The Forester Direct Recruitment Exam 2026 is scheduled to be conducted on June 28, 2026 (Sunday). This exam is organized under the Common Eligibility Test (CET) (Senior Secondary Level) framework.

The detailed structure, exam pattern, and syllabus are outlined below:

1. Exam Pattern

Question Type: The examination will consist entirely of Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions - MCQs).

Total Questions: There will be a total of 100 questions in the paper.

Total Marks: The paper carries a maximum of 100 marks (each question is worth 1 mark).

Duration: Candidates will be allotted 2 hours to solve the question paper.

Negative Marking: Penalty for wrong answers is applicable. For every incorrect response, 31 mark will be deducted.

2. Subject-wise Weightage and Syllabus

The question paper primarily focuses on testing general knowledge with special emphasis on the state of Rajasthan, alongside everyday science and basic mathematics:

Subjects	Marks / Questions	Major Topics Covered
Rajasthan GK & Social Studies	50 Marks	History of Rajasthan (major dynasties, the 1857 revolt), Art & Culture (fairs, festivals, folk dances, traditional dresses), and Geography of Rajasthan (forest wealth, wildlife sanctuaries, rivers, lakes, and minerals).
Everyday Science	20 Marks	Physical and chemical changes, metals and non-metals, laws of light, human body structure, major diseases & nutrition, environment, and biodiversity.
Mathematics	15 Marks	Percentage, profit & loss, average, simple & compound interest, ratio & proportion, time-speed-distance, time & work, area, and volume.
Current Affairs	15 Marks	Contemporary issues and major developments at the national level, with a primary focus on the state of Rajasthan.

3. Selection Process

Stage 1: Written Examination: Candidates must first clear the objective written test scheduled for June 28, 2026.

Stage 2: Physical Standard & Efficiency Test (PST/PET): Candidates shortlisted based on the written exam merit list will be called for physical assessments (which include criteria for height, chest measurements, and a 25 km walking test to be completed within 4 hours).

Official Notice: For downloading admit cards, verifying exam shifts, and accessing official announcements, regularly check the board's official website at www.rssb.rajasthan.gov.in.

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