HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 779 Posts
Haryana Staff Selection Commission has announced HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 for 779 vacancies. Online applications started from 9 February 2026 and the last date to apply is 23 February 2026. Candidates with 10+2 qualification can apply online through the official website.
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Feb 23, 2026
Deadline: Feb 23, 2026 · Last date approaching
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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.
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- A) HSSC Forest Guard Notification 2026
- B) HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
- C) HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
- D) HSSC Forest Guard Vacancy Details
- E) Eligibility Criteria for HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026
- Physical Standards Requirement
- F) HSSC Forest Guard Application Fee
- G) Salary Details
- H) Selection Process
- How to Apply Online for HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026
- I) Important Links
A) HSSC Forest Guard Notification 2026
The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has released the official notification for HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 under Advt. No. 04/2026.
A total of 779 vacancies have been announced for the post of Forest Guard.
The online application process has started from 9 February 2026 and will remain open till 23 February 2026.
This recruitment offers a great opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in the Haryana Forest Department.
B) HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
The HSSC Forest Guard Vacancy 2026 is a major recruitment drive by the Haryana Government. Key highlights are given below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) |
| Recruitment Name | HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Forest Guard |
| Total Vacancies | 779 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Age Limit | 18 to 42 Years |
| Salary/Pay Scale | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Level-3) |
| Selection Process | CET Shortlisting, Written Exam, PMT, PET, Document Verification |
C) HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
Candidates must be aware of all important dates related to HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 6 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 9 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 February 2026 |
| Exam Date | Will be updated soon |
| Admit Card Date | Will be updated soon |
D) HSSC Forest Guard Vacancy Details
A total of 779 Forest Guard posts have been released under this recruitment. Category-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General | 318 |
| DSC | 55 |
| OSC | 55 |
| BCA | 102 |
| BCB | 8 |
| EWS | 123 |
| ESM – GEN | 77 |
| ESM – DSC | 1 |
| ESM – OSC | 1 |
| ESM – BCA | 19 |
| ESM – BCB | 20 |
| Total | 779 |
E) Eligibility Criteria for HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026
E1) Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Forest Guard | Passed 10+2 (Senior Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized board/university |
E2) Age Limit
Candidates must fulfill the following age criteria:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 42 Years |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 January 2026 |
Age Relaxation (if applicable):
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / BC | 5 Years |
| Widowed / Divorced Women | 5 Years |
| Unmarried Women | 5 Years |
| Haryana Govt. Employees | As per government norms |
Physical Standards Requirement
| Criteria | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 168 cm | 155 cm |
| Chest (Unexpanded) | 79 cm | – |
| Chest (Expanded) | 84 cm | – |
| Walking Test | 25 km in 4 hours | 14 km in 4 hours |
F) HSSC Forest Guard Application Fee
There is NO APPLICATION FEE for any category.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | No Fee |
G) Salary Details
The Forest Guard post comes under Group-C service with attractive salary and allowances.
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Guard | Level-3 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
Along with basic pay, selected candidates will receive DA, HRA, TA, and other government allowances.
H) Selection Process
The selection process for HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Shortlisting based on CET Scores
- Written Examination
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Document Verification
Exam Pattern Overview
- Mode: Offline (OMR Based)
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 1 Hour 45 Minutes
- Negative Marking: No
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- General – 50%
- Reserved – 40%
How to Apply Online for HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official HSSC website.
- Click on the HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 link.
- Complete One-Time Registration.
- Login with credentials.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Upload required documents.
- Submit the application form.
- Take printout for future use.
I) Important Links
Candidates can refer to the following important links:
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Notification link |
| Apply Online Link | Apply link |
| Official Website | www.hssc.gov.in |
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Feb 23, 2026
Deadline: Feb 23, 2026 · Last date approaching
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