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JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 Out, Check Forest Ranger Notification Details

The Jharkhand Public Service Commission has released the JPSC Forest Ranger Notification 2024 on the official website. Jharkhand Public Service Commission is going to fill up 170 Forest Ranger Vacancies within the state. Candidates interested in applying for JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 should know the details mentioned in the notification PDF. JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 Notification is a great opportunity for candidates looking to work in Jharkhand Public Service Commission.

JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024

Jharkhand Forest Ranger Recruitment Notification has been released on the official website. The JPSC has released 170 Forest Rangers vacancies within the state. The Notification PDF contains all the details like vacancies, selection procedure, age limit, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, application fees, and other important information for recruitment. Check out the JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 Notification details mentioned in this article and apply before the last date.

JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 Key Information

Candidates interested in applying for JPSC Forest Recruitment 2024 should know the key information provided in the official notification. Candidates can check the JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 Key Information table and do not miss important information provided in the notification PDF.

JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 Key Information
Recruiting Organisation Jharkhand Public Service Commission
Post Name JPSC Forest Ranger Officer
Vacancies 170
Application Mode Online
Selection Procedure
  • Preliminary Exam
  • Main Written Exam
  • Physical Examination
  • Interview
  • Medical Test
JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 Apply Online 29 July 2024
Last Date to Apply for JPSC Forest Range Officer 2024 10 August 2024
JPSC Forest Ranger Exam 18 August 2024
JPSC Forest Ranger Exam Pattern Objective type
Educational Qualifications Graduation
JPSC Forest Ranger Age Limit 21-35Yrs
JPSC Forest Ranger Salary Rs. 9300 to 34800
JPSC Forest Ranger Probation 2 Years
Official Website jpsc.gov.in

JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 Notification PDF

The JPSC has released Forest Ranger and Assistant Conservator of Forest Notification on the official website. Candidates can visit the official website and download the notification PDF or click on the below link to download the JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 Notification PDF and the JPSC Assistant Conservator of Forest Recruitment 2024 Notification PDF.

JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 Important Dates

Candidates applying for JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 should know the important dates mentioned in the notification PDF. Candidates should apply and pay the required fees before the last date.

JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 Important Dates
Event Dates
JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 Notification Release Date 25 July 2024
JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024 Apply Online 29 July 2024
The last date to apply for JPSC Forest Ranger 10 August 2024
JPSC Forest Ranger Exam Date 2024 18 August 2024 (10AM-12PM)

JPSC Forest Ranger Vacancies 2024

Here is the table with the provided data on vertical and horizontal reservations for various categories:

Category Handicapped (a) Deafness and Hearing Impairment (b) Locomotor Disability (c) Autism, Intellectual Disability, Multiple Special Learning Disabilities, and Mental Illness (d) Primitive Tribe Women Sports Total Vacancies
Unreserved 79
EWS 16
SC 01 09 03 01 01
ST 47 47
EBC-I 15
BC-II 12
Total 170

JPSC Forest Ranger Apply Online 2024

The online application process for the JPSC Forest Ranger recruitment 2024 will commence on July 29, 2024. Candidates interested in applying for this prestigious position can submit their applications through the official JPSC website or from the direct link given below. Ensure that you complete the application process well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues. Stay updated with the latest notifications and follow the guidelines provided to ensure a smooth application experience.

Steps to Apply for JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024

To successfully apply for the JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment, candidates must adhere to the following conditions and instructions:

  1. Application Submission: Submit applications through the JPSC website www.jpsc.gov.in. Do not attach certificates with the preliminary application.
  2. Accuracy and Responsibility: Fill out the form yourself. Incorrect or incomplete information is your responsibility.
  3. Contact Information: Use your own email ID and mobile number. Keep these details secure until the results are published.
  4. Technical and Payment Issues: Avoid last-minute issues by completing your application early. The Commission is not responsible for internet or payment disruptions.
  5. Application Confirmation: After submission, download and print two copies of your application and keep related documents safe.
  6. Document Verification: Present all original certificates mentioned in the application at the time of verification or interview.
  7. Corrections: No changes to the online application will be accepted after the submission deadline.
  8. Reading and Assistance: Review the “How to Apply” section on the JPSC website. For help, contact the Commission’s Help Line during working hours.
  9. Technical Help: For technical difficulties, call the Technical Help Line during working hours.
  10. Payment Help: Contact the Payment Help Line for issues with fee deposits.
  11. Government Service Applicants: Include details of the No Objection Certificate if you are in government service.
  12. Photograph and Signature: Upload a clear passport-size photograph and signature as instructed.
  13. Application Form: Fill the form in block letters, except for the signature. Ensure correct spelling of names and dates of birth.
  14. Additional Documents: After the main examination, submit self-attested copies of the required certificates along with the signed online application.
  15. Candidature Cancellation: Failure to present original certificates may lead to cancellation of your candidature.
  16. Application Rejection: Incomplete, late, or unsigned applications will be rejected, and fees will not be refunded.
  17. False Information: Providing false information may result in the cancellation of your candidature.

JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment Application Fees 2024

For the JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment, candidates must pay an examination fee, which varies based on their category and payment method. The fee details are outlined below to ensure clarity and help candidates prepare accordingly.

Category Examination Fee Bank Charges Total Fee Notes
Unreserved, Extremely Backward Class (EBC-I), Backward Class (BC-II), Economically Weaker Section (EWS) Rs. 600 As applicable Rs. 600 + bank charges Payment via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, Wallet, Bharat QR, or UPI
Scheduled Tribe (ST) / Scheduled Caste (SC) of Jharkhand Rs. 150 As applicable Rs. 150 + bank charges Fee concession applicable only for ST/SC candidates of Jharkhand
Scheduled Tribe (ST) / Scheduled Caste (SC) of Other States and Union Territories Rs. 600 As applicable Rs. 600 + bank charges The application will be canceled if paid at a concessional rate.

Note: Application fees are non-refundable.

JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment Eligibility Criteria 2024

Candidates applying for JPSC Recruitment 2024 should meet the educational qualifications, age, and other details prescribed by the commission. Check out the Educational Qualification details mentioned below for Forest Ranger and Assistant Conservator of Forest:

JPSC Forest Ranger Educational Qualification

A candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in at least one of the subjects namely Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science, Forestry, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Environmental Science or Honours in related subjects or Engineering degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical from any recognized university.

JPSC Forest Ranger Age Limit

Candidates applying for the JPSC Recruitment 2024 should meet the required age limit. The cutoff date for calculating age is 01 August 2024, and the Age limit for JPSC Forest Ranger  is:

  • Minimum Age: 21 Years
  • Maximum Age 35 years

Candidates can avail of the age relaxation also:

JPSC Forest Ranger Age Relaxation
Category Maximum Age limit
EBC/BC 37
Female 38
ST/SC 40
EWS 35
Ex-Servicemen A relaxation of 5 Years in their respective Category

JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment Selection Procedure 2024

The selection process for JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment consists of different stages. Check the following given stages to learn about the process:

  • Preliminary Exam
  • Main Written Exam
  • Physical Examination
  • Interview
  • Medical Test

JPSC Forest Ranger Exam Pattern 2024

The JPSC Forest Ranger Exam consists of a Preliminary and Mains Examination followed by the interview. Check the following given detailed exam patterns for each stage:

Prelims Exam Pattern

Check the following table for a detailed Prelims Exam Pattern:

JPSC Forest Ranger Exam Pattern 2024
Sl.No Subjects Questions Marks Duration
1 Indian History and Indian National Movement 20 20
2 Geography of India and the World 20 20
3 Indian Polity and Constitution of India 20 20
4 Indian Economy 20 20
5 History, Geography, Economy, and Culture of Jharkhand 30 30
6 Important Contemporary events of the state, county, and world 20 20
7 General Science 20 20
Total 150 150

Mains Exam Pattern

Check the following table for a detailed Main Exam Pattern and also discuss interview marks:

Subject Marks Duration Nature
General Hindi 50 3 hours Qualifying
General English 50 3 hours Qualifying
General Studies 100 2 hours
Optional Subject 200 3 hours
Interview 50
Total 550

Check the below table summarizing the subjects and scoring details for the Main Written Examination:

  • Except for language, answers to all subjects can be given in Hindi or English. The marks of each subject are shown in front of it.
  • The General Studies section is subjective and covers various topics as listed.
  • Hindi and English sections include specific components with detailed marks distribution for essays, comprehension, and grammar.
Subject Topic Marks
General Studies Indian History and Indian National Movement 100
Geography of India and the World
Indian Polity and Economy
History, Geography, Economy, and Culture of Jharkhand
Important Contemporary Events of the State, Country, and World
General Science
Hindi (Secondary Level) Essay 20
Comprehension 10
Grammar 20
English (Secondary Level) Essay 10
Comprehension 20
Grammar 20
  • General Hindi and General English papers of the main written examination will be qualifying for which the qualifying marks will be 30.
  • General Hindi and General English papers will be qualifying and candidates who score 30 marks or more in any paper will be considered qualified.
  • Its marks will not be added to the total score of the written examination.

Optional Subject for JPSC Forest Ranger Main Examination:

Each optional subject paper in the JPSC Forest Ranger Examination will be of 200 marks. Below is the list of available optional subjects:

  • Agriculture
  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science
  • Botany
  • Chemistry
  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Forestry
  • Geology
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Statistics
  • Zoology
  • Environmental Science

JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment Minimum Qualifying Marks

Candidates should get minimum qualifying marks in Preliminary and Main Written Examinations (Except General Hindi and General English) to step up the ladder for the next step. Check the given qualifying marks:

  • Unreserved: 40%
  • Backward Classes: Schedule II: 36.5%
  • Extremely Backward Classes – Schedule I: 34%
  • Scheduled Caste/Tribe and Women Category: 32%
  • Primitive Tribe: 30%
  • Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 40%

To qualify, candidates must achieve the minimum qualifying marks in the main written examination by adding the scores from the optional subject papers and the General Studies paper. Marks from General Hindi and General English will not be included in the final merit list.

Interview Details

  • Marks: 50
  • Procedure: The interview will be conducted by a board constituted by the Commission. Minimum qualifying marks do not apply to the interview stage. Candidates must appear for the interview.

The final merit list will be based on the total marks obtained in both the written examination and the interview.

Physical and Medical Examination Details

Candidates who pass the main written examination for the JPSC Forest Ranger recruitment will undergo a physical fitness test conducted by the Commission. Failing this test will disqualify candidates from further consideration, regardless of their written exam scores. Successful candidates must submit a Medical Report form, available on the Commission’s website.

Additionally, a medical board chaired by the Civil Surgeon, Ranchi, will evaluate candidates who pass the written exam. An Appellate Medical Board will be available for appeals against the medical board’s decisions. The Commission will recommend candidates for appointment based on their physical and medical examination results, following the reservation categories set by the State Government.

The benefit of Reservation for JPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment 2024

Eligibility: The reservation benefits are available only to permanent residents of Jharkhand.

  1. Local Resident Certificate: All candidates claiming reservation must submit a resident certificate in the prescribed format. Certificates issued for educational purposes will not be accepted.
  2. Horizontal Reservation for Women: Women seeking horizontal reservation must also provide a local certificate issued by the Jharkhand Government.
  3. Certificate Issuance: Reservation benefits are granted based on certificates issued by Jharkhand state authorities, such as the District Magistrate, Deputy Commissioner, or other competent officials as per State Government letter no. 1754 dated 25.02.2019.
  4. Document Verification: Candidates must present the original caste certificate during the record verification process at the interview.
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