Forest Department jobs 2026 are open in Abbottabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Demarcation Forest Division, Northern Forest Region-II needs two Patwari (BPS-09) under the provincial government recruitment policy 2026. Daily Express published the advertisement on 20 October 2026.
Male candidates with Intermediate (Science) and a Patwari pass can apply online through ETEA. So check the eligibility below first, and then submit the form before the last date, 10 November 2026.
Forest department jobs 2026 overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Forest Department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Division | Demarcation Forest Division, Northern Forest Region-II, Abbottabad |
| Post | Patwari (BPS-09) |
| Total vacancies | 2 |
| Gender | Male |
| Age limit | 18 to 30 years |
| Education | Intermediate (Science), second division, from a recognized board |
| Extra requirement | Patwari exam pass or certificate, and name in the Patwari Pass Candidate Register |
| Job type | Full time, government (the department will make appointments on a temporary basis, as stated in the ad) |
| Location | Abbottabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Apply method | Online through ETEA at etea.edu.pk |
| Online form available from | 18 October 2026 |
| Last date | 10 November 2026 |
| Newspaper | Daily Express, 20 October 2026 (ad reference INF(P)5249-26) |
About the Forest Department hiring in Abbottabad
The Forest Department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, invites applications from interested candidates for these posts in Abbottabad. The hiring follows the provincial government recruitment policy 2026, and ETEA holds the screening test for the post.
The advertisement says the department will make all appointments purely on a temporary basis under the prevailing rules from the Peshawar High Court and the provincial government. Also, you can browse more KPK jobs and government jobs on ixjob.pk.
Vacancy details for the Patwari post
| Post | Scale | Vacancies | Age limit | Gender |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patwari | BPS-09 | 2 | 18 to 30 years | Male |
The post needs a qualified Patwari, not a fresh Intermediate candidate alone. In fact, your name must be in the Patwari Pass Candidate Register, the register of candidates who have passed the Patwari exam.
Eligibility criteria for Patwari BPS-09
- Education: Intermediate (Science) with second division from a recognized board.
- Patwari requirement: Patwari exam pass or Patwari certificate.
- Register: your name must be in the Patwari Pass Candidate Register.
- Age: 18 to 30 years. ETEA calculates the upper age limit from 18 October 2026, and the department may give relaxation in the upper age limit under the prevailing rules.
- Gender: male candidates only, as the advertisement lists.
Documents and slips you need
- Your original CNIC, for the NADRA e-Sahulat verification step before you apply.
- The original fee deposit slip. Keep it safe, because you need it with the roll number slip to sit the exam.
- The roll number slip. ETEA will inform you by SMS, and then you download the slip.
The advertisement clearly says not to send any educational documents or certificates to the ETEA office. So keep your documents with you, and share them only when the department asks.
How to apply online through ETEA
- First, create your profile on the ETEA website, etea.edu.pk. The online form is available from 18 October 2026.
- Next, print the NADRA e-Sahulat token from the ETEA website and take your original CNIC to any franchise or kiosk for verification. Without this verification, you cannot apply for the post.
- After your profile check, print the deposit slip from the ETEA website.
- Then pay the non-refundable exam fee at any EasyPaisa agent or NADRA e-Sahulat center. You can also pay through the EasyPaisa app on your mobile phone, and a confirmation SMS will reach you.
- Finally, complete the online form and submit it before 10 November 2026.
- Keep the original deposit slip safe for the test day.
Selection process and screening test
ETEA will hold a screening test (ability test) for this post. ETEA allows candidates into the test provisionally, based on the information they provide in the form.
The appointing authority then does a detailed check of the candidates. If the authority finds a candidate ineligible at any stage, it will declare him ineligible.
ETEA will print all information about the ability test on the roll number slip. It will also inform candidates by SMS to download the slip, and it will not send any separate call letter by post or courier.
Important instructions
- Government employees should apply through the proper channel of their department and attach or upload the NOC with permission.
- The department will give no TA/DA to candidates coming for the test or interview.
- The competent authority can change or cancel this advertisement under the policy. It can also increase or decrease the number of posts.
- For queries, the advertisement gives these contact numbers: 0992-388180 and 0346-5683331.
Frequently asked questions
The post and eligibility
What are Forest Department jobs 2026 in Abbottabad?
They are two Patwari (BPS-09) posts in the Demarcation Forest Division, Northern Forest Region-II, Abbottabad, under the Forest Department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The department invites applications under the provincial government recruitment policy 2026, and ETEA holds the test.
How many Patwari vacancies are announced?
The department has announced two vacancies for the Patwari (BPS-09) post.
What qualification is required for the Patwari post?
You need Intermediate (Science) with second division from a recognized board, a Patwari exam pass or Patwari certificate, and your name in the Patwari Pass Candidate Register.
What is the age limit for Forest Department Patwari jobs?
The age limit is 18 to 30 years. ETEA calculates the upper age limit from 18 October 2026, and the department may give relaxation in the upper age limit under the prevailing rules.
Can female candidates apply for the Patwari post?
No. The advertisement lists the Patwari post for male candidates only.
Applying and the fee
How do I apply online through ETEA?
First, create a profile on etea.edu.pk and get your CNIC verified through the NADRA e-Sahulat token. Then print the deposit slip, pay the non-refundable exam fee through EasyPaisa or a NADRA e-Sahulat center, and submit the online form by 10 November 2026.
What is the last date for Forest Department jobs 2026?
The last date to submit the online form is Tuesday, 10 November 2026. So complete your verification and fee deposit a few days early.
Is there an application fee for the ETEA test?
Yes. Candidates pay a non-refundable exam fee through an EasyPaisa agent, a NADRA e-Sahulat center or the EasyPaisa app. The advertisement does not print the fee amount, however.
Test and appointment
How will I get my roll number slip?
ETEA will inform candidates by SMS to download the roll number slip. It will not send a separate call letter for the ability test by post or courier.
Are these Patwari posts permanent?
No. The advertisement says the department will make all appointments purely on a temporary basis under the prevailing rules from the Peshawar High Court and the provincial government.
Last date and next step
The last date to submit the online form is Tuesday, 10 November 2026. Complete your NADRA e-Sahulat verification and fee deposit a few days early, because you cannot submit the form without them. In short, apply this week, and browse the latest jobs page of ixjob.pk for more openings.
