The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advertisement No. 12 Exam 2026) for 708 vacancies. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for candidates aspiring to work in the Uttar Pradesh Forest Department.
The online application process will commence on June 30, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until July 20, 2026, through the official UPSSSC website. Candidates must have passed Class 12 (Intermediate) from a recognized board and possess a valid UP PET 2025 Scorecard to be eligible for the recruitment.
If you are preparing for Uttar Pradesh Government Jobs, this is one of the biggest Forest Department recruitments of 2026.
UPSSSC Forest Guard Vacancy 2026
The recruitment has been announced for a total of 708 vacancies under various reservation categories.
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
| General | 315 |
| EWS | 132 |
| OBC | 218 |
| SC | 32 |
| ST | 11 |
| Total | 708 |
Important Dates you Should Note:
Candidates should carefully note the important schedule for the recruitment process.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20 July 2026 |
| Application Correction Last Date | 27 July 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Examination |
| Written Exam | To Be Announced |
| Result | Will Be Notified Later |
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the UPSSSC Forest Guard/Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 must fulfill the following educational qualifications:
- Must have passed Class 12 (Intermediate) from a recognized Board or Institution.
- Must possess a valid UP PET 2025 Scorecard, as shortlisting for the written examination will be based on PET 2025 scores.
- Candidates should satisfy all eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification before submitting the application.
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
| Criteria | Age |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable as per the UPSSSC Recruitment Rules for reserved category candidates.
Form Fee Details:
The application fee is the same for all categories.
| Category | Fee |
| General | ₹25 |
| OBC | ₹25 |
| EWS | ₹25 |
| SC | ₹25 |
| ST | ₹25 |
| PH | ₹25 |
Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
Male Candidates
| Category | Height | Chest |
| General / OBC / EWS / SC | 168 cm | 79–84 cm |
| ST | 160 cm | 77–82 cm |
Female Candidates
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Height | 152 cm (147 cm for ST candidates) |
| Weight | 45–58 kg |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates qualifying the written examination will have to appear in the Physical Efficiency Test.
Male Candidates
- Distance: 25 Kilometres
- Weight to Carry: 10 Kilograms
- Time Allowed: 4 Hours
Female Candidates
- Distance: 14 Kilometres
- Time Allowed: 4 Hours
How to Apply for UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these simple steps to submit the online application:
- Visit the official UPSSSC website.
- Click on the Forest Guard/Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 link.
- Login using your PET Registration details.
- Fill in all personal, educational and communication details carefully.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Verify all information before final submission.
- Download and print the final application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
| Apply Online | Available from 30 June 2026 on the UPSSSC Official Portal |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Syllabus & Exam Pattern | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Note: Candidates should regularly visit the official UPSSSC website for updates regarding the written examination, admit card, answer key, result, and further stages of the recruitment process. Only information published on the official portal should be considered authentic.