How to become a Forest Ranger after 12th from Arts?

Hi Cobi, Forest Ranger Eligibility Criteria: 1. Age: Candidates between 18 years and 30 years of age are eligible to apply. The age limit varies from state to state. 2. Qualification: A candidate interested in becoming a Forest Ranger should possess degree in Natural Sciences, Mathematics, Geology, Statistics, Mechanical / Civil / Chemical Engineering or Agriculture. The competitive exam has compulsory subjects which are General Knowledge and English. The candidate also has to select two of the optional subjects from the various subject options given by different states. The candidates also have to get through some of the physical standards like: I. Height of the candidate should be around 163 CMS. II. Chest 79 cm normal and expandable up to 5 CMS. III. For the walking test the candidate has to cover 25kms in 4 hours. The parameters may differ from state to state. The respective state/union territory governments are responsible for management of the cadre of forest range officers. Selection of forest range officers is done by the state public service commission by conducting a competitive exam. Forest Ranger Selection Criteria: The Competitive Examination, to be conducted by the Commission, shall comprise the following, namely: 1. Preliminary Examination in the following subjects in one paper, viz: a. General Knowledge. b. General English. c. Mathematics. 2. Physical Fitness Candidates, who qualify in the written test (Main Examination), shall conform to the following physical standard and test as required under the State Forest Service, Class-II (Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 1984 as amended from time to time. Below mentioned are the Forest Ranger Institutes: 1. Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education. 2. Indian Institute of Forest Management. Feel free to raise more questions. Appreciate by giving it thumbs up or marking as best. All the Best.

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