BTC Forest Department Recruitment 2026 notification released for 157 Forester-I and Forest Guard posts under Central Selection Board, BTC. Apply online from 23 Feb to 15 March 2026. Check eligibility, physical test details, syllabus and direct link here.
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Selection Board (CSB), BTC |
| Department | Forest Department, BTC |
| Post Name | Forester-I & Forest Guard |
| Total Vacancies | 157 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 23 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 15 March 2026 |
| Pay Scale | PB-2 ₹14,000–₹49,000 + Grade Pay |
BTC Forest Department Recruitment 2026
The Central Selection Board (CSB), BTC has invited online applications from eligible candidates who are residents of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) area and registered in the Employment Exchange of Assam for recruitment to Forester-I and Forest Guard (Gr.III) posts.
Candidates belonging to the newly added 60 villages from Biswanath and Sonitpur districts to Udalguri district under BTC area are also eligible to apply.
Vacancy Details
1️⃣ Forester-I
- No. of Posts: 47
- Pay Scale: PB-2 ₹14,000 – ₹49,000 + GP ₹6,200
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university
2️⃣ Forest Guard (Gr.III)
- No. of Posts: 110
- Pay Scale: PB-2 ₹14,000 – ₹49,000 + GP ₹5,600
- Educational Qualification: HS (10+2) or equivalent passed
Total Posts: 157
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (As on 01-01-2026)
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 40 years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC/MOBC: 3 years
- Govt. Employees: As per Govt. rules
Residency Requirement
- Must be a resident of BTC area.
- Employment Exchange registration in Assam is mandatory.
Physical Standards (Both Posts)
Height Requirement
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| General | 163 cm | 153 cm |
| ST(P) | 153 cm | 145 cm |
Chest (Male Only)
- Normal: 79 cm
- Expanded: 84 cm
Selection Process
The selection process will include:
- Physical Test
- Male: 26 km walk within 4 hours
- Female: 16 km walk within 4 hours
- Followed by Medical Examination
- Written Examination
- 3 Hours Duration
- 100 Marks
- Objective Type (MCQs)
- No Negative Marking
- Viva-Voce
- 20 Marks
Syllabus for Written Exam
Forester-I (Higher Secondary Standard)
- General English
- General Knowledge (Special emphasis on BTC & Assam)
- Logical Reasoning & Aptitude
- Arithmetic
Forest Guard (HSLC Standard)
- General English
- General Knowledge (BTC & Assam)
- Logical Reasoning & Aptitude
- Arithmetic
Medical Standards
- No squint eyes
- High colour vision required
- Distant vision: 6/6 in one eye & not worse than 6/9 in other (without correction)
- Normal near vision
Application Fee
- General/OBC/MOBC: ₹150
- SC/ST: ₹100
- Payment Mode: UPI / Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking
Documents Required
Candidates must upload:
- Educational certificates & mark sheets
- Age proof
- BTC Residential Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar/Voter ID (for newly added villages)
- Passport size photo (20KB–100KB, JPG/JPEG)
- Signature (10KB–50KB, JPG/JPEG)
How to Apply for BTC Forest Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official website of Central Selection Board, BTC.
- Click on the online application link.
- Register using mobile number & email (OTP verification required).
- Fill in personal and educational details.
- Upload required documents in PDF format (max 1MB).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download application form for future reference.
Direct Apply Link
| Online Application | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Application Period: 23 February 2026 to 15 March 2026 (Midnight)
Important Instructions
- Only BTC area candidates can apply.
- Govt. employees must submit NOC.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Original documents will be verified later.
- CSB, BTC reserves the right to cancel the exam if required.
FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for BTC Forest Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 15 March 2026 (midnight).
2. How many vacancies are available?
There are 157 total vacancies (47 Forester-I & 110 Forest Guard).
3. Is there negative marking in the written exam?
No, there is no negative marking.
4. Who can apply?
Only residents of BTC area with Employment Exchange registration in Assam can apply.