The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has announced a significant recruitment drive for the position of Forest Guard under Advertisement No. 04/2026. This recruitment aims to fill 779 vacancies in the Forest Department. Eligible candidates who have qualified for the Haryana CET Group C (2025) and meet the educational requirements can submit their applications through the official HSSC portal. This is a golden opportunity for job seekers looking for a stable government career in the Haryana state services.
HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) |
| Post Name | Forest Guard |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 779 |
| Job Category | Group C |
| Job Location | Haryana |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | hssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 6th February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 9th February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23rd February 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam Date | To be notified later |
Vacancy Details
The commission has notified 779 total vacancies for Forest Guards, distributed across various categories including General, SC, BC, and EWS. These posts are part of the Group C services under the Forest Department of Haryana, ensuring a structured career path for selected candidates.
| Category | Vacancies |
| General (UR) | 318 |
| DSC | 55 |
| OSC | 55 |
| BCA | 102 |
| BCB | 8 |
| EWS | 123 |
| ESM (Gen, DSC, OSC, BCA, BCB) | 118 |
| Total | 779 |
Education Details
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
- Applicants must have qualified for the Haryana CET Group C (2025) to be eligible for Phase II registration.
Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed in Pay Level 3 of the Haryana Pay Matrix.
Pay Scale: ₹21,700 to ₹69,100.
Additional Benefits: Selected employees are also entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other allowances as per state government norms.
Age Limit (As of 01-01-2026)
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 42 Years
Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation is provided to SC, BC, and other reserved categories as per Haryana Government rules (typically 5 years for SC/BC).
Selection Process
The selection for HSSC Forest Guard involves multiple stages to ensure both academic and physical fitness:
Shortlisting: Based on Haryana CET (Phase I) scores.
Written Examination: OMR-based test (100 marks).
Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Height (Male: 168cm, Female: 155cm).
Physical Endurance Test (PET): Walking test (Male: 25km in 4 hrs, Female: 14km in 4 hrs).
Document Verification & Medical Examination.
Application Fee
All Categories: Nil (No fee is required to be deposited for applying against these posts).
How to Apply
- Visit the official HSSC recruitment portal at hssc.gov.in.
- Search for the link “HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 04/2026” or “CET Phase-II Registration”.
- Log in using your CET Registration Number and Date of Birth.
- Fill in the required personal and educational details in the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents (10+2 certificate, photo, signature, and category certificate).
- Review your application details carefully before the final submission.
- Submit the form and print the acknowledgement for future reference.
Official Links
| HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 04/2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 04/2026 Apply Online Link | Click Here |
