BPSC Assistant Conservator of Forest Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 12 Posts
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 02/2026 for direct recruitment to 12 Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF) posts under the Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department, Government of Bihar. Online applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens who are physically fit and capable of efficiently performing duties as a member of the Bihar Forest Service.
1. Introduction & Official Notification Summary
The Bihar Public Service Commission, located at 15 Nehru Path (Bailey Road), Patna – 800001, has invited online applications for recruitment to the post of Assistant Conservator of Forest in the Bihar Forest Service Cadre. The recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. 02/2026 for filling a total of 12 vacant posts through direct appointment.
Only those candidates who are medically fit, possess a well-built physique, and are free from any physical disability that may hinder efficient forest service duties are eligible to apply. Detailed online application instructions are available on the official BPSC website.
2. Recruitment Overview Table
| Organisation | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Department | Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department, Bihar |
| Advertisement No. | 02/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF) |
| Total Vacancies | 12 Posts |
| Pay Scale | Revised Pay Level – 9 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Start Date | 12 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 February 2026 |
| Official Website | bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
3. Category-wise Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies is 12. Category-wise distribution, including backlog vacancies and horizontal reservation for women (35%), is detailed below:
| Category | Total Posts | Women (35%) |
| Unreserved (UR) | 03 | 01 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 01 | 00 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 02 (including 1 backlog) | 00 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 00 | 00 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 04 (including 2 backlog) | 00 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 01 (backlog) | 00 |
| Backward Class Women (BCL) | 01 | 00 |
| Total | 12 | 01 |
4. Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university with at least one of the following subjects:
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Forestry
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
OR a Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Agriculture
- Engineering (any discipline)
5. Age Limit & Relaxation (as on 01.08.2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- UR (Male): 37 Years
- UR Female / BC / EBC (Male & Female): 40 Years
- SC / ST (Male & Female): 42 Years
Additional age relaxations are applicable for trained Forest Range Officers, government servants, and ex-servicemen as per Bihar Government rules.
6. Pay Scale / Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed under Revised Pay Level – 9. Along with basic pay, admissible allowances such as DA, HRA, and other state government benefits will be provided as per rules.
7. Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Physical Test
- Interview (50 Marks)
8. Written Examination Pattern
Compulsory Papers
- General Hindi – 50 Marks (Qualifying, 20 Marks Minimum)
- English – 50 Marks (Qualifying, 20 Marks Minimum)
- General Knowledge – 100 Marks
- Forestry & Environment – 50 Marks
Optional Subjects
Candidates must select two optional subjects. Each subject carries 150 marks (two papers of 75 marks each).
9. Physical Standards
| Standard | Male | Female |
| Height (General) | 163 cm | 150 cm |
| Height (SC/ST) | 152.5 cm | 145 cm |
| Chest (Male) | 79 cm (5 cm expansion) | |
| Walking Test | 25 km in 4 hours | 14 km in 4 hours |
10. Application Fee
- All Candidates: ₹100
- Biometric Fee (without Aadhaar): ₹200 extra
11. Important Dates
- Online Application Start: 12 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 02 February 2026
12. One Time Registration (OTR)
OTR is mandatory for all candidates. Registration must be completed before applying for the recruitment. OTR requires a valid mobile number and email ID and remains valid for all future BPSC examinations.
13. Documents Required
- Matriculation Certificate (DOB proof)
- Degree Certificates & Mark Sheets
- Caste / Residence / EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Serviceman / Government Employee Certificates (if applicable)
- Photo Identity Proof
- Four recent passport-size photographs
14. How to Apply – Step by Step
- Complete One Time Registration on BPSC portal
- Create and lock profile after uploading photo & signature
- Select Advertisement No. 02/2026
- Fill application form carefully
- Pay application fee online
- Download and print application form
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Start Date | 12 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 February 2026 |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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