FOREST SERVICE RECRUITMENT ALERT:
The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Assistant Conservatory of Forest (ACF) and Range Forest Officer (RFO) Class-2 posts. Eligible candidates with a background in Science or Engineering can apply online. Check full minute details below.
Pre-Application Checklist (Document Specifications)
Prepare these specifications to ensure your GPSC application is accepted without errors:
| Passport Size Photo |
Recent color photo, white background, 5kb to 36kb (Jpg). |
| Signature Scan |
Black ink on white paper, 5kb to 36kb (Jpg). |
| Identity Proof |
Original Aadhar Card or Voter ID for detail entry. |
| Physical Fitness |
Ensure you meet height and chest standards for Forest Dept. |
GPSC Forest Service Recruitment 2026: The Gujarat Public Service Commission is inviting applications for several Class-2 positions in the Gujarat Forest Department. This recruitment is a prestigious career path for those interested in wildlife conservation and forestry management. The selection process consists of a Preliminary Exam (Objective), a Main Exam (Descriptive), and a Personal Interview followed by a Physical Fitness Test. Detailed eligibility and pay scale information is provided below.
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Important Dates
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| Notification Release Date |
April 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date |
To be notified |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
Check Official Portal |
| Preliminary Exam Date |
Notify Soon |
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Application Fee
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| General / Unreserved |
Rs. 100/- + Charges |
| SC / ST / EWS / PWD (Gujarat State) |
No Fee (Exempted) |
Post-wise Vacancy & Eligibility Details
| Post Name |
Total Post |
Eligibility & In-Hand Salary |
| Assistant Conservatory of Forest (ACF) |
Refer Notice |
Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering.
Salary: Pay Matrix Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 - 2,08,700)
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| Range Forest Officer (RFO) |
Refer Notice |
Bachelor's degree in Science, Forestry, or Agriculture.
Salary: Pay Matrix Level-8 (Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400)
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How to Apply for GPSC ACF RFO Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official GPSC OJAS portal at gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
- On the home page, click on the "Current Advertisements" link.
- Search for the ACF or RFO 2026 notification and click on the "Apply Now" button.
- Fill in the One Time Registration (OTR) details or login if you already have an account.
- Upload the scanned photograph and signature according to the file sizes mentioned in the checklist above.
- Pay the application fee online (for general category) and click on final submit to download the PDF.
GPSC ACF & RFO Detailed Exam Pattern & Selection Process
The selection process for Assistant Conservatory of Forest (ACF) and Range Forest Officer (RFO) consists of three successive stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Personal Interview followed by a Physical Fitness Test.
Stage I: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
| Paper Name |
Total Marks |
Time Duration |
| Paper-1: General Studies-I |
150 Marks |
3 Hours |
| Paper-2: General Studies-II |
150 Marks |
3 Hours |
| Total (Prelims) |
300 Marks |
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Stage II: Main Examination (Descriptive Type)
| Subject Name |
Total Marks |
Paper Type |
| Paper-1: Gujarati Language |
150 Marks |
Descriptive |
| Paper-2: English Language |
150 Marks |
Descriptive |
| Paper-3: General Studies-I |
150 Marks |
Descriptive |
| Paper-4: General Studies-II |
150 Marks |
Descriptive |
| Paper-5: General Studies-III |
150 Marks |
Descriptive |
| Paper-6: Forestry / Forestry-I & II |
150 Marks |
Descriptive |
| Total (Mains) |
900 Marks |
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Stage III: Personal Interview & Physical Test
| Personality Test (Interview) |
100 Marks |
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) |
Walking Test: Male (25 KM in 4 hrs), Female (16 KM in 4 hrs). This stage is qualifying only. |
Note: Marks obtained in the Preliminary Exam will not be counted for the final merit list. The final selection will be based on the combined marks of the Main Examination and the Interview (Total 1000 Marks).
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