RSSB Forester Recruitment 2026 out for 259 Posts Vacancy
The RSSB Forester Recruitment 2026 is now open! Starting January 6, 2026, eligible candidates can apply online for 259 Forester (Vanpal) posts in the Rajasthan Forest Department. The application window is open until February 4, 2026.
This recruitment offers a Level-8 pay scale of ₹56,100–₹1,77,500, with selection based on CET 2024 marks and a physical efficiency test. Candidates who have passed 10+2 and are aged 18–40 years can apply.
Post Details
| Company Name | Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) |
| Post Name | Forester (Vanpal) |
| No of Posts | 259 |
| Salary | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 Per Month |
| Qualification | Senior Secondary (10+2) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years |
| Start Date for Apply | 06/01/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 04/02/2026 (23:59 hours) |
| Official Website | www.rssb.rajasthan.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | 01/2026 |
| CET (Senior Secondary Level) 2024 Score Card Release Date | 17/02/2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 06/01/2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 04/02/2026 (23:59 hours) |
| Correction Window (Tentative) | Will be notified separately (3 days after application closure + 1 month before exam) |
| Application Withdrawal Period (if applicable) | Will be notified separately (approximately 1 month before examination) |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be notified separately |
| Examination Date | To be notified separately |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Senior Secondary Examination (10+2) from the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education, Ajmer, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), or any equivalent board recognized by the Government.
- Language & Cultural Knowledge: Candidates should have a working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script and familiarity with Rajasthan culture.
- Final Year Students: Candidates appearing in the final year of the qualifying examination are eligible to apply, provided they complete the required qualification before the date of the Forester examination.
- Ex-Servicemen: Ex-servicemen with 15 years of military service and holding a certificate equivalent to graduation may apply by entering ‘Not Applicable’ in the roll number field and selecting ‘N’ grade in the result.
- Essential Citizenship Criteria
- Candidates must fall under one of the following categories:
- Indian citizen
- Citizen of Nepal or Bhutan
- Tibetan refugee who came to India before 01 January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India
- Person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or East African countries for permanent settlement in India
- For categories (3) and (4) above, candidates must submit a valid eligibility certificate issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
Fee Structure
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General Category and Creamy Layer OBC/MBC candidates | ₹600/- |
| Non-Creamy Layer OBC/MBC, Economically Weaker Section (EWS), SC, ST candidates of Rajasthan | ₹400/- |
| All Divyang (Persons with Disabilities) candidates | ₹400/- |
| Correction Fee (if applicable) | ₹300/- |
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years (as on 01-01-2027)
- Maximum Age: 40 years (as on 01-01-2027)
- Special Relaxation: An additional 3 years relaxation is granted to all candidates as Forester recruitment has not been conducted in the past 3 years.
- Age Relaxation Details
- SC/ST/OBC/MBC Male candidates (original residents of Rajasthan): 5 years
- General Category Female candidates: 5 years
- SC/ST/OBC/MBC Female candidates (original residents of Rajasthan): 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 15 years relaxation as per Rajasthan Civil Services (Absorption of Ex-Servicemen) Rules, 1988. However:
- Upper age limit after relaxation will not exceed 50 years
- In direct recruitment requiring lower post experience, maximum age limit is 55 years
- NCC Cadet Instructors: Period of NCC service will be deducted from actual age, provided the resulting age does not exceed the prescribed maximum age by more than 3 years
- Widows and Divorced Women: No age limit, subject to being below the retirement age fixed by the State Government
- Emergency Commission Officers and Short Service Commission Officers: Considered within age limit even if they have crossed the prescribed age at the time of Selection Board
- Persons who returned to India from Pakistan during 1971 India-Pakistan war: No age limit
- Important: Age relaxations are non-cumulative. Candidates can avail only one provision for age relaxation.
Total Post
259 Posts
Vacancy Details
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| Area | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Non-Scheduled Area (General Area) | 213 |
| Scheduled Area | 46 |
| Total | 259 |
Non-Scheduled Area Category-wise Distribution (213 Posts)
| Category | General | General Female | Widow | Divorced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 71 | 20 | 08 | 02 |
| SC | 22 | 05 | 03 | 01 |
| ST | 19 | 05 | 03 | 01 |
| OBC | 15 | 05 | 02 | 00 |
| MBC | 07 | 02 | 01 | 00 |
| EWS | 15 | 05 | 01 | 00 |
| Saharia Tribe (Baran District) | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Horizontal Reservation for Non-Scheduled Area
| Category | GEN | SC | ST | OBC | MBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divyang | 13 | 12 | 03 | 03 | 02 | 01 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 02 | |||||
| Outstanding Sportsperson | 04 | |||||
| Acid Attack Victim | As per rules | |||||
Scheduled Area Category-wise Distribution (46 Posts)
| Category | General | General Female | Widow | Divorced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 19 | 05 | 03 | 00 |
| SC | 02 | 01 | – | – |
| ST | 11 | 04 | 01 | 00 |
Horizontal Reservation for Scheduled Area
| Category | GEN | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Divyang | 04 | 03 | 00 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 02 | ||
| Outstanding Sportsperson | 01 | ||
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| Mode Of Selection |
| Basis of Selection: Marks obtained in the Common Eligibility Test (Senior Secondary Level) 2024 conducted by Rajasthan Subordinate & Ministerial Services Selection Board (RSSB). Written Examination: Conducted offline using OMR sheets Objective type (multiple-choice questions) Total Questions: 100 | Total Marks: 100 | Duration: 2 hours All questions carry equal marks Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer Syllabus: Questions will cover General Knowledge, Social Studies, Geography, History, Art & Culture, Everyday Science, Mathematics, and Current Affairs with a focus on Rajasthan State, at the Senior Secondary Level. Normalization: If the exam is conducted in multiple shifts, a normalization process will be applied. Physical Fitness Test: Shortlisted candidates will undergo a physical fitness test after the written exam. Document Verification: Conducted for finally selected candidates. Final Merit List: Prepared based on aggregate marks of the written examination and physical fitness test. |
Physical Standards and Fitness Test
Physical Measurement Standards
| Candidate | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) | Expansion (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 163 | 84 | 05 |
| Female | 150 | 79 | 05 |
Relaxation for Scheduled Tribes and certain communities:
| Candidate | Height (cm) |
|---|---|
| Male (ST and specified communities) | 152 |
| Female (ST and specified communities) | 145 |
- Male Candidates: Must complete a 25 km walk within 4 hours
- Female Candidates: Must complete a 16 km walk within 4 hours
- Nature of Test: Physical measurement standards and efficiency test are qualifying in nature
- Conducting Authority: The test will be conducted by officers nominated by the committee constituted under Rule 23(2)
| General Information |
| SSO Login: Candidates must log in through the SSO Portal at http://sso.rajasthan.gov.in and select Recruitment Portal from Citizen Apps (G2C). One-Time Registration (OTR): If the OTR fee is not paid, candidates must first complete the OTR process by selecting category (UR/Reserved), disability status, and home state, and pay the prescribed fee. After completing OTR, candidates can apply using their SSO ID by entering their CET (Senior Secondary) 2024 online application number. The system will verify the CET 2024 application number and SSO ID before opening the application form. Application Form & Documents: RSSB has updated the online form regarding educational qualifications and document upload process. Candidates must carefully select their educational qualification in the OTR dashboard. All educational documents must be uploaded in the Document Details section as per recruitment rules. Candidates are solely responsible for the authenticity and correctness of their details. Incorrect or misleading information may lead to rejection and legal action under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Section 217. Information entered in OTR will be displayed in the application form and cannot be modified. Submission & SSO ID Use: All other information must be filled carefully. Errors made by an E-Mitra operator will be considered the candidate’s responsibility. After Final Submit, an online application number will be generated. Candidates must keep a printout for future reference. Candidates must use their own SSO ID only; applications submitted from another SSO ID will not be accepted. Preview of the form does not count as final submission. Only submitted applications by the prescribed date are valid. Offline applications will not be accepted. Payment Guidelines: Candidates must pay the one-time registration fee before the last date and verify pending transactions. Use only the official SSO portal; no other portal or facility is valid. Communication: Candidates must register their own mobile number and email ID and not change them until the completion of the appointment process. Important updates will be sent only to the registered mobile number and email ID. Examination Instructions: Dress code prescribed by the Board must be followed. Prohibited items: Mobile phones, purses, electronic gadgets. Allowed items: Transparent blue pen, one recent photograph (2.5×2.5 cm, not older than 1 month), original photo ID, and e-admit card. Confiscated items will not be the responsibility of the Board or Center Superintendent. Other Important Notes: All information will be published on the RSSB website (rssb.rajasthan.gov.in) only. No separate correspondence will be made. The Board reserves the right to modify the advertised number of posts before the result. Marriage registration is mandatory as per Government circular dated 22-05-2006. Helpdesk: E-Mitra Helpline: 0141-2922241 / 2922238 Online Application Issues: 0294-3057541 Emails: ITCELL.RSSB@RAJASTHAN.GOV.IN, RECRUITMENTHELPDESK@RAJASTHAN.GOV.IN, cpg.rssb@rajasthan.gov.in |
How to Apply
Step 1: Application Fee
- SSO Login: Visit the SSO Portal at http://sso.rajasthan.gov.in and log in using your SSO ID.
- If you do not have an SSO ID, register first by providing the required details.
- Access Recruitment Portal: After login, go to Citizen Apps (G2C) and select Recruitment Portal. Click on Apply Now.
- One-Time Registration (OTR) Fee:
- If you have not paid the OTR fee, complete the OTR process first by selecting your category (Unreserved, EWS, OBC-NC, MBC-NC, SC, ST, SAH), disability status, and home state.
- Pay the prescribed fee through available online payment modes.
- Application Form:
- After OTR completion, enter your CET (Senior Secondary) 2024 application number.
- The system will verify your CET 2024 details with your SSO ID.
- Once verified, the application form will open.
- Fill in all required details carefully.
- Upload your live photograph, scanned signature (in Hindi and English), and thumb impression as per guidelines.
- Upload all required documents (educational certificates, category certificates, etc.) in the Document Details section.
- Verify all information before clicking Final Submit.
- Submission Confirmation:
- After successful submission, an online application number will be generated.
- Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
- Note down your application number and keep it safe.
- No need to send hard copies of the application or documents to the Board office.
- Correction Window:
- Candidates can make corrections during the correction window by paying a fee of ₹300/-.
- Two correction windows will be provided:
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RSSB Forester Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there for RSSB Forester recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 259 vacancies, with 213 posts in Non-Scheduled Areas and 46 posts in Scheduled Areas. The posts are distributed across various categories including General, SC, ST, OBC, MBC, and EWS, with horizontal reservations for women, ex-servicemen, persons with disabilities, and outstanding sportspersons.
Q2. What is the educational qualification required for RSSB Forester posts?
Candidates must have passed the Senior Secondary Examination (10+2) from the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education, Ajmer, CBSE, or an equivalent board recognized by the Government. Candidates must also have working knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script and familiarity with Rajasthan’s culture.
Q3. What is the age limit for RSSB Forester recruitment 2026?
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years (as on 01-01-2027)
- Special Relaxation: Additional 3 years for all candidates.
- Category-wise Relaxation:
- SC/ST/OBC/MBC male candidates: 5 years
- General female candidates: 5 years
- SC/ST/OBC/MBC female candidates (Rajasthan residents): 10 years
Q4. What is the application fee for RSSB Forester posts?
- General & Creamy Layer OBC/MBC candidates: ₹600/-
- Non-Creamy Layer OBC/MBC, EWS, SC, ST candidates of Rajasthan, and Divyang candidates: ₹400/-
This is a one-time registration (OTR) fee. Candidates who have already paid the OTR fee need not pay again.
Q5. How can I apply for RSSB Forester recruitment 2026?
Applications are accepted online only via the SSO Portal (http://sso.rajasthan.gov.in).
- Submit the application before the last date: 04-02-2026.
- Log in using your SSO ID and select Citizen Apps (G2C) → Recruitment Portal.
- Complete the OTR process if not already done.
- Enter your CET (Senior Secondary) 2024 application number.
- Fill in the application form and upload all required documents.