MPESB Van Rakshak, Jail Prahari Online Form 2026 for 1679 Post

MP Van Rakshak Jail Prahari Overview

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) is conducting a combined recruitment test for essential roles in the Forest and Jail Departments. This includes positions like Van Rakshak (Forest Guard), Kshetra Rakshak (Field Guard), Jail Prahari (Jail Warder), and Assistant Jail Superintendent, totaling 1679 vacancies. Eligible aspirants with a valid MP Employment Exchange registration can apply online between February 28 and March 14, 2026, with the exam starting from April 7, 2026. These posts focus on maintaining forest security, field protection, and jail operations, offering stable government employment in Madhya Pradesh. Candidates must meet physical standards and hold at least a 10th pass qualification, with graduates needed for higher roles.

MP Van Rakshak Jail Prahari Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 27 February 2026
• Online Application Starts: 28 February 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 14 March 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 14 March 2026
• Exam Date: 7 April 2026 Onwards
• Admit Card Release: To be announced soon
• Result Date: To be announced soon
• Candidates are advised to confirm from the official website.

MP Van Rakshak Jail Prahari APPLICATION FEE

• General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 500/-
• SC / ST / PH: Rs. 250/- (for MP domiciles only)
• All Female Candidates: Rs. 250/- (for MP domiciles; otherwise as per category)
• Correction Charges: Rs. 20/- per modification
• Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI

MP Van Rakshak Jail Prahari vacancies Details

• MPESB has announced a total of 1679 vacancies across various posts in the Forest and Jail Departments. Category-wise details in official notification.

MP Van Rakshak Jail Prahari Salary 2026

MP Van Rakshak Jail Prahari Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: For Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak, and Jail Prahari - High School (10th) pass or equivalent from a recognized board. For Assistant Jail Superintendent - Bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognized university. All candidates must have live registration with the MP Employment Exchange.
• Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026): Minimum 18 years for most posts (21 years for Assistant Jail Superintendent); maximum 33 years for unreserved candidates. Upper age limit extends to 38 years for SC/ST/OBC/EWS, women, government servants, ex-servicemen, and other reserved categories as per MP government rules.
• Mandatory Requirement: Indian citizenship (or Nepali with eligibility certificate); no more than two living children (with one born after January 26, 2001 disqualifying unless exceptions apply); no criminal conviction involving moral turpitude; medical fitness as per standards.
• Age Relaxation: Up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/MP domiciles, inter-caste marriage beneficiaries, and widows/divorcees; additional relaxations for ex-servicemen (service period deducted, max 3 years beyond limit), home guards with 3 years service, and physically challenged candidates. No relaxation for non-MP residents beyond unreserved category.
• Any other official conditions: Physical standards must be met - For Van Rakshak/Kshetra Rakshak: Height (Male 163 cm, Female 150 cm; relaxed for ST/SC); chest expansion 5 cm for males. For Jail Prahari: Height (Male 165 cm, Female 158 cm); chest 83 cm for males. No posts for disabled candidates due to physical demands. Domicile proof required for reservations; outsiders apply only under open category.

MP Van Rakshak Jail Prahari Selection Process 

• Stage 1: Written Examination (objective type, 100 marks, 2 hours; subjects include General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Math, Reasoning/Science at 10th/graduate level as applicable; qualifying marks 33% for general, 23% for reserved).
• Stage 2: Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) - Includes height/chest check, walking (25 km male/14 km female in 4 hours for forest posts), or 800m run and shot put/long jump for jail posts (specific timings/distances as per gender/ex-servicemen).
• Final: Document Verification and Medical Examination; merit list based on written scores, with tie-breakers on age; provisional appointment with 3-year probation and training.

How to apply for the MP Van Rakshak Jail Prahari

1. Visit the official MPESB website at esb.mp.gov.in.
2. Register or log in using your profile number and date of birth if already registered; new users complete one-time registration with Aadhaar details.
3. Fill out the application form with personal details, educational qualifications, category, and employment exchange registration number.
4. Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photo, signature, 10th/graduation marksheet, category certificate (if applicable), and domicile proof.
5. Review all entered information carefully for accuracy, as errors could lead to rejection; use the preview option before submission.
6. Pay the application fee online through the integrated payment gateway; save the transaction receipt.
7. Submit the form and download/print the confirmation page with application number for future reference like admit card download.