Overview
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Main Exam City 2026 advance intimation slip. Candidates registered for the recruitment drive covering 708 vacancies can check their allotted examination district ahead of the Main Examination scheduled for 27 September 2026.
The exam city slip is intended to help candidates plan their travel and is not a substitute for the admit card. Applicants must download the separate hall ticket when it is issued by UPSSSC.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post Name | Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard |
| Total Vacancies | 708 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | 20 September 2023 |
| Last Date | 10 October 2023 |
| Exam Date | 27 September 2026 |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should regularly check the UPSSSC portal for the admit card release date, reporting time, shift details and any change in the examination schedule.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed the Intermediate or Class 12 examination from the Uttar Pradesh Board of Secondary Education or an equivalent examination recognised by the government.
- Applicants were required to satisfy the relevant UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test requirements specified for this recruitment.
- Candidates must produce original educational certificates and other eligibility records during document verification.
- Knowledge of the physical and field-related requirements associated with Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard duties is essential for candidates progressing to the physical test stage.
Age Limit
- The minimum age prescribed for the recruitment is 18 years.
- The maximum age limit is 40 years, calculated as per the cut-off date mentioned in the detailed advertisement.
- Age relaxation is applicable to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, Other Backward Class and other eligible categories under Uttar Pradesh government rules.
- Date-of-birth details must match the candidate's matriculation or equivalent certificate.
Fees
- The application processing fee was Rs 25 for candidates across the notified categories.
- Any additional charges associated with the recruitment process are governed by UPSSSC rules.
- Fees paid after the deadline or through an unsupported payment method were not accepted.
Selection Process
- Main Written Examination: Eligible shortlisted candidates must appear for the objective-type Main Examination on 27 September 2026.
- Physical Standard and Physical Efficiency Test: Candidates qualifying in the written examination will be assessed against the prescribed physical measurements and endurance standards.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination: Final-stage candidates must present original records and meet the required medical fitness standards before appointment.
Final selection will depend on performance in the applicable stages, fulfilment of eligibility conditions and verification of the information provided in the application.
How to Apply
- Visit the UPSSSC official website at upsssc.gov.in. The application window for this recruitment has closed, but registered candidates can access the exam city facility.
- Open the section for notices, candidate services or examination-related updates on the homepage.
- Select the link titled Forest Guard/Wildlife Guard Main Examination Exam City 2026 or the corresponding advertisement number.
- Enter the required login details, such as the registration number, date of birth, gender or verification code.
- Submit the details and review the allotted examination district displayed on the screen.
- Download the advance exam city intimation slip and retain a printed copy for travel planning.
- Once released, download the official admit card separately and check the examination centre address, reporting time, shift and instructions.
- Carry the admit card, an original valid photo identity document and any other item specified by UPSSSC to the examination centre.
Candidates should verify that their name, registration number and other details are correct. Any discrepancy should be reported promptly through the official UPSSSC contact channels.
Important Links
FAQs
1. When will the UPSSSC Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Main Exam be held?
The Main Examination is scheduled for 27 September 2026.
2. How many vacancies are covered by this recruitment?
The recruitment process covers 708 Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard posts.
3. Is the exam city slip the same as the admit card?
No. The city slip only gives advance information about the allotted examination district. Candidates must download the separate admit card for the exact centre, shift and reporting instructions.
