The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) has officially released a recruitment notification for the post of Forest Guard (Vanrakshak) under Advertisement No. 335/202526 under a Special Recruitment Drive exclusively for Divyang (PwD) candidates.ย A total of 157 vacancies are available for eligible candidates who wish to serve in the Gujarat Forest Department.
Interested candidates must fulfill the required educational qualifications, physical standards, and language skills. The application process will be conducted online through the OJAS Gujarat portal.
๐ GSSSB Forest Guard Recruitment 2025 โ Key Highlights
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| ๐ Recruitment Body | Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) |
| ๐ข Advertisement No. | 335/202526 |
| ๐ Post Name | Forest Guard (Vanrakshak) under a Special Recruitment Drive exclusively for Divyang (PwD) candidates. |
| ๐ Total Vacancies | 157 Posts |
| ๐ Application Mode | Online |
| ๐ Official Notification Date | As per official images |
| ๐๏ธ Last Date to Apply | To be updated soon |
| ๐ Job Location | Gujarat |
| ๐ฒ Department | Forest Department |
๐งพ GSSSB Forest Guard 2025 โ Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Total Posts | 157 |
Note: Detailed category-wise reservation will be updated once the official PDF is released online.
๐ Eligibility Criteria for GSSSB Vanrakshak Bharti 2025
1๏ธโฃ Educational Qualification
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๐ค Eligibility Criteria: Gujarat Forest Guard Jobs
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Candidates must beย Divyang (PwD)ย as specified.
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All applicants must ensure their original certificates for education, age, caste, and Divyang status are ready while applying online.
๐ Educational Qualification: Forest Guard Recruitment 2025
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Passed Secondary School Certificate (SSC/10th) or Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC/12th) Exam from a recognized board or equivalent as approved by the government.
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Basic Computer Knowledge as per Gujarat Government Service Rules, 1967.
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Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.
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๐ Age Limit: Gujarat Forest Guard 2025
| Category | Age Relaxation |
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| General Divyang Men | Up to 10 years (max 43 years) |
| General Divyang Women | Up to 15 years (max 45 years) |
| Reserved Cat. Divyang Men (SC/ST) | Up to 15 years (max 45 years) |
| Reserved Cat. Divyang Women | Up to 20 years (max 45 years) |
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Minimum age: 18 years (as on 10/08/2025)
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Maximum age: 33 years, with respective relaxations as above.
๐๏ธโโ๏ธ Physical Standards Required (Male Candidates)
| Category | Height (Minimum) | Chest (Normal) | Chest (Expanded) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gujarat ST Reserved Category | 155 cm | 79 cm | 84 cm | 50 kg |
| Gujarat Unreserved Category | 163 cm | 79 cm | 84 cm | 50 kg |
๐โโ๏ธ Physical Standards Required (Female Candidates)
| Category | Height (Minimum) | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Gujarat ST Reserved Category | 145 cm | 45 kg |
| Gujarat Native Unreserved Category | 150 cm | 45 kg |
โ ๏ธ Disqualifying Physical Conditions
Candidates having any of the following medical conditions are not eligible:
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Knock knee
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Pigeon chest
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Squint eyes
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Flat feet
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Varicose veins
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Hammer toes
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Fractured limbs
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Decayed teeth
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Colour blindness
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Communicable or skin diseases
๐งฌ SHAPE-I Criteria
Candidates must fall under the SHAPE-I category which includes:
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S: Mental Stability
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H: Hearing Ability
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A: Functionality of limbs
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P: Physical efficiency
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E: Eye Vision
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I: Internal medical stability
Any candidate having knock knee, flat foot, varicose veins, or psychological disorders will be disqualified.
๐ต Application Fees โ GSSSB Vanrakshak Bharti
| Category | Application Fee |
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| Reservedย | Rs. 400/- for all categories of Divyang candidates. |
๐ณ Payment Mode: Online through Net Banking / Credit / Debit Card
The fees paid shall be refunded to those candidates who appear for the examination
๐ฐ Pay Scale & Salary: Forest Guard Jobs
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First Five Years: Fixed pay of Rsย 26,000/- per monthย with all applicable benefits.
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After Five Years: Regular pay as per 7th Pay Commission โ Pay Scale Rs. 18,000/- to Rs. 56,900/- (Level-4), subject to satisfactory completion of service.
๐งช Selection Process for GSSSB Vanrakshak 2025
The selection will include:
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Written Examination
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
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Physical Standard Test (PST)
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Document Verification
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Medical Examination
๐ Selection Process: Forest Guard 2025
Selection will occur inย two stages:
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Written Exam:ย OMR/Computer-Based MCQ test (100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours, negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer).
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Minimum 40% (80 marks out of 200) needed to qualify for Stage 2.
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET):ย For those qualifying in the written exam.
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Working Test:ย For those passing the PET.
๐ Exam Pattern: Forest Guard GSSSB
| Subject/Section | Weightage (%) |
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| General Knowledge | 25% |
| General Mathematics | 12.5% |
| Gujarati Language | 12.5% |
| Natural Factors (Ecology, Botany, Wild Life, Geography, etc.) | 50% |
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Exam medium:ย Gujarati
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Negative marking:ย 0.25 for each wrong answer
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Exam duration:ย 2 hours
๐ฉ How to Apply: Gujarat Forest Guard (Divyang) 2025
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Visit the officialย OJAS website:ย https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in
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Apply online betweenย 01/08/2025, 14:00 hrs to 10/08/2025, 23:59 hrs
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After submitting the form, pay fees online beforeย 12/08/2025, 23:59 hrs
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Save your confirmation number for future reference.
๐ Important Links
| Link Type | URL |
|---|---|
| ๐ Apply Online (OJAS) | https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| ๐ Official Notification | Click Here |
| ๐ฑ Maru Gujarat Telegram | Join Channel |
| ๐ฌ Maru Gujarat WhatsApp | Join Channel |
| ๐ฑ Android App | Download Now |
๐ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| ๐ข Notification Released | 01-08-2025 |
| ๐๏ธ Starting Date of Application | 01-08-2025 |
| โณ Last Date to Apply | 10-08-2025 |
| ๐ Last Date to pay fees | 12-08-2025 |
๐ Key Takeaways
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157 Forest Guard Posts are announced by GSSSB under Advt. No. 335/202526.
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Must meet physical standards and language criteria.
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Online application will be hosted on OJAS.
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Female and male candidates must meet different height/weight standards.
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Must be free from disqualifying medical conditions.
๐ก Final Thoughts: Gujarat Forest Guard Recruitment Drive 2025
We encourage all eligible Divyang candidates to seize this life-changing government job opportunity, brought to you by the GSSSB and the Gujarat Forest Department. Every step in the process is designed for transparency and convenience, with the added benefit of fee refund and long-term job security. Donโt waitโprepare your documents and apply within the given dates!
โ FAQs โ GSSSB Forest Guard Bharti 2025
๐ธ How many posts are announced in GSSSB Forest Guard Bharti 2025?
A total of 157 posts are available.
๐ธ What is the advertisement number for GSSSB Forest Guard recruitment?
Advt. No. 335/202526
๐ธ What are the physical requirements for male candidates?
Minimum 163 cm height, 79 cm chest (normal), 84 cm (expanded), 50 kg weight for general.
๐ธ What is the minimum educational qualification?
Must have passed Class 10th (SSC) from a recognized board.
๐ Final Thoughts
The GSSSB Forest Guard (Vanrakshak) Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for candidates passionate about serving the forest and wildlife sector. With 157 posts available, eligible candidates should start preparing for both physical and written tests. Stay connected with Maru Gujarat for the latest updates and application dates.
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