OSSSC Forester Exam Guide 2026
OSSSC Forester 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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📊 OSSSC Forester Recruitment 2026: Important Details
| Recruiting Body | Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission |
|---|---|
| Post | Forester |
| Vacancy | 47 |
| Notification Release Date | 30th December 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 7th January 2026 |
| Last Date of Registration | 31st January 2026 |
| Last Date of Submission | 22nd February 2026 (Extended) |
| Exam Date | 16th April to 3rd May 2026 |
| Location | Odisha Government Jobs |
| Qualification | 12th Pass Government Jobs |
📊 Exam Information 2
| Sl. No. | Territorial Circle | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Angul Territorial Circle | 8 |
| 2 | Baripada Territorial Circle | 1 |
| 3 | Berhampur Territorial Circle | 15 |
| 4 | Koraput Territorial Circle | 4 |
| 5 | Rourkela Territorial Circle | 7 |
| 6 | Sambalpur Territorial Circle | 12 |
| — | Total Forester Vacancy | 47 |
📊 Exam Information 3
| Type of Physical Efficiency Test | Qualifying Distance / Time |
|---|---|
| Walking Test | 25 km in 4 hours |
📊 Exam Information 4
| Type of Physical Efficiency Test | Qualifying Distance / Time |
|---|---|
| Walking Test | 16 km in 4 hours |
📊 Application Fee
| Category | Gender | Minimum Height (cm) | Minimum Chest – Unexpanded (cm) | Minimum Chest – Expanded |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR / SEBC / SC | Men | 168 | 81 | Expansion up to 5 cm |
| ST | Men | 158 | 81 | Expansion up to 5 cm |
| UR / SEBC / SC / ST | Women | 153 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subjects | Marks | Number of Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 | 1.5 Hours |
| General Studies | 25 | 25 | |
| English | 25 | 25 | |
| Odia | 25 | 25 | |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
📊 Salary & Pay Scale Details
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale of Rs.25500 - 81100
- Name of the Post
- Forester
- Pay Matrix Level
- Level 7, Cell-01
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is the application process for OSSSC Forester Recruitment?
The applications must be submitted online through the OSSSC website.
Q2.What is the qualification for the post of OSSSC Forester?
12th-pass candidates are eligible for this post.
Q3.What is the OSSSC Forester selection process?
The selection of candidates is based on a written test, PET, PMT, medical examination, and document verification.
Q4.When will the OSSSC Forester Notification 2026 be released?
The notification was released on 30th December 2025.
Q5.How many vacancies are announced for OSSSC Forester Recruitment 2026?
The total number of vacancies is 47.
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