SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Forest Department has fixed 55 years as the maximum age for Foresters, Deputy Foresters and Forest Guards to be deputed for the J&K Foresters/Forest Guards Training Course.
The decision was notified through Forest Order No. 29 of 2026, dated October 29, issued by the Office of the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Head of Forest Force (PCCF and HoFF), Jammu and Kashmir.
Under the order, the maximum age will be calculated as of January 1 of the year for which the training list is prepared.
The department said the decision had been taken in the interest of administration and to provide eligible officials with an opportunity to undergo the requisite training and improve their professional competence.
