The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has released a short notification for a combined recruitment drive for various posts in the state’s Forest Department.
A combined recruitment announcement by RSSB for 785 posts in the Rajasthan Forest Department. It targets candidates with diverse qualifications, from 10th Pass to Diploma holders.
Key Details & Vacancy
| Post Name | Total Posts | Pay Matrix Level | Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026) |
| Forest Guard | 483 | Level 4 | 18 to 24 years |
| Forester | 259 | Level 8 | 18 to 40 years |
| Surveyor | 43 | Level 8 (Expected) | 18 to 40 years |
| Total | 785 | ||
| Official Website | rssb.rajasthan.gov.in |
Post-Wise Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Minimum Qualification |
| Forest Guard | 10th Pass (Matriculation) from a recognized board. |
| Forester | 12th Pass (Senior Secondary) from a recognized board. (Also requires RSSB CET Qualification at 12th Level) |
| Surveyor | 12th Pass with an ITI Certificate in Civil Survey OR a Diploma in Civil Engineering. |
| Mandatory for all: Working knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari script) and knowledge of Rajasthan culture. |
Selection Process & Physical Standards
The selection process involves a Written Examination, Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Written Exam (Expected Pattern)
- Total Questions/Marks: 100 questions for 100 marks.
- Duration: 2 hours.
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deduction for each incorrect answer.
- Subjects: General Knowledge (Rajasthan & India GK, Culture, History), Everyday Science, Mathematics, Reasoning, and Current Affairs.
Physical Standards & Efficiency Tests (PET)
| Particular | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
| Height (Minimum) | 163 cm | 150 cm |
| Chest (Min.) | 84 cm (Normal) / 89 cm (Expanded) | N/A (Min. Weight 47.5 kg) |
| Walking Test (Mandatory) | 25 km in 4 hours | 16 km in 4 hours |
| Other Activities (Forest Guard) | Sit-ups (25 in 1 min), Cricket Ball Throw (55 meters) | Standing Broad Jump (1.35 m), Shot Put (4 kg – 4.5 m) |
Application Fee (Expected)
- General/OBC (Creamy Layer): ₹600/-
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/SC/ST/PwD: ₹400/-
