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.
UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification under Advertisement No. 12-Pariksha/2026 for selection to 708 vacant posts of Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard under the control of the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Head of Department, Uttar Pradesh. Candidates are advised to download the official notification PDF and carefully check the category-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, application fee, and application process before applying online.
UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organisation Name | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow |
| Advertisement No. | 12-Pariksha/2026 |
| Post Name | Van Rakshak (Forest Guard) & Vanya Jeev Rakshak (Wildlife Guard) |
| Total Vacancies | 708 Posts |
| Pay Scale | Level-2, Pay Band: ₹19,900 (Minimum) to ₹63,200 (Maximum) |
| Educational Qualification | Intermediate (10+2) from Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad, UP or equivalent recognised board |
| Application Mode | Online only (upsssc.gov.in) |
| Application Start Date | 30-06-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20-07-2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Correction | 27-07-2026 |
| Job Type | Permanent (Sthayi) |
| Official Website | https://upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Publication Date | 23-04-2026 |
| Online Application & Fee Payment Start Date | 30-06-2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application & Fee | 20-07-2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Application Correction | 27-07-2026 |
UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Vacancy 2026
A total of 708 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment across four post categories — Van Rakshak (General Selection), Wildlife Guard (General Selection), Van Rakshak (Special Selection), and Vanya Jeev Rakshak (Special Selection).
Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Vacancy Details (708 Posts)
| Post Name | Total | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Guard (General Selection) | 318 | Permanent |
| Wildlife Guard (General Selection) | 10 | Permanent |
| Forest Guard (Special Selection) | 329 | Permanent |
| Wildlife Guard (Special Selection) | 51 | Permanent |
| Total | 708 |
UPSSSC Forest Guard Eligibility Criteria 2026
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.
- 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.
Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard – Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard (General & Special Selection) | Essential Qualification: Intermediate (10+2) examination passed from Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad, Uttar Pradesh or any equivalent examination recognised by the Government. Preferential Qualification (any one of the following): (One) Served in the Territorial Army for a minimum period of two years, OR (Two) Obtained "B" Certificate of National Cadet Corps (NCC), OR (Three) Obtained a certificate in Computer Application from a Central or State Government recognised institution, OR (Four) Represented the State in any sport/game. |
UPSSSC Forest Guard Age Limit 2026
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.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS (UR) | 18 to 40 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Up to 43 years (3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | Up to 45 years (5 years relaxation) |
| UP State Government Employees | Up to 45 years (5 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per UP Government rules (military service period + 3 years) |
| Mukhyamantri Abhyetavrutti Beneficiaries | As per UP Govt. Order dated 30-01-2026 (Notification No. 01/2026/06/47-Ka-2-2026) |
UPSSSC Forest Guard Application Fee 2026
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.
| Category | Application Fee | Online Process Fee | Total Payable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved / General (UR) | ₹00 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| OBC (Other Backward Class) | ₹00 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | ₹00 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | ₹00 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
UPSSSC Forest Guard Selection Process 2026
The selection process for UPSSSC Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 is based on a two-tier examination system. In the first stage, candidates will be shortlisted for the Main Written Examination on the basis of their PET-2025 Normalised Score.
Thereafter, candidates who qualify the written examination will be called for Physical Standard Test, Physical Efficiency Test, and Medical Examination — all of which are qualifying in nature. Clearing each stage is mandatory to proceed to the next. Horizontal reservation categories will be adjusted within their respective vertical categories. The detailed selection process is given below.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Shortlisting for Main Exam | Based on PET-2025 Normalised Score; candidates up to 15 times the number of advertised posts (up to cut-off marks rounded to 2 decimal places) will be shortlisted for the Written Examination |
| 2. Written Examination | 100 Questions, 100 Marks, Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours); Objective and Multiple Choice type questions; Negative marking of ¼ (25%) of prescribed marks for each wrong answer |
| 3. Physical Standard Test (PST) | Measurement of height and chest as per prescribed standards; qualifying in nature |
| 4. 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 hours; qualifying in nature |
| 5. Medical Examination | Conducted by a Medical Board constituted by the Chief Medical Officer at District Community Health Centres; qualifying in nature |
| 6. Document Verification | Verification of all original certificates and documents |
Written Examination Pattern
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | Subject Related Knowledge (Forest & Environment) | 50 | 50 | 120 Minutes (2 Hours) |
| Part-2 | Elementary Mathematics and Biology | 15 | 15 | |
| Part-3 | Knowledge of Computer & Information Technology and Contemporary Technological Development & Innovation | 15 | 15 | |
| Part-4 | General Information related to the State of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Physical Standard Test (PST) – Minimum Requirements
| Gender | Category | Minimum Height | Chest (Unexpanded / Expanded) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | General / OBC / SC | 168 cm | 84 cm / 89 cm (min. 5 cm expansion) | – |
| Male | ST | 160 cm | 82 cm / 87 cm (min. 5 cm expansion) | – |
| Female | General / OBC / SC | 152 cm | – | 45 to 58 kg |
| Female | ST | 147 cm | – | 45 to 58 kg |
How to Apply for UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026
The 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.
- Visit the official website upsssc.gov.in and click on the relevant advertisement under the Live Advertisement Segment on the Homepage.
- Login using the OTP sent to the registered mobile number or email linked to your PET-2025 Registration Number.
- After 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.
- Fill 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.
- Select post preference, additional/preferential qualification (if any), and provide permanent and correspondence address details.
- The photograph and signature uploaded during PET-2025 will be displayed automatically; no changes can be made to these.
- Read the Declaration carefully, select all checkboxes, enter the verification code, and click the "Save and Submit" button.
- Pay the prescribed application fee through Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan as per instructions given on the website.
- After successful fee payment and reconciliation, download and print your application form and keep it safe for future reference.
UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Application Form 2026
Eligible candidates who wish to apply for UPSSSC Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 can do so by submitting their application form online through the official website upsssc.gov.in. The application process is online only, and candidates must ensure that all steps are completed before the closing date of 20-07-2026. Candidates must ensure that no information entered in the application form is incorrect or incomplete, as applications containing false or unverifiable information may be rejected at any stage. Only one application per candidate will be accepted; in case of multiple applications, only the last submitted application will be considered. Candidates must download and print their application form after successful fee payment.
Apply Online at: upsssc.gov.in
Important Instructions for Candidates
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.
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