MP Forest Guard & Jail Prahari Vacancy 2026 Online Form
| MPESB Forest Guard & Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 | |
| Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB) | |
| Official Website : esb.mp.gov.in | |
| Exam Name | MPESB Vanrakshak, Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari & Assistant Jail Superintendent Recruitment Test 2026 |
| Departments |
Forest Department (Vanrakshak / Field Guard) Jail Department (Jail Prahari & Assistant Jail Superintendent) |
| Total Vacancies | 1679 Posts |
| Important Dates | |
| Online Application Start | 28 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 March 2026 |
| Application Form Correction Start | 28 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction | 19 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | From 07 April 2026 |
| Application Fee | |
| General / Unreserved | ₹500 Per Question Paper |
| SC / ST / OBC / Divyang (MP Domicile) | ₹250 Per Question Paper |
| Backlog Vacancies | No Fee |
| MP Online Kiosk Portal Fee | ₹60 |
| Registered Citizen Login Portal Fee | ₹20 |
| Vacancy Details | |
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Vanrakshak (Forest Guard) | 728 Posts |
| Jail Prahari | 757 Posts |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | 25 Posts |
| Kshetra Rakshak (field guard) | 169 Posts |
| Exam Schedule (Online Computer Based Test) | |
| First Shift Reporting Time | 08:00 AM – 09:00 AM |
| Reading Instructions Time | 09:50 AM – 10:00 AM |
| Exam Time | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (2 Hours) |
| Second Shift Reporting | 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM |
| Reading Instructions | 02:50 PM – 03:00 PM |
| Exam Time | 03:00 PM – 05:00 PM |
MPESB Vanrakshak and Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 Important Eligibility Information |
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| Criteria | Eligibility Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification |
Vanrakshak (Forest Guard): Candidate must have passed 10th (High School) from a recognized board. Kshetra Rakshak (Field Guard): Candidate must have passed 12th (Intermediate) from a recognized board. Jail Prahari: Candidate must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognized board. Assistant Jail Superintendent: Candidate must have a Graduate Degree from a recognized university. |
| Age Limit |
Minimum Age : 18 Years Maximum Age : 33 Years Age relaxation applicable for SC / ST / OBC / Government Employees / Women as per MP Government recruitment rules. |
| Nationality | Candidate must be an Indian Citizen. |
| Physical Eligibility | Candidates must qualify Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) after written examination. All details listed below. |
| Identity Requirement | Aadhaar Registration is mandatory for MPESB examinations. |
| Domicile | Reservation benefits are available only to Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates. |
| Age Limit |
Minimum : 18 Years Maximum : 33 Years for unreserved male, 38 years for unreserved female and male / female of SC BC etc. reserved category candidates Age relaxation as per MP Government rules. |
| Aadhaar card Requirement | Aadhaar Registration is Mandatory for appearing in MPESB exams. |
| Identity Proof Required |
Candidates must bring any original photo ID such as: Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Driving License. |
| Employment registration Required | Candidates must have living registration in MP employment office till last date. |
| Selection Process | |
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1. Written Examination (Online CBT) 2. Physical Measurement Test (PMT) 3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) 4. Document Verification 5. Final Merit List |
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| How to Apply for MPESB Vanrakshak & Jail Prahari Online Form 2026 | |
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1. Visit the official MPESB website esb.mp.gov.in Forest Guard & Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 page using apply link below. 3. Register using Aadhaar and personal details. 4. Fill complete online application form. 5. Upload photo, sign and documents and Pay application fee online. 7. Submit fill form and take a printout. |
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MPESB Vanrakshak & Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 – Vanrakshak Physical Eligibility Details
| Physical Standard | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 163 cm | 150 cm |
| Chest (Normal) | 79 cm | Not Applicable |
| Chest Expansion | 84 cm (Minimum 5 cm Expansion) | Not Applicable |
Jail Prahari Physical Eligibility Details
| Physical Standard | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 165 cm | 158 cm |
| Chest (Normal) | 83 cm | NA |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for Jail Prahari posts
| Test | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Running Test | 800 Meter Race in 2 Minutes 50 Seconds, for ESM / homeguard 3 minutes 15 seconds | 800 Meter Race in 4 Minutes |
| Nature of Test | Qualifying in Nature (Marks will not be added in Merit List) | |
| Important Note | Candidates who qualify Written Examination will be called for Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). | |