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Update History
- 19 May 2026 — UPSSSC Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) initial recruitment notification published.
Quick Eligibility Check
✔ Passed 10+2 Intermediate Exam from any recognized board?
✔ Valid UPSSSC PET Scorecard Holder?
✔ Age between 18 to 40 Years?
→ Then you may be eligible to apply for UPSSSC Forest Guard 708 Posts.
✔ Passed 10+2 Intermediate Exam from any recognized board?
✔ Valid UPSSSC PET Scorecard Holder?
✔ Age between 18 to 40 Years?
→ Then you may be eligible to apply for UPSSSC Forest Guard 708 Posts.
UPSSSC PET Mandatory Warning: Only candidates who have a valid Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) score are eligible to participate in this recruitment. Without a PET scorecard, your application will not be accepted.
Important Dates
- Application Begin: 30 June 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 20 July 2026
- Last Date Exam Fee: 20 July 2026
- Correction Last Date: 27 July 2026
- Exam Date: As Per Schedule
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹25/-
- SC / ST: ₹25/-
- PH (Divyang): ₹25/-
- Note: Pay the examination fee through State Bank of India SBI I Collect Fee Mode or E Challan.
- Mains Exam Fee will be collected separately for shortlisted candidates.
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
आयोग द्वारा निर्धारित आयु सीमा की गणना 01 जुलाई 2026 के आधार पर की जाएगी:
| Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Age Relaxation Extra as per UPSSSC UP Forest Guard Recruitment Advt No 12-Exam/2026 Rules.
Vacancy Details (Total: 708 Posts) & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Post | UPSSSC Forest Guard Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) | 708 |
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Category Wise Vacancy Details 2026
| Gen (UR) | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total Post |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 132 | 315 | 32 | 218 | 11 | 708 |
Physical Eligibility Details (PMT / PET)
| Type / Candidate | Height | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| Male UR, OBC, SC | 168 CMS | 84 CMS |
| Male ST | 160 CMS | 82 CMS |
| Female UR, OBC, SC | 152 CMS | NA |
| Female ST | 147 CMS | NA |
Selection Process
- Stage 1: Shortlisting based on UPSSSC PET Scorecard.
- Stage 2: Main Written Examination.
- Stage 3: Physical Measurement Test (PMT) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
- Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination.
Documents Required for Application
- Valid UPSSSC PET Scorecard Details
- 10th & 12th Marksheets / Certificates
- Passport Size Photo & Signature Scan
- ID Proof (Aadhar/PAN/Voter ID)
- Category/Caste Certificate (If claiming reservation)
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Editorial Verification Summary
SG Editorial Team has cross-verified major recruitment details including total vacancies (708), PET eligibility requirement, application fee (₹25), age limit, and physical measurement rules from the available UPSSSC Forest Guard notification sources.
- Only PET qualified candidates are eligible for the preliminary shortlisting stage.
- Mains examination fee will be applicable only for candidates who get shortlisted after the initial screening.
- Candidates are advised to prepare for both the written exam and physical endurance tests simultaneously.
Micro FAQ (People Also Ask)
UPSSSC फारेस्ट गार्ड भर्ती 2026 से जुड़े कुछ महत्वपूर्ण सवाल:
Q1. क्या बिना UPSSSC PET के फॉर्म भर सकते हैं?
Ans: नहीं, UPSSSC की इस भर्ती में आवेदन के लिए उम्मीदवार का UPSSSC PET परीक्षा में पास होना (Valid Scorecard होना) अनिवार्य है।
Q2. UP Forest Guard के लिए आवेदन शुल्क कितना है?
Ans: प्रारंभिक आवेदन के लिए सभी श्रेणियों (General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST) का शुल्क केवल ₹25/- निर्धारित किया गया है। मुख्य परीक्षा के लिए शार्टलिस्ट होने पर अलग से शुल्क देना पड़ सकता है।
Q3. फारेस्ट गार्ड के लिए आयु सीमा क्या है?
Ans: इस भर्ती के लिए न्यूनतम आयु 18 वर्ष और अधिकतम आयु 40 वर्ष तय की गई है। आयु की गणना 01 जुलाई 2026 के आधार पर होगी।