Are you preparing for the JPSC Forest Range Officer (FRO) Exam 2025? Understanding the syllabus and exam pattern is crucial for effective preparation. The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) conducts this exam to recruit eligible candidates for the Forest Range Officer post.
In this article, we will cover the JPSC Forest Range Officer Syllabus 2025, exam pattern, preparation tips, and frequently asked questions (FAQs).
JPSC Forest Range Officer Exam Pattern 2025
The JPSC FRO selection process consists of three stages:
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Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
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Main Examination (Descriptive Type)
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Physical Test & Interview
1. Preliminary Exam Pattern
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Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper)
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Type: Objective (MCQs)
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Duration: 2 hours
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Total Marks: 200
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Negative Marking: Yes (0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 100 | 100 |
| Subject-specific (Forestry & Environment) | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
2. Main Exam Pattern
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Mode: Offline (Descriptive)
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Duration: 3 hours per paper
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Total Marks: 600
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Hindi & General English | 100 |
| Paper II | General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 100 |
| Paper III | Forestry & Environment | 200 |
| Paper IV | Optional Subject (Zoology/Botany/Agriculture/Chemistry/Physics/Geology/Mathematics) | 200 |
| Total | 600 |
3. Physical Test & Interview
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Running, High Jump, Long Jump (Qualifying Only)
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Interview: 50 Marks
JPSC Forest beat Officer Vacancy 2025
JPSC Forest Range Officer Syllabus 2025
Preliminary Exam Syllabus
A. General Studies
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Indian Polity & Governance
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History of India & Jharkhand
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Geography (India & Jharkhand)
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Indian Economy
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Science & Technology
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Environmental Studies
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Current Affairs (National & International)
B. Forestry & Environment
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Basics of Forestry
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Forest Ecology & Biodiversity
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Wildlife Conservation
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Environmental Laws & Policies
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Climate Change & Sustainable Development
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Forest Management & Conservation
Main Exam Syllabus
Paper I: General Hindi & General English
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Essay Writing
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Grammar & Comprehension
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Translation (Hindi to English & Vice Versa)
Paper II: General Knowledge & Current Affairs
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Jharkhand-specific GK
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National & International Events
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Government Schemes
Paper III: Forestry & Environment
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Forest Resource Management
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Wildlife Protection Act
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Forest Policies in India
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Soil & Water Conservation
Paper IV: Optional Subject
Candidates can choose one subject from:
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Zoology
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Botany
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Agriculture
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Chemistry
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Physics
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Geology
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Mathematics
Preparation Tips for JPSC FRO Exam 2025
✔ Understand the Syllabus & Exam Pattern
✔ Focus on Forestry & Environment Topics
✔ Practice Previous Year Papers
✔ Take Mock Tests Regularly
✔ Stay Updated with Current Affairs
