Rajasthan RSSB Vanpal (Forester) Bharti 2026: Online Application for 259 Posts

RSSB Rajasthan Forester (Vanpal) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online, check eligibility and selection process

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has released a notification for direct recruitment to Forester (Vanpal) positions in the Rajasthan Forest Department. There are 259 posts available in this recruitment drive. This offers a valuable chance for individuals who have cleared the CET (Senior Secondary Level) 2024.

Applications can be submitted online starting from January 6, 2026, and the deadline is February 4, 2026. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria should apply via their Rajasthan SSO portal account. The recruitment process includes a written examination and a Physical Efficiency Test (PET).

Vacancy Details by Area

• Total Vacancies: 259
• Non-Scheduled Area (Non-TSP): 213 posts
• Scheduled Area (TSP): 46 posts

Main Highlights: RSSB Forester (Vanpal) Recruitment 2026

This recruitment covers positions in both Non-TSP (Non-Scheduled) and TSP (Scheduled) areas of Rajasthan. Final selection depends on performance in the written exam along with meeting physical standards.

Eligibility Requirements for RSSB Forester (Vanpal) Recruitment 2026

Applicants need to meet the required education and age conditions calculated as on 01 January 2027.

Educational Qualifications

• Passed Senior Secondary (10+2) examination from Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education, CBSE, or any recognized equivalent board.
• knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script.
• Must possess knowledge of Rajasthani culture and traditions.
• Essential: Qualified in the Common Eligibility Test (CET) at Senior Secondary Level conducted in 2024.

Age Criteria (as on 01 January 2027)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 40 years

Age Relaxation Rules

• SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS males (Rajasthan domicile): Up to 5 years
• General category females: Up to 5 years
• SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS females (Rajasthan domicile): Up to 10 years
• Special Provision: An extra 3-year relaxation applies to all candidates (regardless of category) since no recruitment was conducted in the past three years.

Physical Standards and Efficiency Test for RSSB Forester Recruitment 2026

Physical Standards (PST)

Candidates must meet the following minimum physical measurements:

• Height:
  • Male: 163 cm
  • Female: 150 cm
• Chest Measurement (Male only):
  • Normal (without expansion): 84 cm
  • With expansion: Minimum 5 cm
• Chest Measurement (Female only):
  • Normal (without expansion): 79 cm
  • With expansion: Minimum 5 cm

Note: Relaxation in physical standards is provided for Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates and those from certain notified hill areas.

Exam Pattern for RSSB Forester (Vanpal) Recruitment 2026

• The written exam is at Senior Secondary (10+2) level.
• Main focus areas: Rajasthan General Knowledge, General Science, and Mathematics.
• Exam Mode: Offline (OMR sheet based)
• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100
• Exam Duration: 2 Hours
• Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer

Subject-Wise Marks Distribution

• Rajasthan History, Art, Culture, Geography, Economy, and Polity → 50 marks
• Everyday Science (Basic Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) → 20 marks
• Mathematics (LCM/HCF, Percentage, Interest, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Data Interpretation, etc.) → 15 marks
• Current Affairs (Rajasthan and National events) → 15 marks

Grand Total → 100 marks

Salary Details for RSSB Forester (Vanpal) Recruitment 2026

Selected candidates will receive pay as per Pay Matrix Level-8 under Rajasthan Government’s 7th Pay Commission rules (basic pay range: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month after probation).

• During Probation (First 2 Years): Fixed monthly remuneration (as per government rules for probationer trainees).
• After Completing Probation: Full scale salary in Level-8 along with allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits.

Mode of Selection

The recruitment involves the following stages:

• Written Exam: One objective paper carrying 100 marks (with 100 questions).
• Physical Standards Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET): These are qualifying in nature (candidates must pass to proceed).
• Document Verification: Verification of original documents for qualified candidates.
• Final Merit List: Prepared based solely on scores obtained in the written examination.

Application Fee Details

• General Category and Creamy Layer OBC/MBC candidates: ₹600
• Non-Creamy Layer OBC/MBC, EWS, SC, ST (Rajasthan domicile): ₹400
• All Persons with Disabilities (PwD): ₹400

Key Dates for RSSB Forester (Vanpal) Recruitment

• Online Application Begins: 06 January 2026
• Last Date to Submit Application: 04 February 2026
• Date of Written Exam: To be notified later

Essential Links of RSSB Forester (Vanpal) Recruitment

Online Application Submit Process

Follow these steps to submit your application for RSSB Forester (Vanpal) Recruitment 2026:

1. Log in to SSO Portal Go to official website and sign in using your existing SSO ID and password.
2. Open Recruitment Section After logging in, find and click on the “Recruitment Portal” option under the Citizen Services section.
3. Complete One-Time Registration (if required) If you haven’t done OTR yet, finish the one-time registration process and pay the required fee
   • General/Creamy Layer candidates: ₹600
   • Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/MBC-NCL/EWS/PwD): ₹400
4. Find the Recruitment Look for the notification titled “Forester Direct Recruitment 2026” and click the “Apply Now” button next to it.
5. Provide CET Information Enter your CET (Senior Secondary Level) 2024 application/roll number to link your eligibility.
6. Complete the Application Form Check the details that auto-fill from your profile, add any missing information, and upload required documents if asked.
7. Final Submission Review the entire form carefully, make the final submission, and download or print the completed application for your records.