📋 Quick Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) |
| Position | Forester (Vanpal) |
| Total Vacancies | 259 Posts |
| Job Type | Government – Permanent Position |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | www.rssb.rajasthan.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates to Remember
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Starts | 6 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 4 February 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified separately |
| Exam Date | To be notified separately |
| Result Release | To be notified separately |
📍 Vacancy Distribution Details
Your job opportunities are spread across different areas and communities:
Non-Scheduled Area: 213 Posts
- General Category: 71 posts
- SC Category: 22 posts
- ST Category: 19 posts
- OBC Category: 15 posts
- MBC Category: 7 posts
- EWS Category: 15 posts
Scheduled Area: 46 Posts
- General Category: 19 posts
- SC Category: 2 posts
- ST Category: 11 posts
Special reservations also exist for women, widows, divorced women, persons with disabilities, ex-servicemen, and outstanding sportspersons.
🎓 Educational Qualifications Required
This job is perfect for 10+2 passers! Here’s what you need:
- ✅ Minimum Education: Senior Secondary (10+2) pass from any recognized board (Rajasthan, CBSE, or equivalent)
- ✅ Language Skills: Basic working knowledge of Hindi written in Devnagari script
- ✅ Knowledge: Basic understanding of Rajasthan’s culture and geography
- ✅ If You’re Appearing Now: You can apply even if you’re currently in your final 10+2 exam, but you must pass before the examination date
Special Category: Ex-servicemen with 15 years of military service and equivalent qualification can also apply.
💰 Salary & Benefits
This is a lucrative opportunity with excellent pay! Here’s what you’ll earn:
Salary Package:
- Pay Scale: Level 8 (7th Pay Commission)
- Monthly Salary: ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 per month
- Plus Allowances: After probation completion, you’ll get HRA, Dearness Allowance (DA), and other benefits
During Probation Period (2 years):
- Fixed monthly remuneration as per government orders
- No additional allowances during this period
- After completing probation and passing post-training exam, you’ll get full benefits
⏳ Age Limit (Calculated as on 1 January 2027)
Basic Age Requirement:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Special Relaxation: 3 years extra (since recruitment wasn’t done for 3 years)
Age Relaxations Available:
- SC/ST/OBC/MBC candidates (Rajasthan residents): 5 years extra
- General Female candidates: 5 years extra
- SC/ST/OBC/MBC Female candidates (Rajasthan residents): 10 years extra
- Ex-servicemen: 15 years extra (but not exceeding 50 years)
- Widows and Divorced women: No upper age limit
- Outstanding sportspersons: Check notification for details
🎯 Selection Process
Your journey to becoming a Forester involves these steps:
Step 1: Written Examination (Based on CET 2024 Scores)
- Type: Offline OMR-based exam
- Questions: 100 objective type (Multiple choice)
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for wrong answers
- Subjects: General Knowledge, Social Studies, Geography, History, Art & Culture, Science, Mathematics, Current Affairs (Rajasthan-focused)
Step 2: Physical Fitness Test
- Walking Test: Males must walk 25 km in 4 hours, Females must walk 16 km in 4 hours
- This is qualifying in nature (you must pass to proceed)
Step 3: Document Verification
- Final document check for selected candidates
Final Merit List: Prepared based on written exam marks + physical fitness test
📏 Physical Standards Required
| Category | Height | Chest | Chest Expansion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 163 cm | 84 cm | 5 cm |
| Female | 150 cm | 79 cm | 5 cm |
ST and Certain Communities Relaxation:
- Male: 152 cm minimum
- Female: 145 cm minimum
📑 How to Apply – Simple Steps
You need a Single Sign On (SSO) ID. Follow these easy steps:
- Visit the Portal: Go to http://sso.rajasthan.gov.in
- Login or Register: Use your existing SSO ID or create a new one
- Select Recruitment: Choose “Citizen Apps (G2C)” → “Recruitment Portal”
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR):
- Select your category (General, SC, ST, OBC, MBC, EWS)
- Mention if you have disability
- Select home state
- Pay the application fee
- Fill Application Form:
- Enter your CET (Senior Secondary) 2024 application number
- Fill all details carefully
- Upload your photograph, signature, and thumb impression
- Upload Documents:
- Educational certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Other relevant documents
- Review & Submit: Check everything one final time, then submit
- Save Your Details: Note your application number and keep a printout
Important: No hard copies need to be sent. Everything is online!
💵 Application Fee Structure
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General & Creamy Layer OBC/MBC | ₹600 |
| Non-Creamy OBC/MBC, EWS, SC, ST (Rajasthan residents) | ₹400 |
| All Divyang (PWD) Candidates | ₹400 |
| Correction Fee (if needed later) | ₹300 |
Payment Methods: E-Mitra, Jan Suvidha Kendra, Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card
Note: If you’ve already paid One-Time Registration fee before, you don’t need to pay again!
⚙️ Key Documents You’ll Need
Make sure you have ready:
- ✅ 10+2 Certificate or Mark Sheet
- ✅ Aadhar Card or any Government ID
- ✅ Recent Passport-Size Photo (2.5×2.5 cm, not older than 1 month)
- ✅ Signature scan (in both Hindi and English if possible)
- ✅ Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- ✅ Original Application Form printout
- ✅ E-Admit Card
What NOT to Bring to Exam Center:
- ❌ Mobile phones
- ❌ Electronic gadgets
- ❌ Wallets or purses
- Only: Blue pen, ID, photo, e-admit card allowed
📘 Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Official Application Portal |
| Official Notification PDF | Detailed Notification |
| RSSB Website | Official Updates |
For Help:
- E-Mitra Support: 0141-2922241 / 2922238
- Online Application Issues: 0294-3057541
- Email: [email protected]
❓ Quick FAQs
Q: Can I apply if I’m still completing 10+2? A: Yes! You can apply now, but you must pass before the exam date.
Q: What’s the relaxation for Rajasthan residents? A: SC/ST/OBC/MBC males get 5 extra years. Females in these categories get 10 extra years. General females get 5 extra years.
Q: Can I change my application after submitting? A: Yes, there’s a correction window (usually 3 days after application closes). A small fee of ₹300 applies.
Q: What salary do I get during probation? A: Fixed remuneration as per government orders. Full salary package comes after probation completion.
Q: Is the physical test mandatory? A: Yes, it’s a qualifying test. You must pass to get selected.
🌟 Why This Is a Great Opportunity!
✨ Permanent government job with excellent salary progression
✨ After probation: Full salary package with HRA, DA, and allowances
✨ Job security in the Rajasthan Forest Department
✨ Multiple vacancies – 259 posts means more chances!
✨ Great career growth in forest management and conservation
✨ Inclusive hiring with reservations for all eligible categories
Last Updated: 6 January 2026
Application Deadline: 4 February 2026 at 11:59 PM
Start your application today! This is your chance for a stable, well-paying government career! 🚀
