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UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 708 Posts

708 Posts
Vacancies
20-07-2026
Last Date
Online only (upsssc.gov.in)
Apply Mode
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Location
Applications Closed: The last date to apply for this recruitment has passed. This page is kept for reference — check the official website for any newer notification.

UPSSSC Van Rakshak Recruitment 2026: Apply Onl Expert Analysis

Yeh notification 23 April 2026 ko release ki gayi hai aur aapko 20 July 2026 tak apply karne ka mauka milega. Yeh ek bahut hi achha mauka hai apne Sarkari Naukri ke liye.

Who Should Apply UPSSSC Van Rakshak Recruitment 2026: Apply Onl

Yeh notification unke liye hai jo Forest Guard aur Wildlife Guard ke liye apply karna chahte hain. Aapko 12th pass hona chahiye aur age 18-40 years ke beech honi chahiye.

UPSSSC Van Rakshak Recruitment 2026: Apply Onl Preparation Tips

Aapko Forest Guard aur Wildlife Guard ke liye prepare karna hoga. Aapko Forest Guard aur Wildlife Guard ke liye exam mein pass hona hoga. Aapko Forest Guard aur Wildlife Guard ke liye physical test mein pass hona hoga.

UPSSSC Van Rakshak Recruitment 2026: Apply Onl Salary Insights

Aapko 19900-49750 ki salary milegi. Yeh ek bahut hi achha salary hai. Aapko career growth ke liye bhi bahut hi achha mauka milega.

UPSSSC Van Rakshak Recruitment 2026: Apply Onl Job Profile

Aap Forest Guard aur Wildlife Guard ke liye apply kar sakte hain. Aapko Forest Guard aur Wildlife Guard ke liye day-to-day work karna hoga. Aapko Forest Guard aur Wildlife Guard ke liye career growth ke liye bhi bahut hi achha mauka milega.

UPSSSC Van Rakshak Recruitment 2026: Apply Onl Selection Strategy

Aapko Forest Guard aur Wildlife Guard ke liye exam mein pass hona hoga. Aapko Forest Guard aur Wildlife Guard ke liye physical test mein pass hona hoga. Aapko Forest Guard aur Wildlife Guard ke liye interview mein pass hona hoga.

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 : Job Overview

Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has released the official Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Notification 2026 on 23 April 2026 at upsssc.gov.in. A total of 708 vacancies have been announced under the UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates aged between 18 to 40 years with a qualification of Intermediate (10+2) can apply online from 30 June 2026 to 20 July 2026. The official notification PDF and online application link are available below.
Post NameVan Rakshak (Forest Guard) & Vanya Jeev Rakshak (Wildlife Guard)
Total Vacancies708 Posts
Application ModeOnline only (upsssc.gov.in)
Job LocationLucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Job TypePermanent (Sthayi)
Notification Number12-Pariksha/2026
Official Websitehttps://upsssc.gov.in
Last Updated24 Apr 2026

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 : Important Dates & Timelines

Application Start Date30-06-2026
Last Date To Apply20-07-2026
EventDate
Notification Publication Date23-04-2026

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 : Application Fee Details

General/UR₹00
OBC₹00
SC₹00
General Fee₹00
OBC Fee₹00
SC Fee₹00
For UPSSSC Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026, the application fee (as a direct charge) is nil for all categories. However, an online process fee of ₹25 is payable by all candidates. The fee can be paid online through Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or via SBI e-Challan as per the instructions given on the website. | The application form will be automatically submitted only after successful payment and reconciliation of the fee. Candidates are advised not to make any payment to any unauthorised individual or agency claiming to collect fees on behalf of UPSSSC.

Age Limit

Details
For UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026, the candidate must have attained the age of 18 years and must not have crossed the age of 40 years as on the first day of July of the calendar year in which direct recruitment vacancies are advertised. Age will be determined on the basis of the date of birth recorded in the High School (10th) or equivalent certificate. Age relaxation is admissible to candidates of reserved categories as per the prevailing rules of the Government of Uttar Pradesh. The category-wise age limit is provided in the table below.

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 : Eligibility & Qualification

Education QualificationIntermediate (10+2) from Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad, UP or equivalent recognised board
Details
  1. Before applying for UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026, candidates must ensure that they fulfil all the prescribed eligibility conditions set by UPSSSC. The eligibility criteria include nationality, PET-2025 qualification, and educational qualification along with additional preferential qualifications. Candidates who did not appear in PET-2025 or have not been issued a Score Card by the Commission are not eligible to apply for this Main Examination. Applications found ineligible at any stage of the recruitment process will be rejected without any notice
  2. Nationality: The candidate must be a citizen of India. PET-2025 Qualification: The candidate must have appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test-2025 (PET-2025) and must have been issued a Score Card by UPSSSC
  3. Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard – Educational Qualification

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details Total : 708 Posts

Sr.Post NameTotal
1Forest Guard (General Selection)318
2Wildlife Guard (General Selection)10
3Forest Guard (Special Selection)329
4Wildlife Guard (Special Selection)51
Total708

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 : Category-wise Vacancy Details

Post NameTotal

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 : Salary Details & Pay Scale

Pay ScaleLevel-2, Pay Band: ₹19,900 (Minimum) to ₹63,200 (Maximum)

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 : Selection Process & Exam Pattern

1Stage Details
21. Shortlisting for Main Exam Based on PET-2025 Normalised Score; candidates up to 15 times the number of advertised posts (up to cut-off…
32. Written Examination 100 Questions, 100 Marks, Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours); Objective and Multiple Choice type questions; Negative…
43. Physical Standard Test (PST) Measurement of height and chest as per prescribed standards; qualifying in nature
54. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Male candidates: 25 km walk/run carrying 10 kg weight in 4 hours; Female candidates: 14 km walk/run in 4…
65. Medical Examination Conducted by a Medical Board constituted by the Chief Medical Officer at District Community Health Centres…
76. Document Verification Verification of all original certificates and documents
8Part Subject No. of Questions Total Marks Duration
9Part-1 Subject Related Knowledge (Forest & Environment) 50 50 120 Minutes (2 Hours)
10Part-2 Elementary Mathematics and Biology 15 15
11Part-3 Knowledge of Computer & Information Technology and Contemporary Technological Development & Innovation 15 15
12Part-4 General Information related to the State of Uttar Pradesh 20 20
13Total 100 100
14Gender Category Minimum Height Chest (Unexpanded / Expanded) Weight
15Male General / OBC / SC 168 cm 84 cm / 89 cm (min. 5 cm expansion) –
16Male ST 160 cm 82 cm / 87 cm (min. 5 cm expansion) –
17Female General / OBC / SC 152 cm – 45 to 58 kg
18Female ST 147 cm – 45 to 58 kg
19The selection process for UPSSSC Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 is based on a two-tier examination system. In the first…
20candidates will be shortlisted for the Main Written Examination on the basis of their PET-2025 Normalised Score.
21Thereafter
22candidates who qualify the written examination will be called for Physical Standard Test
23Physical Efficiency Test
24and Medical Examination — all of which are qualifying in nature. Clearing each stage is mandatory to proceed to the next. Horizontal…
25Written Examination Pattern

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 : How to Apply Online Step-by-Step

  • 1The application process for UPSSSC Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 is strictly online. Applications submitted through any other medium will not be accepted. Candidates must read the complete official notification carefully before filling out the application form. All steps of the application process can be completed in one sitting. The step-by-step process to apply online is given below.
  • 2Visit the official website upsssc.gov.in and click on the relevant advertisement under the Live Advertisement Segment on the Homepage.
  • 3Login using the OTP sent to the registered mobile number or email linked to your PET-2025 Registration Number.
  • 4After login, your personal details as entered in PET-2025 (name, father's/husband's name, mother's name, UP domicile status, category, EWS, horizontal reservation details, date of birth, gender, marital status, contact details) will be displayed automatically.
  • 5Fill in the mandatory educational qualification details as published in the advertisement, including board/university name, year of passing, certificate number/roll number, date of issue, and marks details.
  • 6Select post preference, additional/preferential qualification (if any), and provide permanent and correspondence address details.
  • 7The photograph and signature uploaded during PET-2025 will be displayed automatically; no changes can be made to these.
  • 8Read the Declaration carefully, select all checkboxes, enter the verification code, and click the "Save and Submit" button.
  • 9Pay the prescribed application fee through Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan as per instructions given on the website.
  • 10After successful fee payment and reconciliation, download and print your application form and keep it safe for future reference.

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 : Important Instructions

Candidates are advised to read all instructions issued by UPSSSC carefully before applying for Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026. Non-compliance with any of the instructions may result in outright rejection of the application or disqualification (DEBAR) from future examinations and selections conducted by UPSSSC. The key instructions are listed below.
All candidates belonging to reserved categories of Uttar Pradesh must mandatorily mention their category in the application form. Candidates claiming reservation/age relaxation under more than one reserved category will be given only one relaxation — whichever is more beneficial. Candidates who are not domiciles of Uttar Pradesh are not eligible for reservation benefits; such candidates will be treated as Unreserved (UR). EWS category candidates must possess a valid EWS certificate issued between 01-04-2026 and 20-07-2026 (based on income for FY 2025-26, valid for FY 2026-27). Divyang (Persons with Disability) candidates must update their disability category/sub-category in the application form as per the latest UP Government orders. Ex-Servicemen who will have been discharged from military service by 20-07-2026 are also eligible to avail reservation benefits under the applicable Act. Outstanding sportspersons of Uttar Pradesh must produce the certificate issued by the competent authority as per the prescribed format to avail reservation benefits. No individual correspondence will be made by the Commission with any candidate; all information is uploaded on the official website upsssc.gov.in only. Candidates who are in Central or State Government service must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer before participating in the selection process. Any act of misconduct, use of unfair means, or malpractice during the examination will result in cancellation of candidature and may lead to DEBAR from all future examinations and selections by UPSSSC. Male candidates who have more than one living wife are not eligible to apply; similarly, a female candidate who has married a person who already has a living wife is not eligible, unless exempted by the Governor. UPSSSC reserves the right to amend, modify, or cancel the recruitment process at any stage without prior notice.

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 : Important Links & Notification PDF

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1What is UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026?
A
UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 is a state‑level selection process conducted by Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) to fill 708 permanent posts of Van Rakshak (Forest Guard) and Vanya Jeev Rakshak (Wildlife Guard) in the Forest and Wildlife Department of Uttar Pradesh under Advertisement No. 12‑Pariksha/2026.
Q2How many vacancies are released under UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026?
A
A total of 708 vacancies have been announced for Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard posts combined. These include 647 posts for Forest Guard and 61 posts for Wildlife Guard, distributed across general and special selection categories.
Q3What are the important dates for UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard 2026?
A
The notification was released on 23 April 2026 and the online registration and fee payment window will remain open from 30 June 2026 to 20 July 2026. The last date for fee reconciliation and application correction is 27 July 2026, while the written exam date will be notified separately on the official website.
Q4What is the eligibility and educational qualification for UPSSSC Forest Guard 2026?
A
Applicants must have passed Intermediate (10+2) or an equivalent examination from a recognised Board such as Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad, Uttar Pradesh. In addition, candidates must be PET‑2025 qualified and possess a valid UPSSSC PET‑2025 score card, as this recruitment is being conducted for PET‑based shortlisted candidates.
Q5What is the age limit for UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026?
A
The minimum age for both Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard posts is 18 years and the maximum age is 40 years, calculated as on 01 July 2026. Upper age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories, UP State Government employees, Ex‑Servicemen and other eligible categories as per prevailing Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
Q6What is the pay scale for UPSSSC Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard posts?
A
Selected candidates will be appointed in Pay Level‑2 with a salary range of ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 plus applicable allowances as per the 7th CPC and UP Government norms. This makes the Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard posts a stable government job option with permanent status.
Q7What is the application fee for UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026?
A
There is no examination fee for any category; however, all candidates must pay an online processing fee of ₹25. The fee can be paid through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI or SBI e‑Challan, and the application is treated as successfully submitted only after fee payment and reconciliation.
Q8What is the selection process for UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard 2026?
A
The selection process includes shortlisting based on PET‑2025 normalised scores, followed by a Main Written Examination, Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification and Medical Examination. Candidates must qualify each stage separately since PST/PMT, PET and Medical are of qualifying nature and mandatory for final selection.
Q9What is the exam pattern for UPSSSC Forest Guard written examination 2026?
A
The written exam will be objective type with 100 multiple‑choice questions for 100 marks and a duration of 120 minutes. The paper generally includes sections on subject‑related knowledge (forest and environment), elementary mathematics and biology, computer and information technology, and general knowledge about Uttar Pradesh, with a negative marking of ¼ marks for each wrong answer.
Q10How can I apply online for UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026?
A
Eligible PET‑2025 qualified candidates can apply online through the official website upsssc.gov.in between 30 June and 20 July 2026 by logging in with their PET registration details. After login, they must fill educational details, select post preferences, confirm auto‑fetched personal data, pay the ₹25 online processing fee and finally submit and download the application form for future reference.

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