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भारतीय वानिकी अनुसंधान एवं शिक्षा परिषद

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education

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Recruitment

Corrigendum: A walk-in-Interview for selection of candidate for engagement in the different temporary posts under the mentioned project will be held at ICFRE-Institute of Forest Productivity (ICFRE-IFP), Ranchi on 27th October 2026 (Tuesday). Interested and eligible candidates are requested to report for walk-in-interview at IFP, Ranchi on 27th October 2026 (Tuesday) at 9.30 AM

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Happenings at ICFRE

Three day training for Master Trainers on Land Degradation Neutrality (22-24.10.2026)

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Shri Jawaid Ashraf, Sceintist-D ,ICFRE is Designated as Nodal officer of ICFRE and its Institutes in respect of RTI matters

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Forthcoming Event

Training Programme on Integrated Strategies for Climate-resilient Mountain Ecosystem and Rural Landscapes from 11-13 January 2027 to be organised by CoE- ICFRE

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About Green Credit Programme

I feel this is the time to talk about green credit. India is working in this direction by developing Green Credit Framework through which we can initiate climate positive actions. and We should think towards how to develop business by using Green Credit Program

-Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, G20 Summit 2023

In this endeavour, Green Credit Rules 2023 were notified by the Government of India on 12th October 2023 under the Environment Protection Act, 1986, as a mechanism to encourage voluntary plantation activity across the country, resulting in the award of Green Credits and to build an inventory of degraded land which can be utilised for eco-restoration under green credit programme.

Objectives

Dynamic land bank for plantations

GCP aims to set up a dynamic land bank for plantations, which will be accessible through a dedicated web portal. This facility allows State Forest departments to register degraded forest lands, creating an inventory that serves as a valuable resource for voluntary plantation initiatives.

Promoting afforestation efforts

Encouraging government institutions, public sector undertakings, non-governmental organizations, private companies, philanthropies, individuals, and groups registered under the Societies Registration Act to choose plantation blocks from the registered options for promoting afforestation efforts.

Technology-driven tools

The GCP operates through technology-driven tools, including a web platform and a registry. These digital resources enable efficient registration, verification, and monitoring of plantation activities.

Green Credits

In recognition of the tangible and intangible benefits of tree plantations, "Green Credits" will be awarded as a key incentive for entities participating in afforestation efforts. The issuance of these credits will adhere to methodologies and guidelines set by the Administrator.

Aims

To enhance India's forest and tree cover

To create an inventory of degraded land managed by Forest Departments that is suitable for plantation.

To promote participation in pro-environment initiatives by offering Green Credits as rewards.

Green Credit Cell (GCC) at ICFRE (HQ):

As an administrator of GCP, Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education has established a robust "Green Credit Cell" with a dedicated team of officers and scientists to effectively implement the program, guided by the Director General of ICFRE and the Director of International Cooperation.

Responsibilities

  • To develop guidelines, methodologies, standards, registration process and procedures for implementing the program.
  • To establish Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) mechanisms.
  • To formulate guidelines for the setup and operation of the Green Credit Portal.
  • To develop guidelines for the issuance of green credits.
  • To coordinate with state forest departments and relevant entities.
  • To oversee the overall administration of the Green Credit Programme.

Salient achievements

  • Established a strong "Green Credit Cell."
  • Developed a dedicated portal for the implementing the Green Credit Programme.
  • Formulation of various Methodology and guidelines for GCP
  • Registration of individuals and entities in the GCP portal.
  • Designation of State Nodal Officers/Implementing Officers from various states.
  • Established Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) mechanisms.
  • Imparting trainings to implementing agency i.e. state forest departments

People

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Sh. Mahaling, IFS

Head of Division

Green Credit Cell

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education

jhk162[at]ifs[dot]nic[dot]in

+91-135- 2224850 (O)

+91-135-2750297

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Ajay Kumar

Scientist E

Green Credit Cell

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education

ajayk[at]icfre[dot]org

+91-135- 2224677/2711713 (O)

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Dr. Vinod Kumar

Chief Technical Officer

Green Credit Cell

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education

vinodk[at]icfre[dot]org

+91-135- 2224678 (O)

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Mr. Sumantra Basu

Scientist C

Green Credit Cell

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education

sbasu[at]icfre[dot]gov[dot]in ; basus[at]icfre[dot]org

+91-135- 2224679 (O)

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Sh. Muthu Prasad. T

Scientist C

Green Credit Cell

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education

muthuprasad@icfre.org

+91- 135- 2224897 (O)

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Mr. Ashwath Hegde

Scientist B

Green Credit Cell

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education

ashwathh[at]icfre[dot]org

+91-135- 2224675 (O)

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Dr. Siddhartha Arya

Scientist B

Green Credit Cell

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education

sarya[at]icfre[dot]org

+91-135- 2224675 (O)

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Mr. Shahid A. M

Scientist B

Green Credit Cell

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education

shahidm[at]icfre[dot]org

+91-135- 2224679 (O)

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Mr. Ravi Dutt

Upper Division Clerk

Green Credit Cell

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education

+91-135- 2224676 (O)

ravi.dutt2504[at]gov[dot]in ; duttr[at]icfre[dot]org

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Mr. Nagendra Pratap Singh

Consultant

Green Credit Cell

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education

gcpportal[at]icfre[dot]org

+91-135- 2224678 (O)

Contact

Sh. Mahaling, IFS

Head of Division

Green Credit Cell

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education

P.O. New Forest, Dehradun – 248006

+91-135- 2224850 (O)

+91-135-2750297

jhk162[at]ifs[dot]nic[dot]in

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