Deputy Foresters are special officers who safeguard the woods from illegitimate cutting and poaching of vegetation of the forest area, which comes under their control. Those who have studied the Forestry or related courses can work as Deputy Foresters. The Deputy Foresters’ job not only gives self-satisfaction but also a chance to serve the community by preserving the woods for the forthcoming generation.

Qualifying Exam

To work as a Deputy Forester, aspirants have to clear the Forest Guard’s examination carried out by the Union Public Service Commission. These exams will be carried out by the UPSC as and when new vacancies comes up. Those who are short-listed in the test may have to appear physical fitness tests and personal interviews thereafter. These steps are equally important as much as the written exam. Those who clear all these formalities can expect employments in Forestry department of our country. Entering into career, Deputy Foresters can expect a salary of around Rs. 10000/- per month or even more. With years of experience and also with periodical promotions, the amendments brought out by the new salary commission, they can expect hikes in their pay scales.

Who is eligible to apply?

The eligibility criterion to apply for the Deputy Foresters’ exam is a pass in the graduate degree course in Forestry. Those who have finished graduation in Agriculture or any other Science related programs can also apply for the Deputy Foresters test. Moreover, the candidates should have the citizenship of India. Individuals who come within 21 – 30 years of age alone can apply for the Deputy Foresters’ examination.

Key Points in the process

• Firstly, the students must complete the XII course in a Science streams.
• Earn a graduate degree in Forestry, Agriculture or other Science related courses.
• Apply for the Deputy Forester’s exam, which is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission.
• Clear the written test with the required score.
• Attend the physical fitness test and individual interview thereafter.
• Clear all these procedures and the candidates will surely become a Deputy Forester.

Skills required for a Deputy Forester

Working as a Deputy Forester, individuals may have to face a lot of quandaries and uncertainties. They should have the courage and will power to face and act upon major crisis in the forest. Deputy Foresters also require intellectual brains and communication skills, both in English and in the local language of the State to carry out their work in the best possible way.