The Directorate General of Forests, Punjab has initiated a massive recruitment drive for the 2026 session, targeting nearly 1,000 permanent vacancies across various divisions. While the primary application window for high-level posts like Rangers and Inspectors recently closed, the department is currently in the shortlisting and testing phase.
Below is the latest status of recruitment as of April 18, 2026.
1. Current Status: Shortlisting & Eligible Lists
As of April 1, 2026, the Forest Department has begun releasing division-wise lists of Eligible and Ineligible candidates.
- Positions Covered: Forest Inspector (BS-11) and Forest Ranger (BS-09).
- Active Divisions: Lists have been updated for Attock, Bahawalpur, Bhakkar, Chakwal, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi.
- What to do: If you applied in February/March, visit the official GIS Forestry portal to check your eligibility status. If marked ineligible, specific divisions allow a brief window for appeals if you believe there was a clerical error.
2. Vacancy Overview (2026 Drive)
The 2026 recruitment is one of the largest in recent years, focusing on field enforcement and ecological protection.
| Position | BPS | Total Posts | Minimum Qualification |
| Inspector Forests | 11 | 85 | 14 Years Education (2nd Div) + Science Background. |
| Forest Ranger | 09 | 894 | Intermediate (F.Sc/ICS/FA) + Science. |
| Forest Guard | 07 | Ongoing | Matriculation/Middle (varies by division). |
Physical Standards (Mandatory)
- Male: Height 5′ 6″ | Chest 32″–34″ | Running 1.6 KM in 7 Minutes.
- Female: Height 5′ 2″ | Running 1.6 KM in 10 Minutes.
3. New & Upcoming Opportunities (April/May 2026)
While the Ranger/Inspector deadlines have passed, new project-based and lower-grade vacancies are frequently advertised at the divisional level.
- Development Projects: Small-scale recruitment for “Digital Inclusion in Forestry” and “Ecological Surveys” is ongoing with deadlines stretching into May 2026.
- Class-IV Staff: Divisions like Khushab and Bahawalnagar often advertise for Beldar, Mali, and Naib Qasid locally. These are usually handled through the relevant Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) office rather than the central Punjab Job Portal.
4. How to Check Your Application Status
- Online Portal: Log in to the [suspicious link removed] to see the status of your submitted application.
- GIS Lab Careers: Visit the Forest Department GIS Lab to download the PDF lists of shortlisted candidates for written and physical tests.
- Physical Test Dates: Expected to be announced in late April or early May 2026. You will receive an SMS notification on your registered mobile number.