JPSC Forest Range Officer Recruitment 2024 - Apply Now
Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has announced recruitment for the posts of Assistant Forest Conservator (ACF) and Forest Range Officer (FRO) for 2024. The online application process has started from 29th July 2024, and candidates can do it by visiting the official website. Information related to this recruitment, like age limit, application fee, qualification, and selection process, is available in the details given below.
Highlights
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree
Designation
Designation
- Forest Range Officer (FRO)
- Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF)
Note - Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has extended the last date for application of Assistant Forest Conservator (ACF) and Forest Range Officer (FRO) Recruitment for 2024 from 10 August 2024 to 30 August 2024. Now candidates can apply till 30 August 2024, while the last date for submission of application fee has been fixed as 2 September 2024. The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on 22 September 2024.
Information for JPSC Recruitment
Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has announced the recruitment of a total of 248 posts of Assistant Forest Conservator (ACF) and Forest Range Officer (FRO) for 2024. The online application process has started from 29th July 2024, and candidates can apply till 30th August 2024. Interested candidates can apply by visiting the official website given below, and it is necessary to check it before applying.
Important Dates
| Description | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | July 29, 2024 |
| Application End Date | August 30, 2024 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 02 September 2024 |
| Exam Date | 22 September 2024 |
| Admit Card | To be notified soon |
Application Fee
Candidates applying for Assistant Forest Conservator (ACF) and Forest Range Officer (FRO) posts are required to pay the application fee. Candidates from all categories and candidates from other states have to pay a fee of Rs.600/-. This fee is also Rs.600/- for General/EWS/BC/EBC (Jharkhand Domicile) candidates. At the same time, candidates from SC/ST (Jharkhand Domicile) category have to pay an application fee of Rs.50/-. Candidates have to deposit their examination fee only through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI and other payment modes by 02 September 2024
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Other States | ₹600 |
| General/EWS/BC/EBC (Residents of Jharkhand) | ₹600 |
| SC/ST (Residents of Jharkhand) | ₹50 |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Age Limit (as of August 1, 2024)
Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has prescribed the age limit for candidates applying for Assistant Forest Conservator (ACF) and Forest Range Officer (FRO) posts for 2024, wherein the minimum age should be 21 years and maximum age should be 35 years. The age of the candidates will be calculated as on 1st August 2024, and candidates will be given age relaxation as per the rules of the government.
- Minimum : 21 Years
- Maximum : 35 Years
- Age Relaxation : As per rules
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 21 years | 35 years |
| BC-I/BC-II | 21 years | 37 years |
| Female (Unreserved/BC-I/BC-II) | 21 years | 38 years |
| SC/ST (Male and Female) | 21 years | 40 years |
| Economically Weaker Section | 21 years | 35 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 21 years | +5 years in respective category |
Vacancy Details
Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has released a total of 248 vacancies for Assistant Forest Conservator (ACF) and Forest Range Officer (FRO) posts for 2024. These include 78 vacancies for Assistant Forest Conservator (ACF) post and 170 vacancies for Forest Range Officer (FRO) post. The details of the posts according to different categories are presented in the table below.
| Category | Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF) | Forest Range Officer (FRO) | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 32 | 79 | 111 |
| EWS | 07 | 16 | 23 |
| SC | 08 | 01 | 09 |
| ST | 20 | 47 | 67 |
| BC-I | 06 | 15 | 21 |
| BC-II | 05 | 12 | 17 |
| Total Posts | 78 | 170 | 248 |
Education Qualification
Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has prescribed the following requirements for candidates applying for Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF) and Forest Range Officer (FRO) posts for 2024: They must possess a bachelor’s degree in one of Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Forestry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Environmental Science or related subjects, or a degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering from a recognized university.
Salary for JPSC Recruitment
Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) will provide minimum Rs 9300 to maximum Rs 34800 with grade pay of Rs 5400 to the finally selected candidates for the posts of Assistant Forest Conservator (ACF) and Forest Range Officer (FRO) for 2024 as per PB-II Pay Matrix Level – 9.
Physical Eligibility
| Description | Minimum Standards | Other Categories |
|---|---|---|
| Height (Male) | 152.5 cm | 163 cm |
| Height (Female) | 145 cm | 150 cm |
| Chest (without expansion) Male | 79 cm (5 cm expansion) | (5 cm) Expansion |
| Physical Test | ||
| Male | 4 hours to complete 25 km walk | Candidate must be in good health |
| Female | 4 hours to complete 14 km walk | Must be a member of Jharkhand Forest Service |
Selection Process
Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) selection for Assistant Forest Conservator (ACF) and Forest Range Officer (FRO) posts for 2024 will be done in 4 stages, details of which are given below. Candidates are advised to study the notification given below carefully.
- Preliminary Exam
- Mains Exam
- Interview
- Medical Examination
Preliminary Examination
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Type of Examination | Objective type examination |
| Subjects | Marks |
| Indian History and National Movement | 20 marks |
| Geography of India and the World | 15 marks |
| Indian Polity and Constitution | 20 marks |
| Indian Economy | 20 marks |
| History, Geography, Economy, and Culture of Jharkhand | 30 marks |
| General Science | 25 marks |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 2 hours |
Main Written Examination
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Type of Examination | Compulsory and Optional papers |
| Subjects | Marks |
| General Hindi | 50 marks |
| General English | 50 marks |
| General Studies Paper-I | 200 marks |
| General Studies Paper-II | 200 marks |
| Optional Subject Paper-I | 200 marks |
| Optional Subject Paper-II | 200 marks |
| Total Marks | 1000 |
Physical Test
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Physical Test | As per the physical standards mentioned above |
Interview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Marks | 100 |
How to apply
First of all, the candidate has to visit the official website jpscexam.com.
Then, click on “Registration” on the right side.
The candidate has to first complete the one-time registration (OTR) process.
After this, then login and click on “Forest Range Officer Exam 2024 Advertisement 04/2024”.
Now the candidate has to fill his application form.
The candidate has to upload his required documents, photo and signature.
After this, the candidate has to pay the fee of his application form.
Then, submit the application form for JPSC Forest Recruitment 2024.
After submitting his application form, the candidate should take a print out of it and keep it with him.
FAQ's
- How to apply for JPSC Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF) and Forest Range Officer (FRO)?
Candidates must first visit the official website of JPSC, jpscexam.com, click on “Registration”, and complete the one-time registration (OTR) process. Next, login and fill the application form and upload the required documents.
- What is the application fee?
General/EWS/BC/EBC category candidates have to pay an application fee of ₹600 and SC/ST category candidates have to pay an application fee of ₹50 for Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF) and Forest Range Officer (FRO).
- What is the last date for application?
The last date for application is 10 August 2024, while the last date for fee payment is 11 August 2024.
- What is the age limit?
Candidates must be at least 21 years of age and at least 35 years of age. Age relaxation is also applicable as per government rules.
- What are the stages included in the selection process?
The selection process includes four stages: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Interview, and Medical Examination.
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