UPSSSC UP Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released today, April 23, 2026, by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission. Under Advertisement No. 12-Exam/2026, the commission is inviting applications for 708 vacancies of Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard. This recruitment is strictly for candidates who possess a valid UP PET 2025 scorecard.
The online application window will open on June 30, 2026, and close on July 20, 2026. Selection will be merit-based, starting with shortlisting through PET scores followed by a Main Written Exam and Physical Tests.
UPSSSC UP Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post Names | Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard |
| Advt. No. | 12-Exam/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 708 Posts |
| Eligibility | 12th Pass + UP PET 2025 Scorecard |
| Application Mode | Online via [suspicious link removed] |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 July 2026 |
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Important Dates (Schedules)
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 23 April 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 20 July 2026 |
| Correction Window Last Date | 27 July 2026 |
| Main Exam Date | To be notified later |
Application Fee Details
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹25 |
| SC / ST | ₹25 |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI).
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Eligibility Criteria & Qualification
Candidates must meet the educational and age requirements as of the cutoff date of July 1, 2026.
- Age Limit: 18 – 40 Years (As on 01/07/2026).
- Age Relaxation: Relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, and other categories as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard | 708 | 12th Pass + UP PET 2025 Score |
UPSSSC UP Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- PET 2025 Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted for the Main exam based on their PET normalized scores.
- Main Written Examination: An objective test focusing on Hindi, General Knowledge, and Science/Environment.
- Physical Standard Test (PST) & PET: Mandatory physical measurements and endurance tests.
- Medical Examination: Final health assessment as per department norms.
- Document Verification: Scrutiny of original academic and PET certificates.
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Physical Standard Requirements
Candidates must satisfy the following physical benchmarks to be eligible for the Forest Guard post:
| Category | Male Height | Female Height | Chest (Male) |
| General / OBC / SC | 168 cm | 152 cm | 84 cm (with 5cm expansion) |
| ST Category | 160 cm | 147 cm | 82 cm (with 5cm expansion) |
How to Apply for UPSSSC Forest Guard Online Form 2026?
- Visit the official website: [suspicious link removed].
- Navigate to the “Live Advertisements” section and select Advt No. 12-Exam/2026.
- Authentication: Login using your PET 2025 Registration Number and Date of Birth/OTP.
- Fill out the application form; your basic details will be fetched automatically from your PET profile.
- Upload any newly required documents, a recent photograph, and your signature.
- Pay the application fee of ₹25 online.
- Review all details and Submit the form.
- Download and print the Application Fee Receipt and the final application form.
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Important Related Links
| Fill Online Form | 23/04/2026 | Apply Now |
| Download Full Notification | 23/04/2026 | Download |
| Official UPSSSC Website | 23/04/2026 | Visit Now |
FAQs – UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026
Ans. Only candidates who appeared in the UPSSSC PET 2025 and have a valid scorecard with a non-zero normalized score are eligible to apply.
Ans. UPSSSC has announced a total of 708 vacancies for Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard positions.
Ans. Yes. Male candidates generally have to complete a 25 km walk/run with a 10 kg weight in 4 hours, and female candidates have to complete 14 km in 4 hours.
Ans. No. A valid UP PET 2025 score is a mandatory prerequisite for this recruitment.
Ans. The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is July 20, 2026.
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