Forest Department Recruitment 2025: Complete Guide to Apply
A new recruitment drive for 2025 has been announced by the Forest Department. The official notification has been released, providing complete details about this government job opportunity. Applications are now open and interested candidates can apply.
Forest Department Vacancy 2025 Overview
The Forest Department has released a notification for its 2025 recruitment. Applications for these government jobs have already started and will be accepted until August 10, 2025. The application process is entirely online, and it is open to all Indian citizens. Both male and female candidates from any state or district are eligible to apply for these positions.
Available Posts
The recruitment is for Group C positions across three different roles:
- Forest Guard
- Technical Assistant
- Driver
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this recruitment, candidates must meet specific educational and age requirements.
Educational Qualification
The minimum qualification required is a 10th-class pass. Candidates with higher qualifications are also encouraged to apply.
- For Driver: 10th Pass candidates can apply.
- For Forest Guard: 12th Pass candidates can apply.
- Candidates who have completed 12th standard or hold a Graduate degree are also eligible for relevant posts.
Age Limit
The age limit for applicants is as follows:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms:
- SC/ST Candidates: 5 years of relaxation.
- OBC Candidates: 3 years of relaxation.
Note that the age limit may vary for different posts, and candidates should check the official notification for specific details.
Salary and Application Fees
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive a handsome salary as per the 7th CPC (Central Pay Commission), along with extra allowances and benefits.
Application Fee
The application fee varies by category:
- General/OBC: ₹700
- SC/ST/PWD/Female: No Fee Payment must be made online.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Forest Department recruitment involves multiple stages to select the most suitable candidates.
- Written Exam: The first stage is an OMR-based written examination.
- Physical Standard Test (PST): Candidates who pass the written exam will undergo a physical test, which includes measurements of height and chest.
- Document Verification: The final stage involves the verification of all original documents.
Exam Pattern and Physical Standards
Written Exam Pattern
The exam pattern differs for each post.
- Technical Assistant: The exam will consist of 100 questions for 100 marks, with a duration of 180 minutes.
- Forest Guard: The exam duration will be 120 minutes.
Physical Standards (For Forest Guard)
The physical test for the Forest Guard post includes a walking test and physical measurements.
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Walking Test:
- Male: 25 km walk to be completed in 4 hours.
- Female: 14 km walk to be completed in 4 hours.
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Height:
- Male: 165 cm
- Female: 150 cm
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Chest Measurement:
- Male: 79 cm (unexpanded) to 84 cm (expanded)
- Female: 74 cm (unexpanded) to 79 cm (expanded)
Required Documents for Application
To ensure your application is not rejected, have the following documents ready before applying:
- Passport-size photographs (at least four).
- Scanned signature.
- Aadhar Card.
- Active Mobile Number and Email ID.
- Educational certificates and marksheets (from 10th onwards).
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- Age Proof (10th marksheet or Birth Certificate).
Important Dates and How to Apply
Applications are being accepted online.
- Application Start Date: July 14
- Application Last Date: August 10, 2025
- Exam Date: First week of September
This recruitment is being conducted by the Tropical Forest Research Institute, under the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education. Candidates can find the application link and download the official notification for further details on exam centers, post-wise vacancies, and specific qualifications.
