Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has published recruitment notification UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Vacancy 2026 for fill up 708 Vacancies. Candidates having Intermediate (10+2) qualification and valid UPSSSC PET 2025 scorecard are eligible to apply for Van Rakshak (Forest Guard) & Vanya Jeev Rakshak (Wildlife Guard) posts. The UPSSSC online application form has started on 30 June 2026, and eligible candidates can apply until 20 July 2026.
Eligible Candidates must check the complete details regarding Post wise Vacancies, eligibility, application fee, selection process and the application process for the UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Posts Recruitment 2026 provided below. (Advt. No. 12-Pariksha/2026)
UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) & Wildlife Guard (Vanya Jeev Rakshak) |
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| Total Vacancies |
708 Posts |
| Age Limit |
18-40 years as on 01.07.2026 |
| Salary |
Level-2 ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Minimum Qualification |
Intermediate (10+2) + Valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Scorecard |
| Application Fee |
₹25/- (Process Fee – All Categories) |
| Selection Process |
PET-2025 Score Shortlisting + Written Exam + PST + PET + Medical + DV |
| Job Location |
Uttar Pradesh |
| Last Date |
20 July 2026 |
✅ UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Vacancy 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026): 18 – 40 years (Relaxation: OBC 43 years, SC/ST 45 years, Govt Employees 45 years, Ex-Servicemen as per rules)
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Nationality: Must be a citizen of India
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PET-2025 Qualification: Must have appeared in UPSSSC PET-2025 and possess valid Score Card
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Qualification & Experience: Intermediate (10+2) from UP Board or equivalent recognised board.
Preferential Qualification (any one): Territorial Army (2 years), NCC ‘B’ Certificate, Computer Application Certificate, or State-level Sportsperson.
✅ UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Vacancy 2026 Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps:-
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Shortlisting for Main Exam on the basis of PET-2025 Normalised Score (up to 15 times vacancies)
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Written Examination (100 Marks – Objective Type, 120 Minutes)
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Physical Standard Test (PST) – Qualifying
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Qualifying (Male: 25 km with 10 kg in 4 hrs | Female: 14 km in 4 hrs)
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Medical Examination – Qualifying
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Document Verification
✅ UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Vacancy 2026 Application Fee:
- Application Fee: ₹00 (Nil for all categories)
- Online Process Fee: ₹25/- (All Categories)
- Total Payable: ₹25/-
- Payment Mode: Online through Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI or SBI e-Challan
✅ Important Dates:
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Notification Publication Date |
23 April 2026 |
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Opening Date for Online Registration |
30 June 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment |
20 July 2026 |
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Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Correction |
27 July 2026 |
✅ Important Links:
| UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| Apply Online for UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Jobs 2026 | Apply Online |
| UPSSSC Official Website | Official Website |
| Latest Forest Government Jobs 2026 | Forest Govt Jobs |
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✅ How to Apply UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026:
Eligible & Interested candidates must apply online only through the official UPSSSC website.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official website https://upsssc.gov.in and click on the live advertisement for Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard 2026.
➢ Step 2: Login using OTP sent to registered mobile/email linked with your PET-2025 Registration Number.
➢ Step 3: Your PET-2025 details will auto-populate; fill educational qualification, post preference and preferential qualification details.
➢ Step 4: Pay ₹25/- online process fee through Credit/Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI or SBI e-Challan.
➢ Step 5: Submit the form and take a printout of the final application form for future reference.
Note: Candidates are advised to read the Official Notification carefully before filling the application form.

✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026?
708 Posts (Forest Guard 647 + Wildlife Guard 61).
What is the age limit for UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026?
18-40 years as on 01.07.2026 (relaxation as per category).
What is the pay scale in UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026?
Level-2 ₹19,900 – ₹63,200.
What is the selection process for UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026?
PET-2025 Score Shortlisting + Written Exam + PST + PET + Medical Examination + Document Verification.
What is the application fee for UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026?
₹25/- (Online Process Fee – All Categories).
What are the important dates for UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026?
Online Application Start: 30 June 2026 | Last Date: 20 July 2026 | Correction & Fee Reconciliation Last Date: 27 July 2026.