Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification for Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Recruitment 2026 under Advt. No. 12-Exam/2026. A total of 708 vacancies have been announced across Uttar Pradesh.

This recruitment is a great opportunity for candidates looking for government jobs in the forest department. The online application process will begin from 30 June 2026 and will continue till 20 July 2026.

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC)
Post Name	Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard
Advertisement No.	12-Exam/2026
Total Vacancies	708
Job Location	Uttar Pradesh
Application Mode	Online
Category	Government Job

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start Date	30 June 2026
Last Date to Apply	20 July 2026
Exam Date	To be announced

Application Fee

Category	Fee
All Categories	₹25

Payment Mode: Online only

Vacancy Details & Qualification

Post Name	Vacancies	Qualification
Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard	708	12th Pass + UP PET 2025 Score

Total Vacancies: 708 Posts

Age Limit

Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 40 years
Age calculated as on 01 July 2026
Relaxation applicable as per government rules

Selection Process

Shortlisting based on UP PET 2025 Score
Written Examination
Physical Test
Document Verification
Medical Examination

How to Apply for UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026

Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in
Check the Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 notification
Click on the "Apply Online" link
Fill out the application form carefully
Upload required documents
Pay the application fee
Submit the form and take a printout

Important Links

Official Notification
Apply Online – Starts from 30 June 2026
Official Website – UPSSSC

UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for candidates who have qualified UP PET 2025 and want to join the forest and wildlife department. With 708 vacancies, candidates should start preparing early for the written exam and physical test. Apply within the deadline and ensure all eligibility conditions are fulfilled.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the eligibility criteria for UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must have passed 12th (Intermediate) from a recognised board and must have a valid UP PET 2025 score to apply for Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard posts. The age limit is 18 to 40 years as on 01 July 2026.

Q2. When will the online application start for UPSSSC Forest Guard 2026?

The online application window opens on 30 June 2026 and closes on 20 July 2026. The exam date has not been announced yet and will be notified on the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in.

Q3. How much is the application fee for UPSSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is just ₹25 for all categories, payable through online mode. This is one of the lowest application fees among state government recruitments in 2026.