The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has officially launched a significant recruitment drive for the position of Forester. A total of 259 vacancies have been announced for the year 2026, inviting applications from eligible candidates across the state. This move aims to fill positions in both Non-Tribal Sub Plan (NTSP) and Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) areas.
Key Dates and Application Process
Prospective applicants must mark their calendars with the crucial timelines. The official notification was released on January 5, 2026. The window for submitting online applications will commence on January 6, 2026. Candidates have until February 4, 2026, to complete and submit their forms. The exact date for the written examination will be communicated by the board at a later stage.
Applications will be accepted exclusively through online mode on the official portals: recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in or sso.rajasthan.gov.in. The board has emphasized that no other mode of application will be entertained.
Eligibility Criteria and Vacancy Breakdown
To qualify for these Forester posts, candidates must meet specific educational benchmarks. They must have passed their Class 12 examination from a recognized board like RBSE or CBSE. Crucially, they must also be qualified in the CET 2024 exam at the 12th level.
The 259 vacancies are distributed as follows: 213 posts under NTSP and 46 posts under TSP. Only those who fulfill all the stipulated criteria will be considered for the subsequent stages of the selection process.
Age Limit and Relaxation Policy
The age criteria for applicants is set between a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 40 years. The calculation for age will be based on January 1, 2027. In a significant benefit for all candidates, the board has granted a blanket age relaxation of three years due to no recruitment being conducted in the past three years.
Additional age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for women, candidates from SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories, widows, divorced women, ex-servicemen, and persons with disabilities (PWD).
Fee Structure and Selection Stages
The application fee has been set at ₹600 for General, OBC, and EWS category candidates. For candidates belonging to SC, ST, female candidates, and PH/PWD, the fee is ₹400. All payments must be made through the online payment gateway integrated into the application portal.
The selection of candidates will be a multi-stage process designed to assess various capabilities. It will include:
- A written examination to test theoretical knowledge.
- A physical standard and efficiency test.
- Document verification to confirm eligibility.
- A thorough medical examination.
The final merit list and appointment will depend on the candidate's performance in each of these successive stages.
Important Guidelines for Applicants
Aspiring candidates are strongly advised to read the official notification thoroughly before applying. They should ensure they have all necessary documents, such as educational certificates, CET scorecard, caste certificate (if applicable), and photographs, scanned and ready for upload. It is critical to double-check all entered information in the application form before final submission, as corrections may not be allowed later.
All updates, including the exam date and admit card release, will be posted on the official RSSB website. Candidates should regularly check the portal for any new announcements regarding the Rajasthan Forester Recruitment 2026 process.
