CSB BTC Forester & Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 – 157 Vacancies | Powerful Opportunity

The CSB BTC Forester & Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Central Selection Board (CSB), Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), Kokrajhar. This recruitment drive invites online applications from eligible candidates who are residents of BTC area, Assam and registered in the Employment Exchange of Assam.

A total of 157 vacancies have been announced for the posts of Forester-I and Forest Guard under the Forest Department, BTC. Candidates who meet the required educational qualifications, age criteria, and physical standards can apply online within the prescribed dates. If you are preparing for BTC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 or looking for Assam Forest Department jobs 2026, this is a major opportunity.

📅 Important Dates

⚠️ Last Date to Apply: 15 March 2026

📊 Vacancy Details

Post-wise Vacancy

Reservation of posts will be as per the provisions of the Sixth Schedule area of the Indian Constitution.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Forester-I

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent.

Forest Guard

• HSLC (10+2) or equivalent examination passed.

Age Limit (As on 01-01-2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 Years
• OBC/MOBC: 3 Years
• As per Government rules.

Nationality

• Candidates must be residents of BTC area, Assam.
• Must be registered in the Employment Exchange of the State of Assam.

Physical Standards

Height

Chest (Male Only)

• Normal: 79 cm
• Expanded: 84 cm

💰 Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online (UPI, Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking)

No other mode of payment is accepted.

🧪 Selection Process

The selection process for CSB BTC Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 includes:

1. Physical Test
   • Male: 26 KM walking within 4 hours
   • Female: 16 KM walking within 4 hours
   • Followed by Medical Examination
2. Written Test
   • Duration: 3 Hours
   • Total Marks: 100
   • Objective Type (MCQ)
   • No Negative Marking
3. Viva-Voce
   • 20 Marks

Written Exam Syllabus

Forester-I

• General English
• General Knowledge (Special emphasis on BTC & Assam)
• Logical Reasoning & Aptitude
• Arithmetic (Higher Secondary Standard)

Forest Guard

• General English
• General Knowledge (BTC & Assam focus)
• Logical Reasoning & Aptitude
• Arithmetic (HSLC Standard)

💼 Salary & Allowances

Forester-I

• Pay Band: PB-2 ₹14,000 – ₹49,000
• Grade Pay: ₹6,200

Forest Guard

• Pay Band: PB-2 ₹14,000 – ₹49,000
• Grade Pay: ₹5,600

Other allowances admissible as per ROP 2017 and Government rules.

📝 How to Apply

1. Visit the official website of Central Selection Board, BTC.
2. Click on the Forester/Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 link.
3. Complete registration using valid mobile number and email ID.
4. Upload required documents (PDF format, max 1MB).

5. Upload passport-size photograph (20KB–100KB) and signature (10KB–50KB).
6. Pay the application fee online.
7. Submit and take printout for future reference.

⚠️ Ensure documents are clear and valid.
⚠️ Applications received after 15 March 2026 will be rejected.
⚠️ Apply well before the last date to avoid server issues.

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