Jharkhand Forest Guard Recruitment 2025
The Jharkhand Forest Guard Recruitment 2025 notification has been highlighted in the Jharkhand Gazette, offering aspiring candidates a promising opportunity to serve in the state’s forest department. Below is a detailed breakdown:
Job Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Forest Guard (Van Rakshi) |
| Department | Jharkhand Forest, Environment, and Climate Change Department |
| Total Vacancies | Approx. 2000 (Exact number to be confirmed) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Conducting Body | Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) |
| Minimum Educational Qualification | Intermediate (10+2) in Arts, Science, or Commerce streams |
| Age Limit (General Category) | Minimum: 18 years, Maximum: 35 years |
| Relaxations in Age | OBC: 2 years, Women: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years |
| Salary | Pay Scale as per Jharkhand State Government norms |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/Female | ₹50 |
Selection Process
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- Men: Walk 25 km in 4 hours
- Women: Walk 14 km in 4 hours
- Written Examination (Three Papers):
- Paper 1: Language Paper (Hindi & English, Qualifying)
- Paper 2: Regional Language (Santhali, Bangla, Ho, etc.)
- Paper 3: General Knowledge (including Jharkhand-specific questions)
- Medical Examination & Document Verification
Physical Standards
| Category | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC Men | 165 cm | 79-84 cm |
| SC/ST Men | 152 cm | 77-82 cm |
| Women (General/OBC) | 150 cm | Not Applicable |
| Women (SC/ST) | 145 cm | Not Applicable |
Work Responsibilities
Forest Guards are responsible for:
- Protecting forests and wildlife from illegal activities.
- Preventing poaching, tree felling, and smuggling of forest produce.
- Ensuring conservation of natural resources and maintaining ecological balance.
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Topics | Questions | Marks | Qualifying Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Hindi and English | 120 (60+60) | 360 | 30 Marks (Qualifying) |
| Paper 2 | Regional Language | 100 | 300 | No minimum for selection |
| Paper 3 | General Knowledge & Jharkhand GK | Varies | Varies | Based on Merit |
Expected Timeline
- Official Notification: January 2025 (After JSSC Calendar release)
- Application Start Date: Likely February/March 2025
How to Apply
- Visit the official JSSC website.
- Fill in the online form after the official notification.
- Pay the application fee and upload necessary documents.