructions
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The engagement is purely contractual and does not guarantee permanent government employment.
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The selected candidate may be posted at any range under Bonai Forest Division as per departmental requirements.
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No TA/DA will be provided to candidates for attending the interview.
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Candidates must report by 09:30 AM on the day of the interview. Latecomers may not be entertained.
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The Forest Division reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process at any stage without assigning any reason.
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Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
🌿 About Bonai Forest Division
Bonai Forest Division is one of the prominent divisions under the Odisha Forest Department, playing a vital role in the conservation of forest and wildlife resources in Sundargarh district. The region is rich in biodiversity and home to dense forest cover, tribal communities, and eco-sensitive zones. The division has been actively implementing renewable energy initiatives to improve infrastructure in remote forest areas, and the recruitment of a Solar Mechanic aligns with this green mission.
✅ Why Apply?
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Work with the Government of Odisha, Forest Department.
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Be part of a sustainability-driven project focusing on renewable energy.
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Opportunity to work in ecologically rich and challenging environments.
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Gain hands-on experience with solar systems in field conditions.
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Contribute to green energy implementation in tribal and forest regions.
📢 Official Notification & Contact
For more details, updates, or changes to the recruitment schedule, candidates are advised to:
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Visit the official notice board at the Bonai Forest Division Office.
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Stay in touch with local newspapers and Odisha Forest Department announcements.
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Or visit the Odisha Forest Department’s official website for general guidance:
🌐 http://odishaforest.in
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🗓️ Important Dates at a Glance
| Event | Date |
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| Notification Released | 10th July 2025 |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 18th July 2025 |
| Reporting Time | 09:30 AM Sharp |
| Venue | Bonai Forest Division Office, Sundargarh |
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