In what could prove to be a significant year for government job aspirants across northern India, two states — Uttarakhand and Rajasthan — have simultaneously announced large-scale recruitment drives for 2026, drawing thousands of applicants eager for secure public-sector employment.
The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has facilitated a fresh recruitment notification for the Uttarakhand Forest Development Corporation Ltd (UKFDCL), one of the state's key autonomous bodies under the forest and environment department. Candidates who have passed their 12th standard from a recognized board are eligible to apply. The position comes with an attractive basic salary package of up to ₹63,000 per month, making it a highly sought-after opportunity for youth in the hill state. While the exact number of vacant posts was not fully detailed in initial reports, the corporation operates across multiple forest divisions in Uttarakhand, suggesting a substantial hiring footprint in districts ranging from Pithoragarh to Dehradun.
Meanwhile, Rajasthan has announced yet another major recruitment wave through the Rajasthan Subordinate and Ministerial Services Selection Board (RSSB). Over 870 vacancies across three different government departments have been released, and the application window has already opened. This brings the cumulative count of RSSB-driven recruitment in Rajasthan to alarming significance in a state where government jobs remain among the most coveted career options. The three departments involved were not exhaustively listed in early bulletins, but such RSSB recruitments typically span areas including administration, education support staff, and municipal services.
Both announcements have sparked a rush among eligible candidates to prepare application forms before deadlines. Career counsellors note that recruitment seasons in these states often see lakhs of online applications for relatively modest numbers of posts, intensifying competition. Experts advise aspirants to verify official notifications directly from the respective commission websites and to watch for release of admit cards and examination schedules in the coming weeks.