UPSSSC Forest Guard exam 2026: 708 vacancies announced, check complete details here

UPSSSC Forest Guard exam 2026 : Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the notification for the Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard recruitment 2026 .

The recruitment drive aims to fill 708 posts, and only those candidates who have appeared for Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 and hold a valid scorecard will be eligible to apply for the main examination.

The written examination will be followed by Physical Standards, Physical Efficiency Test and Medical Examination.

UPSSSC Forest Guard exam 2026: Key dates

• Notification released: April 23, 2026
• Application start date: June 30, 2026
• Last date to apply: July 20, 2026
• Last date for fee payment and correction: July 27, 2026
  

UPSSSC Forest Guard exam 2026: Exam pattern

• Total questions: 100
• Total marks: 100
• Duration: 2 hours
• Type: Objective (MCQs)
• Negative marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
  

The paper will be divided into four sections, testing subject knowledge, basic maths and biology, computer awareness, and Uttar Pradesh-related general knowledge.

How to apply

• Visit the official website: upsssc.gov.in
• Click on the relevant advertisement under the “Live advertisement” section
• Log in using your PET 2025 registration number and OTP
• Fill in the application form and upload required details
• Pay the application fee through online modes or e-challan
• Submit and download the application form for future reference
  

Candidates are advised to keep their PET details ready and complete the process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.