UPSSSC Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Exam City 2025 | Exam Guide
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the Exam City and Date status for the Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Written Examination (Advt No. 10-Exam/2023). This guide provides essential information on checking your status, the full exam pattern, and the physical requirements for the next stage.
Important Dates & Status
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | October 2024 |
| Exam Date (Expected) | 15 November 2025 |
| Exam City / Date Status Released | 30 October 2025 (Available) |
| Admit Card Download | 10 November 2025 (Expected) |
| Total Posts | Varies (Refer to official notice) |
Exam City and Date Status Overview
The Exam City and Date status is released as a preparatory step to help candidates plan their logistics. It confirms the city where your exam center will be located and the specific examination date. The detailed **Admit Card**, containing the exact venue name, address, and reporting time, will be released separately, typically 4 to 5 days before the exam.
Candidates should use the login credentials provided during registration to check their status. Planning travel arrangements immediately after checking the city is highly recommended.
- Recruitment Name: UPSSSC Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard 2025.
- Conducting Body: UPSSSC.
- Status: Exam City / Date Link Active.
- Exam Mode: Written Examination (OMR based, 200 Questions).
How to Check Exam City Status
- Visit Official UPSSSC Website: Go to the official UPSSSC website (upsssc.gov.in).
- Find Status Link: Look for the "Notifications/Advertisements" or "What's New" section and click on the link titled "Know Your Exam City / Date for Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard 2025".
- Log in: Enter your mandatory details: **Registration Number**, **Date of Birth**, and the visible **Captcha Code**.
- View Status: Your assigned Exam City, Date, and Shift will be displayed on the screen.
- Note Down Details: Save this information. Wait for the official Admit Card for final venue details.
Detailed Written Exam Pattern (Phase I)
The written examination consists of a single paper with 200 objective questions (OMR-based) covering four main subjects. The total duration is 2.5 hours (150 minutes). There is a provision for **negative marking (1/4th mark deduction)** for every wrong answer.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi Comprehension and Writing | 80 | 80 | 2.5 Hours (150 Minutes) |
| General Intelligence Test (Reasoning) | 50 | 50 | |
| General Knowledge | 60 | 60 | |
| General Science & Arithmetic | 10 | 10 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Syllabus Highlights
- Hindi: Focus on comprehension, vocabulary, grammar (sandhi, samas, kriya), and Hindi literature.
- Reasoning: Analogies, similarities, differences, problem-solving, arithmetic reasoning, non-verbal series, and coding-decoding.
- General Knowledge: Indian History, Culture, Geography, Economy, Polity, Current Affairs, and detailed **knowledge specific to Uttar Pradesh**. [attachment_0](attachment)
- General Science & Arithmetic: Basic high school level science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and fundamental mathematics (number system, percentage, profit & loss, mensuration).
Phase II: Physical Standard Test (PST) & PET
Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called for the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET), which are mandatory and qualifying in nature.
Physical Standards (PST)
| Gender | Height (General/OBC/SC) | Chest (Unexpanded/Expanded) |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 168 cm | 84 cm / 89 cm |
| Female | 152 cm | Not Applicable |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
This is a walking test designed to assess endurance:
- Male Candidates: 25 km walk completed within 4 hours.
- Female Candidates: 14 km walk completed within 4 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the final Admit Card be available?
The detailed Admit Card, which includes the exact exam venue address and reporting time, is expected to be released around 10 November 2025, approximately 5 days before the scheduled exam date.
How many questions are in the Written Exam?
The Written Examination consists of 200 objective questions in total, carrying a maximum of 200 marks. The paper is divided into four sections.
Is there negative marking in the UPSSSC Forest Guard exam?
Yes, there is negative marking. One-fourth (1/4th) of the mark assigned to a question will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
What is the minimum qualifying distance for the PET?
Male candidates must complete a 25 km walk in 4 hours, and Female candidates must complete a 14 km walk in 4 hours. This is a crucial qualifying stage.
What is the most scoring section in the exam?
The Hindi Comprehension and Writing section has the highest weightage, with 80 questions for 80 marks, making it the most scoring and crucial section for achieving a high rank.
What specific GK topic should I focus on?
Due to the nature of the recruitment, candidates must dedicate significant time to mastering the General Knowledge and current affairs specifically related to the State of Uttar Pradesh.
Important Links
| Check Exam City and Date Status | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card (Link Active Soon) | Click Here |
| Official UPSSSC Website | Click Here |