DSSSB Forest Guard Exam Date 2026 Announced for 52 Posts: Check Schedule & Exam Pattern
The official DSSSB Forest Guard Exam Date 2026 has been announced for 52 vacancies under the Forest & Wildlife Department (Advt. No. 02/2025). The Computer Based Test (CBT) is scheduled to take place from July 7, 2026, to July 14, 2026. Review the complete exam pattern, selection stages, and schedule details below.
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has officially confirmed the recruitment schedule for 52 Forest Guard positions within the Forest and Wildlife Department. Following the release of the DSSSB Forest Guard Recruitment 2025-26 notification (Advt. No. 02/2025), the board has now declared the specific exam dates for the Computer Based Test (CBT) under Post Code 41/25.
DSSSB Forest Guard Exam Date 2026 Out
The DSSSB Forest Guard examination is set to be held from July 7, 2026, to July 14, 2026. The comprehensive selection process involves multiple stages, including a Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Endurance Test (PET), Skill Test, and final Document Verification. Applicants are advised to prioritize their syllabus revision to prepare effectively for the upcoming CBT phase.
| Exam Date | Shift 1 | Shift 2 | Shift 3 |
| 07 July 2026 | – | 01:00 PM- 03:00 PM | 05:00 PM- 07:00 PM |
| 8, 9, 10 ,12, &13 July 2026 | 09:00 AM- 11:00 AM | 01:00 PM- 03:00 PM | 05:00 PM- 07:00 PM |
| 11 July 2026 & 14 July 2026 | 09:00 AM- 11:00 AM | 01:00 PM- 03:00 PM |
DSSSB Forest Guard Examination 2026
In addition to Forest Guard roles, the DSSSB has released a variety of technical and non-technical vacancies. Candidates can review the essential examination details for Advt. No. 02/2025 summarized in the table provided below.
| DSSSB Forest Guard Exam Date 2026: Key Highlights | |
| Recruiting Organisation | Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Commission |
| Department | Department of Forests and Wildlife |
| Post Name | Forest Guard |
| Vacancies | 52 |
| Advt. No. | 02/2025 |
| Post Code | 41/25 |
| Exam Date | 7 July 2026 to 14 July 2026 |
| Selection Procedure | Physical Test, Written examination, Certificate Verification |
| Salary | Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100 |
| Official Website | www.dsssb.delhi.gov.in |
DSSSB Forest Guard Notification 2025-26 PDF
DSSSB Forest Guard Vacancies
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) is filling 52 Forest Guard vacancies across various categories. Detailed category-wise vacancy breakdowns are provided in the following section.
| DSSSB Forest Guard Vacancies | |
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 19 |
| EWS | 04 |
| OBC | 18 |
| SC | 06 |
| ST | 05 |
| Total | 52 |
DSSSB Apply Online Link Over
Please note that the online application window for the DSSSB Forest Guard recruitment 2025 has officially closed. All applications were strictly accepted through the official online portal.
DSSSB Forest Guard Application Fee 2026
General category candidates were required to pay an application fee of ₹100, while female candidates, SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen were granted a fee exemption.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs. 100/- |
| SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen/ Women | Exempted |
All application fee payments were processed exclusively through the official DSSSB web portal.
DSSSB Forest Guard Exam Pattern 2026
Candidates preparing for the Forest Guard Examination can refer to the structured exam pattern and marking scheme outlined below to optimize their performance.
- Mode of Examination- Computer Based Test Mode
- Negative marking- 0.25 marks will deducted for every wrong answer
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 2 Hours |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | |
| Arithmetical & Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | |
| Test of Hindi Language & Comprehension | 40 | 40 | |
| Test of English Language & Comprehension | 40 | 40 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
| Also check |
| DSSSB Forest Guard Syllabus |
| DSSSB Forest Guard Salary |
FAQs
The DSSSB Forest Guard Exam 2026 will be conducted in multiple shifts from July 7, 2026, to July 14, 2026.
The exam features a total of 200 questions worth 200 marks, encompassing sections on General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Ability (Arithmetic), English Language, Hindi Language, and General Awareness.