MPPSC Forest Service – Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission has issued the MP Forest Service Recruitment Notice 2023. The official website of the MPPSC allows candidates to apply for the State Forest Service Examination-2023 from 10 January 2023 to 9 February 2023 (till 12:00 noon).
The MPPSC State Forest Service Examination 2023, for the posts of Assistant Conservator of Forest (Grade 2), Forest Ranger (Grade 2) and Project Manager (2nd, 3rd Grade) will be held on 21 May 2023. We recommend that candidates carefully read this article before applying.
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MPPSC Forest Service 2023 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification issued on | 30th December 2022 |
| Application started on | 10th January 2023 (12:00 noon) |
| Last date to apply | 9th February 2023 (12:00 noon) |
| Prelims Admit Card | 14th May 2023 |
| Preliminary Exam date of | 21st May 2023 |
MPPSC Forest Service 2023 Important Links
| Official website | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Syllabus | Click Here |
| Apply link | Click Here |
MPPSC Forest Service 2023 Updates
| Exam conducting body | Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Post name | • Assistant Conservator of Forest (2nd Grade) • Forest Ranger (2nd Grade) • Project Manager (2nd, 3rd Grade) |
| Department name | Madhya Pradesh Government, Forest Department |
| Applications date | 10th January to 9th February 2023 |
| Vacancy | • Assistant Conservator of Forest (2nd Grade)/ Forest Ranger (2nd Grade):- to be announced • Project Manager (2nd, 3rd Grade):- 15 |
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MPPSC Forest Service 2023 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant Conservator of Forest (2nd Grade) | 21 to 40 years |
| Forest Ranger (2nd Grade) | 21 to 33 years |
| Project Manager (2nd, 3rd Grade) | 21 to 33 years |
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Training |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Conservator of Forest (2nd Grade) | Bachelor’s degree in any branch of Educational Science / Engineering / Technology | For a two-year diploma, Forest College, Dehradun, or any other equivalent training to the one prescribed by the government, you will need to obtain training from a forest school and two years of training must be completed in the department and the departmental exam will also have to be passed as per the rules. |
| Forest Ranger (2nd Grade) | Bachelor’s degree in any branch of Educational Science / Engineering / Technology | The training period will be of 18 months. Training will have to be obtained in any Forest Range College in India. |
| Project Manager (2nd, 3rd Grade) | Bachelor’s degree in any branch of Educational Science / Engineering / Technology | If an officer is not selected to fill the post, the selected officer must pay all expenses to Madhya Pradesh State Forest Development Corporation. After training, the selected project officer in the department will be required to serve in the corporation for five years. |
Physical Standards And Efficiency
The physical standard for all three posts are tabulated below:
| Particulars | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height of Unreserved, Schedule Caste and Other Backward Class | 163 cm | 150 cm |
| Height of Schedule Tribe | 152 cm | 145 cm |
| Chest | 79 cm | 74 cm |
| Minimum expend | 5 cm | 5 cm |
| Expanded | 84 cm | 79 cm |
| 4 Hours Walk | 25 km | Forest Ranger (2nd Grade) and Project Manager (2nd, 3rd Grade):- 16 km |
Know The Application Process of MPPSC Forest Service 2023
- Visit the official website of the MPPSC or Click Here.
- On the homepage, you will get a link to “Apply Online”.
- Now, click on the application form, and fill out your details.
- After filling out the application details, upload your documents (in the required format) and pay the application fee to complete the application procedure.
- Take a printout of the final submission.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ ST/ OBC (Non-creamy layer) Of Madhya Pradesh state | INR 250/- |
| All categories and candidates who are not belonging from Madhya Pradesh | INR 500/- |
MPPSC Forest Service 2023 Exam Pattern
MPPSC Forest Service Prelims Exam Pattern
- The examination will be conducted in MCQ-type questions.
- There will be two question papers, which will be 200 marks each.
- Each question will be of 2 marks.
- The examination will be conducted bilingually i.e. Hindi & English.
Subject | No of Questions | Marks | Duration |
Paper-1 | |||
General Studies | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
Paper-2 | |||
General Aptitude Test | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
MPPSC Forest Service Mains Exam Pattern
- The examination will be conducted in two parts i.e. Part A & Part B, Part A will be of 150 marks and Part B will be of 300 marks.
- The examination will be conducted bilingually i.e. Hindi & English.
- 3 marks will be awarded for each correct answer and 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
Madhya Pradesh, National & International General Studies | 50 | 150 | 3 Hours |
Forestry & General Science | 100 | 300 | |
Total | 150 | 450 | |
Interview | 50 | ||
Grand Total | 500 | ||
Syllabus of MPPSC Forest Service 2023
Topic | Sub-Topic |
Prelims Examination Paper 1 | |
General Studies |
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Prelims Examination Paper 2 | |
General Aptitude Test |
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Mains Examination – Section A | |
History culture and literature of M.P. |
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Geography of the Madhya Pradesh |
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Politics and Economy of M.P. |
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4. Current events of International, National and M.P. |
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Information and Communication Technology |
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Mains Examination – Section B | |
Forestry & General Science | Forest Utilization Forest Policy and Legislation Forest Protection Tribes of Madhya Pradesh Chemistry Physic Biology Environment |
Elementary Mathematics & General Mental Ability | Arithmetic Algebra Geometry Trigonometry General Mental Ability |
Vacancy Details of MPPSC Forest Service 2023
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Assistant Conservator of Forest (2nd Grade)/ Forest Ranger (2nd Grade) | The demand letter for these positions has not been sent by the department to the commission yet. Before the State Forest Service Examination 2022 preliminary examination results are announced, if the department sends a demand letter to the commission for the above post/posts, then the post/posts received through corrigendum will be included in the examination. |
| Project Manager (2nd, 3rd Grade) | 15 |
Salary Structure of MPPSC Forest Service 2023
| Category | Salary |
|---|---|
| Assistant Conservator of Forest (2nd Grade) | 56,100 – 1,77,500/- |
| Forest Ranger (2nd Grade) | 36200 – 114800 /- |
| Project Manager (2nd, 3rd Grade) | 9300 – 34800 + 3600/- Grade pay |
FAQs on MPPSC Forest Service
what is the total salary of an MPPSC Forest Service post in India?
The salary of a Forest Service Officer in Madhya Pradesh varies based on the pay scale and grade pay. The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) Forest Service Officer is a Group-A post, and the salary structure is based on the 7th Pay Commission.
As of 2023, the starting salary for MPPSC Forest Service Officer is around Rs. 56,100 per month. Apart from this, the officer is entitled to various allowances such as DA (Dearness Allowance), HRA (House Rent Allowance), Medical Allowance, and Travel Allowance, which increases the salary further.
The salary of an MPPSC Forest Service Officer also increases with promotions and years of experience. As they progress in their career, officers can expect to receive higher salaries and benefits. Overall, the salary and benefits of an MPPSC Forest Service Officer are quite lucrative, making it a desirable career option for many.
what are the best books sources for the MPPSC Forest Service exam in India?
Preparing for the MPPSC Forest Service exam requires a good understanding of the exam pattern and syllabus, along with quality study material. Here are some books and sources that you can refer to for your MPPSC Forest Service exam preparation:
MPPSC Forest Ranger Recruitment Exam Guide by Dr. Lal and Jain: This book is a comprehensive guide for the MPPSC Forest Ranger recruitment exam. It covers all the topics mentioned in the syllabus and provides practice questions and previous year papers.
Madhya Pradesh PSC Forest Service Preliminary Examination by Dr. Lal and Jain: This book is specifically designed for the preliminary exam of the MPPSC Forest Service. It covers the entire syllabus of the preliminary exam and includes solved papers and practice sets.
Madhya Pradesh Forest Ranger Recruitment Exam by Arihant Experts: This book is a popular choice among aspirants preparing for the MPPSC Forest Ranger recruitment exam. It covers all the topics mentioned in the syllabus and includes solved papers and practice questions.
Indian Forestry: A Breakthrough Approach to Forest Service by K. Manikandan: This book is a good source for understanding the basics of Indian forestry. It covers various topics related to forestry, including forest ecology, forest management, and wildlife conservation.
MPPSC Forest Service Exam Previous Year Papers: Solving previous year papers is an effective way to understand the exam pattern and question types. You can download the previous year papers from the official website of the MPPSC.
Apart from these sources, you can also refer to online study materials, videos, and online test series available on various educational websites. However, it is important to choose reliable and authentic sources for your preparation.