Forest Range Officer Jobs 2026 at BPSSC – Apply Online
Forest Range Officer Jobs are now available at BPSSC for candidates looking to build a career in the government forest sector. The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission has announced 16 vacancies for the post of Forest Range Officer under the Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department, Government of Bihar. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree covering Chemistry and other specified science subjects are eligible, making this an excellent opportunity for science graduates seeking a government career. Applications for these Forest Range Officer Jobs at BPSSC must be submitted online between 16 July 2026 and 16 August 2026.
About the Institute:
The BPSSC is responsible for conducting recruitment processes for various subordinate service positions in Bihar. For this recruitment, BPSSC is conducting the competitive selection process for Forest Range Officer posts under the Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department, Government of Bihar. The appointing authority for the selected candidates will be the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (HoFF), Bihar, Patna.
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Available Positions:
There are 16 Forest Range Officer Jobs available through BPSSC.
| Category | Vacancies | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Caste | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 0 | 0 |
| Extremely Backward Class | 3 | 1 |
| Backward Class | 2 | 0 |
| Backward Class Women | 0 | 0 |
| Economically Weaker Section | 2 | 0 |
| Total | 16 | — |
Additionally, one post carries the specified 2% horizontal reservation provision for grandchildren of eligible freedom fighters of Bihar. Reservation benefits are subject to the conditions stated in the official notification.
Job Overview:
The Forest Range Officer Jobs recruitment by BPSSC will involve a competitive written examination followed by an interview and physical efficiency test. Candidates who qualify through the prescribed stages will be considered for appointment under the Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department, Bihar. The written examination consists of two papers. The first is General Hindi carrying 100 marks, while the second covers General Studies and carries 300 marks. The interview carries 50 marks. Candidates called for the interview must also undergo the prescribed physical efficiency test.
- Recruiting Commission: BPSSC
- Department: Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department, Government of Bihar
- Post: Forest Range Officer
- Total Vacancies: 16
- Pay Level: Level 6
- Pay Scale: ₹35,400–₹1,12,400
- Application Mode: Online
Educational Requirements:
Candidates applying for Forest Range Officer Jobs through BPSSC must possess, by 1 August 2025, a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent with at least one of the following subjects:
- Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics or Zoology.
- Candidates possessing a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Forestry or Engineering from a recognized university or equivalent are also eligible.
Age Requirement:
The age requirement is calculated as of 1 August 2025.
- Unreserved male candidates: 21–37 years
- Unreserved female candidates: 21–40 years
- Backward Class/Extremely Backward Class male, female and third-gender candidates: 21–40 years
- Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe male and female candidates: 21–42 years
Other applicable age relaxations are detailed in the official BPSSC notification.
Key Responsibilities:
The official BPSSC notification primarily specifies recruitment eligibility, examination, physical standards and selection procedures for the Forest Range Officer Jobs. It does not provide a detailed list of day-to-day job responsibilities, so specific responsibilities should not be inferred beyond the official notification.
Skills Required:
Candidates interested in Forest Range Officer Jobs should be prepared to meet the academic, examination and physical requirements prescribed by BPSSC.
The recruitment process assesses General Hindi, General Knowledge and Current Affairs, General Science, Civics, Indian History, Indian Geography, Mathematics and Mental Ability. Candidates must also satisfy the prescribed physical standards and physical efficiency requirements.
Physical Efficiency Test:
- For male candidates of all categories, the requirement is a 25 km walk within 4 hours.
- For female candidates of all categories, the requirement is a 14 km walk within 4 hours.
- Candidates exceeding the stipulated time will be declared unsuccessful in the physical efficiency test.
Important Note:
- Event Date/Advertisement Date: 10 July 2026; Online Application Starts 16 July 2026; Last Date to Apply: 16 August 2026; Eligibility/Age Cut-off Date: 1 August 2025
- Note: The notification states that the deadline for submitting the online application will not be extended.
- Application Fee: The online application fee for male, female and third-gender candidates of all categories is ₹100. Applicable bank/transaction charges may be additional.
For science graduates, particularly candidates with Chemistry among their eligible bachelor’s subjects, these Forest Range Officer Jobs offer an opportunity to pursue a government career in Bihar’s forest sector. With 16 positions and Level 6 pay, eligible candidates interested in joining through BPSSC should carefully review all eligibility, physical and application requirements and complete their application within the stipulated deadline.
CHECK HERE FOR THE ORIGINAL NOTIFICATION
Rasayanika is a career information portal and is not the recruiter for this position. All details are sourced from the official notification. Candidates should verify eligibility and deadlines on the official website before applying.
