A. Educational Qualification:

• Essential: Bachelor's Degree in any of the following subjects from a recognized university:
  • Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
  • Botany
  • Chemistry
  • Geology
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Biotechnology
  • Zoology
  • Agriculture
  • Forestry
  • Engineering (any stream)

B. Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025):

1. Written Examination: Objective type MCQs covering General Knowledge, Subject Knowledge, and Reasoning (Conducted on 24 August 2025).
2. Interview: Personal interview for candidates who qualified written exam (Conducted from 19-21 November 2025).
3. Physical Endurance Test (PET): Physical fitness test for shortlisted candidates.
4. Document Verification (DV): Original documents verification (Conducted on 12 December 2025).
5. Final Merit List: Combined marks of Written Exam and Interview with PET qualification status.

1. Visit the official BPSSC website: bpssc.bihar.gov.in
2. Look for "Results" or "Latest Notices" section on homepage
3. Find and click on link titled "Final Result for Range Officer of Forest Examination 2025"
4. The result will open as PDF file containing roll numbers of selected candidates
5. Use CTRL+F (Find) function to search for your Roll Number/Registration Number
6. Check your selection status carefully in the merit list
7. Download the result PDF for your records
8. Take printout of the result for future reference

Range Officer of Forest is a prestigious position in Bihar's Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department with excellent career progression. Selected candidates will be responsible for forest conservation, wildlife protection, and environmental management in assigned forest ranges. The role involves fieldwork, community engagement, and implementation of government forest policies.

Promotional Avenues: Range Officer can be promoted to Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Conservator of Forests, Chief Conservator of Forests, and Principal Chief Conservator of Forests through departmental examinations and seniority. Opportunities exist for specialized training in wildlife management, forest research, and environmental conservation.

Salary & Benefits: As per 7th Pay Commission, the pay scale for Range Officer of Forest is Level 10 (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500) plus grade pay, allowances (DA, HRA, TA), field allowance, medical benefits, pension, government accommodation, and other perks as per Bihar Forest Department rules.

Ans: The final result was declared on 03 February 2026 on the official BPSSC website.

Ans: Visit bpssc.bihar.gov.in, find the result link, download the PDF, and search for your roll number using CTRL+F function.

Ans: Selected candidates will receive appointment letters from the Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department for further joining process.

Ans: The exact number of selected candidates is mentioned in the final merit list PDF. Typically, BPSSC selects candidates equal to number of vacancies plus waitlist.

Ans: Appointment letters are usually issued within 1-2 months after result declaration. Keep checking the official forest department website.

Ans: Yes, BPSSC usually maintains a waiting list for future vacancies. Check the result PDF for waitlist candidates.

Ans: All original educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile, photo ID, and medical fitness certificate are required.

Ans: Training will be conducted at Bihar Forest Training Academy or other designated forest training institutes.

Ans: No, BPSSC results are final. However, candidates can file RTI for mark sheet or raise query through proper channel if there's discrepancy.

Ans: The pay scale is Level 10 (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500) as per 7th Pay Commission plus allowances and benefits.