Forest Department Punjab Jobs 2026 – Inspector Forests & Forest Ranger
Directorate General of Forests, Punjab has announced multiple regular government job opportunities for candidates holding Punjab domicile. A total of 979 vacancies are available for Inspector Forests (BS-11) and Forest Ranger (BS-09) across various forest divisions in Punjab.
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a stable government career with growth and benefits.
Available Vacancies
| Post | BPS | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inspector Forests | BS-11 | 85 | 20-25 Years | 14 years education (2nd Division) + SSC Science |
| Forest Ranger | BS-09 | 894 | 18-25 Years | HSSC (2nd Division) with Science |
Quota Distribution:
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Inspector Forests: Open Merit 73, Women 11, Minority 1
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Forest Ranger: Open Merit 720, Women 131, Minority 43
Physical Criteria
For Male
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Height: 5’6”
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Chest: 32–34 inches
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Eyesight: 6/6 (with or without glasses)
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Running: 1600 meters in 7 minutes
For Female
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Height: 5’2”
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Eyesight: 6/6
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Running: 1600 meters in 10 minutes
Domicile Requirement
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Candidates must have Punjab domicile.
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Recruitment will be Forest Division specific, and merit will be calculated division-wise.
Major Posting Areas
Posts are available in multiple divisions including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Chakwal, Attock, Gujranwala, Gujrat, Sialkot, Faisalabad, Jhelum, Murree, Sahiwal, Multan, Bahawalpur, DG Khan, Rajanpur, Layyah, Muzaffargarh, Bhakkar, Mianwali, Kasur, Okara, Sheikhupura, Nankana Sahib, Jhang, Chichawatni, Rahim Yar Khan and more.
Age Relaxation
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Male: +5 years
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Female: +8 years
(as per Government of Punjab notification)
How to Apply
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Apply online via Punjab Government Job Portal:
👉 Click Here -
After submitting the online form, send:
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Hard copy of application
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Attested educational documents
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CNIC
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Domicile
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Photographs
to the concerned Forest Division office before the deadline.
⚠️ Online application without hard copies will be rejected.
Selection Process
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Shortlisting based on eligibility
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Physical / endurance test
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Interview with original documents
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted through SMS, email, or call.
Important Instructions
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Government employees must apply through proper channel with NOC.
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Separate applications are required for multiple divisions/posts.
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Clearly mention quota (women/minority) if applicable.
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No TA/DA will be provided for tests or interviews.
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The department reserves the right to cancel recruitment at any stage.
Last Date to Apply
📅 04 March 2026
Support for Online Application
📧 jobsonlinesupport@punjab.gov.pk
📞 +92-42-99000000 (Ext: 1222)
👉 Don’t miss this opportunity to join the Punjab Forest Department and build a secure government career. Apply before the deadline!
