Forest Guard Vacancy 2026 – Latest Vanrakshak & Forester Government Jobs

Conducted by: State Forest Departments — RPSC, MPPSC, UKPSC, HPSC, UPPSC etc. • Official Website: State Forest Department portals • Last Updated: 2026-04-20

About Forest Guard / Vanrakshak Recruitment 2026

Forest Guard Vacancy 2026 — Forest Guard (Vanrakshak) is a frontline forest protection post under State Forest Departments. Forest Guards are responsible for protecting forests from illegal felling, poaching, forest fire prevention, and wildlife conservation. Thousands of Forest Guard vacancies open annually across states. Rajasthan Forest Guard is among the largest — RPSC announced 1,128 Forest Guard posts in 2023. MP Vanrakshak, Uttarakhand Forest Guard, Himachal Forest Guard, UP Forest Guard are other major recruitments. ExamResultDekho.com tracks all state Forest Guard notifications.

Forest Guard pay: Level 1–4 (₹18,000–₹57,000 depending on state) with 7th Pay Commission benefits. State Forest Departments provide uniform, accommodation, and field allowance. Forester (above Forest Guard) is Level 5 post (₹29,200+). Physical fitness is critical — Forest Guards patrol forested areas on foot covering 10–20 km daily. Qualification: Typically 12th pass (10th in some states) with physical fitness. Some states require knowledge of forestry.

Key Job Details

States Recruiting	Rajasthan, MP, UP, Uttarakhand, HP, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Karnataka
Pay Range	Level 1–4: ₹18,000–₹57,000 + Field/Forest allowance
Qualification	10th or 12th pass (state-specific) — science preferred
Physical Test	Running, chin-ups, height/chest/weight standards

Important Recruitment Dates

Event	Date / Status
Rajasthan Forest Guard 2026	Check rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
MP Vanrakshak 2026	Check mpforest.gov.in
Uttarakhand Forest Guard 2026	Check ukpsc.gov.in
HP Forest Guard 2026	Check hpforest.nic.in
UP Forest Guard 2026	Check upforest.gov.in

How to Apply for Sarkari Naukri – Step by Step

Check ExamResultDekho.com for state-wise Forest Guard notification 2026
Visit the relevant state forest department portal
Read eligibility criteria: age, qualification, physical standards
Apply online before last date
Prepare for written exam: General Science, Environment, Forestry, GK
Train for Physical Fitness Test (running, chin-ups)
Keep 12th marksheet, character certificate, domicile ready

Forest Guard / Vanrakshak Recruitment 2026 – 2026 Updates

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Official website: State Forest Department portals

What to Do Next – After Applying

Forest Guard exam preparation: Focus on: (1) Forest Act, Wildlife Protection Act, Environment Protection Act. (2) State-specific forest area, national parks, wildlife sanctuaries. (3) General Science — Biology, Ecology, Environment. (4) Mathematics (basic) and Reasoning. Physical preparation: Start running 5–8 km daily, chin-ups, and practice balance. Height typically 163cm+ (Male), 148cm+ (Female) with chest expansion.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the salary of a Forest Guard in 2026?

Forest Guard salary varies by state under 7th Pay Commission: Rajasthan: Pay Level 2 (₹19,900–₹63,200). MP: Pay Level 1 (₹18,000–₹56,900). Uttarakhand: Pay Level 2 with hill allowance. UP: Pay Level 2 + special forest allowance. In-hand salary with DA: ₹25,000–₹38,000/month. Additional: Uniform allowance, field allowance, ration subsidy for field posting.

2. Is Forest Guard a safe government job?

Forest Guard is generally a safe post in most areas. However, forest areas in LWE (Left Wing Extremism) affected states like Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha can be challenging. National parks and Tiger Reserve postings in MP, Uttarakhand involve wildlife proximity. Despite this, Forest Guard is considered a good government job with field posting allowances, nature immersion, and unique work environment. Most Forest Guard fatalities are extremely rare.

3. Can 10th pass candidates apply for Forest Guard?

In some states, 10th pass is the minimum qualification for Forest Guard: Maharashtra, West Bengal, Assam (class 8 in some categories). Most states require 12th pass: Rajasthan, MP, UP, Uttarakhand, HP. Some states additionally require a Science subject in 12th for Forest Guard posts. Check the specific state notification carefully for exact qualification requirements.

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