Forest Range Officer 2026 – 16 Vacancies | BPSSC

Introduction

The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has issued Advertisement No. 10/2026 for the direct recruitment of Forest Range Officer (Van Kshetra Padadhikari) in the Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department, Government of Bihar. A total of 16 vacancies are available, and the online application window is open from 16 July 2026 to 16 August 2026.

Highlights

Post & Organization Details

The post is under the Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department, Government of Bihar. The appointing authority is the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF), Bihar, Patna. Selected candidates will be placed at Pay Level‑6 (Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400) as per the 7th Pay Commission.

Vacancy Details

Additionally, 1 post (2 %) is horizontally reserved for grandchildren of freedom fighters.

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Indian citizens (Male, Female, and Third Gender) are eligible.

Educational Qualification (as on 1 August 2025)

• A Bachelor’s degree with at least one subject from Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or Zoology, or
• A Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Forestry, or Engineering from a recognized university or equivalent institution.

Age Limit (as on 1 August 2025)

Age Relaxation

• Bihar government employees: 5 years relaxation in maximum age for candidates with a minimum of 3 years regular service.
• Ex‑servicemen (civil posts): 3 years relaxation plus relaxation equal to length of defence service, provided actual age does not exceed 57 years on the cut‑off date.

Physical Standards

Height

Chest (Male candidates only)

Third‑Gender candidates follow the BC category standards.

Pay Scale & Salary

Selected officers will be appointed at Pay Level‑6 with a salary range of Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400 as per the 7th Pay Commission matrix. Specific in‑hand salary and allowances are not detailed in the notification.

Application Fee

Payment is to be made online via Net Banking, Credit Card, or RuPay Debit Card. Transaction charges are borne by the candidate. The fee is non‑refundable except for technical failures.

Important Dates

Selection Process

1. Written Examination (Paper 1 – General Hindi; Paper 2 – General Studies).
2. Interview (50 marks) for candidates shortlisted based on written‑exam merit.
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – 25 km walk for males (4 hrs) / 14 km walk for females (4 hrs).
4. Medical Examination.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official BPSSC website: bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
2. Navigate to the “Recruitment” or “Notifications” section and locate Advertisement No. 10/2026 for Forest Range Officer.
3. Click on the “Online Application” link and fill in all required details accurately.
4. Upload scanned copies of the required documents (photograph, signature, educational certificates, etc.) as per the checklist.
5. Pay the application fee of Rs. 100/- using Net Banking, Credit Card, or RuPay Debit Card.
6. After successful payment, submit the application and note down the generated Application ID for future reference.
7. Print the confirmation page for your records.

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FAQs

1. What is the last date to submit the online application?
   The last date is 16 August 2026.
2. Is there any age relaxation for ex‑servicemen?
   Yes, ex‑servicemen get a relaxation of 3 years plus additional relaxation equal to the length of defence service, subject to a maximum age of 57 years.
3. What is the application fee for all categories?
   The fee is a uniform Rs. 100/- for every candidate.
4. Which pay level will the selected officers receive?
   Selected candidates will be appointed at Pay Level‑6 (Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400).
5. How many candidates will be shortlisted for the interview?
   Candidates equal to 6 times the number of vacancies (category‑wise) based on written‑exam merit will be called for the interview.