Golden Opportunity for 12th-Pass Youth in UP Forest Guard Recruitment; Salary Up to ₹63,200

UPSSSC has issued a notification for the recruitment of 708 Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard posts. Candidates who have passed the 12th standard and appeared for PET-2025 can apply online starting July 20.

If you are preparing for a government job in Uttar Pradesh, here is a fantastic opportunity. The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has initiated the application process for a total of 708 posts of Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard. Through this recruitment drive, candidates who have passed the 12th standard and appeared for PET-2025 will have the chance to secure a job in the Forest Department.

How many posts are being filled?

A total of 708 posts—comprising both general and special selection categories for Forest Guards and Wildlife Guards—will be filled under this recruitment drive. The majority of these are Forest Guard posts, while specific seats have also been allocated for Wildlife Guards across various categories. Interested candidates can apply online by visiting the Commission's official website.

Who can apply?

To apply for this recruitment, candidates must have passed the 12th standard from a recognized board. Additionally, candidates must have appeared for the UPSSSC PET-2025 examination and possess a valid normalized scorecard. Candidates without a PET-2025 score will not be eligible to apply.

What is the age limit?

The minimum age for this recruitment is set at 18 years, and the maximum age at 40 years. Candidates belonging to reserved categories will receive age relaxation in accordance with government rules.

Regarding physical standards, the minimum height requirement for male candidates in the General, OBC, and SC categories is 168 cm, while for male candidates in the ST category, it is 160 cm. The minimum height for female candidates is set at 152 cm; however, women belonging to the ST category will be granted a relaxation of 5 cm.

What is the salary?

Selected candidates will be employed under the Level-2 pay scale. The starting salary will be ₹19,900 per month, which can reach up to ₹63,200 per month when all government allowances are included.

How will the selection take place?

Regarding the recruitment process, candidates will first be shortlisted for the main written examination based on their PET-2025 results. Those who qualify in the written examination will have to undergo a Physical Standard Test (PST) and a Physical Efficiency Test (PET).

Subsequently, the candidates' height, chest measurements, and weight will be checked. In the Physical Efficiency Test, male candidates must complete a 25-kilometer run carrying a 10 kg load, while female candidates must complete a 14-kilometer run carrying a 14 kg load within the stipulated time. Candidates who successfully clear all stages will undergo a medical examination, after which the final selection list will be released.

What is the application fee?

The application fee for this recruitment has been set at just ₹25 for candidates of all categories.

How to apply?

To apply, first visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in. Next, click on the application link for 'Forest Guard/Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026'. Fill out the form by entering your PET-2025 roll number and other required details. Upload the requested documents and submit the form. Download or print a copy of the application form and keep it safe for future reference.