OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 943 Forest Guard & Forester Posts
OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 notification is out for 943 Forest Guard & Forester vacancies. Online applications are open till 22 February 2026. Candidates with 10th/12th qualification can apply online through the OSSSC official website.
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Feb 15, 2026
Deadline: Feb 15, 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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- OSSSC Forest Guard Notification 2026
- OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
- OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
- OSSSC Forest Guard Vacancy Details 2026
- Eligibility Criteria for OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026
- OSSSC Forest Guard Application Fee 2026
- OSSSC Forest Guard Salary 2026
- OSSSC Forest Guard Selection Process 2026
- OSSSC Forest Guard Physical Test 2026
- Important Links
OSSSC Forest Guard Notification 2026
The Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has released the official notification for Forest Guard and Forester Recruitment 2026 under the Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE). A total of 943 vacancies are announced. The online application process started on 7 January 2026, and the last date to apply online is 22 February 2026. Selected candidates will be appointed in Odisha’s Forest & Environment Department.
OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) |
| Recruitment Name | OSSSC CRE Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Forest Guard, Forester |
| Total Vacancies | 943 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Age Limit | 18 to 32 Years |
| Salary | ₹19,900 – ₹81,100 |
| Selection Process | Written Test, PMT/PET, Document Verification |
OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification | 24 December 2025 |
| Detailed Notification | 30 December 2025 |
| Online Registration Start Date | 7 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 15 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 22 February 2026 |
| Exam Date | Will be updated soon |
OSSSC Forest Guard Vacancy Details 2026
OSSSC has announced 943 total vacancies, including Forest Guard and Forester posts.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Forest Guard | 896 |
| Forester | 47 |
| Total | 943 |
(Category-wise and district-wise breakup is available in the official notification.)
Eligibility Criteria for OSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026
E1) Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Forest Guard | Passed 10th (HSC) from a recognized board |
| Forester | Passed 12th (Science) + Basic Computer Knowledge |
| Excise Constable | Passed 12th or equivalent |
E2) Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Forest Guard / Forester | 18 – 32 Years |
| Excise Constable | 21 – 32 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / Women / SEBC | 5 Years |
| PwD | 10 Years |
| Gomitra Candidates | 7 Years |
OSSSC Forest Guard Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwD | Nil |
| Other Categories | ₹500 |
Fee payment mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI).
OSSSC Forest Guard Salary 2026
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Forester | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Forest Guard | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Excise Constable | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
Posts are Group ‘C’ with applicable allowances as per Odisha Government rules.
OSSSC Forest Guard Selection Process 2026
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Written Examination (100 Marks)
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
Written Exam Pattern
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 0.25 mark
- Subjects: English, Odia, Mathematics, General Knowledge, Computer Knowledge
OSSSC Forest Guard Physical Test 2026
Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
| Category | Height | Chest (Male) |
|---|---|---|
| UR / SEBC / SC (Male) | 168 cm | 81–86 cm |
| ST (Male) | 158 cm | 81–86 cm |
| Female | 153 cm | Not Applicable |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Category | Task |
|---|---|
| Male | 25 km walk in 4 hours |
| Female | 16 km walk in 4 hours |
Important Links
| Link | Status |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Notification link |
| Apply Online Link | Apply link |
| Official Website | www.osssc.gov.in |
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Feb 15, 2026
Deadline: Feb 15, 2026 · Last date approaching
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