BPSSC Forest Range Officer (FRO) Recruitment 2026 - 17 Posts in Environment Forest & Climate Change Department Bihar (Advt. No. 10/2026)
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
Bihar - Patna, Bihar
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The last date to apply was 16 Aug 2026. Applications are no longer accepted for this post.
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Range Officer - General (Unreserved) | BPSSC-FRO-GEN-M-01 | Level-6 | 21–37 | 16 Aug 2026 | 6 |
| Forest Range Officer - SC | BPSSC-FRO-SC-01 | Level-6 | 21–42 | 16 Aug 2026 | 3 |
| Forest Range Officer - EWS | BPSSC-FRO-EWS-01 | Level-6 | 21–40 | 16 Aug 2026 | 3 |
| Forest Range Officer - OBC | BPSSC-FRO-OBC-01 | Level-6 | 21–40 | 16 Aug 2026 | 2 |
| Forest Range Officer - Economically Weaker Sections | BPSSC-FRO-EWS2-01 | Level-6 | 21–40 | 16 Aug 2026 | 2 |
| Forest Range Officer - Freedom Fighters | BPSSC-FRO-FF-01 | Level-6 | 21–40 | 16 Aug 2026 | 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 17 | ||||
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Important Dates
Application Fee
Rs. 100 (Online payment via Net Banking/Credit/Debit Card)
Age Limit
Minimum Age
21 Years
Maximum Age
40 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Salary / Pay Scale
Level-6, Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400
Position Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Forest Range Officer - General (Unreserved)Grade: Level-6 | 6 | Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 | Bachelor degree with at least one subject from: Botany, Forestry, Zoology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Geology | — | 37 yrs |
| 2 | Forest Range Officer - SCGrade: Level-6 | 3 | Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 | Bachelor degree with at least one subject from: Botany, Forestry, Zoology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Geology | — | 42 yrs |
| 3 | Forest Range Officer - EWSGrade: Level-6 | 3 | Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 | Bachelor degree with at least one subject from: Botany, Forestry, Zoology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Geology | — | 40 yrs |
| 4 | Forest Range Officer - OBCGrade: Level-6 | 2 | Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 | Bachelor degree with at least one subject from: Botany, Forestry, Zoology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Geology | — | 40 yrs |
| 5 | Forest Range Officer - Economically Weaker SectionsGrade: Level-6 | 2 | Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 | Bachelor degree with at least one subject from: Botany, Forestry, Zoology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Geology | — | 40 yrs |
| 6 | Forest Range Officer - Freedom FightersGrade: Level-6 | 1 | Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 | Bachelor degree with at least one subject from: Botany, Forestry, Zoology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Geology | — | 40 yrs |
| Total Vacancies | 17 | |||||
Eligibility
Qualification / Education
Full Description
BPSSC Forest Range Officer (FRO) Recruitment 2026 - 17 Posts
Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) invites online applications from eligible candidates for recruitment of Forest Range Officer (FRO) in the Department of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of Bihar. Advertisement No: 10/2026.
Important Details
- Organization: Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC)
- Department: Environment, Forest & Climate Change Department, Bihar Government
- Total Vacancies: 17 (16 General + 1 Freedom Fighters)
- Last Date: 16/08/2026
- Application Fee: Rs. 100 (Online payment via Net Banking/Credit/Debit Card)
Vacancy Details
| S.No | Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General (Unreserved) | 06 |
| 2 | SC | 03 |
| 3 | EWS | 03 |
| 4 | OBC | 02 |
| 5 | Economically Weaker Sections | 02 |
| 6 | Freedom Fighters (2% reservation) | 01 |
| Total | 17 | |
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university with at least one subject from: Botany, Forestry, Zoology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Geology.
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture (B.Sc. Agriculture), Horticulture, or Engineering.
Age Limit (as on 01-08-2025)
- General (Unreserved) Male: 21-37 years
- General (Unreserved) Female: 21-40 years
- OBC/EBC Male & Female: 21-40 years
- SC/ST Male & Female: 21-42 years
- Govt Servants: 5 years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 years relaxation (max age 57 years)
Physical Standards
- Height: Male (Gen/OBC/EBC/SC) - 163 cm, ST Male - 152.5 cm; Female (Gen/OBC/EBC/SC) - 150 cm, ST Female - 145 cm
- Chest (Male): Without expansion 79 cm, With expansion 84 cm (min 5 cm expansion)
- Walking Test: Male - 25 km in 4 hours; Female - 14 km in 4 hours
Selection Process
- Written Exam (Prelims + Mains) → Interview (50 marks) → Physical Efficiency Test (PET) → Medical Examination
- Paper 1 - General Hindi: 50 MCQs, 100 marks, 1 hour. Qualifying (min 30 marks).
- Paper 2 - General Studies: 100 MCQs, 300 marks, 2 hours. Covers GK, Current Affairs, General Science, Polity, Indian History, Geography, Mathematics, Mental Ability.
How to Apply
- Apply ONLINE at bpssc.bihar.gov.in (Forest Dept. Tab).
- Application starts: 16/07/2026. Last date: 16/08/2026.
- Fee: Rs. 100 (Online payment via Net Banking/Credit/Debit Card).
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What is BPSSC Forest Range Officer (FRO) Recruitment 2026 - 17 Posts in Environment Forest & Climate Change Department Bihar (Advt. No. 10/2026)?
BPSSC Forest Range Officer (FRO) Recruitment 2026 - 17 Posts in Environment Forest & Climate Change Department Bihar (Advt. No. 10/2026) is a government recruitment notification published by Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC). Apply before the last date to be considered.
When does the application start?
Online applications start on 16 July 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application is 16 August 2026.
What is the application fee?
Rs. 100 (Online payment via Net Banking/Credit/Debit Card)
What is the age limit?
Maximum age limit is 40 years as on the cutoff date.
What is the required qualification?
Bachelor degree with at least one subject from: Botany, Forestry, Zoology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Geology. OR B.Sc Agriculture/Horticulture. OR B.Tech/M.Sc in any recognized University/Institution.
How do I apply?
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