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| Online Application Starts | 01 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 30 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Available before exam |
| Written Exam / CBT Date | Physical Endurance Test schedule to be issued |
General/OBC: Rs. 100 + Rs. 20 | SC/ST/Cat-I: Rs. 50 + Rs. 20
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18 to 35 Years (Up to 38 years for 2A/2B/3A/3B, 40 years for SC/ST)
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Karnataka Forest Department has extended the online application deadline to 30 October 2026 for 750 Forest Observer (Aranya Veekshaka) vacancies across Bengaluru, Belagavi, Ballari, and other circles. 10th pass candidates can apply online through recruitment.aranya.gov.in.
The Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Aranya Bhavan, Bengaluru, has announced the extension of online applications for 750 Forest Observer (Aranya Veekshaka - Group D) posts. The drive fills vital protection vacancies across state wildlife divisions.
Vacancies are allocated across major forest circles including Bengaluru (70 posts), Belagavi (42 posts), Ballari (63 posts), Chamarajanagar (61 posts), Dharwad (35 posts), Mangaluru (51 posts), and Mysuru (65 posts).
Candidates must have passed 10th Standard (SSLC) or equivalent examination from a recognized education board.
The minimum age limit is 18 years and maximum age is 35 years for General Merit candidates. Upper age limit is relaxed up to 38 years for Category 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B, and up to 40 years for SC, ST, and Category-I candidates.
Selection is based on SSLC qualifying marks merit, followed by a mandatory Physical Endurance Test and Physical Standard Test.
The endurance test requires male candidates to walk 14 km within 3 hours. Female candidates must complete a 10 km walk within 3 hours.
General Merit and Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B applicants must pay Rs. 100 plus Rs. 20 service charges. SC, ST, and Category-I candidates pay Rs. 50 plus Rs. 20 service charges.
Candidates must download and read the official recruitment notification PDF before submitting applications. Access verified direct links below to apply online safely without third-party redirects.
Visit the official recruitment portal at recruitment.aranya.gov.in.
Create your candidate profile with mobile number and email verification.
Select your preferred forest circle and division from the available circle list.
Enter personal details, category reservation data, and 10th SSLC marks.
Upload your scanned passport photograph, signature, and SSLC marks card.
Pay the applicable processing fee online and submit your completed form before 30 October 2026.
Quick answers to common candidate queries for KFD Forest Observer 2026
The Karnataka Forest Department has extended the closing date to 30 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. Applications must be completed online through the official portal.
Candidates must have passed SSLC (10th standard) from the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board or any recognized equivalent state board.
The post carries a revised state pay scale of Rs. 21,400 to Rs. 42,000, along with monthly uniform allowance, risk allowance, and state government medical benefits.
Male candidates must complete a continuous 14 km walk within 3 hours. Female candidates must complete a 10 km walk within 3 hours without disqualification.
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