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MPESB Forest Guard & Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1679 Posts
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the notification for 1679 Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari, Assistant Jail Superintendent posts. Check MP Vyapam Van Rakshak Vacancy 2026 details, eligibility, age limit, and apply link on or before 14-03-2026.
MPESB Forest Guard and Jail Prahari Notification 2026 Overview
| Organization | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari, Assistant Jail Superintendent |
| Total Vacancy | 1679 |
| Who Can Apply | Indian Citizens |
| Location | |
| Qualification | |
| Salary | Rs. 19,500 - 1,14,800 PM |
| Last Date | 14-03-2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
Important Dates
- Start Date 28-02-2026
- Last Date 14-03-2026
- Exam Date Notify Soon
Application Fee
- Unreserved (UR) CandidatesRs. 500
- SC/ ST/ OBC/ EWS/ PWD (MP Domicile Only)Rs. 250
- Direct Recruitment Backlog PostsNil
- MPOnline Portal Fee (Kiosk User)Rs. 60
- Registered Citizen User FeeRs. 20
- Payment Mode Online
MP Vyapam Van Rakshak Vacancy 2026 Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total | Qualification | Age Limit | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Guard | 728 | 10th Class Passed | 18 - 33 Years | Rs. 19,500 - 62,000 PM |
| Field Guard | 169 | 10th Class Passed | 18 - 33 Years | Rs. 19,500 - 62,000 PM |
| Jail Prahari | 757 | 10th Class Passed | 18 - 33 Years | Rs. 19,500 - 62,000 PM |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | 25 | Bachelor’s Degree (Graduate) | 21 - 33 Years | Rs. 36,200 - 1,14,800 PM |
Forest Guard
728 PostsQualification
10th Class Passed
Age Limit
18 - 33 YearsSalary
Rs. 19,500 - 62,000 PMField Guard
169 PostsQualification
10th Class Passed
Age Limit
18 - 33 YearsSalary
Rs. 19,500 - 62,000 PMJail Prahari
757 PostsQualification
10th Class Passed
Age Limit
18 - 33 YearsSalary
Rs. 19,500 - 62,000 PMAssistant Jail Superintendent
25 PostsQualification
Bachelor’s Degree (Graduate)
Age Limit
21 - 33 YearsSalary
Rs. 36,200 - 1,14,800 PMPhysical Standards Test (PST) – Forest Guard & Field Guard:
| Category | Height | Chest (Unexpanded) | Chest Expansion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 163 cm (152 cm for ST/SC) | 79 cm | 5 cm |
| Female | 150 cm (145 cm for ST/SC) | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Walking (Forest Guard & Field Guard):
- Male Candidates: 25 KM in 4 Hours
- Female Candidates: 14 KM in 4 Hours
Physical Standards Test (PST) – Jail Prahari:
| Category | Height | Chest (Unexpanded) |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 165 cm | 83 cm |
| Female | 158 cm | Not Applicable |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Jail Prahari:
| Event | Male Candidates | Female Candidates | Ex-Servicemen & Home Guards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 800m Run | 2 Min 50 Sec | 4 Min 00 Sec | 3 Min 15 Sec |
| Shot Put | 20 ft (Weight 7.260 kg) | 16 ft (Weight 4.00 kg) | 15 ft (Weight 7.260 kg) |
Physical Standards Test (PST) – Assistant Jail Superintendent:
| Category | Height | Chest (Unexpanded) | Chest (Expanded) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 168 cm | 84 cm | 89 cm |
| Female | 155 cm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Assistant Jail Superintendent:
| Event | Male Candidates | Female Candidates | Ex-Servicemen |
|---|---|---|---|
| 800m Run | 2 Min 40 Sec | 3 Min 40 Sec | 3 Min 15 Sec |
| Long Jump | 13 ft | 10 ft | 10 ft |
| Shot Put | 19 ft (Weight 7.260 kg) | 15 ft (Weight 4.00 kg) | 15 ft (Weight 7.260 kg) |
MPESB Forest Guard and Jail Prahari Exam Pattern 2026
| Part | Subject | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Knowledge | 100 | 2 Hours |
| 2 | General Hindi | ||
| 3 | General English | ||
| 4 | General Mathematics | ||
| 5 | General Science |
Note: Negative marking of 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
MPESB Forest Guard and Jail Prahari Syllabus 2026
- General Knowledge
- General Hindi
- General English
- General Mathematics
- General Science
The standard of questions for Forest Guard, Field Guard, and Jail Prahari will be of 10th level. The standard for Assistant Jail Superintendent will be of Graduate level.
1
Candidates must visit the official website https://esb.mp.gov.in/.
2
On the homepage, navigate to the Recruitment / Career section.
3
Find the notification for Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari, Assistant Jail Superintendent and read it carefully.
4
Click on the "Apply Online" link and register yourself.
5
Fill in the required details like Personal Info, Education, etc.
6
Upload scanned copies of Photo, Signature, and other documents.
7
Pay the applicable fee via Online mode.
8
Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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