Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has invited online applications for the recruitment of 1679 vacancies for Forest Guard / Van Rakshak, Field Guard / Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari / Jail Warden, and Assistant Jail Superintendent posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for MPESB Recruitment 2026 by 14th March 2026. For details regarding the vacancy, eligibility, selection process, etc refer to the complete article.
MPESB Notification 2026 PDF Out
MPESB has officially released the detailed MPESB Notification 2026 PDF/Rule Book at https://esb.mp.gov.in/ for Van Rakshak (Forest Guard), Kshetra Rakshak (Field Guard), Jail Prahari (Jail Guard), and Sahayak Jail Adhikshak (Assistant Jail Superintendent) Combined Recruitment Test – 2026. The direct link to download the notification is also attached here.
MP Forest Guard, Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026- Highlights
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board applications opened for 1679 vacancies for Forest Guard, Jail Prahari, Field Guard & Superintendent Posts. Check highlights of the MPESB Combined Recruitment Test – 2026 from the table below.
| MPESB Recruitment 2026- Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB / MP Vyapam) |
| Post Names | Van Rakshak (Forest Guard), Kshetra Rakshak (Field Guard), Jail Prahari, Sahayak Jail Adhikshak (Assistant Jail Superintendent) |
| Departments | Van Vibhag (Forest Department) & Jail Vibhag (Prison Department) |
| Total Vacancies | 1679 |
| Registration Dates | 27th February to 14th March 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Examination Physical Fitness Test (PFT) / Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Document Verification Medical Examination |
| Official Website | https://esb.mp.gov.in/ |
MP Forest Guard Vacancy 2026- Important Dates
Candidates can apply online for MP Forest Guard, Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 by 14th March 2026, through the MPESB official website by following the instructions in the notifications.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Rule Book / Notification Released | 27 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 27th February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14th March 2026 |
| Online Form Correction Dates | 28th February to 19th March 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | 7th April 2026 |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
MPESB Vacancy 2026
Under the MPESB Recruitment 2026, a total of 1679 vacancies have been announced for Forest Guard / Van Rakshak, Field Guard / Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari / Jail Warden, and Assistant Jail Superintendent posts.
| Post Name | Department | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) | Van Vibhag | 728 |
| Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak) | Van Vibhag | 169 |
| Jail Prahari / Jail Warden | Jail Vibhag | 757 |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | Jail Vibhag | 25 |
| Total | 1679 |
MPESB Forest Guard Vacancy 2026
A total of 728 vacancies have been announced for Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak) posts for the Van Vibhag department.
| Category | Vacancy |
| Unreserved (UR) | 310 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 434 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 255 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 77 |
| Total | 728 |
MPESB Jail Prahari Vacancy 2026
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB / MP Vyapam) has announced a total of 757 vacancies for Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak) posts.
| Category | Vacancy |
| Unreserved (UR) | 253 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 151 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 204 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 28 |
| Total | 757 |
MPESB Kshetra Rakshak Vacancy 2026
A total of 169 vacancies for Jail Prahari / Jail Warden posts have been announced under MPESB Recruitment 2026.
| Category | Vacancy |
| Unreserved (UR) | 44 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 34 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 46 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 17 |
| Total | 169 |
MPESB Assistant Jail Superintendent Vacancy 2026
Under the MPESB Recruitment 2026, a total of 25 vacancies have been released for Assistant Jail Superintendent posts.
| Category | Vacancy |
| Unreserved (UR) | 08 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 02 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 05 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 08 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 02 |
| Total | 25 |
MP Forest Guard, Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must go through the detailed MPESB Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF to ensure their eligibility for Van Rakshak (Forest Guard), Kshetra Rakshak (Field Guard), Jail Prahari, and Sahayak Jail Adhikshak posts.
Educational Qualification
- Van Rakshak – Candidates must have passed 10th (High School) from Madhya Pradesh Secondary Education Board or from a recognized institution with a higher secondary or 10+2 degree.
- Field Guard / Kshetra Rakshak – Passed 10th (High School) from a recognized institution or 10+2 from a higher secondary school or from a recognized institution.
- Jail Prahari – Candidates must have completed at least high school under the 10+2 system or higher secondary under the old system.
- Sahayak Jail Adhikshak – Applicant must have passed Graduation from a recognized University
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years (General / Unreserved category)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| General (Unreserved) | 18 Years | 33 Years |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS (MP Domicile) | 18 Years | 38 Years (5 years relaxation) |
| Women (General/UR of MP) | 18 Years | 38 Years (5 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Serviceman / Home Guard | 18 Years | As per the rules (Relaxation applicable) |
MP Forest Guard Vacancy 2026 Apply Online Link
The online application process for the MP Forest Guard Vacancy 2026 has started at the official website https://esb.mp.gov.in/. Make sure to complete the MPESB Application Form 2026 before the last date arrives, i.e. 14th March 2026, to avoid last-minute technical glitches. Once the application link is inactivated, no application will be accepted under any circumstances.
MPESB Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The application Fee must be paid by candidates to complete the MPESB Application Form 2026. The fee once paid will not be refundable under any circumstances.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (Non-MP Domicile) | Rs. 500/- per paper |
| SC / ST / OBC (MP Domicile) | Rs. 250/- per paper |
| Additional Portal Charges | Rs. 20/- (Online) / Rs. 60/- (Kiosk) |
How to Apply Online for MP Forest Guard Vacancy 2026?
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for MP Forest Guard, Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 by following the steps below:
- Visit the official Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB / MP Vyapam) website, www.esb.mp.gov.in or www.esb.mponline.gov.in
- On the homepage, click on “Apply Online” under the Van Rakshak & Jail Prahari Combined Recruitment Test – 2026 link.
- Register using your Aadhaar-based authentication (Aadhaar is mandatory for MP government recruitments).
- Read the full Rule Book / Detailed Advertisement carefully before proceeding.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload required documents: recent passport-size photograph and digital signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes.
- Review all information carefully before clicking the Submit button.
- Download and print the application form and acknowledgement receipt for future reference.
MP Forest Guard Vacancy 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for MPESB Van Rakshak & Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages:
- Written Examination (Computer-Based Test / Offline)
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT) / Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
MPESB Recruitment Exam Pattern 2026
- MPESB Recruitment 2026 will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
- A total of 100 MCQ-based questions will be asked for a total of 100 marks.
- The duration of the exam will be 2 hours.
| Subjects Name | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| General Knowledge | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
| General Hindi | |||
| General English | |||
| General Mathematics | |||
| General Science |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
Based on past trends, candidates must secure the following minimum marks in the written examination to qualify:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (Outside MP) | 40% |
| SC (MP Domicile) | 33% |
| ST / OBC (MP Domicile) | 23% |
MPESB Physical Details
Qualified candidates in the written examination will be called to attend the physical examination.
| Post Name | Male Criteria | Female Criteria |
| Forest Guard / Field Guard | 25 km walk in 4 hours | 14 km walk in 4 hours |
| Jail Prahari | 800m run in 2 min 50 sec + Shot Put | 800m run in 4 min + Shot Put |
| Asst. Jail Superintendent | 800m run, Long Jump, Shot Put | 800m run, Long Jump, Shot Put |
MPESB Recruitment Salary 2026
Candidates selected for Forest Guard, Jail Prahari, Field Guard & Superintendent Posts will be offered the monthly salary along with various allowances and perks. Check post-wise salary details from the table below.
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
| Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) | Rs. 19,500/- to Rs. 62,000/- |
| Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak) | Rs. 19,500/- to Rs. 62,000/- |
| Jail Prahari | Rs. 19,500/- to Rs. 62,000/- |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | Rs. 36,200/- to Rs. 114800/- |
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