Publish Date: 21 June 2026

After a wait of over three months since applications closed in March, candidates who applied for Forester-I and Forest Guard posts under the Bodoland Territorial Council’s Forest Department finally have something to act on. The Central Selection Board (CSB), BTC, Kokrajhar has released the admit card / call letter for these 157 vacancies, with downloads available from 21 June 2026 onwards. This article walks through how to download your admit card, what to check on it once downloaded, and what to expect on exam day.

If you submitted your application between 23 February and 15 March 2026 for either of these two posts, this is the document you’ll need before you can sit for the written examination.

Overview

About the Recruitment

This recruitment was originally notified by the Central Selection Board, BTC on 20 February 2026, inviting online applications for Forester-I and Forest Guard posts under the Forest Department, BTC. The notification specifically covers candidates who are residents of the Bodoland Territorial Council area and registered with the Employment Exchange of Assam.

A notable feature of this recruitment is that it also extends eligibility to residents of 60 villages from Biswanath and Sonitpur districts that were added to Udalguri District under BTC through two separate government notifications — one dated 21 September 2024 and another dated 6 November 2023. Candidates from these newly added villages need to upload proof of residence such as Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Caste Certificate along with a permanent residential certificate from their respective Circle Officer.

Important Dates

The official notification mentioned that exam dates and venue would be communicated through the CSB, BTC website separately, which has now happened with this admit card release.

How to Download BTC Forest Department Admit Card 2026

Follow these steps to access your call letter:

1. Visit the official website: https://centralselectionboard.com
2. Look for the notice/link titled “Admit cum Call Letter for Forester-I and Forest Guard”
3. You will be redirected to a page asking for your registered mobile number
4. Enter your registered email address as well
5. Click on the Search button
6. Your admit card will be displayed — verify all details carefully
7. Download the PDF and take a clear printout

Direct Admit Card Link: centralselectionboard.com/admit-cum-call-letter-for-forster-i-and-forest-guard

Unlike many recruitment boards that require a registration number and date of birth, CSB BTC has used a mobile number and email-based lookup system for this admit card release. Make sure you use the same mobile number and email ID that you provided at the time of application — a mismatch will prevent your admit card from showing up.

Details to Check on Your Admit Card

Once downloaded, go through your admit card carefully and verify the following before exam day:

• Candidate’s full name (as per application)
• Roll number / registration number
• Post applied for (Forester-I or Forest Guard)
• Examination centre name and address
• Exam date and reporting time
• Photograph and signature (should match what you uploaded)
• Category (General/OBC/MOBC/SC/ST)

If you notice any discrepancy — wrong photo, incorrect category, or mismatched personal details — contact the Central Selection Board, BTC office at Kokrajhar immediately, well before the exam date, since corrections are unlikely to be possible on the exam day itself.

Why This Admit Card Is Important

The BTC Forest Department Admit Card 2026 is a mandatory document for all candidates appearing in the Forester-I and Forest Guard recruitment examination. It contains crucial information such as the candidate’s roll number, examination centre, reporting time, and important exam-day instructions issued by the Central Selection Board (CSB), BTC. Candidates without a valid admit card and photo ID proof may not be allowed to enter the examination venue. Therefore, applicants should download their admit card as early as possible and verify all details carefully to avoid any last-minute issues.

Documents Required on Exam Day

Along with the printed admit card, candidates should carry the following to the examination centre:

• Printed copy of the Admit Card / Call Letter
• One valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Driving Licence)
• A photocopy of the same ID proof
• Two passport-size photographs (same as uploaded during application)

Since this recruitment also involves a Physical Efficiency Test, candidates should additionally carry appropriate clothing and footwear suitable for the walking test, as well as any medical fitness documents if specifically asked for in the call letter.

Selection Process Recap

Since the admit card stage means candidates are now entering the active selection process, here’s a quick recap of how selection will proceed for both posts:

Stage 1: Physical Test

• Male candidates: 26 km walk to be completed within 4 hours
• Female candidates: 16 km walk to be completed within 4 hours
• Followed immediately by a medical examination

Stage 2: Written Examination

• Objective type (MCQ), duration of 3 hours
• Total marks: 100
• No negative marking for wrong answers
• Syllabus includes General English, General Knowledge (with focus on BTC area and Assam), Logical Reasoning & Aptitude, and Arithmetic
• Standard: Higher Secondary level for Forester-I, HSLC level for Forest Guard

Stage 3: Viva-Voce

• Total marks: 20
• Conducted for candidates who qualify the written examination

The final merit list will be prepared based on combined performance across these stages, as per the criteria laid out in the original notification.

Exam Day Instructions

• Reach the examination centre well before the reporting time mentioned on your admit card
• Carry your original ID proof — entry will not be permitted without it
• Mobile phones, smartwatches, or any electronic/communication devices are not allowed inside the exam hall
• Follow all instructions given by the invigilators and Central Selection Board staff
• Since the physical test (26 km/16 km walk) is part of this selection process, candidates should be physically prepared and should not attempt the test without being medically fit

Important Note

This website is not connected with the organization. Candidates should apply only through the official career page and never pay money to any third-party person for job selection.

FAQ

Q1. When was the BTC Forest Department Admit Card 2026 released?
The admit card for Forester-I and Forest Guard posts was released on 21 June 2026 on the official website of the Central Selection Board, BTC.

Q2. How can I download my BTC Forest Department admit card?
Visit centralselectionboard.com, go to the admit card download link, and enter your registered mobile number and email address to access and download your call letter.

Q3. How many total vacancies are there in this recruitment?
There are 157 total vacancies — 47 posts for Forester-I and 110 posts for Forest Guard.

Q4. Is there negative marking in the BTC Forest Department written exam?
No, there is no negative marking for wrong answers in the written examination for either post.

Q5. What documents should I carry to the exam centre along with the admit card?
Carry a printed copy of your admit card, one original photo ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN/Driving Licence) with a photocopy, and two passport-size photographs matching your application photo.

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Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official notification before applying. We are not affiliated with any government organization. This website is not connected with the Central Selection Board, BTC. Candidates should download their admit card only from the official website (centralselectionboard.com) and never pay money to any third-party person for job selection.

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