The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has officially released a notification (No. 144PSC/E-1/2025-2026, dated 6 September 2026) regarding a change in the schedule for the Forest Ranger Examination-2025. Candidates preparing for this examination must take note of the rescheduling to ensure they arrive at the correct centre on the updated date.
Revised Exam Schedule Overview
Due to administrative inconveniences, the examination originally set for 12 September 2026 has been shifted to 14 September 2026. The written examinations are conducted between 30 August 2026 and 14 September 2026. It is crucial for candidates to verify their specific paper dates from the table below.
| Date | Time | Subject(s) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 August 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | English | Conventional |
| 30 August 2026 | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | General Knowledge | Objective (OMR) |
| 02 September 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Agriculture/Vet/Computer Engg | Objective |
| 02 September 2026 | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Mathematics/Statistics | Objective |
| 03 September 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Botany | Objective |
| 03 September 2026 | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Zoology | Objective |
| 06 September 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Civil Engineering | Objective |
| 06 September 2026 | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Mechanical/Chemical Engg. | Objective |
| 06 September 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Chemistry/Horticulture | Objective |
| 08 September 2026 | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Physics | Objective |
| 08 September 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Computer Science | Objective |
| 09 September 2026 | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Geology | Objective |
| 09 September 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Electrical Engineering | Objective |
| 13 September 2026 | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Forestry | Objective |
| 14 September 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Environmental Science | Objective |
| 14 September 2026 | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Electronics Engineering | Objective |
Steps to Download/Use Admit Card
The E-Admission Certificate was released on 24 August 2026. Important: The previously issued certificates remain valid for the new date; you do not need to download a new one.
- Visit the official APSC website.
- Use login credentials to access the account.
- Download the E-Admission Certificate.
- Verify all details including name, roll number, exam date, reporting time, and examination centre.
- Print a hard copy of the admit card.
- Carry the printed copy and a valid photo ID proof to the exam centre on the revised date.
Exam Day Requirements
- Printed E-Admission Certificate
- Valid photo ID proof
- Arrive before the reporting time
Important Resources
For candidates seeking the list of eligible participants, you may refer to the Assam Forest Ranger Candidate List (Advt. No. 22/2025).