UPSSSC Forest Guard: Recruitment starts for 708 posts of Forest Guard in UP, big opportunity for 12th pass youth for ₹ 25

An excellent and big opportunity has emerged for the youth of Uttar Pradesh to get a government job. Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has opened the online registration window for Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) and Wildlife Guard (Vanjiva Rakshak) Main Examination (PET-2025)/13 on its official website. The official notification for this recruitment was earlier released on 23 April 2026. Under this entire recruitment process, total 708 vacant posts has to be filled. Eligible and interested candidates can visit the official website of the Commission and submit their online form without any last minute rush.

All important dates related to the exam at a glance

The complete schedule of UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment Exam 2026 has arrived. Candidates should note these dates in their diary so that they do not miss any deadline:

Official notification released

23 April 2026

The Commission issued detailed advertisement and rules of recruitment.

Start of online registration

30 June 2026

The application portal has been made live for eligible candidates.

Last date of registration

20 July 2026

New candidates will be able to fill the form only till the night of this date.

Last date for payment of application fee

27 July 2026

This will be the last chance to amend the form and deposit the fees.

Note: Admit card, date of written examination and dates of declaration of final result will be announced by the Commission very soon.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online?

The process of applying for Forest Guard Recruitment is very easy and digital. You can fill your form by following the steps given below:

1.Visit the website:step 1.

First of all visit the official website of Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission.

2.Login with PET Credentials:Step 2.

To login, candidates must enter their PET-2025 Registration Number And received on mobile/email otp Must be entered.

3. Verify Details:Step 3.

As soon as you login, your old personal information will appear on the screen, with the help of which you can enter the dashboard.

4.Document Upload:Step 4.

Fill in the details of your new educational qualification and upload a clear scanned copy of your latest photograph and signature.

5.Review and Submit:Step 5.

Before pressing the final submit button, re-check the entire form carefully and then click on ‘Continue’ to lock the application.

Application Fee: Only ₹25 for all categories

The Commission has kept the application fee for this recruitment very nominal so that youth of every category can apply. Keep in mind that unless you pay the fees through credit card, debit card or internet banking, your form will be considered incomplete.

Eligibility Criteria: Who can apply?

• Educational Qualification: Candidate must have passed any recognized board in India or Uttar Pradesh Board of Secondary Education. 12th (Intermediate) pass It is mandatory to have.

• Age Limit: Minimum age of the candidate as on 1st July 2026 18 years and maximum age 40 years Should not exceed. Reserved category candidates will be given special relaxation in upper age limit as per government rules.

These candidates will get special preference:

If you have minimum 2 years of working experience in Territorial Army, or have ‘B’ certificate from NCC, or have represented any sport at the state level, or have a certificate in Computer Application from an institute recognized by Central/State Government, then you will be given additional priority in the merit list.