KPK Forest Department Announces Forest Guard Jobs 2026 (Dir Kohistan Division)
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Forest Department has officially announced new employment opportunities for the position of Forest Guard (BPS-08) in the Dir Kohistan Forest Division. According to the official advertisement, applications are invited from eligible candidates residing in the tehsils of Sheringal and Kalkot under the provincial government’s recruitment policy for 2026.
Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the eligibility criteria, vacancy distribution, physical requirements, and the step-by-step application process.
Vacancy Distribution
A total of 07 vacancies are available for the Forest Guard position, distributed among local right-holders as follows:
| Sub-Division / Category | Share percentage | Number of Posts |
| Patrak Forest Sub-Division (Right Holders) | 30% | 04 |
| Sheringal Forest (Right Holders) | 30% | 01 |
| Kalkot Forest (Right Holders) | 30% | 02 |
Note: 5% quota is reserved for minorities. If eligible candidates for the specific local quotas are not available, selection will revert to 70% merit within the designated areas.
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Intermediate (Science, Second Division) from any recognized board.
- Age Limit: 18 to 25 years (Age relaxation will be applicable as per government rules).
Physical Standards & Requirements
Candidates must fulfill strict physical and fitness standards to be eligible for the screening test:
- Height: Minimum 5 feet 6 inches ($5’\text{ }6”$).
- Chest: 32–34 inches minimum.
- Fitness Test: Candidates must complete a 3 km run within 15 minutes.
- Health: The applicant must be free from any physical disability.
Key Terms and Conditions
- Testing Agency: The screening and ability tests will be conducted by the Educational Testing and Evaluation Agency (ETEA).
- Training: Selected candidates will undergo mandatory training at the KP Forest School, Abbottabad.
- Bond: Appointed individuals must sign a 5-year bond. Leaving the service before this period will require refunding all training expenditures.
- Documents: Candidates must produce original academic degrees, domicile certificates, and a Police Clearance Certificate during the interview.
How to Apply via ETEA
The application process is fully online and managed through ETEA’s portal.
- Create Profile: Visit the ETEA website (www.etea.edu.pk) to create your profile and generate a deposit slip/NADRA e-Sahulat token.
- Fee Payment: Pay the processing fee via EasyPaisa or at any NADRA e-Sahulat kiosk. Keep the original deposit slip safe; do not send hard copies to the ETEA office.
- Roll Number Slips: ETEA will notify candidates via SMS to download their roll number slips once the test dates are finalized.
Important Dates
- Online Registration Starts: July 10, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: July 31, 2026
For further official inquiries, applicants can contact the office of the Divisional Forest Officer, Dir Kohistan Forest Division, Sheringal at 0944885295.
