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HSSC Forest Guard PMT Date 2026 Rescheduled: Check Revised Exam Schedule

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Updated: Jun 12, 2026
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The Haryana Staff Selection Commission released the HSSC Forest Guard recruitment notification for 779 posts on 06 February 2026. The commission has officially rescheduled the PMT & PET dates; the physical tests are now set to commence on 15 June 2026.

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission has officially updated the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) schedule for the 2026 Forest Guard recruitment. The Physical Efficiency Test (PET) is now slated to begin on 15 June 2026.

The PMT and PET are critical components of the selection process, designed to evaluate candidates' physical standards and overall fitness. Applicants are advised to review the updated schedule thoroughly and finalize their preparations. Meeting the specified physical criteria is mandatory to advance to the next stage of the recruitment process.

HSSC Forest Guard PMT/PET Exam Date 2026 Out

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has issued a formal notice informing candidates that the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) for Advertisement Nos. 13/2024, 01/2026, 02/2026, and 04/2026 will commence on 15 June 2026. This schedule applies to various departments, including Forests, Prisons, and Police, for roles such as Forest Guard, Forester, Constable, Sub-Inspector, Warder, and Assistant Superintendent Jail.

Download HSSC Admit Card 2026 for Forest Guard & Forester Recruitment

Haryana HSSC Forest Guard Vacancy 2026 Notification Out

The HSSC has announced 779 vacancies for the Forest Guard position under the 2026 recruitment drive. Prospective applicants should carefully review the official notification regarding age limits, educational qualifications, exam patterns, and salary structures. All applications must be submitted by the deadline of 23 February 2026.

HSSC Forest Guard Vacancy 2026: Overview

Refer to the following sections for comprehensive details required for the HSSC Forest Guard 2026 application process:

Haryana HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026: Overview

Post & Organizational Details

  • Organisation- Haryana Staff Selection Commission
  • Recruitment Name- HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026
  • Advt. No. – 04/2026
  • Post Name- Forest Guard
  • Official website- www.hssc.gov.in
Vacancy Details
  • Vacancies- 779

Important Recruitment Dates

  • Notification Release Date- 06 February 2026
  • Opening Date for submission of online application- 09 February 2026
  • Closing Date for Submission of Online Application- 23 February 2026
  • HSSC Forest Guard PET Date- 15 June 2026 onwards
  • PET Admit Card Release Date- 10 June 2026

Required Educational Qualifications

  • 10+2 or Equivalent examination from a recognised state education board/university

Age Eligibility Criteria

  • 18-42 years

Application Fee Structure

  • There is no application fee for all candidates

Selection Process Stages

  • Shortlisting (CET Score)
  • CET Mains Exams
  • Skill Test/ Physical Test
  • Document Verification and Medical Examination

Official Notification PDF

Download HSSC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 PDF

Haryana HSSC Forest Guard Vacancy 2026

The HSSC Forest Guard recruitment comprises 779 total vacancies. The Haryana Staff Selection Commission has finalized the category-wise distribution, including General, DSC, BCA, and others. Please review the vacancy table to see the specific distribution.

HSSC Forest Guard Vacancy 2026
Category Vacancies
General 318
DSC 55
OSC 55
BCA 102
BCB 8
EWS 123
ESM Gen 77
ESM DSC 1
ESM OSC 1
ESM BCA 19
ESM BCB 20
Total 779

Haryana Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Application Form Link

Eligible candidates may apply online for the Haryana Forester recruitment. Ensure all personal information, qualifications, and supporting documents are accurate before submission. Please note that applications submitted after 23 February 2026 will not be accepted.

HSSC Forest Guard Application Portal (Link Currently Inactive)

Steps to Apply Online for HSSC Forest Guard Vacancy 2026

Follow the outlined steps to successfully submit your application for the Haryana HSSC Forest Recruitment 2026.

  • Go to the official website of the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) at www.hssc.gov.in.
  • Click on the “Apply Online” or “Recruitment” section on the homepage.
  • Find and select the link for HSSC Forest Guard Vacancy 2026.
  • Register by entering your basic details like name, mobile number, and email ID.
  • Log in with your registration details.
  • Fill in your personal and education details in the application form.
  • Upload your photo and signature in the given format.
  • Pay the application fee online, if required.
  • Check all details carefully and click on the submit button.
  • Download and save the confirmation page for future use.

Eligibility Criteria for Haryana Forester Vacancy 2026

All candidates must adhere to the eligibility criteria defined by HSSC, encompassing specific educational prerequisites, age requirements, and physical standards.

  • Education Qualification– Candidates must have passed the 12th class from a recognised State Education Board/ University and Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects in Matric or Higher education
  • Age Limit– Candidates applying for the Forest Guard post must be between 18 and 42 years as of 1 January 2026. Age relaxation will be given to reserved category candidates according to the rules of the Haryana Government.
Category-wise Age Relaxation
Category Upper Age Relaxation
Scheduled Caste (SC) 5 Years
Backward Class (BC) 5 Years
Group C posts of Police Personnel 5 Years
Wives of military personnel disabled during service 5 Years
Widowed or legally divorced women 5 Years
Judicially separated women (living separately for more than 2 years) 5 Years
Unmarried Women 5 Years
Haryana Govt. employees (adhoc/contract/work-charged/daily wages) including govt-aided institutions As per Haryana Govt. norms

Haryana HSSC Forest Guard Physical Standards Requirements

Review the detailed criteria for the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) below.

Category Male Female
Height 168 cms 155 cms
Chest Unexpanded 79 cms
Chest Expanded 84 cms
Walking test 25 kms completed within 4 hours 14 kms completed within 4 hours

Syllabus Details For HSSC Forest Guard Vacancy 2026

The official syllabus for the HSSC Forest Guard recruitment has been released. The HSSC Forest Guard Syllabus covers General Awareness, Computer Knowledge, and relevant subject-specific topics.

  • General Awareness- Reasoning, Mathematics, Science, History( Haryana Related History), Current Affairs, Literature, Geography, Civics, Environment, Culture, etc. (Weightage 20 %)
  • Computer Knowledge- Computer Terminology, Fundamental, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Web Browsing, Communication Tools, Emails, Downloading and Uploading Data, etc. ( Weightage 10%)
  • Subject Related Syllabus- Weightage 70%
Subjects Topics
General Awareness
  • Indians and its neighbouring countries
  • History
  • Culture
  • Geography
  • Economic Scene
  • General Policy
  • Static Awareness
  • Scientific research
General Intelligence
  • Semantic Analogy
  • Symbolic operations
  • Symbolic/Number Analogy
  • Trends
  • Figure Analogy
  • Space Orientation
  • Semantic Classification
  • Venn diagram
  • Number Series
  • Embedded Figures
  • Figures Series
  • Punched hole/pattern folding& unfolding,
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Social Intelligence
  • Coding and de-coding
English Language
  • Spot the error
  • Fill in the blanks
  • Synonyms/Homonyms, Antonyms
  • Spellings/Detecting misspelt words
  • Idioms and Phrases
  • One word substitution, Improvement of Sentences
  • Active/Passive of Verbs
  • Conversion into Direct/Indirect narration
  • Shuffling of Sentence Parts
  • Cloze passage
  • Comprehension passage, English/Hindi words & Terminology
Quantitative Aptitude
  • Number System
  • Fundamental arithmetical operations
  • Mensuration
  • Algebra
  • Geometry
  • Trigonometry
  • Statistical Charts
 Hindi
  • शब्द एवं व्याकरण की मूल बातें
  • पर्यायवाची शब्द, विलोम शब्द, एक शब्द के लिए एक शब्द
  • संधि, समास, उपसर्ग एवं प्रत्यय
  • वाक्य शुद्धि, विराम चिन्ह
  • संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, क्रिया, विशेषण
  • लिंग, वचन, काल, कारक, वाच्य
Haryana Economy
  • Economy of Haryana: nature, problems, development
  • Agriculture, income, population, health and nutrition
  • Agricultural finance, crop insurance, NABARD
  • MSMEs, SEZs, industries in Haryana
  • Haryana budget, revenue sources, government policies
Rural Marketing
  • Meaning and features of rural markets
  • Challenges and opportunities in rural areas
  • Consumer behaviour and market segmentation
  • Marketing strategies, pricing, promotion, distribution
  • E-commerce and innovations in rural markets
Environmental Studies and Disaster Management
  • Natural resources: forest, water, minerals, energy
  • Ecosystems and biodiversity
  • Environmental pollution and control measures
  • Environmental laws and protection acts
  • Waste management and public awareness
  • Disaster Management: natural & man-made disasters, climate change, disaster response, role of government, NGOs, police, and armed forces

What is the Exam Pattern for HSSC Forest Guard Vacancy 2026

Mastering the exam pattern is essential for effective preparation. See the detailed HSSC Forest Guard Exam Pattern 2026 below:

  • Mode of Examination: Offline (OMR-based)
  • Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • Total Questions: 100
  • Total Marks: 100
  • Time Duration: 1 Hour 45 Minutes
  • Minimum Qualifying Marks:
    • General Category – 50%
    • Reserved Category – 40%
  • Negative Marking: No
  • Exam Language: English and Hindi
Subjects No. of Questions Marks Duration
General Awareness, Reasoning, Mathematics, Science, History, Current Affairs, Civics, EVS, Culture & Literature 20 20 1 Hour 45 Minutes
Computer Terminologies, Computer Abbreviations, Hardware & Software, Keyboard Shortcuts, Networking, Operating System, Internet, MS Office 10 10
Subject-Related Topics 70 70
Total 100 100 1 Hour 45 Minutes

HSSC Forest Guard Medical Examination

Candidates qualifying in previous rounds will undergo a comprehensive medical examination. This evaluation verifies eyesight, hearing, and general physical fitness in accordance with the standards mandated by the Haryana Government. Only medically cleared candidates proceed to final selection.

Also check
HSSC Forest Guard Salary
HSSC Forest Guard Previous Year Question Papers

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