Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy, Dehradun

Uttarakhand
Fees: Sponsored for IFS Officers; ~1.85 Lakhs for M.Phil.
Average Package: 7.2 Lakhs (Stipend during training)
Highest Package: 18 Lakhs (Government pay scale starting for Grade A officers)

About Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy, Dehradun

Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy (IGNFA) is the premier training institution for the Indian Forest Service (IFS). Established in 1987 by renaming the Indian Forest College (est. 1938), it functions as a Staff College for senior forestry personnel under the Government of India. The academy is situated in the historic 1100-acre New Forest Campus, shared with the Forest Research Institute (FRI).

Admission Process

Admission to the IFS Probationary Training is strictly through the UPSC Civil Services/Indian Forest Service Examination. M.Phil. admissions are based on merit and entrance tests conducted by the academy/FRI Deemed University.

Cutoffs

As per UPSC Indian Forest Service (IFS) exam results

Rankings & Recognition

Ranked #1 Forestry Training Institute in India

Top Recruiters & Placements

Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC),State Forest Departments,Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE),Wildlife Institute of India (WII)

Scholarships

Officer trainees receive full salary/stipend during the training period.

Student Life & Campus

Life at IGNFA involves a mix of rigorous academic sessions, field tours across India, wildlife excursions, and mandatory sports/PT. Probationers live in hostels like 'Old Hostel' or 'New Hostel' and participate in various specialized clubs.

Facilities

Centrally Air-conditioned Seminar Halls,Officer's Lounge,State-of-the-art Conference Halls,GIS and Remote Sensing Lab,New Forest Campus (1100 Acres),Sports Arena (Tennis, Squash, Swimming),Library & Information Centre,Clubs (Nature Club, Shooting Club, Riding Club)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary objective of IGNFA?

To impart professional training to the officers of the Indian Forest Service (IFS) and in-service training for senior forest officers.

Does IGNFA offer direct admission to civilians?

Admission to the professional forestry course is only for candidates who have cleared the UPSC Indian Forest Service Examination. M.Phil. courses are available for eligible postgraduate scholars.

Courses & Fees

  • Professional Forestry Course - Sponsored by Govt. of India
  • Environmental Technology - 1,85,000
  • SFS to IFS Induction Training - N/A
  • Mid-Career Training (Phase I to V) - Govt. Funded

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Pros

  • Prestigious alma mater of IFS officers
  • Located in the scenic FRI campus
  • World-class forestry research infrastructure
  • High-level networking with global experts

Cons

  • Strict paramilitary-style discipline
  • Rigorous physical training schedule
  • Limited access for general public

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Notifications & Updates

  • Training Calendar for 2026-27 released (2026-02-15)
  • Advertisement for Contractual Personnel 2026 (2026-03-01)

Location

Post Office New Forest, Chakrata Road, Dehradun, Uttarakhand - 248006

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Contact Details

Phone: +91-135-2757316

Email: director@ignfa.gov.in

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