The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has released the UPSSSC forest Guard/wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification under the advertisement number 12-Exams / 2026 for the recruitment of 708 forest Guard and wildlife Guard post in Uttar Prades. The online application process will start on 30 June 2026 and remain open till 20 July 2026. All the candidates can make corrections to their submitted applications till 27 July 2026. This Recruitment is being conducted for candidates who have already qualified the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility test 2025.
UPSSSC Forest Guard/Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026
| Recruitment organisation | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post name | forest Guard and wildlife guard |
| Total vacancies | 708 |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application timeline | 30 June 2026 to 20 July 2026 |
| Correction last date | 27 July 2026 |
| Job location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Selection process | PET-Based Shortlisting, written exam, physical test, documents verification and medical exam |
| Official website | click here |
UPSSSC Important Dates
Candidates must apply within the following schedule in order to avoid missing any important deadline:
| Event | Deadline |
| Notification release | 23 april 2026 |
| Online application start | 30 June 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 20 July 2026 |
| Last date for free payment | 20 July 2026 |
| Written examination | to be announced |
| Admit card release | to be announced |
Application Fee
Candidates must pay the application fee online while submitting the application form.
| Category | Application Fee |
| UR/OBC/EWS | 25 |
| SC/ST | 25 |
| PwBD | 25 |
UPSSSC Forest Guard Eligibility criteria
Candidates must fullfill all the eligibility requirements mentioned by UPSSSC before submitting online application:
| Educational qualifications | must have passed intermediate or an equivalent examination from a recognise board Qualified UPSSSC PET 2025 and possess a valid PET score card |
| Age limit (as on 1 July 2026 ) | 18-40 years |
| Age relaxations | OBC – 3 years SC/ST- 5 years EX-serviceman- as per govt. Rules |
UPSSSC Forest Guard Physical Standards 2026
Candidates qualifying the written exam must satisfy the PET:
For Male candidates
| Category | height | Chest | Chest expansion |
| UR/OBC/SC | 168 cm | 84 cm | minimum 5 cm |
| ST | 160 cm | 82 cm | minimum 5 cm |
For Female candidates
| Category | height |
| UR/OBC/SC | 150 cm |
| ST | 147 cm |
Selection Process
The selection process includes multiple stages:
- Shortlisting of applications
- Mains written examination
- Physical standard test
- Physical efficiency text
- Documents verification
- Medical examination
UPSSSC Exam Pattern 2026
The written exam is of objective pattern:
| Particulars | details |
| Total questions | 100 |
| Total marks | 100 |
| Question type | objective |
| Negative marking | 0.25 marks |
How to Apply for UPSSSC Forest Guard /Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 ?
Candidates must complete the application process by following these steps:
- Go to the UPSSSC Website.
- Click on forest Guard / wildlife guard recruitment 2026 application link
- Login using your PET 2025 registration number.
- Fill all the required personal, educational and communication details
- Upload the prescribed documents, photograph and signature
- Pay Rs 25 application fee.
- Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference
UPSSSC Forest Guard Salary 2026
Selected candidates will be appointed under Pay level 2 and a pay scale of Rs 19,900 to 63,200. Candidates will also receive dearness allowance, house rent allowance, medical benefits, pension benefits, leave travel announce and other allowances under Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
Important Links
| Webpage | Links |
| Official website | Click here |
| Notification PDF | Check here |
| Application link | Apply here |
| UPSSSC recruitment | Click here |
| For more updates | Click here |
Conclusion
The UPSSSC forest Guard / wildlife guard recruitment 2026 is a valuable opportunity for candidates who wish a government job in Uttar Pradesh Forest Department. There are around 708 vacancy and eligibility is based on UPSSSC PET 2025. The online application process is simple and eligible candidates must complete their online application before 20 July 2026. Aspirants are also adviced to prepare for written examination and ensure that they meet the required physical in standard 2
UPSSSC Forest Guard/Wild Life Guard Recruitment 2026 FAQs
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Rs 25 for all categories.
20 July 2025.
Yes, UPSSSC PET is mandatory.
Candidates must have passed class 12th or an equivalent exam from a recognised board.
