UPSSSC Forest Guard / Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026: 708 Posts
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the notification for Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) and Wildlife Guard (Vanya Jeev Rakshak) posts, under Advertisement No. 12-Exam/2026, covering 708 vacancies under the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Head of Department, Uttar Pradesh. Applications went online from 30 June to 20 July 2026 (extended to 22 July in some reports).
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 12-Exam/2026 |
| Posts | Forest Guard (Van Rakshak), Wildlife Guard (Vanya Jeev Rakshak) |
| Total Vacancies | 708 |
| Eligibility Prerequisite | Valid UPSSSC PET-2025 score card |
| Age Limit | 18–40 years, as on 1 July 2026 |
| Application Window | 30 June – 20/22 July 2026 |
Eligibility
Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) from any recognized Board of India, and must hold a valid UPSSSC PET-2025 score card, since shortlisting for the Main Exam is based on this score.
Exam Pattern
100 objective-type MCQ questions, 100 marks, 2-hour duration. Each correct answer carries 1 mark, with 0.25 mark (1/4) deducted for each incorrect answer.
Selection Process
Main Written Examination, followed by Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Application Fee
₹25 for all categories.
How to Apply
- Visit upsssc.gov.in.
- Log in using your PET-2025 registration number and OTP.
- Confirm your auto-populated PET-2025 details and complete the qualification fields specific to this post.
- Submit to generate your application registration number.
- Pay the ₹25 fee online and download your final application.
Official Links
Official Website: upsssc.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many vacancies does this recruitment cover?
A: 708, across Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard posts.
Q: Who is eligible to apply?
A: Candidates who passed 10+2 and hold a valid UPSSSC PET-2025 score card.
Q: Is there negative marking?
A: Yes — 0.25 mark deducted per incorrect answer.
Q: What are the physical test components?
A: A Physical Standard Test (PST) and a Physical Efficiency Test (PET), following the written exam.
Final Word
Since eligibility for this Main Exam runs entirely through your PET-2025 shortlisting rather than a fresh entrance test, confirm your normalized PET score status on the portal and start preparing for the physical tests early, as these often leave limited preparation time once scheduled.