Course Background

The conservation of biological diversity through the establishment and management of Protected Areas (PAs) is globally recognized. It is also important that such PAs are managed as component of the landscape complex in which it is located. Management of protected area network therefore requires personnel with appropriate knowledge and skills in managing the wilderness areas along with all associated external factors operating on it.

With a view to develop a pool of professionals with requisite ability to manage protected area system, a PostGraduate Diploma Course in Wildlife Management was started in the year 1977. 45 such courses have been completed so far. The 46 course of 10 months duration will commence on st 01 September 2025. The total intake in the program is 20.

Eligibility

The course is meant for in-service Indian Forest Service and State Forest Service Officers of the rank of Deputy Conservator of Forests (DCF)/Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF), Veterinary Officers and equivalent. Candidates should possess a background of Forestry training with a minimum of Bachelor's degree in any branches of science.