The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) is set to fill 1,679 vacancies, including Forest Guard (Van Rakshak), Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak), Jail Prahari (Jail Warden), and Assistant Jail Superintendent roles. Official exam dates for 2026 are now available at https://esb.mp.gov.in/. The written examination is scheduled to take place from 4th June to 19th June 2026. Review the complete exam timeline provided in this guide.
MPESB Recruitment 2026- Highlights
Lakhs of aspirants have applied for the 1,679 vacancies across Forest Guard, Jail Prahari, Field Guard, and Superintendent positions. Explore the key highlights of the MPESB Combined Recruitment Test 2026 in the summary 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 |
| MPESB Exam Date 2026 | 4th to 19th June 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Examination Physical Fitness Test (PFT) / Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Document Verification Medical Examination |
| Official Website | https://esb.mp.gov.in/ |
| Notification PDF | Download PDF |
MP Forest Guard & Jail Prahari Exam Date 2026 Out
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB / MP Vyapam) has updated the MPESB Exam Date 2026 for the Combined Recruitment Test. Official details are live at https://esb.mp.gov.in/. The exam will be conducted in two daily shifts between 4th and 19th June 2026. Additional instructions will be issued alongside the hall ticket release.
| Shift Timing | Reporting Time | Time to Read Important Instructions | Exam Timing |
| First | 8 am to 9 am | 9:50 am to 10 am (10 Minutes) | 10 am to 12 pm (2 Hours) |
| Second | 1 pm to 2 pm | 2:50 pm to 3 pm (10 Minutes) | 3 pm to 5 pm (2 hours) |
MP Forest Guard & Jail Prahari Vacancy 2026- Important Dates
The online registration phase for the MP Forest Guard and Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 has concluded via the official portal at https://esb.mp.gov.in/.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Rule Book / Notification Released | 27 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 27th February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30th April 2026 |
| Online Form Correction Dates | 30th April 2026 |
| MP Forest Guard Admit Card 2026 | 28th May 2026 |
| Exam Date | 4th to 19th June 2026 |
MPESB Vacancy 2026
The MPESB Recruitment 2026 drive covers 1,679 vacancies designated for Forest Guard (Van Rakshak), Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak), Jail Prahari (Jail Warden), and Assistant Jail Superintendent positions.
| 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 exclusively allocated for the Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak) designation within 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
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB / MP Vyapam) has confirmed a vacancy count of 757 for Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak) roles.
| 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
As part of the MPESB Recruitment 2026, 169 positions are reserved for the Jail Prahari (Jail Warden) department.
| 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
The MPESB Recruitment 2026 notification also includes 25 openings for the Assistant Jail Superintendent role.
| 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 Van Rakshak Vacancy 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates are advised to review the comprehensive MPESB Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF to verify their eligibility for the Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari, and Sahayak Jail Adhikshak roles.
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) |
MPESB Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
To successfully submit the MPESB Application Form 2026, candidates must pay the prescribed examination fee. Please note that all application fees are non-refundable.
| 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?
Eligible applicants can complete their recruitment process for the MP Forest Guard and Jail Prahari roles by following the specified online application guidelines.
- 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 procedure for the MPESB Van Rakshak and Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 includes several key stages outlined below.
- 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
Drawing from previous recruitment trends, applicants must meet the required minimum score threshold in the written exam to move to the next stage.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (Outside MP) | 40% |
| SC (MP Domicile) | 33% |
| ST / OBC (MP Domicile) | 23% |
MPESB Physical Details
Candidates who successfully clear the written examination will proceed to the physical assessment phase.
| 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
Selected candidates for the Forest Guard, Jail Prahari, Field Guard, and Superintendent posts will receive a competitive salary package along with standard government allowances. Refer to the table below for post-wise salary breakdowns.
| 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/- |
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are released under MP Forest Guard, Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,679 positions are available under the MPESB Recruitment 2026 for Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari, and Assistant Jail Superintendent roles.
Q2. What is selection process for MPESB Recruitment 2026?
The complete selection process for MPESB 2026 includes a Written Examination, Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), document verification, and a mandatory medical examination.
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