Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026: Tripura Forest Department has released the Forest Department Forester, Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification for 271 posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from 01 May to 31 June 2026. Check eligibility criteria, vacancy details, and apply online before the last date.
Tripura Forest Department has released recruitment notifications for 271 temporary Group-C Non-Gazetted posts of Forester and Forest Guard. The recruitment includes 104 Forester posts and 167 Forest Guard posts. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official portal from 01-05-2026 to 31-05-2026 up to 5:30 PM. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Candidates must be bona fide citizens of India and must have a Permanent Resident Certificate of Tripura (PRTC). The selection process includes written examination, interview, physical standard test, physical test and medical fitness test.
Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars |
Details |
| Organization Name |
Tripura Forest Department |
| Post Name |
Forester and Forest Guard |
| Total Posts |
271 |
| Forester Vacancies |
104 |
| Forest Guard Vacancies |
167 |
| Job Type |
Group-C, Non-Gazetted |
| Apply Mode |
Online |
| Application Start Date |
01-05-2026 |
| Last Date |
31-05-2026 up to 5:30 PM |
| Official Portal |
forestrecruitment.tripura.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
UR |
SC |
ST |
Total |
| Forester |
39 |
21 |
44 |
104 |
| Forest Guard |
80 |
21 |
66 |
167 |
| Total |
119 |
42 |
110 |
271 |
Women Reservation
| Post Name |
UR |
SC |
ST |
Total Reserved for Women |
| Forester |
13 |
7 |
15 |
35 |
| Forest Guard |
27 |
7 |
22 |
56 |
Educational Qualification
| Post Name |
Qualification |
| Forester |
Higher Secondary (+2) passed or equivalent standard |
| Forest Guard |
Madhyamik passed or equivalent standard |
Desirable Qualification
- Knowledge of Bengali or Kokborok is desirable.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Age will be calculated as on 01-05-2026.
- Upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates and Government employees.
Pay Scale
| Post Name |
Pay Scale |
| Forester |
Rs. 5700-24,000/- with Grade Pay Rs. 2200/-, Level-7 of Tripura State Pay Matrix, 2018 |
| Forest Guard |
Rs. 5700-24,000/- with Grade Pay Rs. 2100/-, Level-6 of Tripura State Pay Matrix, 2018 |
Physical Standards
| Category |
Minimum Height |
Chest Normal |
Chest Expansion |
| Male - General & SC |
163 cm |
79 cm |
5 cm |
| Male - ST |
152 cm |
79 cm |
5 cm |
| Female - UR & SC |
150 cm |
74 cm |
5 cm |
| Female - ST |
145 cm |
74 cm |
5 cm |
Physical Test
| Candidate |
Distance |
Time |
| Male |
25 km walking test |
4 hours |
| Female |
16 km walking test |
4 hours |
Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Interview
- Physical Standard Test
- Physical Test
- Medical Examination
The recruitment will be based on 85% written examination and 15% interview. Only candidates who obtain the cut-off marks in the written examination will be called for interview and further recruitment process.
Exam Pattern
Forester Exam Pattern
| Subject |
Marks |
| Mathematics |
20 |
| English |
20 |
| General Knowledge |
100 |
| Science |
30 |
| Interview |
30 |
| Total excluding Bengali/Kokborok |
200 |
| Bengali / Kokborok, any one, qualifying in nature |
100 |
Forest Guard Exam Pattern
| Subject |
Marks |
| Mathematics |
20 |
| English |
30 |
| General Knowledge |
120 |
| Interview |
30 |
| Total excluding Kokborok/Bengali |
200 |
| Kokborok / Bengali, any one, qualifying in nature |
100 |
Syllabus
- Mathematics: 10th standard level
- English: 10th standard level
- Science: 10th standard level, applicable for Forester
- General Knowledge: Tripura, North-East, India, flora, fauna, climate, plant nutrition, soil, river system, life science, physical science, law and information technology as applicable
- Bengali / Kokborok: 10th standard syllabus, minimum 40% marks to qualify
How to Apply
- Visit the official recruitment portal at https://forestrecruitment.tripura.gov.in.
- Open the online application link for Forester or Forest Guard recruitment.
- Fill in personal, educational, category and communication details carefully.
- Upload required documents as per instructions.
- Submit the application form before 31-05-2026 up to 5:30 PM.
- Keep a printout or copy of the submitted application form for future use.
Important Instructions
- Applications will be accepted only in online mode.
- No physical application will be accepted.
- Applications received after the closing date will not be entertained.
- Candidates applying for both Forester and Forest Guard posts are not required to appear for the physical examination and physical test twice.
- Persons with disabilities are not eligible because these are forestry field posts.
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the recruitment process.
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Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026 - FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available in Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026?
There are 271 vacancies, including 104 Forester posts and 167 Forest Guard posts.
2. What is the last date to apply for Tripura Forester and Forest Guard Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 31-05-2026 up to 5:30 PM.
3. What is the qualification required for Tripura Forester post?
For the Forester post, candidates must have passed Higher Secondary (+2) or equivalent standard.
4. What is the qualification required for Tripura Forest Guard post?
For the Forest Guard post, candidates must have passed Madhyamik or equivalent standard.
5. What is the selection process for Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes written examination, interview, physical standard test, physical test and medical examination.