The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the notification for Forest Guard Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive is conducted to fill vacancies for Van Rakshak (Forest Guard) posts in the Forest Department of Uttar Pradesh.
Candidates who have passed PET and meet the eligibility criteria can apply online. This is a good opportunity for candidates looking for a stable government job in Uttar Pradesh.
UPSSSC Forest Guard 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Apply Start Date | 20 September 2023 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 10 October 2023 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 10 October 2023 |
| Correction Date | 17 October 2023 |
| Exam Date | 09 November 2025 |
| Exam City Details | 30 October 2025 |
| Admit Card (Exam) | 06 November 2025 |
| Answer Key | 10 November 2025 |
| Result Date | 08 January 2026 |
| PET / PMT Date | 10 February 2026 |
| Admit Card (PET / PMT) | 04 February 2026 (Available Now) |
UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | UPSSSC |
| Post Name | Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) |
| Recruitment Year | 2026 |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Exam Mode | Offline / Online |
| Selection Process | PET → Written Exam → Physical Test → DV |
| Official Authority | Uttar Pradesh Govt |
Eligibility Criteria for UPSSSC Forest Guard 2026
Educational Qualification
- Candidate must have passed Class 10th (High School) from a recognized board
- UPSSSC PET qualification is mandatory
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age relaxation applicable as per UP Government rules
UPSSSC Forest Guard Selection Process 2026
The selection will be done in the following stages:
- PET Score Based Shortlisting
- Written Examination
- Physical Efficiency / Measurement Test
- Document Verification (DV)
Physical Standards for Forest Guard
| Category | Height | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| Male | As per Rules | As per Rules |
| Female | As per Rules | NA |
(Detailed physical standards will be mentioned in the official notification.)
How to Apply Online for UPSSSC Forest Guard 2026
Follow the steps given below:
- Visit the UPSSSC official website
- Click on Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
- Login using PET Registration Number
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form and take a printout
Important Instructions for Candidates
- PET qualification is mandatory
- Check eligibility before applying
- Use correct personal and educational details
- Admit card is compulsory for the exam
- Follow all instructions mentioned in the notification
Important Links
| Download PET / PMT Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check PET / PMT Date Notice | Click Here |
| Download Result | Click Here |
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card Notice | Click Here |
| Check Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Check Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Check Eligibility Result | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Check Syllabus / Exam Pattern | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| UPSSSC Official Website | Click Here |