UKSSSC Scaler Recruitment 2026: Apply for 200 Forest Posts

If you have completed your intermediate studies with Science or Mathematics and have been looking for an active, outdoors-focused government career in Uttarakhand, a major opportunity has just opened up. The Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) has officially announced Advertisement No. 82/2026 (Post Code: 548/623/82/2026), initiating direct recruitment for 200 Scaler (Group-C) posts under the Uttarakhand Van Vikas Nigam (Forest Development Corporation).

A Scaler plays a crucial hands-on role on the front lines of forestry operations: measuring timber logs, assessing forest biomass, managing depot dispatches, and curbing illegal extraction across state forest divisions.

Here is everything you need to know about the role, eligibility, physical endurance tests, examination pattern, and step-by-step application instructions.

Key Highlights of UKSSSC Scaler Recruitment 2026

Category-Wise Vacancy & Horizontal Reservation Breakdown

Out of the 200 total vacancies, vertical reservations are distributed systematically, along with horizontal quotas designed to empower regional candidates:

Vertical Reservations (200 Total)

• Unreserved (UR): 105 Posts
• Scheduled Caste (SC): 39 Posts (19%)
• Other Backward Classes (OBC): 27 Posts (14%)
• Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 21 Posts (10%)
• Scheduled Tribe (ST): 08 Posts (4%)

Horizontal Reservation Within Categories

• Uttarakhand Women (30%): 60 Posts (UR-32, SC-12, OBC-08, EWS-06, ST-02)
• State-Movement-Affected (10%): 20 Posts
• Ex-Servicemen (5%): 10 Posts
• Orphans (5%): 10 Posts
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (Divyang / PwBD - 4%): 08 Posts (HH/PD: 04, AAV/AV: 02, LC: 02)
• Skilled Sportspersons (4%): 08 Posts
• Dependents of Freedom Fighters (2%): 04 Posts

What Qualifications and Conditions Do You Need to Apply?

1. Essential Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed Intermediate (10+2 or equivalent) with Science or Mathematics from a recognized Board/Council established by law in India, or from an accredited school located within Uttarakhand.

2. Preferential Qualifications (Tie-Breaker Benefits)

While not mandatory, preference is given during tie-breakers to candidates with:

• At least 2 years of active service in the Territorial Army, OR
• A ‘B’ or ‘C’ Certificate from the National Cadet Corps (NCC).

3. Uttarakhand Domicile & Eligibility Rules

To be eligible for Group-C posts in Uttarakhand, candidates must fulfill at least one of these baseline conditions:

• Registered with an active Employment Exchange in Uttarakhand by the closing date (22 October 2026), OR
• Possess a permanent Uttarakhand Domicile / Residence Certificate, OR
• Have completed both High School (Class 10) and Intermediate (Class 12) from institutions situated in Uttarakhand.

(Exceptions apply to regular armed forces/paramilitary personnel and central/state PSU employees permanently stationed in Uttarakhand whose services cannot be transferred outside the state, along with their dependents).

4. Age Limit & Cut-off Dates

• Age Range: 18 to 28 years
• Crucial Reckoning Date: 1 July 2026 (Candidates must be born between 02 July 1998 and 01 July 2008).
• Upper Age Relaxations:
  • Uttarakhand SC, ST, and OBC candidates: 5 years relaxation (up to 33 years).
  • Uttarakhand Divyang (PwBD) applicants: 10 years relaxation (up to 38 years).
  • Dependents of Freedom Fighters: 5 years relaxation.
  • Ex-Servicemen: Deduct the length of military service from actual age; the resulting age must not exceed the upper limit by more than 3 years.

Physical Standard Test (PST) & Endurance Test (PET)

Because forestry duties involve rugged terrain, physical capability is rigorously evaluated. Stage 1 (PST/PET) is mandatory and qualifying in nature. No marks are carried forward to the final merit, but failing any test results in immediate disqualification.

Mandatory Physical Standards (PST)

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Benchmarks

[Endurance Run (First Hurdle)]

• Males: 25 km in a maximum of 4 Hours
• Females: 14 km in a maximum of 4 Hours
• (Only those who pass the run move forward)

  [Field Athletic Events: Up to 3 Attempts Allowed]

  • Shot Put (7.275 kg): Males: 5.00 m | Females: 3.50 m
  • Long Jump: Males: 4.00 m | Females: 2.00 m
  • High Jump: Males: 1.10 m | Females: 0.70 m

Written Examination Pattern & Syllabus Structure

Candidates who clear the PST and PET are invited to the offline written exam, which determines the final merit list.

• Mode: Offline (OMR-Based Multiple Choice).
• Total Marks & Time: 100 Marks | 100 Questions | 2 Hours.
• Subject Focus: Questions based on the intermediate Science and Mathematics curricula.
• Marking Scheme:
  • +1 Mark for every correct answer.
  • -0.25 Mark (1/4th negative marking) for every incorrect answer or multiple circles marked for a single question.
  • No penalty for unattempted questions.
• Minimum Qualifying Cut-offs:
  • General / OBC / EWS: Minimum 45% (45 marks).
  • SC / ST Candidates: Minimum 35% (35 marks).
  • Scoring below this baseline disqualifies the candidate from the merit list.

Application Fee & Payment Mode

Application fees must be paid online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI:

• Unreserved (General) & OBC Candidates: ₹300/-
• Uttarakhand SC, ST, and EWS Candidates: ₹150/-
• Uttarakhand Divyang (PwBD) Candidates: ₹150/-
• Orphan Candidates: Exempt (₹0)

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Instructions

1. One-Time Registration (OTR): Visit the official recruitment portal at sssc.uk.gov.in starting 22 September 2026. Register using your mobile number, email ID, and Aadhaar identity verification.
2. Complete the Application Form: Enter personal information, address, educational details (Class 10 and 12 with Science/Maths), and applicable horizontal/vertical reservation categories.
3. Upload Digital Documents: Upload clear image files meeting the required dimensions:
   • Recent passport-size photograph (150W × 200H pixels, JPG/JPEG).
   • Scanned signature (150W × 100H pixels, JPG/JPEG).
   • Left-hand thumb impression (150W × 100H pixels, JPG/JPEG).
4. Review & Pay the Fee: Double-check every field before paying online. Ensure the payment status updates to "Completed."
5. Print Confirmation: Download and save the final application form.

Crucial Warning: Submit only one application. Submitting duplicate forms will lead to the cancellation of all submissions. If minor errors occur, use the correction window on 26–27 October 2026 (note: core fields like candidate name, parent names, date of birth, and exam centers cannot be edited).