The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Van Rakshak (Forest Guard) and Jail Prahari posts. A total of 1679 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive.
The online application process started on 28 February 2026, and interested candidates can submit their applications until 14 March 2026 through the official website.
As per the recruitment rules, the minimum age limit is 18 years, while the maximum age limit is 33 years as on 01 January 2026. Candidates are advised to check the complete details, including eligibility criteria, selection process, and other important information, before applying for MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026.
| Commission | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) |
| Post | Van Rakshak (Forest Guard) and Jail Prahari |
| Vacancy | 1679 |
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MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari Recruitment : Vacancy Details
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Toggle| Post Name | Number of Posts |
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| Vanrakshak (Forest Guard) | 728 |
| Kshetra Rakshak (Field Guard) | 169 |
| Jail Prahari | 757 |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | 25 |
| Total | 1679 |
Vanrakshak (Forest Guard) Recruitment 2026 (Total Posts: 728):
| Category | Open | Ex-Servicemen | Home Guard | Nagar Sainik | Total |
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| UR | 185 | 24 | 90 | 11 | 310 |
| SC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ST | 84 | 12 | 42 | 5 | 143 |
| OBC | 117 | 18 | 57 | 6 | 198 |
| EWS | 48 | 4 | 23 | 2 | 77 |
| Total | 434 | 58 | 212 | 24 | 728 |
Kshetra Rakshak (Field Guard)- (Total: 169 Posts):
| Category | Open | Ex-Servicemen | Home Guard | Nagar Sainik | Total |
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| UR (Unreserved) | 14 | 2 | 6 | 22 | 44 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 7 | 2 | 5 | 14 | 28 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 10 | 2 | 5 | 17 | 34 |
| OBC (Other Backward Class) | 13 | 3 | 7 | 23 | 46 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 4 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 17 |
| Total | 48 | 10 | 26 | 85 | 169 |
Jail Prahari- (Total: 757 Posts):
| Category | General | Women | Ex-Servicemen | Home Guard | Total |
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| UR | 253 | 99 | 53 | 49 | 253 |
| EWS | 28 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 28 |
| SC | 121 | 47 | 26 | 23 | 121 |
| ST | 151 | 59 | 32 | 29 | 151 |
| OBC | 204 | 80 | 43 | 40 | 204 |
| Total | 757 | 296 | 160 | 146 | 757 |
Assistant Jail Superintendent- (Total: 25 Posts):
| Category | General | Women | Ex-Servicemen | Total |
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| UR (Unreserved) | 8 | 5 | 0 | 8 |
| EWS | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| SC | 5 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
| ST | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| OBC | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 25 | 10 | 0 | 25 |
MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari Recruitment : Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
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| Van Rakshak (Forest Guard) | Candidate must have passed 10th (High School) from a recognized board such as Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education or any recognized institution. Candidates with 10+2 (Higher Secondary) are also eligible. |
| Field Guard / Kshetra Rakshak | Candidate must have passed 10th (High School) or 10+2 (Higher Secondary) from any recognized school or board. |
| Jail Prahari | Candidate must have passed at least 10th (High School) under the 10+2 system or equivalent qualification under the old system. |
| Sahayak Jail Adhikshak | Candidate must have completed Graduation (bachelor’s degree) from any recognized University. |
MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari Recruitment : Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject Name | Marks |
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| Part-1 | General Knowledge | 100 Marks |
| Part-2 | General Hindi | Included in total 100 marks |
| Part-3 | General English | Included in total 100 marks |
| Part-4 | General Mathematics | Included in total 100 marks |
| Part-5 | General Science | Included in total 100 marks |
| Total | All Subjects Combined | 100 Marks |
MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari Recruitment : Application Process
Visit the official website of the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB).
On the homepage, click on the link for “Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026.”
Complete the registration process by entering basic details such as name, mobile number, and email ID.
After registration, log in using the registration number and password.
Fill in the online application form with personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information.
Upload scanned copies of required documents such as photograph, signature, and identification proof in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee through the available online payment options (debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI).
Review all the entered information carefully and submit the application form.
Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
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