The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has officially released the Forester (Vanpal) Admit Card 2026 on 24 June 2026 at rssb.rajasthan.gov.in and recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in. The admit card is for the Written Examination (Stage 1) of the Forester (Vanpal) Direct Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 01/2026. The exam is scheduled on 28 June 2026 (Sunday) in a single shift from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM across various centres in Rajasthan. City Intimation Slips were released earlier on 22 June 2026. A total of 259 Forester vacancies — 213 in Non-Scheduled (Non-TSP) Area and 46 in Scheduled (TSP) Area — are being filled under this recruitment. The exam is OMR-based offline, with 100 questions of 100 marks and negative marking of 1/3 per wrong answer. Only candidates who had applied between 6 January–11 February 2026 and have not withdrawn their applications (5,739 withdrew during 14–16 May 2026) are eligible to appear. RSSB will not send physical admit cards by post — download the e-Admit Card from the portal only.
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28 June 2026 (Sunday) — Single Shift, 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (2 Hours) — All Rajasthan Districts — OMR-based Offline Exam
Quick Facts
| Admit Card | OUT |
| Total Posts | 259 |
| Exam Date | 28 June 2026 |
| Exam Shift | 11 AM – 1 PM |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 |
1. Complete Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | Forester (Vanpal) Direct Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB/RSMSSB) |
| Recruiting Department | Rajasthan Forest Department |
| Post Name | Forester — वनपाल (Vanpal) |
| Total Vacancies | 259 posts — Non-TSP Area: 213 | TSP (Scheduled) Area: 46 |
| CET Requirement | Must have qualified CET (Senior Secondary Level) 2024 conducted by RSSB |
| Educational Qualification | Passed Senior Secondary (10+2) with 50% marks from Rajasthan Board/CBSE/equivalent + Knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script + familiarity with Rajasthan culture |
| Age Limit (as on 01.01.2027) | Minimum 18 years | Maximum 40 years + special 3 yrs relaxation for all |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST/OBC/MBC Male: +5 yrs | General Female: +5 yrs | SC/ST/OBC/MBC Female: +10 yrs | PwD: as per rules |
| Application Fee (OTR) | Gen/Creamy Layer OBC/MBC: ₹600 | Non-Creamy Layer OBC/MBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwD (Rajasthan): ₹400 |
| Application Period | 06 January 2026 to 11 February 2026 (extended from 04 Feb) |
| Withdrawal Window | 14–16 May 2026 | 5,739 candidates withdrew their applications |
| City Intimation Slip Released | 22 June 2026 |
| Admit Card (e-Hall Ticket) Released | 24 June 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 28 June 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Shift & Timing | Single Shift — 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (2 hours) |
| Exam Mode | Offline — OMR-based | Objective Type (MCQ) |
| Exam Pattern | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 2 Hours | Negative Marking: 1/3 mark per wrong answer |
| Selection Process | Written Exam (CET 2024 based) → PET → PMT → Document Verification → Medical Exam |
| Pay Scale (7th CPC) | Level 8 — ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 + Rajasthan govt. allowances |
| Helpline | 0141-2722520 | Email: secyrsmssb@rajasthan.gov.in |
| Official Website | rssb.rajasthan.gov.in | recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in | sso.rajasthan.gov.in |
2. Important Dates — Complete Recruitment Timeline
| # | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Official Notification Released | 06 January 2026 |
| 2 | Online Application Opens | 06 January 2026 |
| 3 | Application Deadline (Extended) | 11 February 2026 |
| 4 | Application Withdrawal Window (5,739 withdrew) | 14–16 May 2026 |
| 5 | Exam Schedule/Instructions Notice Released | 13 May 2026 |
| 6 | Admit Card Notice Released | 27 May 2026 |
| 7 | City Intimation Slip Released | 22 June 2026 |
| 8 | Admit Card (e-Hall Ticket) Released | 24 June 2026 |
| 9 | Written Examination (Stage 1) | 28 June 2026 (Sunday), 11:00 AM–1:00 PM |
| 10 | Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | After Written Exam |
| 11 | Physical Measurement Test (PMT) | After PET |
| 12 | Document Verification (DV) | After PMT |
| 13 | Medical Examination | After DV |
| 14 | Final Merit List & Appointment | To be announced |
All dates after the Written Exam are tentative. Monitor rssb.rajasthan.gov.in regularly for result, PET/PMT schedule and further updates.
3. Vacancy Breakup — 259 Forester (Vanpal) Posts
The 259 posts are divided into Non-TSP (Non-Scheduled/General) Area and TSP (Scheduled/Tribal Sub-Plan) Area with category-wise vertical reservations and horizontal reservations for women, ex-servicemen, divyang, and outstanding sportspersons.
Non-Scheduled (Non-TSP) Area — 213 Posts
| Category | Notes |
|---|---|
| Total | 213 (Non-TSP Area) |
| UR/General | Unreserved |
| OBC/MBC | OBC + MBC |
| SC | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | Scheduled Tribe |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section |
Scheduled (TSP/Tribal Sub-Plan) Area — 46 Posts
| Category | Notes |
|---|---|
| Total | 46 (TSP Area) |
| ST (TSP) | Major share — Scheduled Tribe |
| Others | Per roster |
| Grand Total | 259 (All Posts) |
Horizontal Reservations (within vertical categories) are provided for: Women, Ex-Servicemen (ESM), Divyang (PwD), and Outstanding Sportspersons as per Rajasthan government reservation policies. The exact category-wise breakup with horizontal sub-divisions is available in the official notification at rssb.rajasthan.gov.in. RSSB reserves the right to modify the number of vacancies before the examination result.
4. How to Download RSSB Forester Admit Card 2026 — Step-by-Step
- Visit Official SSO Portal or RSSB Website — go to sso.rajasthan.gov.in (SSO Portal) OR directly to rssb.rajasthan.gov.in or recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in. Use a desktop or laptop browser for the best experience; mobile browsers may cause issues with PDF downloads.
- Login with SSO ID and Password — enter your SSO ID (Username) and Password. If forgotten, use “Forgot Password/Username” and recover via registered mobile number or email.
- Navigate to Recruitment Portal → Forester 2026 — after login, click Citizen Apps (G2C) → Recruitment Portal → find the Forester (Vanpal) Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 01/2026) link in your application dashboard → click Admit Card/e-Hall Ticket.
- Alternative: Direct Download via Application No. + DOB — visit rssb.rajasthan.gov.in, click on the Forester Admit Card 2026 link, enter your Application Number and Date of Birth, and submit to access your hall ticket.
- Verify All Details on the Admit Card — carefully check Name, Father’s Name, Date of Birth, Roll Number, Exam Centre Name & Address, Exam Date (28 June 2026), Shift (11 AM–1 PM), and your photograph & signature. Contact RSSB immediately at 0141-2722520 or secyrsmssb@rajasthan.gov.in if any details are incorrect.
- Download & Print the e-Admit Card — download the PDF and take 2–3 colour printouts on A4-size paper. Ensure all text and the photograph are clearly visible. Carry one copy to the exam hall along with a valid original photo ID. RSSB will not send physical admit cards by post under any circumstances.
Admit Card is Mandatory: Entry to the examination hall will not be permitted without a printed copy of the e-Admit Card and a valid photo ID. Lost/damaged admit cards can be re-downloaded before the exam. RSSB will not issue duplicate physical cards.
5. Exam Day Instructions — 28 June 2026 (Sunday)
What You Must Carry to the Exam Centre
- Printed e-Admit Card — mandatory for entry; without it you will not be allowed inside
- One original photo ID — Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/PAN Card/Passport/Driving Licence (government-issued)
- One recent colour passport-size photograph — not more than 1 month old (2.5 × 2.5 cm)
- Transparent blue ink ballpoint pen only — for OMR sheet marking; no other pen type permitted
Items Strictly Prohibited at Exam Centre
- Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, earphones, microphones, pagers, or any electronic gadgets
- Books, notebooks, loose papers, slips, or any written material
- Whiteners/correction fluid, pencils (OMR must be filled in blue ballpoint only)
- Water bottles, food items (unless medically required with prior permission)
- Bags or pouches — candidates should come with only permitted items
Reporting Time & Entry Rules
- Candidates must report at the exam centre at least 30–45 minutes before the exam start time (i.e., by 10:00–10:30 AM)
- Exam timing: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM — candidates will not be allowed entry after the exam begins
- All candidates are subject to security frisking at entry — cooperate with invigilators
- Exam centre address is mentioned on the admit card — locate the venue in advance
- Candidates found with prohibited items will be disqualified and may face legal action
6. Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| Subject/Topic Area | Level |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge of Rajasthan (History, Geography, Culture, Art, Heritage) | Senior Secondary |
| Social Studies | Senior Secondary |
| Everyday Science & Environmental Studies | Senior Secondary |
| Mathematics | Senior Secondary |
| Current Affairs (National & International; special reference to Rajasthan) | Senior Secondary |
| General Reasoning & Aptitude | Senior Secondary |
| Total: 100 Questions, 100 Marks | Senior Secondary Level |
Exam Format: Total Marks = 100 | Duration = 2 Hours (120 Min) | Negative Marking = −1/3 per wrong answer | Mode: Offline OMR-based | Language: Hindi | MCQ Objective Type | No marks deducted for unattempted questions
Score Calculation Formula
- Each correct answer: +1 mark
- Each wrong answer: −1/3 mark (approximately −0.33 marks)
- Unattempted questions: 0 marks (no deduction)
- Formula: Score = (Correct × 1) − (Wrong × 1/3)
- Example: 75 correct, 15 wrong, 10 unattempted → Score = 75 − (15 × 1/3) = 75 − 5 = 70 marks
- Avoid random guessing — each 3 wrong answers cancel out 1 correct answer
7. Complete Selection Process — All Stages
| Stage | Test/Activity | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Written Examination (OMR-based) — 100 Qs, 100 Marks, 2 Hrs, Neg. Marking 1/3, based on CET 2024 syllabus | Merit-determining |
| Stage 2 | Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — walking test with separate standards for Male & Female candidates | Qualifying |
| Stage 3 | Physical Measurement Test (PMT) — Height & Chest (Male), Height & Weight (Female) | Qualifying |
| Stage 4 | Document Verification (DV) | Mandatory |
| Stage 5 | Medical Examination | Mandatory |
| Final | Merit List & Appointment — final merit based on Written Exam marks; PET/PMT/DV/Medical are qualifying only | Written Exam marks = Merit |
8. Eligibility Criteria — Qualification, Age & Fee
| Category | Age (as on 01.01.2027) | App. Fee (OTR) |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) — Male | 18–40 yrs (+3 yrs special = up to 43 yrs) | ₹600 |
| General (UR) — Female (Rajasthan) | 18–40 yrs (+5 yrs + 3 special = up to 48 yrs) | ₹400 |
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC — Male (Rajasthan) | 18–40 yrs (+5 yrs + 3 special = up to 48 yrs) | ₹400 |
| SC/ST/OBC/MBC — Female (Rajasthan) | 18–40 yrs (+10 yrs + 3 special = up to 53 yrs) | ₹400 |
| EWS (Rajasthan) | As per category above | ₹400 |
| PwD/Divyang (Rajasthan) | As per Rajasthan Govt. rules | ₹400 |
| Creamy Layer OBC/MBC | Treated as General | ₹600 |
| Candidates from States other than Rajasthan (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) | Treated as General category | ₹600 |
CET Mandatory: Only candidates who have qualified CET (Senior Secondary Level) 2024 are eligible. Written exam score is based on CET 2024 performance. Knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script and familiarity with Rajasthan culture are essential qualifications. Marriage registration as per Rajasthan Govt. circular dated 22-05-2006 is mandatory.
9. Documents Required at Exam & Later at Document Verification
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Printed e-Admit Card | Mandatory for entry into exam hall on 28 June 2026 |
| Original Photo ID (Government-issued) | Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN/Passport/Driving Licence |
| Passport-Size Photograph | Recent colour photo (not older than 1 month, 2.5×2.5 cm) |
| Transparent Blue Ballpoint Pen | For OMR sheet — only transparent blue ink pen allowed |
| 10th/Senior Secondary Marksheet & Certificate | For DV stage — proof of qualification (10+2 with 50%) |
| CET (Senior Secondary) 2024 Scorecard | For DV stage — mandatory CET qualification proof |
| Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS) | For DV — from competent Rajasthan authority; OBC/MBC: Non-Creamy Layer |
| Rajasthan Domicile/Residence Certificate | Mandatory for category reservation benefits |
| Marriage Registration Certificate | As per Rajasthan Govt. circular dated 22-05-2006 (if married) |
| PwD/Divyang Certificate | From competent medical authority — if claiming disability reservation |
| Ex-Servicemen Discharge Book | If claiming ESM horizontal reservation |
| Sportsperson Certificate | If claiming Outstanding Sportsperson horizontal reservation |
10. Important Links
- Download Admit Card — RSSB Official Website — rssb.rajasthan.gov.in
- Download Admit Card — Rajasthan Recruitment Portal — recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in
- SSO Login Portal — sso.rajasthan.gov.in (Login with SSO ID)
- Official Notification PDF — Advt. No. 01/2026 — RSSB Forester (Vanpal) 2026, available at rssb.rajasthan.gov.in
Quick Reference: Admit Card: 24 June 2026 | Exam: 28 June 2026 (Sun) 11 AM–1 PM | Posts: 259 Vanpal | Portal: rssb.rajasthan.gov.in | Helpline: 0141-2722520
11. FAQs
| # | Question | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | When was the RSSB Forester Admit Card 2026 released and where to download it? | Released on 24 June 2026. Download from rssb.rajasthan.gov.in or recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in. Log in using SSO ID and Password via sso.rajasthan.gov.in, or use Application Number and Date of Birth on the direct admit card link. City Intimation Slips were released earlier on 22 June 2026. |
| 2 | What is the RSSB Forester Exam Date, Shift Timing and Pattern for 2026? | Scheduled on 28 June 2026 (Sunday), single shift from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (2 hours). Offline OMR-based mode, 100 objective-type (MCQ) questions carrying 100 marks. Negative marking of 1/3 mark per wrong answer. Covers General Knowledge, Rajasthan History, Geography, Culture, Current Affairs, Everyday Science, Mathematics, and General Reasoning at Senior Secondary level. |
| 3 | How many candidates are appearing in RSSB Forester Exam 2026? | The total number of registered applicants post-withdrawal is not officially declared. During the withdrawal window (14–16 May 2026), 5,739 candidates withdrew their applications and will not appear in the exam. The remaining eligible candidates will compete for 259 posts, making it a highly competitive exam. |
| 4 | Is CET mandatory for RSSB Forester Recruitment 2026? | Yes. Qualifying CET (Senior Secondary Level) 2024 conducted by RSSB is mandatory. The Written Exam is based on the CET 2024 syllabus and pattern. Only candidates who appeared in and qualified CET 2024 were eligible to apply, and the CET application number was required during the Forester application process. |
| 5 | What is the difference between Non-TSP and TSP area vacancies? | Non-TSP Area (213 posts) covers general districts of Rajasthan outside Tribal Sub-Plan regions; all categories can apply subject to category-wise reservation. TSP Area (46 posts) covers designated tribal areas and primarily benefits Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates from these regions as per TSP reservation rules. |
| 6 | What are the physical standards for RSSB Forester PET/PMT? | Conducted after the written exam for qualifying candidates. PET typically includes a walking test with separate distance/time standards for male and female candidates. PMT includes height for all candidates, chest measurement for males, and weight for females. Exact standards will be officially notified after the written exam result. Both stages are qualifying — marks are not counted in the final merit. |
| 7 | What is the salary of Rajasthan Forester (Vanpal) post? | Level-8 Pay Scale of ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (7th CPC). Additional benefits include Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Forest Department-specific field allowances, Transport Allowance, and Old Pension Scheme (OPS, restored from 01.04.2022). Gross monthly in-hand salary is approximately ₹60,000–₹70,000 including all allowances at a district-level posting. |
| 8 | What if I found a mistake in my RSSB Forester Admit Card 2026? | Contact RSSB immediately before the exam date via Helpline: 0141-2722520 or Email: secyrsmssb@rajasthan.gov.in. Carry all original supporting documents to the exam centre to assist invigilators if a discrepancy is found on exam day. Minor discrepancies may be resolved on-site with original documents, but it’s best to contact RSSB in advance. |
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