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Quick Info — State Forest Services (Forest Department)

Full Name:State Forest Services
Short Name:Forest Department
Established:Varies by State
Headquarters:State Forest Headquarters
Type:State Forest Recruitment
Official URL:https://ifs.nic.in

About Forest Department

State Forest Services are responsible for the conservation, protection, and management of forests and wildlife resources within the state.

Recruitment is primary for Forest Rangers (FRO), Assistant Conservators of Forests (ACF), and Forest Beat Officers (FBO) through state public service commissions.

These services play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance and implementing environmental policies at the state level.

Exams Conducted by Forest Department

Exam Name Posts / Vacancies
Forest Range Officer (FRO) 20-100 per state
Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF) 5-20 per state
Forest Guard / Beat Officer 500-2000 per state

Exam Pattern

Stage Type
Screening Test (Optional) Objective MCQ
Mains Examination Descriptive / Objective
Physical Fitness Test Walking / Physical Stnd
Interview Personality Test

The exam includes papers on General English, General Knowledge, and two optional science subjects. Physical endurance is a mandatory qualifying stage.

Total Marks: 700-900

Eligibility Criteria

Min Age: 18-21 years
Max Age: 30-40 years (Varies by state)
Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC as per state rules
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Agriculture, Science, or Engineering from a recognized university.
Attempts:
Nationality: Indian Citizen

Salary & Pay Scale

Post Basic Pay
Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF) ₹56,100 ₹85,000 - ₹95,000
Forest Range Officer (FRO) ₹44,900 ₹65,000 - ₹75,000
Forest Guard / Beat Officer ₹21,700 ₹30,000 - ₹35,000

Exam Calendar

Notification Release: Varies
Mains Exam: 4-6 Months after notification
Physical Test: 2-3 Months after Mains Result
Final Selection: Year-end

Recruitment Statistics

21.71% (India)
Total Forest Area
1,00,000+
Active Personnel
Biennial (Avg)
Recruitment Frequency

How to Download Forest Department Answer Key using Answer Key Downloader

  1. Visit the official Forest Department recruitment website at https://ifs.nic.in.
  2. Directly navigate to the "Answer Key" or "Latest Results" section.
  3. Select your specific exam year and paper set (if applicable).
  4. Download the official PDF and verify your responses instantly.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a science background mandatory for Forest Services?
Yes, most Gazetted forest posts require a degree in Science, Engineering, or Forestry subjects.
Is the physical test qualifying or scoring?
The physical endurance test (walking) is mandatory and strictly qualifying; no marks are added to the final merit.