Assam Forest Department has released a notification for 2649 Forester, Guard & Driver posts of Assam Forest Recruitment 2022-2023. Interest and Eligible candidates may apply online here.
| Event | Assam Forest Recruitment |
| Department | Government of Assam |
| Department | Department of Forest |
| Posts | AFPF Battalion, Forester-I, Forest Constable Forest Guard, Driver |
| Total Vacancy | 2741 Posts |
| Eligibility | VI Pass, 10th Pass, 12th, Graduation |
| Application Fee | Free |
| Start Date | 23 January 2023 |
| Last Date | 06 February 2023 |
Assam Forest Recruitment 2022
2741 posts will be filled with fresh candidates in Forester Grade 1, Battalion, Forest Guard, AFPF Constable, Driver & Forest guard of Assam Forest Battalion. Assam Forest Battalion Recruitment 2023 will be a huge opportunity for the job seeker of Assam. The youth of Assam are eagerly waiting for the official notification to release. As per sources as media reports notification will be released in December 2022 and the online application will start in January.
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Assam Forest Recruitment Details
Name of Department: Department of Forest, Assam
Name of Recruiter: State-Level Recruitment Board
1. AFPF Constable (Forest Battalion)
Total Posts: 981
Educational Qualification: HSLC or 10th examination passed
Age Limit: Minimum age should be 18 years and the maximum age should not be more than 25 years
Pay Scale: Basic Pay- 16, 800 to 60, 500, Grade Pay- 5,600
2. Forester- Grade 1
Total Posts: 264
Educational Qualification: Graduate
Age Limit: Minimum age should be 18 years and the maximum age should not be more than 40 years
Pay Scale: Basic Pay- 16, 800 to 60, 500, Grade Pay- 6400
3. Forest Guard
Total Posts: 1226
Educational Qualification: HS or 12th examination passed
Age Limit: Minimum age should be 18 years and the maximum age should not be more than 40 years
Pay Scale: Basic Pay- 16, 800 to 60, 500, Grade Pay- 5,600
4. Driver
Total Posts: 142
Educational Qualification: HSLC or a valid 4-wheeler licence
Age Limit: Minimum age should be 18 years and the maximum age should not be more than 40 years
Pay Scale: Basic Pay- 16, 800 to 60, 500, Grade Pay- 5,200
5. Driver Constable
Total Posts: 36
Educational Qualification: 10th examination passed
Age Limit: Minimum age should be 18 years and the maximum age should not be more than 40 years
Pay Scale: Basic Pay- 16, 800 to 60, 500, Grade Pay- 5,600
6. Grade 4 Posts (Cook, Water Carrier, Dhobi, Barber, Pump Operator, Electrician, Plumber, Peon, Dak Runner, Jugali)
Total Posts: 110
Educational Qualification: Class VI passed
Age Limit: Minimum age should be 18 years and the maximum age should not be more than 40 years
Pay Scale: Basic Pay- 14, 000 to 60, 500, Grade Pay- Varies post to post
Selection Procedure
PET/PST –> Written Test –> Oral/Viva Voce
Application Fee
For General/OBC/MOBC Candidates: Free
For SC/ST Candidates: Free
Age Relaxation
Category wise upper age limit is relaxable as follows
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC | 5 Years |
| ST | 5 Years |
| OBC/MOBC | 3 Years |
Required Physical Standard
Measurement of the height, weight & chest (Chest measurement is only for males) of the candidates will be done using the latest technology. and After which a Medical Officer for preliminary check-ups like knock knee, vision test, colour blindness test, flat foot, varicose vein, physical deformities etc. though It will carry no marks.
Forester Grade I & Forest Guards
1. Height (Minimum)
| Category | Male & Trans | Female |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/SC | 163 cm | 150 cm |
| ST | 153 cm | 145 cm |
2. Chest (For Men)
| Category | Normal | Expanded |
|---|---|---|
| All | 79 cm | 84 cm |
AFPF Constable, Driver Constable & Driver
1. Height (Minimum)
| Category | Male & Trans | Female |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/SC | 162.56 cm | 154.94 cm |
| ST | 160.02 cm | 152.40 cm |
2. Chest (For Men)
| Category | Normal | Expanded |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/SC/ST(P) | 80 cm | 85 cm |
| ST(H) | 78 cm | 83 cm |
Related: APDCL Recruitment 2023
How to Apply for Assam Forest Recruitment 2023?
Candidates will be able to apply for various posts in the Assam Forest Battalion. Candidates are requested to check their eligibility and keep the documents ready before applying. Candidates can select all the eligible posts in one application. We have provided the steps below to apply online.
- Scroll Down to the Important Link section
- Click on the Online Apply link
- You’ll be redirected to the official portal
- Fill out the form with the required details
- Upload a Photo & Signature in the prescribed size & format.
- Pay the fee & Submit
- Download & Print the acknowledgement receipt for future references
Important Dates of Assam Forest Battalion
| Notification Release Date | 21 January 2023 |
| Start Date of Online Apply | 23 January 2023 |
| Last Date of Online Apply | 06 February 2023 |
Required Document for Assam Forest Recruitment
| Documents | Max Size | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Passport Size Photo | 450KB | jpg/jpeg |
| Signature | 100KB | jpg/jpeg |
| Admit Card (HSLC) | 300KB | jpg/jpeg |
| Pass Certificate (HSLC & HS) | 300KB | jpg/jpeg |
| Marksheet (HSLC & HS) | 300KB | jpg/jpeg |
| Employment Exchange Card | 300KB | jpg/jpeg |
| Caste Certificate (if applicable) | 300KB | jpg/jpeg |
Important Links
| Apply Link | Click Here |
| Admit Card Link | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Download Notification (Grade 4) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Physical Efficiency Test (40 Marks)
Candidates who clear PST Test will be able to go for the PET Test which includes the following.
| Events | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Race | Distance 3200 metres Time 14 minutes | Distance 1600 metres Time 8 minutes |
| Long Jump | Distance 335 cm Chance 3 | Distance 244 cm Chance 3 |
FAQs of Assam Forest Recruitment
Candidates can apply in Forest Battalion by clicking the Apply Link given in the Important Links sections.
The Last Date for Online Apply for Assam Recruitment is 06 February 2023
Eligibility criteria depend upon the posts you are applying for, Candidates who passed 10th, 12th and graduate degrees are considered eligible to apply to Assam Forest Department.