The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has officially issued a short notification regarding the recruitment of 785 posts in the Rajasthan Forest Department. These posts include Forester, Forest Guard, and Surveyor, and are advertised under the recruitment notification number 14(173)/RSSB/Forest Department/Direct Recruitment/2025.
Aspiring candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online via the official RSSB website. While the exact application start and end dates will be announced shortly in the full notification, applicants are advised to begin their preparation based on the available short notice.
It is important to note that only those candidates who have passed the CET 10+2 level examination in Rajasthan will be eligible to apply for these posts.
RSSB Forest Department Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Department Name | Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB), Jaipur |
| Recruitment Name | RSSB Forest Department Various Post Direct Recruitment 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 785 |
| Official Website | https://rssb.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Job Location | Rajasthan |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary Pay Matrix | Level-4, Level-5 & Level-10 (post-wise) |
| Age Limit | Will be updated soon |
| Selection Process | Written Test + PET + Medical Test + DV + Final Merit |
Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
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Forester: 259 posts
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Forest Guard: 483 posts
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Surveyor: 43 posts
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS / EBC(CL) | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹400/- |
| PH (Persons with Disabilities) | ₹400/- |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Note: One-Time Registration (OTR) is required before applying.
Important Dates (To Be Updated Soon)
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Notification Release Date: Coming Soon
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Start of Online Application: Coming Soon
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Last Date to Apply: Coming Soon
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Fee Payment Deadline: Coming Soon
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Exam Date: Will be announced
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Admit Card Release: Before the Exam
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Answer Key: After the Exam
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Result Date: After the Exam
Age Criteria (As on 01/01/2026)
| Post Name | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Forester | 18 Years | 40 Years |
| Forest Guard | 18 Years | 25 Years |
| Surveyor | 18 Years | 40 Years |
Age Relaxation (as per Rajasthan Govt norms):
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SC/ST/OBC (Male): 5 years
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SC/ST/OBC/EWS (Female): 10 years
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Unreserved Female: 5 years
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Ex-servicemen / Reserved Defence Employees: Up to 40 years
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Forester | Passed 10+2 CET 2024 + Working knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari Script) + Awareness of Rajasthan Culture |
| Forest Guard | 10th Pass from a recognized board + Working knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari Script) + Awareness of Rajasthan Culture |
| Surveyor | 10+2 Pass + ITI in Survey Trade or equivalent diploma + Working knowledge of Hindi + Rajasthan Culture Awareness |
Selection Process
Candidates applying for the RSSB Forest Department Recruitment 2025 will go through a multi-stage selection process, including:
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Written Examination
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
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Medical Examination
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Document Verification (DV)
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Final Merit List Preparation
Post-Wise Salary Details
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Forester: Pay Matrix Level-8 (Approx. ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100)
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Forest Guard: Pay Matrix Level-4 (Approx. ₹25,500 to ₹81,100)
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Surveyor: Pay Matrix Level-5 (Approx. ₹29,200 to ₹92,300)
Steps to Apply Online for RSSB Forest Department Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps to submit your application:
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SSO Portal Registration: If you’re a new user, create an account on the Rajasthan SSO portal.
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Login: Use your SSO ID and password to log in.
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Application Form: Fill in all required personal and educational details.
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Document Upload: Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, marksheets, and ID proofs.
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Application Fee: Pay the application fee through any available online mode.
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Form Submission: Review all entries and submit the final application.
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Print Copy: Save and print your submitted form for future use.