Karnataka Forest Department Forest Watcher Recruitment 2026 Notification Out (774 Posts)
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📌 संक्षिप्त जानकारी (Brief Information):
Karnataka Forest Department ने आधिकारिक तौर पर Forest Watcher (Group D) के 774 रिक्त पदों पर भर्ती के लिए विभिन्न वन मंडलों (Forest Circles) के लिए विस्तृत अधिसूचना जारी की है। सरकारी नौकरी (Forest Jobs) की तैयारी कर रहे जो भी उम्मीदवार इस भर्ती में रुचि रखते हैं और निर्धारित SSLC (10th Pass) पात्रता को पूरा करते हैं, वे 01 अगस्त 2026 से 31 अगस्त 2026 तक ऑनलाइन आवेदन कर सकते हैं। आवेदन करने से पहले आयु सीमा, चयन प्रक्रिया, शारीरिक मापदंड (PST/PET) और अन्य महत्वपूर्ण निर्देशों के लिए आधिकारिक विज्ञापन अवश्य पढ़ें।
| Online Application Start Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Exam / PST / PET Date | To be notified later |
- General / Category IIA, IIB, IIIA, IIIB: Rs. 100/-
- SC / ST / Category-I: Rs. 50/-
- Payment Mode: Online Gateway via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI etc.
- Maximum Age for General: 30 Years
- Maximum Age for Category IIA, IIB, IIIA, IIIB: 32 Years
- Maximum Age for SC/ST/Category-I: 33 Years
- Age Relaxation: Extra Age Relaxation applicable for Ex-Servicemen & Departmental candidates as per Karnataka Government rules.
Total Vacancies Advertised: 774 Posts
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility / Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Watcher (Group D) | 774 |
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Circle-wise Vacancy Details:
| Forest Circle | No. of Posts | Forest Circle | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamarajanagara | 159 | Belagavi | 42 |
| Mysore | 121 | Chikamagaluru | 60 |
| Bengaluru | 82 | Hassan | 31 |
| Ballari | 64 | Kodagu | 32 |
| Kanara | 67 | Dharwad | 12 |
| Mangalore | 54 | Kalburgi | 06 |
| Shimoga | 44 | Total | 774 |
Pay Scale:
₹29,600 – ₹52,800 (as per Karnataka Government Pay Matrix)
- Stage 1: Scrutiny of Online Application
- Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Stage 3: Physical Endurance Test (PET) & Physical Efficiency Test
- Stage 4: Document Verification
- Final Stage: Merit List
Physical Standards for Forest Watcher
| Category | Height | Chest / Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Male (General) | 163 cm | 79 cm (Normal) + 5 cm Expansion |
| Female (General) | 150 cm | Minimum 40 kg |
| Local Forest Dwelling Tribe (Male) | 152 cm | 74 cm + 5 cm Expansion |
| Local Forest Dwelling Tribe (Female) | 145 cm | Minimum 38 kg |
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Male: 1600 metres run in 7 minutes
- Female & Ex-Servicemen: 1000 metres run in 6 minutes
- Visit the official website aranya.gov.in between 01 August 2026 and 31 August 2026.
- Register using a valid mobile number and Aadhaar number.
- Fill out the online application form with correct details.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee through online mode (UPI, Net Banking, Card, etc.).
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
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| 📄 Mysore Circle | 📄 Chikamagaluru Circle |
| 📄 Kanara Circle | 📄 Kodagu Circle |
| 📄 Dharwad Circle | 📄 Mangalore Circle |
| 📄 Hassan Circle | 📄 Kalburgi Circle |
| 📄 Belagavi Circle | 📄 Ballari Circle |
| 📄 Chamarajanagara Circle | 📄 Bengaluru Circle |
| 📄 Shimoga (Shivamogga) Circle | |
| Official Website | 🌐 aranya.gov.in |
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Q1: What is the total number of vacancies in Karnataka Forest Watcher Recruitment 2026-27?
Ans: A total of 774 Forest Watcher posts have been announced across various circles.
Q2: What is the educational qualification required for Karnataka Forest Watcher?
Ans: Candidates must have passed SSLC (10th) or equivalent examination recognized by Karnataka Government.
Q3: What is the last date to apply for Karnataka Forest Watcher Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 31 August 2026.
Q4: What is the selection process for Karnataka Forest Watcher posts?
Ans: Selection will be done through Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Endurance Test (PET), Physical Efficiency Test, Document Verification, and Final Merit List.
