State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam has released a notification for the recruitment of Forest Guard, Forester, and Game Watcher posts on its official website, www.siprbassam.in. For these posts, 789 vacancies have been released in the forest department. The online application process for the Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 will commence from 22nd January 2026 onwards. Candidates must check the eligibility and other recruitment details for these posts in the article.
Assam Forest Guard Notification 2026 Out
All the recruitment details like, selection process, exam pattern, Post-wise qualification, Physical test details, and other details are mentioned in the Assam Forest Guard Notification 2026. Candidates can download it by using the link attached below or scroll down the article to check the same details.
Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Summary
Under the Assam Forest Guard & Forester Recruitment 2026, the selection process consists of Physical Test, Written Test, followed by a walking test. Candidates successfully clearing all stages of the recruitment process will be appointed to the respective posts and will get a salary in the pay scale of Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 70,000 (Pay Band-2).
| Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026- Overview | |
| Conducting Body | State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB) |
| Post Name | Forest Guard, Forester and Game Watcher |
| Department | Forest Department |
| Vacancy | 789 |
| Advertisement No | SLPRB/REC/FG-I & CONST./FOREST-APRO-ETC /731/2025/134 |
| Registration Dates | 22nd January to 22nd February 2026 |
| Educational Qualifications | 12th or Bachelor’s Degree |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years |
| Salary | Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 70,000 (Pay Band-2) |
| Selection Process | Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Physical Standard Test (PST). Written Test. Walking Test Oral/Viva Voce. |
| Official website | www.siprbassam.in |
Along the Forest Guard Posts, Assam Police has also released 2183 vacancies for Constables & Firemen. You can check all details below.
Assam Police Recruitment 2026 for 2183 Constables & Fireman Posts
Assam Police Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The important dates for the SLPRB Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 has been released along with the official notification released on 17th January 2026. As per the Assam Police Forest Guard Notification 2026, the registration will start from 22nd January 2026, and will continue till 22nd February 2026.
| Events | Dates |
| Notification | 17th January 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 22nd January 2026 |
| Apply Online Ends | 22nd February 2026 |
| Edit Window | 5 days after the last date |
Assam Police Forest Guard Vacancy 2026
Under the Forest Department, the SLPRB has released a total of 789 vacancies across Forester, Forest Guard and Game Watcher. From the total posts 211 posts of Forester Grade-I, 504 posts of Forest Guard, and 74 posts of Game Watcher. Candidates can check the category-wise vacancies in the table below for these posts.
Assam Police Forester Vacancy 2026
| Category | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 88 | 37 | 125 |
| OBC / MOBC | 34 | 15 | 49 |
| Tea Tribes & Adivasi Communities | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| SC | 9 | 4 | 13 |
| ST (P) | 12 | 5 | 17 |
| ST (H) | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Total | 148 | 63 | 211 |
Assam Forest Guard Vacancy 2026
| Category | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 193 | 83 | 276 |
| OBC / MOBC | 76 | 33 | 109 |
| Tea Tribes & Adivasi Communities | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| SC | 11 | 5 | 16 |
| ST (P) | 69 | 29 | 98 |
| ST (H) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 353 | 151 | 504 |
Assam Game Watcher Vacancy 2026
| Category | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 27 | 12 | 39 |
| OBC / MOBC | 10 | 4 | 14 |
| SC | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| ST (P) | 6 | 3 | 9 |
| ST (H) | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| Total | 52 | 22 | 74 |
Assam Police Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
The age and educational qualifications to apply for the SLPRB Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 must be fulfilled by the applicants. These details will be cross-checked at every stage of the recruitment process, and any incorrect, false, or mismatched information found at any time will lead to disqualification of the candidate.
Educational Qualification
- Forester Grade-I: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification.
- Forest Guard and Game Watcher: Candidates should have passed Higher Secondary (10+2) or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or Council.
Age Limit (As on 1/1/2026)
The applicant’s age must be between 18 and 40 years. The age relaxation is as per the state’s norms.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC, ST (P) and ST (H) | 5 years |
| OBC / MOBC | 3 years |
| Trained Home Guards (served ≥ 3 years) [only for Constables in APRO] | Additional 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen [only for Forester Grade-I, Forest Guard, Game Watcher, Constable (Grade-III), Constable (Bandman) & Bugler] | Additional 2 years |
SLPRB Assam Forest Guard Application Form 2026
The online application window for the Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 will begin on 22nd January 2026 and will close on 22nd February 2026.If candidates have made any mistakes in their application form, they can correct them by 27th February 2026 using the edit option provided by SLPRB. We will share the Assam Forest Guard Application Link once available at the official website of SLPRB. There is no application fee to apply for the receruitment.
Steps to Apply for the Assam Forest Guard & Forester Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply for the SLPRB Assam Forest Guard Recruitment by following the steps provided below:
- Applicants must register only once by submitting their name, father’s name, and mother’s name exactly as per your HSLC certificate.
- Use a valid mobile number and keep it active throughout the recruitment process.
- Required Details for Registration: Employment Exchange Number, Highest Qualification, Permanent District, Gender, Caste/Category, Date of Birth and Aadhaar Number
- After successful registration, an Application ID will be generated and keep it safe for future reference.
- Applicants can log in using Application ID or Registered Mobile Number along with Date of Birth.
Steps to complete the application:
- Apply for the relevant advertisement and upload all mandatory documents.
- Select post preferences (if applicable) and fill in personal details and upload a photograph, signature, and required certificates.
- Generate OTP and download the Acknowledgement Slip.
Mandatory Documents to Upload
- Photograph: Latest passport size, max 450 KB (JPEG/JPG/PNG)
- Signature: Black/dark blue ink on white paper, max 100 KB
- Age Proof: HSLC Admit Card/Certificate or equivalent
- Bachelor Degree for Forester Grade-I
- HS (10+2) for Forest Guard and Game Watcher
SLPRB Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for the posts under Assam Police Forester & Forest Guard Recrutiment 2026 consists of the following stages
- Physical Efficiency Test and Medical Examination followed by Physical Standard Test (40 Marks).
| Criteria | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Race | 3200 meters in ≤14 min (840 sec) • ≤10 min (600 sec) = 20 marks • Marks decrease progressively for longer times • >14 min = Disqualified |
1600 meters in ≤8 min (480 sec) • ≤5 min 30 sec (330 sec) = 20 marks • Marks decrease progressively for longer times • >8 min = Disqualified |
| Long Jump | Minimum 335 cm required (3 attempts, best counted) • 335 cm = 10 marks • Up to 500 cm = 20 marks • <335 cm = Disqualified |
Minimum 244 cm required (3 attempts, best counted) • 244 cm = 10 marks • Up to 389 cm = 20 marks • <244 cm = Disqualified |
| Monitoring | All PET events under CCTV surveillance and RFID timing | All PET events under CCTV surveillance and RFID timing |
- Written Test ( 100 marks for Forester and 50 marks for other posts): The written exam will be conducted for 100 marks.
- Walking Test: Qualifying only, no marks awarded.
| Category | Distance | Time Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 26 km | 4 hours |
| Female | 16 km | 4 hours |
- NCC (5 marks)
- Oral/Viva Voce (5 marks)
Assam Police Forester & Forest Guard Exam Pattern 2026
The exam pattern for Forest Guard, Forester and Game Watcher is as follows:
SLPRB Forester Exam Pattern 2026
- There will be 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
- Each question carries 1 mark.
- 0.5 marks will be deducted for wrong answers
| Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Logical reasoning, aptitude, English comprehension History & culture of Assam and India General knowledge |
100 | 100 | 2 hours |
SLPRB Forest Guard & Game Watcher Exam Pattern 2026
- There will be 100 questions (MCQs) asked from various subjects
- Each question carries 0.5 mark.
- No negative marking for wrong answers
| Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Elementary arithmetic General English Logical reasoning / Mental ability Assam’s history, geography, polity, economy General awareness, current affairs |
100 | 50 | 2 hours |
Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected candidates as a Forest Guard, Forester and Game Watcher will get a salary ranging from Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 70,000 (Pay Band-2) along with Grade Pay and other admissible allowances as per government rules.
| Components | Details |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 70,000 |
| Pay Band | 2 |
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