MPESB Recruitment 2026 – 1679 Forest Guard, Jail Prahari & Assistant Jail Superintendent Vacancies | Online Form
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the official MPESB Recruitment 2026 notification for 1679 vacancies including Forest Guard (Van Rakshak), Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak), Jail Prahari (Jail Warden), and Assistant Jail Superintendent (Sahayak Jail Adhikshak) posts. Online applications can be submitted from 27 February 2026 to 14 March 2026 through esb.mp.gov.in.
Candidates must review the official MPESB Recruitment 2026 notification for detailed eligibility, age limit, educational qualification, selection process, physical standards, salary, and application guidelines before applying.
MPESB Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB / MP Vyapam) |
| Department | Forest Department & Jail Department |
| Total Vacancies | 1679 |
| Post Names | Van Rakshak (Forest Guard), Kshetra Rakshak (Field Guard), Jail Prahari, Assistant Jail Superintendent |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 27 February 2026 to 14 March 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Examination, Physical Fitness Test (PFT) / Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, Medical Examination |
| Official Website | esb.mp.gov.in |
MPESB Vacancy Details 2026 (Category-wise & Department-wise)
| Post Name | Department | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
| Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) | Forest Department | 728 | 310 | 121 | 151 | 204 | 28 |
| Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak) | Forest Department | 169 | 44 | 28 | 34 | 46 | 17 |
| Jail Prahari | Jail Department | 757 | 253 | 121 | 151 | 204 | 28 |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | Jail Department | 25 | 03 | 03 | 06 | 07 | 06 |
| Total | – | 1679 | 610 | 273 | 342 | 461 | 79 |
MPESB Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility & Age Limit
- Forest Guard (Van Rakshak): 10th pass from Madhya Pradesh Board or recognized institution; 10+2 preferred.
- Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak): 10th or 10+2 pass from recognized institution.
- Jail Prahari: 10+2 or equivalent higher secondary.
- Assistant Jail Superintendent: Graduation from recognized University.
- Age Limit: 18–33 years for General category; relaxations applicable as per MPESB rules for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Women/Ex-Servicemen.
MPESB Recruitment 2026 Selection Process & Exam Pattern
- Written Examination (Objective Type – MCQs, 100 Questions, 100 Marks, 2 Hours)
MPESB Recruitment 2026 will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs). A total of 100 questions will be asked for 100 marks. The duration of the exam will be 2 hours.
| Subjects | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| General Science | 25 | 25 | 2 hours |
| General Hindi | 25 | 25 | |
| General English | 25 | 25 | |
| General Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| Post | Male Criteria | Female Criteria |
| Forest Guard / Field Guard | 25 km walk in 4 hours | 14 km walk in 4 hours |
| Jail Prahari | 800 m run in 2 min 50 sec + Shot Put | 800 m run in 4 min + Shot Put |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | 800 m run, Long Jump, Shot Put | 800 m run, Long Jump, Shot Put |
Minimum qualifying marks in written exam:
- General / OBC (Outside MP) – 40%
- SC (MP Domicile) – 33%
- ST / OBC (MP Domicile) – 23%
MPESB Recruitment Exam 2026- Applicaton Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC (Outside MP) | Rs. 500 per paper |
| SC / ST / OBC (MP Domicile) | Rs. 250 per paper |
| Online / Kiosk Charges | Rs. 20 / Rs. 60 |
MPESB Recruitment 2026 – Salary Details
| Post | Pay Scale |
| Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) | Rs. 19,500 – 62,000 |
| Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak) | Rs. 19,500 – 62,000 |
| Jail Prahari | Rs. 19,500 – 62,000 |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | Rs. 36,200 – 1,14,800 |
How to Apply for MPESB Recruitment 2026
- Visit MPESB Official Website.
- Click on “Apply Online” for Van Rakshak & Jail Prahari Combined Recruitment Test – 2026.
- Register using Aadhaar-based authentication.
- Read the Rule Book / Notification carefully before filling the form.
- Fill the application form with accurate personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload required documents – photograph and signature.
- Pay application fee online.
- Submit the form and download acknowledgment for future reference.
MPESB Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification / Rule Book Release | 27 February 2026 |
| Start of Online Application | 27 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 March 2026 |
| Application Correction Dates | 28 February to 19 March 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 7 April 2026 |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
MPESB Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
| Link Name | Action |
| MPESB Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| MPESB Online Application | Apply Here |
| MPESB Official Website | Visit Here |
| Latest Govt Jobs 2026 | Click Here |
MPESB Recruitment 2026 – Top FAQs
Q1. What is MPESB Recruitment 2026?
Ans: MPESB Recruitment 2026 is a combined recruitment drive by Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board for 1679 posts including Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari, and Assistant Jail Superintendent.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in MPESB Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 1679 vacancies have been announced for Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari, and Assistant Jail Superintendent posts.
Q3. What is the exam pattern for MPESB Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The written exam consists of 100 MCQs for 100 marks covering General Science, General Hindi, General English, and General Mathematics. Duration is 2 hours.
Q4. What is the physical test criteria for MPESB posts?
Ans: Physical criteria differ by post. For example, Forest Guard males walk 25 km in 4 hours; females walk 14 km in 4 hours. Jail Prahari and Assistant Jail Superintendent have additional 800m run, Shot Put, and Long Jump requirements.
Q5. What is the application fee for MPESB Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Rs. 500 per paper for General/OBC (Outside MP), Rs. 250 per paper for SC/ST/OBC (MP Domicile), and additional online/kiosk charges of Rs. 20/60.
Q6. What are the important dates for MPESB Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Online applications start on 27 February 2026 and close on 14 March 2026. Written exam is scheduled for 7 April 2026.