Karnataka Forest Department (Website)

The Karnataka Forest Department has officially released the final key answers for the Range Forest Officer (RFO) Group B examination. This recruitment process pertains to the Kalyana Karnataka local cadre, as per the notification issued in 2022. The final keys were published following a thorough review of objections submitted by candidates regarding the draft answer keys released earlier in August 2026. The Subject Experts Committee evaluated these objections to ensure accuracy across all question booklet versions. Candidates who appeared for the written test held on July 12, 2026, can now verify their responses against the finalized keys. The notice, which carries a digital signature dated September 23, 2026, confirms that the keys for the specified subjects are now final and no further objection window is available. The examination covered various subjects including General Knowledge, Forestry, Civil Engineering, Environment Science, and Wildlife. Applicants are advised to refer to the specific version code of their question booklet to match their answers correctly. The department has also provided details regarding grace marks and invalid questions for specific sets. It is recommended that candidates visit the official website to download the relevant documents and cross-check their performance. This update marks a significant step forward in the selection process for the RFO positions.

The selection process for the Range Forest Officer (RFO) post involves a written examination followed by further stages as prescribed by the Karnataka Forest Department. The written test consists of two papers: Paper-I, which covers General Knowledge and Aptitude, and Paper-II, which focuses on specialized subjects like Forestry, Civil Engineering, Environment Science, and Wildlife. Candidates are evaluated based on their performance in these papers. Following the written exam, the department releases draft answer keys to allow candidates to raise objections. After the review of these objections by a Subject Experts Committee, the final answer keys are published. Successful candidates who meet the required cut-off marks proceed to subsequent stages of the recruitment process, which may include physical tests or interviews depending on the specific requirements of the RFO cadre.

The application fee details were specified in the original recruitment notification dated 15.10.2022. Candidates were required to pay the fee as per their category (General/OBC/SC/ST) through the prescribed online or offline payment modes. Please refer to the original notification for the exact fee structure.