Bihar BPSC ACF Recruitment 2026 Out: Apply Now for 12 Vacancies!
Bihar BPSC ACF Recruitment 2026 | Written-Physical-Interview-Based Selection | Pay Scale: ₹56100–177500 | Last Date: 21/01/2026
By Sarkari Naukri Front | Post Published on 12 January 2026 | Last Updated on 12 January 2026
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Total Vacancies
12 Posts (including backlog vacancies and reserved categories)
Advertisement No.
02/2026
Short Description: Bihar BPSC ACF Recruitment 2026
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released Advertisement No. 02/2026, inviting online applications for Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF) under the Environment, Forest & Climate Change Department, Bihar. A total of 12 vacancies are available for direct recruitment. Eligible Indian citizens with a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or Engineering can apply. The selection process includes a written exam, physical test, and interview.
This recruitment offers a prestigious opportunity to serve in the Bihar Forest Service with a Level‑9 pay scale. Candidates must meet physical standards and age criteria to qualify.
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced recruitment of Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF). Detailed eligibility, terms of reference, and application instructions are available in the BPSC ACF Official Notification (PDF) .
Important Dates and Application Fee: Bihar BPSC ACF Recruitment 2026
- Application Begins: 12/1/2026
- Last Date to Apply: 2/2/2026
- Admit Card Release: Before exam date (to be notified)
- Examination Date: Will be declared by BPSC
- Application Fee:
- General/EWS/OBC: ₹600/-
- SC/ST/PH/Woman (Bihar State): ₹150/-
- Mode of Payment: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI
Posts, Vacancy, Age Limit, Pay Scale, and Qualification Details
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Total Vacancy | Educational Qualification |
| Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF) | Level‑9 (Revised) | 12 | Bachelor’s degree with at least one subject: Botany, Chemistry, Forestry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, OR Bachelor’s in Agriculture/Engineering |
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years (as on 01.08.2025)
- Maximum Age:
- UR (Male): 37 years
- UR (Female), BC, EBC (Male & Female): 40 years
- SC/ST (Male & Female): 42 years
Age Relaxation
- Government Servants: 5 years relaxation (max 5 attempts allowed)
- Ex‑Servicemen: 3 years + service period (not exceeding 57 years)
- Trained Forest Range Officers: 5 years relaxation
Cut‑Off Date for Age Calculation
01 August 2025
How to Apply: Bihar BPSC ACF Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official BPSC website:
www.bpsc.bihar.gov.in(bpsc.bihar.gov.in in Bing) - Click on the “Apply Online” link under Advertisement No. 02/2026 of Bihar BPSC ACF Recruitment 2026.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, educational, and category details carefully.
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
Documents Required: Bihar BPSC ACF Recruitment 2026
- Passport-size photograph & signature
- Educational qualification certificates
- Age proof (Matriculation certificate)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- Domicile certificate (for Bihar residents)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Ex‑Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
Selection Process: Bihar BPSC ACF Recruitment 2026
- Written Examination
- Compulsory Subjects: Hindi (50 marks), English (50 marks), General Knowledge (100 marks), Forestry & Environment (50 marks)Optional Subjects: Choose any two from Agriculture, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Geology, Mathematics, Statistics, Forestry, Veterinary Science, and Engineering disciplines. Each subject carries 150 marks.
- Minimum qualifying marks vary by category (UR: 40%, BC: 36.5%, EBC: 34%, SC/ST/Women: 32%).
- Physical Test
- Height: 163 cm (Male), 150 cm (Female); SC/ST: 152.5 cm (Male), 145 cm (Female)
- Chest (Male): 79 cm (unexpanded), 84 cm (expanded)
- Walking Test: 25 km in 4 hours (Male), 14 km in 4 hours (Female)
- Interview – 50 marks
- Final Merit List—Based on written exam and interview scores
Important Instructions
- Candidates must meet physical standards; failure leads to disqualification on the Bihar Forest Exam 2026.
- Reservation benefits apply only to Bihar residents with valid certificates.
- Married women must submit caste/domicile certificates in their father’s name, not their husband’s.
- EWS candidates must produce a valid income & asset certificate (valid for 1 year).
- Government servants must apply through the proper channel.
- No revaluation of answer sheets is allowed.
FAQs
Q1. What is the pay scale for Assistant Conservator of Forests in Bihar?
The pay scale is Level‑9 (Revised) under the Bihar government service rules.
Q2. Can candidates from outside Bihar claim reservation benefits?
No, reservation benefits are available only to Bihar domicile candidates.
Q3. What is the physical requirement for female candidates?
Female candidates must have a minimum height of 150 cm (145 cm for SC/ST) and complete a 14 km walking test in 4 hours.
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