BTC Kokrajhar Recruitment 2026: 157 Forester & Forest Guard Vacancies
BTC Kokrajhar Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced for candidates seeking government jobs in Assam’s forest sector. The Central Selection Board under the Bodoland Territorial Council has released a notification inviting online applications for 157 Forester-I and Forest Guard posts under the Forest Department. These vacancies are based in Kokrajhar and other areas within the BTC region of Assam.
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Overview of BTC Kokrajhar Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Central Selection Board, BTC |
| Organization | Bodoland Territorial Council |
| Department | Forest Department |
| Job Location | Kokrajhar & BTC Area, Assam |
| Total Vacancies | 157 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 23 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 15 March 2026 (12:00 Midnight) |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
1. Forester-I
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Number of Posts | 47 |
| Pay Scale | PB-2 ₹14,000 – ₹49,000 |
| Grade Pay | ₹6,200 |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised institution |
2. Forest Guard
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Number of Posts | 110 |
| Pay Scale | PB-2 ₹14,000 – ₹49,000 |
| Grade Pay | ₹5,600 |
| Educational Qualification | HS / 10+2 passed or equivalent |
Eligibility Criteria for BTC Kokrajhar Recruitment 2026
Residence Requirement
Applicants must be permanent residents of the BTC area. Candidates from the newly included 60 villages of Biswanath and Sonitpur districts, now under Udalguri District of BTC, are also eligible.
Employment Exchange Registration
Candidates must be registered with any Employment Exchange of Assam.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC / MOBC | 3 Years |
| SC / ST(P) / ST(H) | 5 Years |
Medical Standards
Candidates applying under BTC Kokrajhar Recruitment 2026 must meet the following medical requirements:
- No squint eyes
- High colour vision mandatory
- Distant vision:
- 6/6 in one eye
- Not worse than 6/9 in the other eye (without correction)
- Normal near vision for both posts
Physical Standards
Height & Chest Measurement
| Parameter | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height (General) | 163 cm | 153 cm |
| Height [ST(P)] | 153 cm | 145 cm |
| Chest (Normal) | 79 cm | Not Applicable |
| Chest (Expanded) | 84 cm | Not Applicable |
Application Fee
The application fee must be paid online through UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / MOBC | ₹150 |
| SC / ST | ₹100 |
How to Apply for BTC Kokrajhar Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official recruitment portal of BTC by following these steps:
- Visit the official BTC recruitment website
- Navigate to the “Important Web-Links” section
- Click on the Online Application Form link
- Fill in personal and educational details carefully
- Upload passport-size photograph, signature, and required documents
- Pay the application fee as per category
- Submit the application form
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 23 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
Selection Process
The BTC Forester & Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 selection process consists of three stages:
1. Physical Test
- Male candidates: 26 km walking in 4 hours
- Female candidates: 16 km walking in 4 hours
- Followed by a medical examination
2. Written Examination
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Type: Multiple Choice Questions
- Negative Marking: None
3. Viva-Voce
- Marks: 20
- Candidates shortlisted from the written exam will appear
Written Examination Syllabus
| Post | Subjects | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Forester-I | General English, GK (BTC & Assam), Logical Reasoning, Arithmetic | Higher Secondary |
| Forest Guard | General English, GK (BTC & Assam), Logical Reasoning, Arithmetic | HSLC |
Important Web-links of BTR Vacancy
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – BTC Kokrajhar Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the starting date for BTC Kokrajhar Recruitment 2026?
The application process starts on 23 February 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to submit the online application is 15 March 2026.
Q3. How many total vacancies are available?
There are 157 vacancies in total.
Q4. Can candidates from outside BTC area apply?
No, only permanent residents of the BTC area are eligible.
Q5. Is there negative marking in the written exam?
No, there is no negative marking.
Q6. What is the educational qualification for Forest Guard?
Candidates must have passed HS / 10+2 or equivalent.
