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UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 708 Vacancies

Posted: Jun 11, 2026 11:08 AM IST
Updated: Aug 16, 2026 01:46 PM IST
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The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the recruitment notification Advt No. 12-Exam/ 2026 for the positions of Forest Guard (वन रक्षक) and Wildlife Guard (वन्य जीव रक्षक). A total of 708 vacancies have been announced under the UP Forest Department. Aspirants looking for Govt Jobs in Uttar Pradesh can find comprehensive details regarding important dates, eligibility criteria, vacancy breakdowns, application fees, exam patterns, and the online registration process below.

To understand the syllabus thoroughly, candidates can View the UPSSSC Forest Guard Syllabus 2026 and prepare effectively. Additionally, applicants are strongly advised to Download UPSSSC Forest Guard Previous Year Question Papers to gauge the exam standard. For complete breakdown details on earnings, you can Check the UPSSSC Forest Guard Salary Structure.

You can also review the complete Official UPSSSC Forest Guard Notification 2026 PDF for direct official confirmations.

UPSSSC Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026- Overview

OrganizationUttar Pradesh Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (UPSSSC)
Post NameForest Guard/ Wildlife Guard (वन रक्षक & वन्य जीव रक्षक)
Vacancies708
Advt No.12-Exam/ 2026
CategoryGovt Jobs
Mode of ApplicationOnline
Last Registration Date20th July 2026
Selection ProcessWritten Exam
Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Document Verification
Medical Examination
MandatoryUPSSSC PET-2025
Job LocationUttar Pradesh
SalaryRs. 5200- 20200/- (Grade Pay 1900/-), Level-2
Official Websitewww.upsssc.gov.in

UP Forest Guard Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

EventDates
Notification Release Date23rd April 2026
Apply Online Starts30th June 2026
Last Date to Apply Online20th July 2026
Last Date to Submit the Application Fee20th July 2026
Last Date for Correction to the Application Form27th July 2026

UPSSSC Forest Guard Vacancy 2026

Post Name UR SC ST OBC EWS Total
Forest Guards (वन रक्षक) 128 199 10 279 31 647
Wildlife Guards (वन्य जीव रक्षक) 04 19 01 36 01 61
Total 132 218 11 215 32 708

Eligibility Criteria & Application Fee

Candidates must satisfy the required educational qualifications, age bounds, and fee parameters as defined by the commission:

  • Educational Qualification: Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board or university.
  • Mandatory Eligibility: Valid UPSSSC PET-2025 qualification scorecard.
  • Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026): Minimum 18 years to Maximum 40 years.
Category Application Fee Processing Fee Total Fee
Unreserved/ GeneralNilRs. 25/-Rs. 25/-
OBCNilRs. 25/-Rs. 25/-
SCNilRs. 25/-Rs. 25/-
STNilRs. 25/-Rs. 25/-

Selection Process & Physical Parameters

The multi-stage selection structure involves the following rounds:

  • Written Exam
  • Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
  • Document Verification
  • Medical Examination

UPSSSC Forest Guard Physical Measurement Test (PMT) Parameters

Parameter Male Female
Height152 cms (147 cms for SC)168 cms (160 cms for SC)
ChestNA84 cms (82 cms for SC) with 5 cms expansion
Weight45 kgs to 58 kgsNA
Walking14 Km in 4 hours25 Km in 4 hours

UPSSSC Forest Guard Exam Pattern

The written assessment includes 200 questions carrying 200 total marks. The test duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes, designed at an intermediate level. There is a negative marking of 1/4th mark for every incorrect response, while 01 mark is awarded for each correct answer.

Subject Total Questions Total Marks Duration
Hindi Language and Essay Writing808002 hours 30 minutes
General Knowledge606002 hours 30 minutes
General Mental Ability606002 hours 30 minutes
Total20020002 hours 30 minutes

Salary Structure

Post Name Pay Band Grade Pay Pay Level Pay Scale
Forest Guards (वन रक्षक)
Wildlife Guards (वन्य जीव रक्षक)
Rs. 5200- 20200/- Grade Pay 1900/- Pay Level-2 Rs. 19900/- to Rs. 63200/-

How to Apply for UP Forest Guard Recruitment 2026

  1. Visit the official website of the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) at www.upsssc.gov.in.
  2. Navigate to the 'Latest Advertisement' section to find the recruitment notice and read the full notification carefully.
  3. Choose one of the two available application methods: login using your personal credentials (PET registration number, name, domicile status, DOB, gender, and category) or via an OTP sent to your registered mobile number or email address.
  4. Upon successful login, your personal details, as previously submitted for the Preliminary Qualifying Examination, will appear on the screen.
  5. Complete the application by filling in your current educational qualification details.
  6. Verify your entries by inputting the verification code provided and click the 'Submit' button to move to the next stage.
  7. The system will automatically retrieve your photograph and signature from your Preliminary Qualifying Examination record.
  8. Proceed to pay the required online processing fee to finalize your application.
  9. Your registration for the UPSSSC Forest Guard post will be successfully completed upon the successful transaction of the fee.

After submitting your application successfully, candidates should download and print their confirmation page for future reference. Keep track of subsequent announcement phases such as admit card releases, exam city notices, and physical schedule schedules through the portal.

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