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Forest Guard: Recruitment for 1200 Forest Guard positions in Assam has begun; registration is now open..
Shikha Saxena | January 24, 2026 6:15 PM CST

Online registration has begun for the Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive is being conducted by the State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam. A total of 1194 vacancies will be filled in the Forest Department under this recruitment. The application process started on January 22, 2026, and will continue until February 22, 2026.

This recruitment aims to strengthen the Assam Forest Department and provide better employment opportunities to the youth of the state. Candidates can apply online by visiting the slprbassam.in website. Before applying, all candidates are advised to carefully read the eligibility criteria, age limit, and important documents required. Looking at the details of the total vacancies, this recruitment includes various posts. The highest number of vacancies, 504, is for Forest Guards. In addition, there are 405 posts for APFP Constable, 211 posts for Forester Grade-1, and 74 posts for Game Watcher. These posts are divided into Unreserved, OBC/MOBC, SC, ST (Plain), and ST (Hill) categories.

Educational Qualifications Required
Regarding eligibility, different educational qualifications have been prescribed for different posts. For the Forester Grade-1 post, the candidate must be a graduate from a recognized university. For the Forest Guard and Game Watcher posts, the candidate must have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination.

The age limit is set at a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 40 years as of January 1, 2026. Age relaxation will be provided to SC, ST, OBC, and ex-servicemen as per the rules of the Government of Assam. The applicant must be an Indian citizen and a permanent resident of Assam.

Online Application Process
The application process is completely online and quite simple. Candidates will first have to visit the official website of SLPRB. There, they will have to register by clicking on the Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 link. After that, they will have to log in and fill in their personal and educational information, and upload their photograph, signature, and necessary certificates. After submitting the form, it is essential to keep the application ID safe. Importantly, there is no application fee for this recruitment.

The selection process will consist of several stages, including a Physical Standards Test, Physical Efficiency Test, Written Examination, a walking test for some positions, an oral examination, and a medical test. Only candidates who complete all stages will be considered for final selection.

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