KPK Forest Department Jobs 2026 – ETEA Forest Guard Recruitment (Swat & Malakand)

The Forestry, Environment & Wildlife Department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has announced new job opportunities for the post of Forest Guard (BPS-08) through the Educational Testing and Evaluation Agency (ETEA). Applications are invited from eligible candidates belonging to the Malakand Division (excluding Bajaur District) under the Provincial Recruitment Policy 2026.

Job Details & Physical Standards

Position: Forest Guard (BPS-08)

Allocation: Merit (04 Posts), Minority Quota (01 Post)
Age Limit: 18 to 25 Years
Domicile: Malakand Division (except District Bajaur)
Required Qualification: Intermediate (Science) from a recognized board, or equivalent technical diploma/certificate holder (disabled candidates are not eligible to apply).

Mandatory Physical Standards

Height: Minimum 5 feet 6 inches ( $5'\text{ }6''$ )
Chest Size: $32'' \times 34''$ inches
Physical Running Test: Must complete a 3-kilometer race within 15 minutes.

Key Terms & Conditions

ETEA Testing: Selection will be made through physical, ability, and screening tests conducted by ETEA.
Training Mandatory: Selected candidates must successfully undergo the mandatory Forest Guard training course at the KP Forest School, Abbottabad.
Service Bond: Candidates who leave the service before completing 5 years of employment post-training will be bound to refund all training expenses to the government.
NOC & Verification: Government and semi-government employees must apply through the proper channel and provide a counter-signed experience certificate if applicable. Degrees/certificates must be verified by the respective boards/HEC.
TA/DA: No travel or daily allowance will be provided for tests, physical measurements, or interviews.

How to Apply via ETEA

Online Profile Creation: Visit the official ETEA portal at www.etea.edu.pk to create or update your profile.
Fee Verification: Generate the deposit slip and pay the non-refundable test fee via any designated NADRA e-Sahulat franchise or EasyPaisa mobile application. Keep the original deposit slip safe.
No Hardcopies Required: Do not send academic documents or hard copies of your application to the ETEA office. Your roll number slips will be uploaded online, and notification alerts will be sent via SMS.
Online Application Deadline: Online registrations open on July 15, 2026, and the final date to submit online applications is July 31, 2026.

Departmental Authority

Divisional Forest Officer > Demarcation Forest Division, Mingora Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.