UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 708 Posts

UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard posts. A total of 708 vacancies have been announced. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website.

Key Highlights:

• Organisation: Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow
• Advertisement No.: 12-Pariksha/2026
• Post Names: Van Rakshak (Forest Guard) & Vanya Jeev Rakshak (Wildlife Guard)
• Total Vacancies: 708 Posts
• Pay Scale: Level-2, ₹19,900 (Minimum) to ₹63,200 (Maximum)
• Application Mode: Online
• Official Website: upsssc.gov.in

Important Dates:

• Notification Publication Date: 23-04-2026
• Online Application Start Date: 30-06-2026
• Last Date to Apply: 20-07-2026
• Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Correction: 27-07-2026

Vacancy Details:

A total of 708 vacancies are available across four categories:

Eligibility Criteria:

• Nationality: Citizen of India.
• PET-2025 Qualification: Must have appeared in and possess a Score Card for PET-2025.
• Educational Qualification: Intermediate (10+2) from Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad, UP or equivalent.
• Preferential Qualification: Service in Territorial Army (min 2 years), 'B' Certificate of NCC, Certificate in Computer Application, or represented the State in any sport/game.

Age Limit:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 40 years (as on 1st July of the recruitment year)
• Age Relaxation: Applicable for OBC, SC/ST, UP State Government Employees, Ex-Servicemen, and Mukhyamantri Abhyetavrutti Beneficiaries as per government rules.

Application Fee:

• Application Fee: ₹00 for all categories
• Online Process Fee: ₹25 for all categories
• Total Payable: ₹25
• Payment Mode: Online (Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, SBI e-Challan)

Selection Process:

The selection process involves the following stages:

1. Shortlisting for Main Exam based on PET-2025 Score.
2. Main Written Examination (Objective Type, 100 Marks, 120 Minutes, 1/4th negative marking).
3. Physical Standard Test (PST).
4. Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
5. Medical Examination.
6. Document Verification.

How to Apply:

Eligible candidates need to apply online through the official website upsssc.gov.in from 30-06-2026 to 20-07-2026. Follow the instructions provided on the website for a seamless application process.