Bihar Police Sub-ordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has formally released Advertisement No. 10/2026, opening a high-stakes recruitment gateway for the Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Department. The position of Forest Range Officer (FRO)—known in Hindi as Vano Ke Kshetra Padadhikari—is a premier administrative role at the intersection of environmental conservation and state law enforcement.
1. Key Highlights: Quick Reference Dashboard
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Bihar Police Sub-ordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) |
| Post Name | Forest Range Officer (FRO) |
| Advertisement No. | 10/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Pay Scale | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) |
| Official Website | bpssc.bihar.gov.in |
2. Important Dates & Financial Commitments
The BPSSC follows a rigid timeline for Advt. No. 10/2026. The system is automated to shut down precisely at the deadline.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Date | 10-07-2026 |
| Online Application Start | 16-07-2026 |
| Online Application End | 16-08-2026 |
| Eligibility/Age Cut-off Date | 01-08-2025 |
Application Fee
Fee: Rs. 100 for all categories (Male, Female, Third Gender).
3. Vacancy Distribution and Salary Structure
| Category | Total Vacancies | Reserved for Women (35%) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 06 | 02 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 03 | 01 |
| EBC | 03 | 01 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 02 | 00 |
| EWS | 02 | 00 |
| Total | 16 | 04 |
*Note: Horizontal reservation applies for grandchildren of Freedom Fighters (2%).
Salary Deep Dive
- Initial Gross Salary: Approx. Rs. 52,000 – 55,000 (including DA, HRA, and Medical).
- Career Growth: Promotion path leads to Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF) and Divisional Forest Officer (DFO).
4. Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications (Cut-off: 01-08-2025)
Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in at least one of the following:
- Sciences: Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology.
- Specialized: Agriculture, Forestry, or Veterinary Science.
- Engineering: Any branch (B.E./B.Tech) from a recognized university.
Age Limit (As of 01-08-2025)
- UR (Male): 21 – 37 Years
- UR (Female)/BC/EBC: 21 – 40 Years
- SC/ST: 21 – 42 Years
5. Physical Standards & Endurance
| Category | Male Height | Female Height | Chest (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/BC/EBC/SC | 163 cm | 150 cm | 79-84 cm |
| ST | 152.5 cm | 145 cm | 79-84 cm |
Walking Test: Men must cover 25 km in 4 hours; Women must cover 14 km in 4 hours.
6. Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Stage 1: Written Examination
- Paper 1 (General Hindi): 50 Questions | 100 Marks | Qualifying (30% min). Neg: 0.2.
- Paper 2 (General Studies): 100 Questions | 300 Marks | Merit-based. Neg: 0.3.
Stage 2: Interview (50 Marks)
Final merit is calculated out of 350 marks (300 from Paper 2 + 50 from Interview).
7. Step-by-Step Application Process
- Registration: Visit BPSSC portal, “Forest Dept.” tab, and pay Rs. 100.
- Filling Details: Log in with Registration ID to enter educational and personal data.
- Document Upload: Upload photo (white background) and signatures (Hindi & English).
- Pro-Tip: If you make an error after payment, use the “Cancel Registration” feature to start fresh. You lose the Rs. 100 but avoid rejection during verification.
8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can final-year students apply?
No, the degree must be completed by Aug 1, 2025.
2. Is there height relaxation for ST?
Yes, Male ST candidates require 152.5 cm height.
3. Can other state candidates claim reservation?
No, they will be treated as Unreserved (UR).
4. What is the photo requirement?
Must have a white background and be taken within the last 2 months.
