UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Big Opportunity, Apply Before Last date

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026. The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has issued Advertisement No. 12-Exam/2026 for the Main Examination of Van Rakshak (Forest Guard) and Vanya Jeev Rakshak (Wildlife Guard). A big 708 vacancies are open in the UP Forest Department under Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200).

If you are a PET 2025 qualified candidate looking for government jobs in Uttar Pradesh, this is your direct route.The online application window opens on 30 June 2026 and closes on 20 July 2026. The Main Exam fee is kept at a flat ₹25 for all categories (because PET 2025 fee was already paid). Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and hold a valid normalized score card are eligible — no fresh candidates can apply.

🗓️ Important Dates

• Start Date to Apply Online: 30/06/2026
• Last Date to Apply:20/06/2026
• Fee Payment Last Date:20/07/2026
• Form Correction Last Date:27/07/2026
• Main Exam Date: “To be announced later”

🎓 Eligibility Criteria(UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026)

Educational Qualification:

• Essential: Intermediate (12th Pass) from UP Board of Secondary Education OR equivalent from any recognised board / university.
• Mandatory Additional Requirement: Candidate must have appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and must hold a valid normalized score card.
• Preferential Qualification (tie-breaker): NCC ‘B’ Certificate / 2 years’ Territorial Army service / Certificate in Computer Application / state-level sportsperson.

If you are a 12th Pass Candidate with PET 2025 score, you are inside the eligibility zone.

Age Limit (as on [01 July 2025]):

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years
• Age relaxation:SC / ST / OBC (UP domicile only) — 5 years; Ex-Servicemen — up to 5 years; PwBD, freedom fighters dependants, sports persons as per UP government norms.

Physical Standards & PET

• Male (General / OBC / SC): Height ≥ 168 cm, Chest 84 cm + 5 cm expansion
• Male (ST): Height ≥ 160 cm, Chest 82 cm + 5 cm expansion
• Female (General / OBC / SC): Height ≥ 152 cm, Weight 45 – 58 kg
• Female (ST): Height ≥ 147 cm
• Physical Efficiency Test: 25 km walk in 4 hours with 10 kg load (male) / 14 km walk in 4 hours (female) — qualifying

💼 Vacancy Details:(UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026)

💰 Salary Detail(UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026)

Both Van Rakshak and Vanya Jeev Rakshak posts carry Pay Level-2 (7th CPC Pay Matrix, ₹19,900 – ₹63,200) along with the usual state-government allowances.
Basic Pay: ₹19,900 per month (starting)
Pay Matrix: Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)
Allowances: Dearness Allowance, HRA, TA and uniform allowance as per UP state government rules
Perks: Pension, medical benefits and career progression to Forester / Range Forest Officer over time

📄 Application Fee(UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026)

📄 Selection Process:(UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026)

The selection process is multi-stage filter – Main Written Exam is only scoring stage, every-thing else is qualifying

1. Main Written Examination — 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours, OMR-based, 1/4 negative marking.
2. Physical Standard Test (PST) — qualifying only.
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — qualifying endurance walk (25 km / 14 km).
4. Medical Examination — qualifying fitness test.
5. Document Verification & Final Selection — based on Main Exam score.

Exam pattern (Main Written):

• Part 1 — Subject Knowledge (Forest / Environment / Wildlife / Geography): 50 questions, 50 marks
• Part 2 — Elementary Mathematics & Biology: 15 questions, 15 marks
• Part 3 — Computer & IT Awareness: 15 questions, 15 marks
• Part 4 — General Information about Uttar Pradesh: 20 questions, 20 marks

🖊️ How to Fill the IOCL NR Apprentice Form 2025

• 📅 Apply between 30 June 2026 to 20 July 2026 only. Click on the Apply Online link provided below in the Important Links section.
• Read the full notification to understand eligibility, age limits, and post details on the website of UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 .
• Collect all required documents such as eligibility certificates, ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.), address details, educational certificates, and caste/reservation certificate (if applicable).
• Scan and keep ready a recent passport-size photograph (with white background, both ears visible, standing straight), signature, and any other required documents.
• Fill the application form with your personal information, educational details, and address.
• Review your details before submitting the form, double-check all entries, and preview the application to ensure there are no errors.
• Pay the application fee (if applicable) via [Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking].
• Submit the form and then download and print your final application and fee receipt for future reference.

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