The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the official notification for Van Rakshak (Forest Guard), Kshetra Rakshak (Field Guard), Jail Prahari, and Assistant Jail Superintendent Recruitment 2026. A total of 1679 vacancies are available across the Forest Department and Jail Department. Candidates who have passed 10th class or graduation (post-wise) can apply online before the deadline. Don’t miss this opportunity to secure a Madhya Pradesh Government Job.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 28 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 28 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Exam Fee | 14 March 2026 |
| Correction Window Last Date | 19 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | From 07 April 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
Application Fee
- General / Other State: ₹500
- SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PH: ₹250
- Correction Charge: ₹20
- Payment Method: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / IMPS / Mobile Wallet or other online modes.
Post Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Age Limit | Minimum Education Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Rakshak (Forest Guard) | 728 | 18–33 Years | 10th Pass from recognized board |
| Kshetra Rakshak (Field Guard) | 169 | 18–33 Years | 10th Pass |
| Jail Prahari | 757 | 18–33 Years | 10th Pass |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | 25 | 21–33 Years | Bachelor’s Degree (Any Stream) |
Age Limit As On: 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per MP government rules.
Category Wise Vacancy (Example – Forest Guard)
| Category | Total Seats |
|---|---|
| UR | 310 |
| EWS | 77 |
| OBC | 198 |
| SC | — |
| ST | 143 |
| Total | 728 |
(Category distribution varies for each post; candidates should check the official notification for complete details.)
Syllabus & Exam Pattern (Brief)
The MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari Exam usually includes:
Subjects:
- General Knowledge
- General Hindi
- General English
- Mathematics
- Science
Exam Pattern:
- Type: Objective (MCQ)
- Total Marks: 100–200 (expected depending on post)
- Duration: 2 Hours
After the written exam, candidates may go through:
Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click HereLink Activate Soon |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| MPESB Official Website | Click Here |