Forest Driver – Forest & Wildlife – 861/2025

Last Updated On: 18/04/2026

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has announced that they are inviting applications for the post of Forest Driver in Forest & Wildlife exam on under category no 861/2025. Candidates who are interested in working as an Forest Driver in the state of Kerala with a pay scale of ₹ 26,500 – 60,700/-, can now apply for the exam through the official KPSC website. The last date of application will be 04-02-2026.

Candidates are advised to apply before the deadline, as the application process will not be accepted after the last date. The number of vacancies and other details regarding qualifications and eligibility will be provided below.

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Category No 861/2025
Gazette Date
Last Date 04-02-2026
Department Forest & Wildlife
Name of Post Forest Driver
Scale of pay ₹ 26,500 – 60,700/-
Number of vacancies

SC – Pathanamthitta: 01

Method of appointment

Direct Recruitment (District Wise, SC only)

Age Limit

23-41; Born between 02.01.1984 and 01.01.2002

Qualifications

SSLC or equivalent
Valid Motor Driving License for transport vehicles
Minimum 3 years driving experience

Notes

Only male candidates eligible
Women and differently abled candidates not eligible
District-wise recruitment (Pathanamthitta)
Practical driving test required
Medical fitness certificate mandatory
Training up to 3 months required
Weightage for NCC, Sports, SPC

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