State PSC
Karnataka Forest Guard 2026 - KPSC Forest Watcher
Total Vacancies
920
Qualification
12th pass from recog...
Last Date
25 Aug 2026
Pay Scale
Level-4: Rs 25,500 -...
Karnataka Forest Guard 2026
Karnataka Forest Guard recruitment 2026. 920 vacancies. 12th pass eligible. Apply 10 Jul - 25 Aug 2026. Written exam 6 Dec 2026. Physical test Feb 2027. Posting in Karnataka forest divisions - Western Ghats, Malnad, Hyderabad-Karnataka regions.
Eligibility
12th pass from recognized board. Science stream preferred. Age 18-35 years. Karnataka domicile required for reservation. Kannada language knowledge mandatory.
Selection Process
Written Exam (CBT) -> Physical Efficiency Test -> Document Verification -> Medical. Final merit based on CBT marks only.
Forest Guard / Forest Watcher — Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | KPSC |
| Total Vacancies | 920 |
| Post | Forest Guard |
| Last Date | 25 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | 6 December 2026 |
| Pay Scale | Level-4 (Rs 25,500-81,100) |
| Posting | Western Ghats, Malnad, HK regions |
Quick Summary
- Total Vacancies: 920
- Last Date to Apply: 25 August 2026
- Qualification: 12th pass from recognized board. Science stream preferred.
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (Rs 25,500-81,100)
- How to Apply: Apply online through official website
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 Aug 2026 |
| Exam Date | 06 Dec 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | N/A |
| Result Date | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Starting basic pay Rs 25,500 per month. Gross salary approximately Rs 32,000-36,000 per month with DA, HRA, and forest allowances.
Yes, candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Kannada. This is tested during document verification.