The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has announced a large recruitment drive for Forest Guard (Van Rakshak), Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak), Jail Prahari, and Assistant Jail Superintendent posts. A total of 1679 vacancies are available under this notification.

Important Dates

Event Date
Application Start Date 28 February 2026
Last Date to Apply 14 March 2026
Correction Window 19 March 2026
Exam Date From 07 April 2026
Admit Card Before Exam

Application Fee

Category Fee
General / Other State ?560
SC / ST / OBC (MP Candidates) ?310
Portal Charges ?60 Extra

Vacancy Details

Post Name Vacancies
Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) 728
Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak) 169
Jail Prahari 757
Assistant Jail Superintendent 25
Total 1679

Educational Qualification

Age Limit 

Selection Process

  1. Written Examination
  2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
  3. Medical Examination
  4. Document Verification

Salary Details

Post Pay Scale
Forest Guard / Field Guard / Jail Prahari ?19,500 – ?62,000
Assistant Jail Superintendent ?36,200 – ?1,14,800

How to Apply Online

  1. Visit the official MPESB website.
  2. Select the recruitment link.
  3. Complete registration process.
  4. Fill in application details carefully.
  5. Upload required documents.
  6. Pay application fee.
  7. Submit and print application form.

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. How many posts are available?
Ans: total of 1679 vacancies are available.

2. What educational qualifications are needed?
Ans: Applicants should have passed Class 10 to apply for Forest Guard, Field Guard, and Jail Prahari positions. A bachelor’s degree from a recognized university is required for the Assistant Jail Superintendent post.

3. What salary can selected candidates expect?
Ans: Pay varies by post. Forest Guard, Field Guard, and Jail Prahari roles fall within the Rs.19,500–Rs.62,000 pay scale, while the Assistant Jail Superintendent position offers a higher pay range that can extend up to Rs.1,14,800.

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MPESB Van Rakshak & Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1679 Posts

Post Date: 28-February-2026

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has announced a large recruitment drive for Forest Guard (Van Rakshak), Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak), Jail Prahari, and Assistant Jail Superintendent posts. A total of 1679 vacancies are available under this notification.

Important Dates

Event Date
Application Start Date 28 February 2026
Last Date to Apply 14 March 2026
Correction Window 19 March 2026
Exam Date From 07 April 2026
Admit Card Before Exam

Application Fee

Category Fee
General / Other State ?560
SC / ST / OBC (MP Candidates) ?310
Portal Charges ?60 Extra

Vacancy Details

Post Name Vacancies
Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) 728
Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak) 169
Jail Prahari 757
Assistant Jail Superintendent 25
Total 1679

Educational Qualification

  • Forest Guard / Field Guard / Jail Prahari: 10th Pass from recognized board.
  • Assistant Jail Superintendent: Graduation degree from recognized university.

Age Limit 

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 33 Years
  • Reserved Category & Female Candidates: Up to 38 Years
  • Age relaxation as per MP Government rules.

Selection Process

  1. Written Examination
  2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
  3. Medical Examination
  4. Document Verification

Salary Details

Post Pay Scale
Forest Guard / Field Guard / Jail Prahari ?19,500 – ?62,000
Assistant Jail Superintendent ?36,200 – ?1,14,800

How to Apply Online

  1. Visit the official MPESB website.
  2. Select the recruitment link.
  3. Complete registration process.
  4. Fill in application details carefully.
  5. Upload required documents.
  6. Pay application fee.
  7. Submit and print application form.

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. How many posts are available?
Ans: total of 1679 vacancies are available.

2. What educational qualifications are needed?
Ans: Applicants should have passed Class 10 to apply for Forest Guard, Field Guard, and Jail Prahari positions. A bachelor’s degree from a recognized university is required for the Assistant Jail Superintendent post.

3. What salary can selected candidates expect?
Ans: Pay varies by post. Forest Guard, Field Guard, and Jail Prahari roles fall within the Rs.19,500–Rs.62,000 pay scale, while the Assistant Jail Superintendent position offers a higher pay range that can extend up to Rs.1,14,800.