Bihar Forest Range Officer (FRO) Recruitment 2026 Advt 10/2026 – 16 Posts Apply Online

Bihar Forest Range Officer (FRO) Recruitment 2026 – Advt 10/2026 – 16 Posts

Recruitment Alert: Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) on behalf of Bihar Government’s Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department has released Advertisement No. 10/2026 for direct recruitment to 16 Forest Range Officer (Vano ke Kshetra Padadhikari) posts. Applications are invited online from 16 July to 16 August 2026 (no extension).

Quick Details

Post: Forest Range Officer (Vano ke Kshetra Padadhikari)
Advertisement Number: 10/2026
Department: Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department, Government of Bihar
Total Vacancies: 16 posts
Apply Online: 16 July to 16 August 2026
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Science, Agriculture, or Forestry (any stream with science, as on 1 August 2025)
Age Limit (as on 1 August 2025): 21–37 years (applicable relaxations per category)
Application Fee: ₹100 (all categories)
Pay Scale: Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 + allowances)
Selection: Written exam → Physical Efficiency Test → Interview → Medical → Document verification
Official Website: https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in

How to Apply Online

Visit bpssc.bihar.gov.in
Click on “Forest Dept.” tab
Find and click the link for Advt. No. 10/2026 (Forest Range Officer)
Fill in your details (name, DOB, qualification, stream, caste, contact)
Upload required documents (graduation certificate, degree marks, caste certificate if applicable)
Pay application fee ₹100 (online/offline – debit card/credit card/net banking/UPI)
Submit and note your application reference number
Deadline: 16 August 2026 (midnight) – no extension

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in one of the following subjects:

Botany
Chemistry
Geology
Environmental Science
Agriculture
Forestry
Any science-based Bachelor’s with relevant coursework

Degree must be from a recognized university, as on 1 August 2025.

Age Limit (as on 1 August 2025)

Unreserved (UR): 21–37 years
OBC/BC/EBC: 21–40 years (3-year relaxation)
SC/ST: 21–42 years (5-year relaxation)
Female (Bihar domicile): +3 years across all categories
Ex-Servicemen: Age relaxation per Bihar government rules

Physical Standards

Male Candidates: Height 165 cm, chest 84 cm (expanded).
Female Candidates: Height 152 cm.
Vision: 6/9 in each eye without correction (or correctable to 6/6). Physical Efficiency Test includes 25 km walking test to be completed within stipulated time.

Medical Fitness

Candidate must be medically fit, free from communicable diseases, visual/hearing defects, and permanent disabilities (unless as per rules). Medical examination is mandatory post-interview.

Application Fee

Non-refundable application fee ₹100 for all categories. Payment mode: online debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI. Fee must be paid by 16 August 2026.

Selection Process

Stage 1: Written Examination

150 marks, 2.5-hour exam. Subjects: General knowledge, Bihar GK, environmental science, forestry basics, current affairs, reasoning, quantitative aptitude.

Stage 2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

25 km walking test to be completed within 5 hours (approx. walking pace). Qualifying test, not scored.

Stage 3: Interview

30 marks. Assessment of communication, forest management knowledge, problem-solving.

Stage 4: Medical Examination

Qualifying. Ensures candidate is medically fit for forest-related field work.

Stage 5: Document Verification

Verification of degree, caste certificate, character reference, identity proofs.

Important Dates

Advertisement released: 10 July 2026
Online registration opens: 16 July 2026
Last date to apply online: 16 August 2026 (midnight, no extension)
Last date to pay fee: 16 August 2026
Written exam date: To be announced (likely October 2026)
Physical Efficiency Test: After written exam (25 km walking test)
Admit card: Available before exam on official site

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can I apply if I have a Commerce or Arts degree?

No. You must have a Bachelor’s degree in Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Science, Agriculture, or Forestry. Commerce/Arts degrees are not eligible, even with science subjects.

Q2: What is the 25 km walking test?

A qualifying physical efficiency test where candidates must walk 25 km within 5 hours (approximately). It tests physical endurance for field-based forest work. There is no running or race component.

Q3: Can I apply if I’m pursuing my Bachelor’s degree?

No. You must have completed your degree as on 1 August 2025. Pursuing candidates are not eligible.

Q4: Is there an extension for the 16 August deadline?

No. The deadline is final. There is NO extension. Late applications will be rejected automatically.

Q5: Do I need a caste certificate?

If you belong to SC/ST/OBC category and wish to claim category-based benefits, you must upload a valid caste certificate (District Magistrate issued) during application. Without it, you may be considered only as UR if eligible.

Q6: What’s the cutoff for passing the written exam?

BPSSC releases official cutoff after the exam. Typically, UR candidates require 40–50%, SC/ST/OBC candidates 35–40%. Cutoff varies by category and number of applicants.

Q7: Is there an interview stage?

Yes. Candidates who pass the written exam (above cutoff) are shortlisted for the Physical Efficiency Test (25 km walk). Those who pass PET then attend a personal interview (30 marks), followed by medical examination and document verification.

Q8: Can I apply from outside Bihar?

Yes. This recruitment is open to Indian citizens. However, there are domicile-based age relaxation and reservation benefits for Bihar residents. Check the detailed notification for complete details.

Q9: What topics should I focus on for the written exam?

Focus on Bihar General Knowledge, environmental science, forestry basics, current affairs (environmental news), and general reasoning. Download the official Advt. 10/2026 for exact syllabus.

Q10: How physically demanding is the 25 km walking test?

It’s a moderate-to-challenging endurance test. You have 5 hours to walk 25 km (approx. 3 km/hour pace). Regular fitness training (running/brisk walking 3–5 km daily) is recommended.

Preparation Tips

Download the official Advt. 10/2026 PDF from bpssc.bihar.gov.in for complete syllabus
Focus on Bihar GK + Environmental Science – heavily asked in written exam
Practice previous BPSSC forestry/forest range officer exam papers if available
Start physical training for the 25 km walking test – walk 3–5 km daily, gradually increasing distance
Prepare for environmental interview questions (forest conservation, biodiversity, wildlife protection)
Study current affairs related to environment and climate change (national + Bihar-specific)
Build general knowledge on Indian forests, national parks in Bihar, and forest products

Important Notice – Scam Alert

⚠️ Apply ONLY on the official BPSSC website: https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in or https://apply-bpssc.com

Beware of fraudulent websites and fake “agents” claiming guaranteed selection for money. BPSSC selection is 100% merit-based (written exam marks only). No payment to external parties will help. Report scams to cybercrime.gov.in or dial 1930.

Bihar Forest Range Officer (FRO) Recruitment 2026 Advt 10/2026 – 16 Posts – Apply Online