RSSB Forester Bharti 2026 notification released for 259 Vanpal posts. Know qualification, age limit, selection process, fees & apply online.
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Introduction:
Rajasthan Staff Selection Board has released a notification for 259 Vanpal (Forester) posts in the Forest Department. Candidates who have passed Senior Secondary (10+2) and qualified the eligibility exam can apply online. Selection will be done through written exam and physical tests.
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RSSB Forester Bharti 2026- Overview:
organization name | Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB), Jaipur (Recruitment for Forest Department, Rajasthan) |
|---|---|
post name | Vanpal (Forester) |
post type | Permanent (Direct Recruitment) |
application mode | Online |
application fees | Total Posts: 259( Non-Scheduled Area 213 & Scheduled Area 46) |
no of vacancies | General / OBC / MBC (Creamy Layer): ₹600 OBC / MBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / EWS: ₹400 SC / ST / PwBD: ₹400 |
education qualification | Must have passed Senior Secondary (10+2) or equivalent examination Candidate must be declared qualified in Senior Secondary Level Eligibility Examination – 2024 conducted by RSSB Knowledge of Hindi (Devnagari script) and Rajasthani culture is required |
selection process | Written Examination Physical Standard Test (PST) Physical Efficiency Test (PET – Walking Test) Document Verification Medical Examination |
age limit( As on 01.01.2027) | 18 - 40 Years Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS/Women/Ex-Servicemen as per Rajasthan Government rules Age calculated as per notification rules |
salary | Pay Matrix Level – 8 (7th Pay Commission) During probation period: Fixed Remuneration as per Rajasthan Government rules After probation: Full salary with allowances |
RSSB Forester Bharti 2026- Important Dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 🟢 Starting Date for Apply Online | 06 January 2026 |
| 🔴 Last Date for Apply Online | 11 February 2026(Extended Date) |
| Application Form Correction | As per schedule |
| Written Examination Date | To be notified |
| Admit Card Release Date | Before exam |
| PET / PST Date | After written exam |
| Result Declaration | Later |
RSSB Forester Bharti 2026- Exam Pattern:
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Time Duration: 02 Hours
- Exam Type: Objective (MCQ)
- Syllabus Level: Higher Secondary (10+2)
- Subjects:
General Knowledge
Rajasthan History, Geography, Art & Culture
Social Studies
Everyday Science
Mathematics
Current Affairs
⚠️ Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
RSSB Forester Bharti 2026-Physical Standards
Physical Standards:
- Male: Height 163 cm, Chest 84 cm (+5 cm expansion)
- Female: Height 150 cm, Chest 79 cm (+5 cm expansion)
- ST / Special Area(Assamese, Bhutanese, Garhwali, Gorkha, Kumaun, Ladakhi, Mizo, Naga, Nepali, Sikkimese and candidates from Arunachal Pradesh, Lahaul & Spiti, Meghalaya): Male 152 cm, Female 145 cm
Physical Efficiency Test (Walking):
- Male: 25 km in 4 hours
- Female: 16 km in 4 hours
🔹 PST / PET is qualifying in nature only and conducted as per Rajasthan Forest Service Rules, 2015.
RSSB Forester Bharti 2026- Important Direct Link:
RSSB Forester Bharti 2026- Exam Tips Preparation:
- Focus on Rajasthan GK: History, Geography, Art & Culture are very important
- Revise 10+2 Level Maths: Percentage, Ratio, Average, Time & Work
- Daily Current Affairs: Especially Rajasthan-related news (last 6–12 months)
- Everyday Science: Basics of Physics, Chemistry & Biology
- Practice MCQs: Solve previous year RSSB / Forest Guard questions
- Time Management: Practice full-length mock tests (100 questions in 2 hours)
- Accuracy First: Due to 1/3 negative marking, avoid guesswork
📌 Tip: Make short notes and revise daily.
Refer Book :-
- Lucent General Knowledge
- Rajasthan GK by Laxminath
- NCERT (6th–12th)
- Previous Year RSSB Papers
- General Hindi & English books
RSSB Forester Bharti 2026- How To Apply:
- Visit SSO Rajasthan Portal
- Login using SSO ID
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Select Recruitment Portal → Apply Now
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit and take printout
RSSB Forester Bharti 2026- FAQs?
Q1. How many total posts are available?
👉A: There are 259 Vanpal (Forester) posts.
Q2. Is physical test mandatory?
👉A: Yes, PST and PET are compulsory.
Q3. What is the walking test requirement?
👉A: Male: 25 km in 4 hours
Female: 16 km in 4 hours
Q4. Is the job permanent?
👉A: Yes, it is a permanent government job.
Q5. Where will the exam be conducted?
👉A: At various exam centers in Rajasthan.
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