Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released Advertisement No. 22/2025 inviting applications from eligible Indian citizens for the post of Forest Ranger in the Assam Forest Service under the Environment & Forests Department.
Important Dates:
Application Start Date: 21st June 2025
Application Last Date: 20th July 2025
Fee Payment Last Date: 22nd July 2025
Post Details:
| Post Name | Total Posts | Reserved | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Ranger | 50 | Yes (OBC/ST) | 13 posts |
Location: Assam
Department: Environment & Forests Dept., Assam
Apply Online: https://apscrecruitment.in
Pay Scale:
₹22,000 – ₹97,000/- + Grade Pay ₹10,300/- (Pay Band-3)
Other allowances as per Assam Govt. rules
Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering with at least one of the following subjects:
Agriculture, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Forestry, Geology, Horticulture, Maths, Physics, Statistics, Veterinary Science, Zoology, or Engineering (Civil, Mech, Electrical, etc.)
Age Limit (as of 01-01-2025):
21 to 38 years
Relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 years (up to 43)
OBC/MOBC: 3 years (up to 41)
Physical Standard:
| Category | Male (Height) | Female (Height) |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/SC | 163 cm | 150 cm |
| ST(H)/ST(P) | 152 cm | 145 cm |
Chest (Normal/Expansion):
Male: 79 cm / 84 cm
Female: 74 cm / 79 cm
Application Fee:
| Category | Fee (₹) | Processing (₹) | Total (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 250 | 47.20 | 297.20 |
| OBC/MOBC | 150 | 47.20 | 197.20 |
| SC/ST/BPL | NIL | 47.20 | 47.20 |
Selection Process:
Written Exam – 500 Marks (Compulsory & Optional Papers)
Walking Test – 25 km (Male), 16 km (Female) in 4 hrs
Medical Examination
Interview/Viva-Voce – 75 Marks
Training & Bond:
Selected candidates will undergo 18 months forestry training and receive a Certificate in Forestry
Must execute a bond of ₹6,00,000 and deposit ₹6,000 caution money
How to Apply:
Visit The official website- https://apscrecruitment.in
Register/Login and select Forest Ranger Recruitment 2025
Fill in all details and upload scanned documents
Pay the application fee online
Submit and take a printout for future reference
Documents Required (During Interview):
HSLC Admit Card (DOB Proof)
Educational Certificates and Marksheets
Caste/PRC/Experience Certificates (if applicable)
Declaration Form-A (Small Family Norms)
Medical Fitness Certificates (after selection)
