APPSC Forest Beat Officer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for FBO Vacancies

• In addition to the basic pay, employees are eligible for House Rent Allowance (HRA).
• They also receive Dearness Allowance (DA) and Travel Allowance (TA).
• Other benefits include ESI, Insurance, and various government perks.

• Screening Test: An initial offline/OMR-based examination to shortlist candidates.
• Main Written Examination: An online examination for candidates who qualify the screening test.
• Physical Examination: Includes Physical Standards Test (PST), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), and a Walking Test.
• Computer Proficiency Test (CPT): A test to assess computer skills (details to be confirmed in official notification).
• Certificate Verification: The final stage for candidates who clear all preceding stages.
• Final Selection: Based on marks secured in the written examination and qualification in the walking test.

Physical Measurement Test and Walking Test

• Candidates qualifying the Mains Written Examination will proceed to the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Walking Test.
• Failure to meet the prescribed physical standards will result in disqualification.

Walking Test Details

• Forest Patrolling: Regularly patrol assigned forest beats to monitor and protect forest resources.
• Illegal Activities Prevention: Prevent and report illegal logging, poaching, encroachment, and other forest offenses.
• Wildlife Protection: Assist in wildlife census, rescue operations, and habitat management.
• Law Enforcement: Implement forest laws and regulations, and apprehend offenders.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of forest areas, resources, and incidents.
• Community Engagement: Work with local communities to promote forest conservation and sustainable resource use.
• Fire Prevention: Participate in forest fire prevention and control activities.
• Plantation Drives: Oversee and participate in afforestation and reforestation programs.

• Step 1: Visit the official APPSC website at https://portal-psc.ap.gov.in/Default.
• Step 2: Look for the "Online Application Submission Link" on the homepage and click on it.
• Step 3: New users must register to obtain their OTPR ID and password. Registered users can log in directly using their credentials.
• Step 4: After logging in, find the "Online Application Submission" section and click on the Forest Beat Officer Application Link.
• Step 5: Fill in all the required personal and educational details accurately in the application form.
• Step 6: Upload necessary documents such as Class 10th/12th certificates, Aadhaar Card, passport-size photograph, scanned signature, and caste/EWS/PwBD certificates (if applicable) in the prescribed format and size.
• Step 7: Pay the applicable application fees online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking.
• Step 8: Review the filled application form for any errors before final submission.
• Step 9: Download and print a copy of the submitted online application for future reference.

Documents Required for Application:

• Class 10 (SSC) Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
• Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent qualification certificate and mark sheet
• Aadhaar Card or any valid photo ID
• Passport-size photograph (as per prescribed format)
• Scanned signature
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/BC), if applicable
• EWS Certificate, if applicable
• PwBD/Disability Certificate, if applicable
• Income Certificate (if required)
• Domicile/Residence Certificate (if applicable)
• Any other certificate specified in the official notification.