GPSC ACF and RFO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 26 Posts

GPSC ACF & RFO Recruitment 2026 has been officially declared by the Gujarat Public Service Commission for the recruitment of eligible candidates for the Forest and Environment Department. This GPSC Recruitment 2026 is a dream job for those seeking a secure and prestigious Gujarat Government Forestry Jobs and the most sought-after State Civil Service Jobs in India. Interested and eligible Indian citizens are invited to apply for the posts by filling out the application form on the official website by April 15, 2026. This recruitment process will fill the Assistant Conservator of Forests Vacancy and the posts of Range Forest Officer in the Gujarat Forest Department Jobs.

Overview of Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC)

Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) is a constitutional body tasked with the responsibility of undertaking the recruitment of different civil service and administration jobs within the state of Gujarat. Operating under the framework of the Constitution of India, the GPSC works towards ensuring that the selection of different administrative officers is strictly based on their performance in terms of merit through competition. Being one of the leading providers of PSC jobs, the GPSC, based in the state capital of Gandhinagar, oversees different examinations annually in relation to different administrative, technical and other jobs in different departments within the state of Gujarat.

Current Opportunities for GPSC ACF and RFO Recruitment 2026

• Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF), Class-II: 01 Post available under the current Assistant Conservator of Forests Vacancy notice.
• Range Forest Officer (RFO), Class-II: 25 Posts distributed across various categories.
• Total Number of Vacancies: 26 Posts in the Forest and Environment Department.
• Category Distribution: Vacancies are further divided among General, EWS, SEBC, SC and ST categories as per the state’s reservation policy.

Eligibility & Qualifications

Application Schedule for GPSC ACF and RFO Recruitment 2026

• Application Start Date: April 01, 2026 (Starting at 13:00 hours)
• Last Date for Online Application: April 15, 2026 (Closing at 23:59 hours)
• Preliminary Examination Date (Paper 1): June 07, 2026
• Preliminary Examination Date (Paper 2): June 27, 2026
• Main Written Examination Schedule: December 13, 2026 to December 16, 2026

Remuneration Details

• Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF): This position offers Pay Matrix Level 09 with a revised pay scale ranging from Rs. 53,100/- to Rs. 1,67,800/-. The department pays additional allowances throughout the term of office.
• Range Forest Officer (RFO): This role provides Pay Matrix Level 07, featuring a revised pay scale of Rs. 39,900/- to Rs. 1,26,600/-. The government includes standard allowances during the service period.
• Additional Benefits: Candidates receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) and Medical Benefits according to Gujarat Government Rules. These benefits support those pursuing Gujarat Government Forestry Careers.

Age Limitations (as on April 15, 2026)

• Minimum Age Limit: 20 Years
• Maximum Age Limit: 35 Years for unreserved male candidates.
• Relaxation for Reserved Categories: Male candidates from EWS, SEBC, SC and ST categories who belong to Gujarat origin receive a 5-year age relaxation benefit which applies to all reserved categories.
• Relaxation for Female Candidates: Unreserved female candidates receive a 5-year age extension while reserved category female candidates obtain a 10-year age extension.
• Ex-Servicemen Relaxation: Ex-servicemen receive a relaxation period that consists of their total service time plus an additional 3 years in accordance with government regulations.

Application Fee Details

• General/Unreserved Category: Rs. 100/- per application. Reserved Categories (Gujarat Origin): There will be no application fee for these categories (Exempted for SC ST SEBC, EWS and PwD candidates).
• Payment Mode: Online mode of fee payment through gateway is the first choice for the users; the other way is to use the outlet post offices for payment of the offline mode of fee using the issued challan.
• Additional Charges: Besides the basic fee payable by the candidates, service charges and postal fees are also to be paid.

Recruitment Procedure for GPSC ACF and RFO Recruitment 2026

• Preliminary Examination Stage: is the first and objective type Screening Test which will only consist of General Studies. Clearing the Preliminary Exam is the first step to get jobs in Gujarat Forest Department and other prestigious Government jobs in Gujarat.
• Main Written Examination: A Descriptive type of Exam (Gujarati, English, General Studies) from the Main Written Examination. A candidate will be assessed through the writing of three Main Exam papers.
• Physical Endurance Test: is a walking test for male candidates; they will have to walk 25 km and female candidates have to walk 14 km within a total of four hours.
• Personal Interview: Personal Interview will be a carried-out 100 mark scoring System for those who have met all physical and written standards to determine their appropriateness for GPSC Class 2 Recruitment 2026.

Physical Standards

Preparation of GPSC ACF & RFO Exam: Best Books

• General Studies: NCERT books ranging from class 6 to 12 and “Lucent’s General Knowledge” as the source of basic knowledge.
• Current Affairs: “Pratiyogita Darpan” monthly magazine or reading newspapers like “The Hindu” or “Indian Express”.
• Forestry and Environment: “Environment” by Shankar IAS or modules on forestry.
• Gujarat Specific Content: Books by Granth Nirman Board containing information about the history, geography and culture of Gujarat.

Importance of Practicing Past Year Papers

• Understanding Question Trends: Going through the older papers helps the students understand the areas of the syllabus in which questions are commonly asked.
• Speed and Accuracy: Practicing from the previous year’s papers helps in improving the speed in solving objective-type questions and accuracy in writing descriptive answers.
• Self-Assessment: The students get an actual idea of their level of preparation and areas where they need to improve.

Application Procedure for GPSC ACF and RFO Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official recruitment portal and locate the GPSC OJAS Online Application link for “Advt. No. 3/2026-27“.
• In order to get a registration ID, you will be required to provide some basic details such as name, date of birth and contact information.
• Fill in the GPSC OJAS Online Application form with all the details like educational qualifications and category as well.
• Scan your passport size photo and signature in good quality and upload them as per the size specifications of the respective authority.
• Make the application fee payment via GPSC OJAS Online Application fee payment portal using a credit/debit card or net banking facility.
• Do a thorough check of all the details before hitting the ‘Confirm‘ button, since the system will not permit any changes to the details that you have provided for Gujarat Forest Department Jobs.
• Get a printout of the application form and fee receipt for being able to use them later on for references during the selection process of GPSC Class 2 Recruitment 2026.

Official Links

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