Overview
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released the Forest Ranger Admit Card 2026 on August 24, 2026, for candidates appearing in the recruitment examination. The selection drive is being conducted to fill 50 Forest Ranger posts under the Environment and Forests Department, Government of Assam. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website using their application credentials.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Post Name | Forest Ranger |
| Total Vacancies | 50 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | apsc.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | June 21, 2025 |
| Last Date | July 20, 2025 |
| Exam Date | TBA; candidates should check the admit card |
| Result Date | TBA |
The examination date, reporting time, venue and shift allotted to each candidate will be printed on the admit card. Applicants should rely on their individual hall tickets for the final schedule and reach the examination centre within the prescribed reporting window.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Forest Ranger recruitment were required to meet the following academic conditions:
- A bachelor’s degree from a university recognised by the Central or state government.
- The degree should include at least one relevant subject such as Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture or Forestry.
- Candidates holding a recognised bachelor’s degree in Engineering were also eligible, subject to the conditions stated in the recruitment notification.
- Applicants must produce original degree certificates and mark sheets during document verification.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 21 years.
- Maximum age: 38 years, calculated with reference to the cut-off date specified in the recruitment notice.
- SC and ST candidates are generally eligible for an upper-age relaxation of five years.
- OBC/MOBC candidates are generally eligible for an upper-age relaxation of three years.
- Other category-based relaxations apply under Assam government recruitment rules. Valid certificates must be produced to claim any relaxation.
Fees
- General category: ₹297.20.
- OBC/MOBC category: ₹197.20.
- SC/ST/BPL/PwBD categories: ₹47.20.
- The amount includes the applicable examination or processing fee and taxes. Fees already paid are generally non-refundable.
Selection Process
The recruitment process for APSC Forest Ranger posts is expected to include the following stages:
- Written Examination: Eligible candidates must appear for the subject-based written examination at the allotted centre. Admission remains provisional until eligibility is verified.
- Walking/Physical and Medical Tests: Shortlisted candidates will be assessed against the prescribed physical standards, walking requirements and medical fitness conditions applicable to Forest Ranger duties.
- Interview and Document Verification: Candidates qualifying in the preceding stages may be called for an interview or viva voce and verification of educational, category, age and identity documents before the final merit list is prepared.
How to Apply
The online application window has closed. Registered candidates can now obtain the APSC Forest Ranger hall ticket by following these steps:
- Visit the APSC website at apsc.nic.in using a desktop or mobile browser.
- Open the Admit Card, “Call Letters” or latest notifications section on the homepage.
- Select the link titled Forest Ranger Admit Card 2026.
- Enter the required credentials, such as the application number, registration ID, date of birth or password.
- Submit the details and verify the candidate’s name, photograph, roll number, examination centre, date and reporting time.
- Download the admit card PDF and take at least two clear printouts. A digital copy should also be saved for reference.
- Carry the printed admit card and an original government-issued photo identity document to the examination centre. Candidates should immediately contact APSC through its official help channel if the hall ticket contains an error or cannot be downloaded.
Applicants should also read the examination-day instructions carefully. Electronic devices, study material and other prohibited items should not be taken inside the venue.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Is the APSC Forest Ranger Admit Card 2026 available?
Yes. The hall ticket has been released online, and registered candidates can download it through the APSC website using their login details.
2. How many vacancies are covered by the recruitment?
The APSC Forest Ranger recruitment drive is being conducted for 50 vacancies in the Environment and Forests Department of Assam.
3. What should candidates carry to the examination centre?
Candidates should carry a printed admit card, an original valid photo ID and any additional document specifically mentioned in the hall-ticket instructions.
