Verified from official source on 06 Jun 2026
UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard 2026 — Van Rakshak & Vanya Jeev Rakshak (708 Posts) — Applications Open 30 June
- Total Posts
- 708
- Minimum Qualification
- 12th Pass
Overview
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the notification (Advt. No. 12-Exam/2026) for 708 Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) and Wildlife Guard (Vanya Jeev Rakshak) posts under the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Uttar Pradesh. Applications open on 30 June 2026 and close on 20 July 2026 — the apply window is not yet active. This is the Main Examination, open only to PET-2025–qualified candidates. Selection involves a Written Exam, Physical Efficiency Test (PET/PST), Medical Examination, and Document Verification. Candidates must meet prescribed physical standards for forest service.
Qualification
Intermediate (12th Pass) from a recognized board + valid UPSSSC PET-2025 score card
Age Limit
18–40 years as on 01 July 2026; relaxation per UP rules (OBC 43, SC/ST 45)
Eligibility
- Intermediate (12th Pass) from a recognized board.
- Must hold a valid UPSSSC PET-2025 score card (mandatory).
- Age 18–40 years as on 01 July 2026 (relaxation per UP rules).
- Must meet physical standards (height, chest, endurance) at the PET/PST stage.
Important Dates
Application Start
30 Jun 2026
Last Date to Apply
20 Jul 2026
Application Fee
₹25 (all categories) — online processing fee; main exam fee later for shortlisted
Salary
Pay Level-2, ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
How to Apply
1.From 30 June 2026, go to upsssc.gov.in and log in with your PET-2025 registration number.
- Open Advt. No. 12-Exam/2026 (Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard).
- Fill the form, upload photo and signature, and pay the ₹25 processing fee.
- Submit before 20 July 2026. Download confirmation.
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