Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Forest Department · Official Recruitment 2026
KP Forest Department Jobs 2026 – Apply Now
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Forest Department is hiring Forest Guards across six forest divisions and EPI Vaccinators in two districts, to protect natural resources and support community health services.
📍 Bannu, Buner, Kohat & More
🌳 KP Forest Department
📋 120+ Positions
⏳ Deadline: July 31, 2026
🧾 Apply via ETEA
📋 Job Summary
| Organization |
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Forest Department |
| Total Positions |
75+ Forest Guard posts across 6 divisions, plus 45 EPI Vaccinator posts (Lower Swat count not specified in source ad) |
| Location |
Bannu, Buner, Kohat, Upper Dir, Mohmand, Lower Swat, Chitral Upper, Dera Ismail Khan |
| Grade |
BPS-08 (Forest Guard); Fixed Pay (EPI Vaccinator) |
| Age Limit |
18-25 Years (Forest Guard); 18-32 Years (EPI Vaccinator) |
| Last Date to Apply |
July 31, 2026 |
| Source |
JobsLeap.com |
About Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Forest Department
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Forest Department Jobs. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Forest Department is a key provincial government institution responsible for the protection, management, and promotion of forests, wildlife, and natural resources across the province. From guarding against illegal logging and poaching to supporting community awareness on conservation, the department plays a vital role in maintaining Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s ecological balance.
The department is currently recruiting Forest Guards across six forest divisions — North Waziristan (Bannu), Buner, Kohat, Upper Dir, Mohmand, and Lower Swat — alongside EPI Vaccinator positions in Chitral Upper and Dera Ismail Khan through the Health Department. These roles offer stable government careers with strong benefits, physical challenge, and the honor of serving the province’s natural and public health resources.
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Forest Guard – North Waziristan Forest Division, Bannu
BPS-08 · Bannu · 05 Posts
| Division |
North Waziristan Forest Division, Bannu |
| Vacancies |
05 (Open Merit = 03, Minority = 02) |
| Domicile Required |
North Waziristan, Sub-Division Wazir Bannu, Sub-Division Betti |
| Employment Type |
Government (BPS-08) |
| Last Date |
July 31, 2026 |
Job Responsibilities
- Guard designated forest areas against illegal cutting, encroachment, fire, and poaching activities.
- Conduct regular foot patrols across assigned forest ranges to monitor for illegal activity.
- Report any illegal logging, encroachment, or damage to forest resources to superior officers.
- Create awareness among local communities about forest conservation and sustainable practices.
- Maintain high physical fitness standards, including participation in marathon fitness tests as required.
- Assist in fire prevention and firefighting response within the assigned forest division.
- Support wildlife protection efforts by monitoring and reporting poaching threats.
- Maintain patrol logs and submit regular activity reports to the Forest Range Officer.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Intermediate (Science) from a recognized board.
- Physical Standards: Minimum height 5’6″, minimum chest 32-34 inches, 3 KM marathon race within 15 minutes.
- Age Limit: 18 to 25 years, with relaxation as per government rules.
- Health: Free from all physical and mental disabilities.
- Domicile: North Waziristan, Sub-Division Wazir Bannu, or Sub-Division Betti.
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
Forest Guard – Buner Forest Division
BPS-08 · Buner · 18 Posts
| Division |
Buner Forest Division |
| Vacancies |
18 (Open Merit = 09, Right Holders Dagar = 02, Right Holders Gagra = 02, Right Holders Jambla = 02, Minority = 03) |
| Domicile Required |
District Buner |
| Employment Type |
Government (BPS-08) |
| Last Date |
July 31, 2026 |
Job Responsibilities
- Guard designated forest areas against illegal cutting, encroachment, fire, and poaching activities.
- Conduct regular foot patrols across the Dagar, Gagra, and Jambla forest ranges.
- Report illegal logging, encroachment, or resource damage to superior forest officers.
- Create community awareness about forest conservation across Buner district.
- Maintain physical fitness standards, including marathon fitness tests as required.
- Support fire prevention and rapid response efforts within the assigned range.
- Coordinate with right holders and local communities on forest resource management issues.
- Maintain patrol logs and submit regular activity reports to the Forest Range Officer.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Intermediate (Science) from a recognized board.
- Physical Standards: Minimum height 5’6″, minimum chest 32-34 inches, 3 KM marathon race within 15 minutes.
- Age Limit: 18 to 25 years, with relaxation as per government rules.
- Health: Free from all physical and mental disabilities.
- Domicile: District Buner.
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
Forest Guard – Kohat Forest Division
BPS-08 · Kohat · 29 Posts
| Division |
Kohat Forest Division |
| Vacancies |
29 (Open Merit 70% = 18: Kohat 6, Karak 6, Hangu 6; Sub-Division/Range Quota 30% = 10; Minority 5% = 01) |
| Domicile Required |
Kohat, Karak & Hangu Districts |
| Employment Type |
Government (BPS-08) |
| Last Date |
July 31, 2026 |
Job Responsibilities
- Guard designated forest areas across Kohat, Karak, and Hangu against illegal activity and fire.
- Conduct regular foot patrols across the Teri and Thall forest ranges and other assigned areas.
- Report illegal logging, encroachment, or resource damage to superior forest officers.
- Create community awareness about forest conservation across the three districts.
- Maintain physical fitness standards, including marathon fitness tests as required.
- Support fire prevention and firefighting response within assigned forest ranges.
- Assist in wildlife protection and reporting of poaching threats.
- Maintain patrol logs and submit regular activity reports to the Forest Range Officer.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Intermediate (Science) from a recognized board.
- Physical Standards: Minimum height 5’6″, minimum chest 32-34 inches, 3 KM marathon race within 15 minutes.
- Age Limit: 18 to 25 years, with relaxation as per government rules.
- Health: Free from all physical and mental disabilities.
- Domicile: Kohat, Karak, or Hangu District.
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
Forest Guard – Upper Dir Forest Division
BPS-08 · Upper Dir · 16 Posts
| Division |
Upper Dir Forest Division |
| Vacancies |
16 (Open Merit 70% = 11; Right Holders Quota 30% = 05: Dir Forest Sub Division 02, Wari Forest Sub Division 02, Darora Forest Range 01) |
| Domicile Required |
Upper Dir (Tehsil Dir Bala, Laram, Wari) |
| Employment Type |
Government (BPS-08) |
| Last Date |
July 31, 2026 |
Job Responsibilities
- Guard designated forest areas across Upper Dir against illegal cutting, encroachment, and fire.
- Conduct regular foot patrols across the Dir, Wari, and Darora forest sub-divisions and ranges.
- Report illegal logging, encroachment, or resource damage to superior forest officers.
- Create community awareness about forest conservation across Upper Dir tehsils.
- Maintain physical fitness standards, including marathon fitness tests as required.
- Support fire prevention and rapid firefighting response in mountainous terrain.
- Coordinate with right holders and local communities on forest resource management issues.
- Maintain patrol logs and submit regular activity reports to the Forest Range Officer.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Intermediate (Science) from a recognized board.
- Physical Standards: Minimum height 5’6″, minimum chest 32-34 inches, 3 KM marathon race within 15 minutes.
- Age Limit: 18 to 25 years, with relaxation as per government rules.
- Health: Free from all physical and mental disabilities.
- Domicile: Upper Dir (Tehsil Dir Bala, Laram, or Wari).
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
Forest Guard – Mohmand Forest Division
BPS-08 · Mohmand · 07 Posts
| Division |
Mohmand Forest Division |
| Vacancies |
07 (Open Merit = 05, Minority = 02) |
| Domicile Required |
District Mohmand |
| Employment Type |
Government (BPS-08) |
| Last Date |
July 31, 2026 |
Job Responsibilities
- Guard designated forest areas across Mohmand against illegal cutting, encroachment, and fire.
- Conduct regular foot patrols across assigned forest ranges within the district.
- Report illegal logging, encroachment, or resource damage to superior forest officers.
- Create community awareness about forest conservation across Mohmand district.
- Maintain physical fitness standards, including marathon fitness tests as required.
- Support fire prevention and firefighting response within the assigned division.
- Assist in wildlife protection and reporting of poaching threats.
- Maintain patrol logs and submit regular activity reports to the Forest Range Officer.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Intermediate (Science) from a recognized board.
- Physical Standards: Minimum height 5’6″, minimum chest 32-34 inches, 3 KM marathon race within 15 minutes.
- Age Limit: 18 to 25 years, with relaxation as per government rules.
- Health: Free from all physical and mental disabilities.
- Domicile: District Mohmand.
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
Forest Guard – Lower Swat Forest Division
BPS-08 · Lower Swat
| Division |
Lower Swat Forest Division |
| Vacancies |
Not specified in source ad — refer to original advertisement |
| Domicile Required |
Lower Swat |
| Employment Type |
Government (BPS-08) |
| Last Date |
July 31, 2026 |
Job Responsibilities
- Guard designated forest areas across Lower Swat against illegal cutting, encroachment, and fire.
- Conduct regular foot patrols across assigned forest ranges within the division.
- Report illegal logging, encroachment, or resource damage to superior forest officers.
- Create community awareness about forest conservation across Lower Swat.
- Maintain physical fitness standards, including marathon fitness tests as required.
- Support fire prevention and firefighting response within the assigned division.
- Assist in wildlife protection and reporting of poaching threats.
- Maintain patrol logs and submit regular activity reports to the Forest Range Officer.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Intermediate (Science) from a recognized board.
- Physical Standards: Minimum height 5’6″, minimum chest 32-34 inches, 3 KM marathon race within 15 minutes.
- Age Limit: 18 to 25 years, with relaxation as per government rules.
- Health: Free from all physical and mental disabilities.
- Domicile: Lower Swat.
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
💉 EPI Vaccinator (Health Department)
EPI Vaccinator – Chitral Upper
Chitral Upper · 05 Posts
| Department |
Health Department (EPI Program) |
| Location |
Chitral Upper |
| Vacancies |
05 |
| Age Limit |
18-32 Years |
| Last Date |
July 31, 2026 |
Job Responsibilities
- Administer routine immunizations to children and eligible individuals under the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI).
- Maintain accurate vaccination records and update the EPI database for assigned coverage areas.
- Conduct outreach immunization sessions in remote and underserved communities.
- Monitor vaccine cold chain storage to ensure vaccine potency and safety.
- Educate parents and caregivers on immunization schedules and the importance of vaccination.
- Report adverse events following immunization (AEFI) promptly to health authorities.
- Coordinate with local health workers and community leaders to improve vaccination coverage.
- Prepare and submit periodic immunization coverage reports to the District Health Officer.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Matric Science (2nd Division) plus a 2-year Diploma in Health Technology from FPAHS Peshawar.
- Age Limit: 18 to 32 years.
- Domicile: Chitral Upper preferred; candidates from adjacent districts considered.
- Salary: Rs. 40,000/- per month (Fixed Pay).
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
EPI Vaccinator – Dera Ismail Khan
Dera Ismail Khan · 40 Posts
| Department |
Health Department (EPI Program) |
| Location |
Dera Ismail Khan |
| Vacancies |
40 |
| Age Limit |
18-32 Years |
| Last Date |
July 31, 2026 |
Job Responsibilities
- Administer routine immunizations to children and eligible individuals under the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI).
- Maintain accurate vaccination records and update the EPI database for assigned coverage areas.
- Conduct outreach immunization sessions across urban and rural union councils in Dera Ismail Khan.
- Monitor vaccine cold chain storage to ensure vaccine potency and safety.
- Educate parents and caregivers on immunization schedules and the importance of vaccination.
- Report adverse events following immunization (AEFI) promptly to health authorities.
- Coordinate with local health workers and community leaders to improve vaccination coverage.
- Prepare and submit periodic immunization coverage reports to the District Health Officer.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Matric Science (2nd Division) plus a 2-year Diploma in Health Technology from FPAHS Peshawar.
- Age Limit: 18 to 32 years.
- Domicile: Dera Ismail Khan preferred; candidates from adjacent districts considered.
- Salary: Rs. 40,000/- per month (Fixed Pay).
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the last date to apply for KP Forest Department jobs 2026?
All Forest Guard and EPI Vaccinator positions must be applied for online through the ETEA portal by July 31, 2026.
Q: What physical standards apply to Forest Guard positions?
Candidates must meet a minimum height of 5 feet 6 inches, a minimum chest measurement of 32-34 inches, and must complete a 3 KM marathon race within 15 minutes.
Q: Is a surety bond required for Forest Guard positions?
Yes, selected Forest Guards must furnish a surety bond of Rs. 300,000 to serve the department for a minimum of 5 years.
Q: What is the salary for EPI Vaccinator positions?
EPI Vaccinators receive a fixed monthly salary of Rs. 40,000, as specified in the official advertisement.
Q: Is domicile mandatory for Forest Guard positions?
Yes, only candidates holding the domicile specified for each forest division are eligible to apply for that division’s vacancies.
Q: What training is required after selection as a Forest Guard?
Selected candidates must undergo mandatory training at the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Forest School, Thay, Abbottabad, before assuming their duties.
Q: Can I apply for multiple Forest Guard divisions at once?
Candidates must apply separately for each post with a separate fee, and are only eligible for divisions matching their specified domicile.
Q: Is a Police Clearance Certificate required?
Yes, a Police Clearance Certificate is mandatory for all Forest Guard and EPI Vaccinator applicants.
People Also Ask
Q: How do I apply for KP Forest Department jobs through ETEA?
Create a profile at www.etea.edu.pk, verify your CNIC at a NADRA E-Sahulat Kiosk, apply online for your desired position, and deposit the test fee via EasyPaisa, JazzCash, or UBL Bank before downloading your Roll No. Slip.
Q: Which forest division has the highest number of Forest Guard vacancies?
Kohat Forest Division has the highest number of advertised vacancies among the listed divisions, with 29 posts across Kohat, Karak, and Hangu districts.
Q: What does an EPI Vaccinator do?
An EPI Vaccinator administers routine immunizations to children under the Expanded Programme on Immunization, maintains vaccination records, and conducts outreach sessions in underserved communities.
Q: What is a “Right Holders” quota in Forest Guard recruitment?
The Right Holders quota reserves a percentage of vacancies for individuals from communities with traditional or legal rights over specific forest ranges, requiring a Revenue Department certificate to verify eligibility.
Q: What is FPAHS Peshawar?
FPAHS refers to a recognized institution offering the Diploma in Health Technology required for EPI Vaccinator positions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Q: Are women eligible to apply for Forest Guard positions?
Yes, a 10% quota is reserved for women where applicable, alongside quotas for minorities, disabled persons, and right holders as per government policy.
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