Comprehensive Overview & Notification Background
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the advance exam city intimation slip for the UPSSSC Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) & Wildlife Guard (Jeev Rakshak) Main Examination 2026. Candidates who have successfully registered and shortlisted for the 708 advertised vacancies can now check their assigned examination district online through the official UPSSSC portal.
This examination is conducted to fill critical posts in the Uttar Pradesh Forest and Wildlife Department. The written Main Exam is scheduled to take place on 27 September 2026 across various designated test centers in Uttar Pradesh. The release of the advance exam city details allows candidates to make necessary travel and accommodation arrangements well in advance of the test date.
Vacancies Breakdown & Educational Eligibility Criteria
The total number of 708 vacancies is distributed across two major cadres in the State Forest Department:
- Forest Guard (Van Rakshak): Major portion of total vacancies.
- Wildlife Guard (Jeev Rakshak): Remaining allocated vacancies.
To be eligible for these posts, candidates were required to fulfill specific educational qualifications and criteria at the time of application:
- Educational Qualification: Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent examination passed from a recognized Board/University in India.
- PET Requirement: Candidates must possess a valid UPSSSC PET Scorecard and must have been shortlisted based on their PET cut-off percentile.
Age Limit, Age Relaxation Rules, & Reservation Policy
The age qualification criteria for UPSSSC Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard recruitment are as follows:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age Relaxation: Relaxation in upper age limit is provided to reserved categories domiciled in Uttar Pradesh as per state government rules (5 years for SC/ST/OBC candidates, and relaxation for Ex-Servicemen/Sports Persons as applicable).
Pay Scale, Salary Structure, Allowance, & Perks
Selected candidates as Forest Guard or Wildlife Guard will be placed under the Pay Matrix Level-2 structure:
- Pay Level: Matrix Level-2
- Pay Band: Rs. 5,200 - 20,200/- with Grade Pay Rs. 1,900/-
- Basic Pay Range: Rs. 19,900 - 63,200/-
- Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Uniform Allowance, Travel Allowance (TA), and medical benefits as per UP Government policies.
Selection Process
The selection mechanism for UPSSSC Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard posts involves multiple competitive phases:
- Written Main Examination: Objective type written test containing 200 questions.
- Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Standard physical measurements (Height, Chest) and endurance tests (Walking/Running with weight).
- Document Verification (DV): Verification of original academic certificates, caste certificates, domicile, and PET scorecard.
- Medical Examination: Final medical fitness assessment prior to appointment.
Detailed Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
The UPSSSC Forest Guard written exam is a single-stage objective test. Below is the detailed breakdown of subjects, questions, and marks allocated:
| Subject Name | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi Knowledge & Writing Ability | 80 | 80 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes (150 Mins) |
| General Knowledge | 60 | 60 | |
| General Intelligence Test (Reasoning) | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Marking Scheme Details: Each question carries 1 mark. There is a negative marking of 1/4th (0.25) mark for every incorrect response.
Step-by-Step Guide to Check UPSSSC Forest Guard Exam City 2026
Candidates can follow these official steps to check their exam city intimation slip online:
- Visit the official website of UPSSSC at upsssc.gov.in.
- On the homepage, navigate to the Applicant Segment / Announcement Section.
- Click on the link titled "Click here to check Exam District / Advance Intimation Slip for Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Main Exam 2026".
- Enter your Registration Number, Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY), Gender, and the Verification Code / Captcha displayed on screen.
- Click on the Download / Submit button.
- Your exam city details, along with exam date and session information, will be displayed on the screen.
- Download and print a copy for your reference. Note that the detailed admit card containing test center name and address will be issued separately a few days prior to the exam.
Important Guidelines & Documents Required for Examination
Candidates preparing to appear for the UPSSSC Main Examination must strictly adhere to the following instructions:
- Bring a printed copy of the official Admit Card once available, along with a original valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Driving License, or Passport).
- Carry two recent passport-size photographs to the examination center.
- Electronic gadgets, smartwatches, calculators, and study materials are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall.
- Arrive at the examination center well before the reporting time specified on the admit card to avoid entry hassle.