Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB / RSMSSB), Jaipur, has released the detailed notification for direct recruitment to 259 Forester posts under the Forest Department. Eligible candidates can submit online applications from 06 January 2026 onwards. The board encourages applications from all eligible candidates, including women, to ensure diversity in the workforce.
The Candidates are strongly advised to thoroughly read the official RSSB Forester Recruitment 2026 notification before applying to verify eligibility conditions such as age, educational qualification, category reservations, and other requirements.
| 🏢 Organization | Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB), Jaipur |
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| 💼 Post Name | Forester (Vanpal) |
| 📊 Total Vacancies | 259 Posts |
| 🎯 Age Limit | 18-40 Years (as on 01/01/2027) |
| 💰 Monthly Salary | Pay Matrix Level-8 |
| 🎓 Minimum Qualification | 10+2 Pass + ITI in Civil Survey / Diploma in Civil Engineering + RSSB CET (12th Level) 2024 Passed |
| 💳 Application Fee | ₹400/- to ₹600/- (Category-wise) |
| 📝 Selection Process | Written Exam + PET/PST + Document Verification + Medical Exam |
| 📍 Job Location | Rajasthan |
| ⏰ Last Date | 04 February 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Area | Gen | EWS | BC | MBC | SC | ST | Total |
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| Non-TSP | 101 | 21 | 22 | 10 | 31 | 28 | 213 |
| TSP | 27 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 03 | 16 | 46 |
| Grand Total | 259 | ||||||
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years (as on 01 January 2027)
- Age relaxation applicable as per Rajasthan Government rules for reserved categories.
- Educational Qualification: Senior Secondary (10+2) from a recognized Board + ITI Certificate in Civil Survey or Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.
- Mandatory: Must have passed RSSB CET (Senior Secondary Level) 2024.
- Working knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari Script and knowledge of Rajasthani culture.
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Written Examination |
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET) / Physical Standard Test (PST) |
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Document Verification |
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Medical Examination |
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Application Fee |
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General / OBC / EBC (Creamy Layer) |
₹600/- |
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OBC / EBC (NCL) / EWS |
₹400/- |
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SC / ST / PwD |
₹400/- |
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Correction Charges |
₹300/- |
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Payment Mode |
Online |
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Short Notice Released |
17 July 2025 |
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Detailed Notification Released |
05 January 2026 |
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Start of Online Application |
06 January 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply Online |
04 February 2026 (11:59 PM) |
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Exam Date |
28 June 2026 |
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Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE only through the Rajasthan SSO Portal.
➢ Step 1: Visit sso.rajasthan.gov.in and login/register from 06 January 2026.
➢ Step 2: Go to Recruitment Portal and select Forester Recruitment 2026 application.
➢ Step 3: Fill the form with accurate details and upload required documents.
➢ Step 4: Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
➢ Step 5: Submit the application before 04 February 2026 (11:59 PM) and keep a printout for reference.
259 posts (Non-TSP: 213, TSP: 46).
18-40 Years as on 01 January 2027, with relaxation as per rules.
Senior Secondary (10+2) Pass + ITI in Civil Survey or Diploma in Civil Engineering + Passed RSSB CET (12th Level) 2024.
Written Exam, PET/PST, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
₹600/- for General/OBC/EBC (CL); ₹400/- for others; Correction: ₹300/-.
Application starts: 06 January 2026; Ends: 04 February 2026; Exam: 28 June 2026.