The AP Forest Department Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced, opening opportunities for candidates across Andhra Pradesh to join various forest-related services. This recruitment drive includes posts like Forest Range Officer (FRO), Forest Section Officer (FSO), Beat Officer (BO), and Assistant Beat Officer (ABO). Candidates interested in environmental conservation, wildlife management, and forest protection can apply online. The AP Forest Department Recruitment 2026 process includes post-wise vacancies, specific eligibility criteria, and an online application portal for hassle-free submission.
AP forest Department jobs Notification updates
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Vacancy | 135+ (expected across multiple posts) |
| Post Name | FRO, FSO, Beat Officer, Assistant Beat Officer |
| Organization | Andhra Pradesh Forest Department |
| Education | 10th / 12th / Graduation depending on the post |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years (varies by post & category) |
| Salary | ₹21,000 – ₹77,000/month (as per post & level) |
AP forest Department Latest vacancy
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| post date | Title | Last date | More details |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 25, 2026 | AP High Court Recruitment 2026 Notification 300 DEO, Assistant etc | View | |
| March 21, 2026 | AP DSC Notification 2026 – 2535 Vacancy, Eligibility, Dates & Full Details | View | |
| March 21, 2026 | ap forest department Recruitment 2026 135 jobs Notification FBO ABO FSO beat officers dates out | View | |
| March 21, 2026 | SLPRB AP Jail Warder Notification 2026 171 jobs vacancy announced | View |
🧾 Post-wise Vacancy & Eligibility Details
| phase 2 (Aug 15) | EFST_FRO | 4 | APPSC |
| Phase 2 (Aug 15) | EFST_FBO | 35 | APPSC |
| Phase 2 (Aug 15) | EFST_FSO | 41 | APPSC |
| Phase 2 (Aug 15) | EFST_Tech Assistant | 20 | APPSC |
| Phase 2 (Aug 15) | EFST_PCB_Asst Env Engineers | 40 | APPSC |
| Post Name | Vacancy | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Beat Officer | 330 | Education: Intermediate or equivalent. Age Limit: 18–30 years. Salary: ₹16,400 – ₹49,870 per month. |
| Assistant Beat Officer | 361 | Education: Intermediate or equivalent. Age Limit: 18–30 years. Salary: ₹15,030 – ₹46,060 per month. |
| Forest Section Officer | 100 | ap FSO eligibility: Bachelor’s degree |
Make sure to check Andhra Pradesh Govt Public Service Commission APPSC latest Job listings below. If you are not satisfied with any AP forest Department vacancy info here, you can click on official careers page, forests.ap.gov.in below to find any missing update.
| Posts | Vacant | 2026 |
| Forest Range Officer | 37 | |
| Forest Section Officer | 70+30 | 100 |
| Forest Beat Officer | 175 | 691 |
| Assistant Beat Officer | 375 | |
| Tanadhar | 10 | |
| Draughtsman/Technical Assistant | 12 | 13 |
| Junior Assistant | 10 |
| పోస్టులు పేర్లు | ఖాళీల సంఖ్య |
| అటవీశాఖలో సెక్షన్ ఆఫీసర్ | 100 (30 పోస్టులు క్యారీఫార్వర్డ్) |
| బీట్ ఆఫీసర్ అండ్ అసిస్టెంట్ ఆఫీసర్లు | 691 (క్యారీఫార్వర్డ్-141-అటవీశాఖ) |
| డ్రాఫ్ట్స్ మెన్ గ్రేడ్-2-టెక్నికల్ అసిస్టెంట్ | అటవీ శాఖ – 13 |
| ఠాణేదార్ (అటవీ శాఖ) | 10 |
AP Forest Department 2026 – Post-wise Vacancy & Eligibility
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Forest Range Officer | Graduation in Science/Engineering; Age 21–30; Salary ₹48,440–₹77,120 |
| Forest Section Officer | B.Sc. (Forestry/Zoology/Botany); Age 20–30; Salary ₹35,570–₹67,990 |
| Beat Officer | Intermediate (12th pass); Age 18–30; Salary ₹28,940–₹58,850 |
| Assistant Beat Officer | SSC/10th pass; Age 18–30; Salary ₹21,230–₹63,010 |
Education
The general education requirement is 10th to PG based Post requirement for following
| Post | education |
| ACF Assistant conservator | any degree in science |
| appsc forest bear officer | degree |
| ap forest Forest Guard | 12th pass |
Age limit
| Post | Age limit |
| ACF Assistant conservator | 18-42 |
| ap forest Forest Guard | 18-25 |
Selection Process
| Post | Selection process |
| ACF Assistant conservator | Competitive exam+ waliing test |
Salary
| Post | basic salary |
| ACF Assistant conservator | 56000 |
| appsc forest bear officer | 38000 |
| appsc forest range officer | 25000 |
The Post wise salary details basic and salary in hand will be update frequently this section.
Dates
| Job Notification | Application Last date |
| job calendar date | jan 12th 2026 |
Important Links |
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| Andhra Pradesh Govt Public Service Commission APPSC Official Careers page http://forests.ap.gov.in/ | #here |
| Application details forests.ap.gov.in | #here |
| ap job calendar 2026 pdf | |
Education Qualification, Age Limit & Salary – Detailed
The AP Forest Department Recruitment 2026 offers multiple posts requiring varied academic backgrounds. For FRO, a degree in science or engineering (B.Sc./B.Tech) is essential. FSO applicants need a B.Sc. in relevant subjects like Zoology or Botany. For BO, a 12th pass certificate is required, and ABO requires 10th pass. Age limits differ by post, ranging from 18 to 30 years, with applicable age relaxations for reserved categories. Salaries range from ₹21,230 to ₹77,120, depending on the role and pay level.
AP Forest Department 2026 – Online Application Process
To apply for the AP Forest Department Recruitment 2026, candidates should follow these steps:
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Visit the official website https://forests.ap.gov.in.
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Go to the Careers or Recruitment section.
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Click on the Apply Online link for the respective post.
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Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
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Fill out the application form with personal, educational, and contact details.
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Upload required documents like photo, signature, certificates.
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Pay the application fee (if applicable) using online payment methods.
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Submit and download a copy of the application form for future reference.
Applicants should keep visiting the official site for updates regarding the AP Forest Department Recruitment 2026.
FAQs – AP Forest Department Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for AP Forest Department Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The last date to apply online is expected in August 2026, as per the official notification of AP Forest Department Recruitment 2026.
Q2. What is the salary range for AP Forest Department posts?
Ans. The salary ranges from ₹21,230 to ₹77,120 per month depending on the post.
Q3. Can 12th pass candidates apply for AP Forest Department Recruitment 2026?
Ans. Yes, candidates who have passed 12th can apply for Beat Officer and Assistant Beat Officer posts.
Q4. Is there an age relaxation for SC/ST candidates?
Ans. Yes, age relaxation is applicable as per AP government norms for SC/ST/OBC categories.
Q5. Where can I find the official notification for AP Forest Department Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The official notification is available on the career section of https://forests.ap.gov.in.
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