Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2026 — Detailed Application Form (DAF) submission window for candidates qualif

If you have been waiting for a UPSC vacancy, applications are now open for 80 vacancies. The last date to apply is 22 Jul 2026. Everything you need — who can apply, the fee, and the direct official link — is on this page.

⚠️ Warning: never pay any agent or website for a government job. Always apply only on the official site linked below — no government recruitment ever gives a job in exchange for a fee.

What this recruitment is about

This recruitment is a good chance at a stable government-sector career — with a pay scale, allowances and pension benefits. A total of 80 posts will be filled through this recruitment.

Who can apply?

If you have the slightest doubt about eligibility, read the relevant part of the official notification before filling the form — a wrong entry can get your application rejected and the fee is non-refundable.

Important Dates

Eligibility

Educational qualification: Bachelor's degree with at least one of the subjects — Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology — OR a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Forestry or Engineering, from a recognised University. Age: 21 to 32 years as on 1st August 2026 (born not earlier than 2 Aug 1994 and not later than 1 Aug 2005); upper age relaxable for reserved categories per rules. Note: the Main DAF window is only for candidates who qualified the IFS (Preliminary) Examination 2026.

Keep these documents ready before applying

• A valid email ID and your own mobile number (for OTP)
• Class 10 certificate (date-of-birth proof)
• Qualification certificates and mark sheets
• A photo ID — Aadhaar is the easiest
• Passport-size photo (JPG, usually 20–50 KB)
• Scanned copy of your signature

Quick tips

Fill the form when you have a calm 20-30 minutes and a good connection — rushing at the deadline is how mistakes happen. Save the final confirmation, and bookmark this page for the next updates.

Important Links

FAQ — Your Questions, Answered

Official source: official notification ↗. Always verify on the official website before applying.

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