The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) will soon release the exam date to recruit 24 Forest Range Officers for 2025 cycle. The application window to apply for the vacancy is open from 1st May 2025 to 1st June 2025. This is a great opportunity for those searching for a stable job in the Bihar State Government.

• The age of the candidates must be between 21 to 37 years of age to apply for the recruitment. However, age relaxation is given to different categories according to the State Government Rule.
• They also need to possess a Bachelor Degree in related subjects from a recognized University.
• The selection process includes Written test, Interview, Physical Efficiency Test /Physical Standard Test, and Medical Examination.

Download BPSSC FRO Notification 2025 PDF

BPSSC Forest Range Officer Vacancy 2025

In the table find the category wise vacancy details for the range officer post. Candidates can check the number of vacancies released for each category from the table given below.

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How to Apply in BPSSC Forest Range Officer Recruitment 2025?

The first step in any exam is to correctly fill in all the information on the online portal where the vacancies are released. Below are the steps to apply for BPSSC Forest Range Officer Recruitment 2025

Step 1: Visit BPSSC Official website. On the homepage search for the link that states BPSSC Range Officer Application link 2025

Step 2: Fill all the required details like name, qualification, etc

Step 3: Submit the Fees

Step 4: Cross Verify all the details and submit your application form

Step 5: In case the documents are not in the specified format you can use the Testbook Editing Tool to edit your docs. Take a printout of future reference.

Application Fee for BPSSC Recruitment 2025

The application fee will be paid through online mode internet bank, Debit Card, etc. The fee varies from category to category. Check the category wise fee below

Category	Total Posts
General/EWS/Other State	Rs. 700/-
SC/ST/BC/EBC	Rs. 400/-
Females (Bihar Domicile)	Rs. 400

BPSSC Range Officer Eligibility Criteria 2025

Eligibility is one of the most important parameters that every candidate should take care of before applying for the post. That's why we have provided age limit and educational qualification eligibility details.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age for All Categories (Male and Female): 21 Years
• Maximum Age for general (Male and Female): 37 and 42 Years respectively
• Maximum Age for BC and EBC (Female): 40 years of age
• Maximum Age for ST and ST (Male and Female): 42 years of Age

Educational Qualification Eligibility

Bachelor Degree in related subject (Veterinary medicine/ Plant Science/ Chemistry/ Geology, Mathematics/ Physics or its equivalent) or Degree in Agriculture Forestry or Engineering from a recognised university.

Physical Standard Eligibility

In the table below we have curated a physical standard as set by the board. To get selected for the post the candidate must have below mentioned physical standards for height, chest measurement. The chest measurement is not applicable to female candidates.

For more details on the BPSSC Range Officer Eligibility Criteria, refer to the linked article.

BPSSC Forest Range Officer 2025 - Selection Process

The selection process comprises three stages as mentioned below.

Written Test:

The board will conduct the written test which comprises two papers of 100 and 300 marks as the first stage of the selection process. Candidates who will qualify the written test will become eligible for the second round

Interview:

Shortlisted candidates from the written test will be called for the interview process. The board will conduct the interview to test the personality of the candidate

Physical Efficiency Test /Physical Standard Test:

To check the mental and physical fitness, physical efficiency and the standard test will be conducted. Candidates who will qualify the fitness round will be called for the medical fitness round. This is the last stage of the selection process, the board will release the selected list of candidates once all the stages of the selection process are over.

• The PET will also consist of a walk of 25 Kms in which must be completed in 4 Hours for males.
• For Females the walk will be of 14 Kms in 4 Hours.

Medical Examination 

The candidates shortlisted in all the above mentioned rounds will be called for the Medical Examination Round. They will be examined for Medical Fitness. After this, the final merit list will be prepared.

For more details on the BPSSC Range Officer Selection Process, refer to the linked article.

BPSSC Forest Range Officer Exam Pattern 2025

In the table below we have accumulated the details of the written exam pattern. The written exam pattern consists of two papers: paper 1 and paper 2. In the first paper i.e Hindi test candidates need to score 30% minimum qualifying marks.

Written Exam

• For Paper 1 candidates will be awarded 2 marks for the right answer were as for the wrong answer 0.2 marks will be deducted
• For paper 2 Candidates will be awarded 3 marks for the right answer whereas 0.3 marks will be deducted for the wrong answers.

Interview round 

Candidates who will clear the written test will be eligible for the interview process. The interview round will consist of 50 marks, marks of the interview and written test will be combined together.

Physical Test and Physical Standard Test

Once the candidates clear the written test he/she will be called for the next stage that is the interview. Candidates who will clear the interview will be next called for the Physical Standard Test and Physical Efficiency Test. In this test candidates, physical standard physical efficiency will be checked. The board will conduct a series of events to check the physical fitness of the candidate.

A walk test will also be included in the Physical Test Round. The details are given below.

• Male candidates will have to walk 25 Kms for 4 Hours.
• Female candidates will have to walk 14Kms in 4 Hours.

BPSSC Forest Range Officer Syllabus 2025

The BPSC FRO (Forest Range Officer) syllabus covers a broad range of subjects designed to test the candidate’s general awareness, technical knowledge, and aptitude related to forestry and allied sciences. The syllabus typically includes General Studies, focusing on current events, Indian history, geography, polity, economy, general science, and environmental issues. Additionally, candidates must choose two optional subjects from a prescribed list that may include botany, zoology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, geology, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, agriculture, and forestry. The syllabus for these optional subjects follows the standard graduate-level curriculum. The selection process also includes a physical test and interview, making both academic knowledge and physical fitness crucial for final selection.

BPSSC Forest Range Officer Salary

The board offers quite a handsome salary to the BPSSC Range Officer post. The in-hand salary is paid in accordance with the 7th pay commission

Get full details of BPSSC Forest Range Officer Salary and Job Profile here

How to Download BPSSC Forest Range Officer Admit Card 2025?

The BPSC FRO (Forest Range Officer) Admit Card is a crucial document issued by the Bihar Public Service Commission to candidates who have successfully applied for the exam. It serves as an entry pass to the examination center and contains important details such as the candidate's name, roll number, exam date, time, venue, and important instructions. Candidates must download the admit card from the official BPSC website using their login credentials well before the exam date. It is mandatory to carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the examination hall, as failure to do so may result in disqualification from appearing in the exam.

To get the detailed BPSSC Forest Range Officer Admit Card, candidates can visit the linked article.

BPSSC Forest Range Officer Answer Key 2025

​The BPSC Forest Range Officer (FRO) Answer Key is released by the BPSSC on its official website.This answer key allows candidates to compare their responses with the correct answers, enabling them to estimate their scores before the official results are announced. Typically, the commission first releases a provisional answer key, inviting candidates to raise objections within a specified timeframe. After reviewing these objections, a final answer key is published, which forms the basis for evaluating the exam results. To access the answer key, candidates should navigate to the "Notifications" section on the BPSC website and select the relevant link corresponding to their examination

BPSSC Forest Range Officer Recommended Books 2025

For any competitive exam, there are a plethora of book materials available in the online and offline market which make candidates indecisive. Thus, we have compiled a sorted catalog of recommended books for the BPSSC Forest Range Officer recruitment.

How to Download the BPSSC Forest Range Officer Result?

Candidates can access the result and download their marksheets from the official BPSSC website at bpssc.bihar.gov.in. The selection process included a written examination, physical efficiency test (PET), and interview. Candidates who have qualified in all stages can also download their selection letters from the same portal. For detailed information on cut-off marks and other specifics, refer to the official notifications provided by BPSSC.​

To get the detailed BPSSC Forest Range Officer Result, candidates can visit the linked article.

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Candidates who are aspiring and wish to take part in the Bihar Police BPSSC Range officer recruitment must ensure to meet the eligibility as given above. We hope this article has helped you have a better understanding of the recruitment process. Feel free to contact us in case of any doubts or queries. You can also prepare for any government exams with our Testbook App.