Karnataka Forest Watcher (Aranya Veekshaka) Recruitment 2026 - 750 Posts, Group D | Apply by 30 Oct
Karnataka Forest Department (Office of the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests & HoFF)
Karnataka - Karnataka (forest circles statewide)
Vacancies
750
Salary
Rs.27,500 - Rs.46,675
Last Date
30 Oct 2026
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Karnataka Forest Department Important Dates 2026
Karnataka Forest Department Age Limit 2026
Maximum Age
30 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Karnataka Forest Department Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs.27,500 - Rs.46,675
Karnataka Forest Department Eligibility Criteria 2026
- SSLC (10th pass) or equivalent.
- Age 18 to 30 years (relaxation per rules).
- Apply online at recruitment.aranya.gov.in by 30 October 2026.
Karnataka Forest Department Qualification / Education
Karnataka Forest Department Job Details & Overview
Karnataka Forest Watcher (Aranya Veekshaka) Recruitment 2026 - 750 Posts
Karnataka Forest Department invites online applications for direct recruitment to 750 Forest Watcher (Aranya Veekshaka), Group D posts (700 Non-HK + 50 Kalyana Karnataka, plus 25 backlog) across forest circles. Notification No. KFD/HOFF/B9(RCT)/5/2026-PnR.
Vacancy Details
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Non-HK (residual parent cadre) | 700 |
| Kalyana Karnataka | 50 |
| Backlog | 25 |
| Total | 775 |
| Post | Posts | Qualification | Pay Scale | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Watcher (Aranya Veekshaka), Group D | 750 (+25 backlog) | SSLC (10th pass) or equivalent | Rs.27,500 - Rs.46,675 | 18 to 30 years (relaxation per rules; up to 33 for reserved categories) |
Important Dates
- Online applications: 01.08.2026 onwards; last date extended to 30.10.2026 (extension notice dated 29.09.2026).
- Selection: SSLC merit, physical tests, document verification and medical examination.
How to apply: Online only at https://recruitment.aranya.gov.in (register, then login and submit). Fee online or by challan. Last date: 30 October 2026.
Karnataka Forest Department Important Links
How to Apply for Karnataka Forest Department Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Karnataka Forest Department (Office of the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests & HoFF)'s Karnataka Forest Watcher (Aranya Veekshaka) Recruitment 2026 - 750 Posts, Group D | Apply by 30 Oct before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Karnataka Forest Department (Office of the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests & HoFF) recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the applicable application fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 30 Oct 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Karnataka Forest Department Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Karnataka Forest Department Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Karnataka Forest Department (Office of the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests & HoFF) recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Karnataka Forest Department (Office of the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests & HoFF) notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 30 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is Karnataka Forest Watcher (Aranya Veekshaka) Recruitment 2026 - 750 Posts, Group D | Apply by 30 Oct?
Karnataka Forest Watcher (Aranya Veekshaka) Recruitment 2026 - 750 Posts, Group D | Apply by 30 Oct is a government recruitment notification published by Karnataka Forest Department. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Karnataka Forest Department Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Karnataka Forest Department Recruitment 2026 start on 30 June 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Karnataka Forest Department Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Karnataka Forest Department Recruitment 2026 is 30 October 2026.
What is the age limit for Karnataka Forest Department Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for Karnataka Forest Department Recruitment 2026 is 30 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for Karnataka Forest Department Recruitment 2026?
SSLC (10th pass) or equivalent
How to apply for Karnataka Forest Department Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Karnataka Forest Department Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.