CSB BTC Kokrajhar Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary for 157 Forest Guard & Forester Posts
CSB BTC Kokrajhar Recruitment 2026: 157 Forester-I & Forest Guard Posts
Recruitment Overview
The Central Selection Board (CSB), Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), Kokrajhar, Assam, has released an official notification (Advt No. CSB/BTC/09/2026/21) for the recruitment of 157 Forester-I and Forest Guard posts under the Forest Department. This is a significant opportunity for candidates with Higher Secondary (10+2) or Bachelor's degrees seeking government jobs in Assam.
This recruitment involves a Competitive Written Examination followed by a Physical Test and Interview. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website until the last date.
Key Highlights Table
| Organization Name |
Central Selection Board (CSB), Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), Kokrajhar, Assam |
| Post Name |
Forester-I / Forest Guard |
| Total Vacancies |
157 (Forester-I: 47, Forest Guard: 110) |
| Application Start Date |
23 February 2026 |
| Application End Date |
15 March 2026 |
| Official Website |
https://centralselectionboard.com |
Vacancy Details (Detailed Breakdown)
| Post Name |
Pay Scale/Salary |
Age Limit |
Number of Vacancies |
| Forester-I |
Rs. 14,000 - Rs. 49,000 Per Month |
18 - 40 Years |
47 |
| Forest Guard |
Rs. 14,000 - Rs. 49,000 Per Month |
18 - 40 Years |
110 |
| Total |
157 |
Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)
Educational Qualification
- Forester-I: Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Forest Guard: Minimum Higher Secondary (10+2) or equivalent examination passed.
Age Limit & Relaxation
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Age Calculation Date: 01 January 2026 (Age limit is determined as on this date).
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation in upper age limit.
- OBC/MOBC: 3 years relaxation in upper age limit.
Examination Structure & Selection
Recruitment Type: Competitive Examination (Written Test, Physical Test, Medical Exam, Interview).
Selection Stages
- Written Examination: Objective type (likely OMR/Offline based on typical CSB exams).
- Physical Test (Walking Test): Candidates must pass the physical standards.
- Medical Examination: To ensure fitness for forest duties.
- Viva-Voce (Interview): Final assessment.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Note: While specific subjects for this notification are not listed in the text, standard CSB BTC patterns usually include:
| Subject |
No. of Questions |
Marks |
Duration |
| General English |
20 |
20 |
2 Hours |
| General Knowledge |
30 |
30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning |
20 |
20 |
| General Mathematics |
30 |
30 |
| Total |
100 |
100 |
2 Hours |
- Negative Marking: Usually 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer (Verify in official PDF).
- Syllabus Highlights: Current Affairs of Assam & India, History & Geography of Assam, Basic Computer Knowledge, General Science, Arithmetic.
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee Amount |
| General / OBC |
Rs. 150 |
| SC / ST |
Rs. 100 |
Payment Mode: Online (via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking).
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the Official Website of Central Selection Board (CSB) BTC Kokrajhar (Link provided in Important Links).
- Click on the link "CSB BTC Kokrajhar Recruitment 2026 - Forester-I / Forest Guard".
- Register yourself by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in using your credentials and fill out the Online Application Form carefully with personal details, educational qualifications, and address.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (Photograph, Signature, Age Proof, Educational Certificates) in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee according to your category via the online payment gateway.
- Review the form carefully to avoid errors.
- Submit the application before 15 March 2026.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Dates
- Advertisement Publication Date: 20 February 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 23 February 2026
- Application Closing Date: 15 March 2026
- Age Limit Cut-off: 01 January 2026
- Admit Card Release: To be notified (Check official website)
- Written Exam Date: To be notified
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