HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 779 Posts

Apply Date: 09 February 2026 to 23 February 2026 Applications are live · 13 days left to apply

The HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 is a significant opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in Haryana. With 779 vacancies, a fair selection process, and no application fee, eligible applicants with 10+2 qualification can apply between 9 Feb – 23 Feb 2026.


Organisation: Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC)
Recruitment: HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026
Advertisement No.: 04/2026
Total Vacancies: 779 Forest Guard Posts
Official Website: www.hssc.gov.in


🗓️ Important Dates

📌 Notification Release Date: 6 February 2026
📌 Online Application Start Date: 9 February 2026
📌 Last Date to Apply Online: 23 February 2026
📌 Exam Date: To be notified soon on the official site


🧑‍🎓 Eligibility Criteria

✔ Educational Qualification:

  • Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Senior Secondary) or an equivalent examination from a recognised State Education Board / University.
  • Candidates must also have Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects at Matric or Higher level (as per detailed notification).

✔ Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026):

  • Minimum Age: 18 years
  • Maximum Age: 42 years
  • Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Haryana Government rules for reserved categories and other special categories.

📊 Vacancy Details

A total of 779 vacancies are available and distributed across various categories, including:

  • General
  • DSC (Dependent of Serving/Ex-Servicemen)
  • OSC (Outstanding Sports Certificate)
  • BCA / BCB
  • EWS
  • ESM (Ex-Servicemen) and others

Full category-wise vacancy breakup is available in the official PDF notification.

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🧠 Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on the following stages:

  1. Shortlisting (CET Scores)
  2. Written Exam (OMR/Offline)
  3. Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
  4. Physical Endurance Test (PET)
  5. Document Verification
  6. Medical Examination
    Candidates must fulfil all stages to be finally selected.

💰 Salary & Pay Scale

Forest Guard posts come under Group-C with a regular government pay structure (Level-3).

  • Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Approx.)
  • Includes: Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance (DA) + House Rent Allowance (HRA) + Travel Allowance + Other Govt. Benefits.

Exact salary & allowance details should be verified from the official notification.


📝 How to Apply

✔ Visit the official HSSC portal: www.hssc.gov.in
✔ Navigate to the Recruitment / Advertisement section
✔ Find the HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 04/2026) link
✔ Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) (if not done already)
✔ Enter personal details, educational qualifications, etc.
✔ Upload required documents, photo & signature
✔ Submit the form before 23 Feb 2026
✔ Take a printout of the final application for future use


📌 Application Fee

No application fee for all candidates — category-free entry.
(Applicants are advised to check official notification for any exceptions.)


📥 Important Links

➡️ Official Notification (PDF) – Available at HSSC Portal
➡️ Apply Online Link: Through the HSSC recruitment login page (link active during application window)

HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 779 Posts
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