MP Forest Guard Vacancy 2026 - Jail Prahri & Van Vibhag Bharti Online Form @esb.mp.gov.in
Short Information: This MP Forest Guard Vacancy 2026 notification has been released by MP Employees Selection Board (MPESB) for Forest Guard, Field Guard and Jail Prahri posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from 28 February 2026. Through this MP Forest Guard Recruitment 2026, a total of 1,679 vacancies will be filled in the Forest Department and Jail Department. This Van Vibhag Bharti 2026 MP is a great opportunity for 10th pass and graduate candidates looking for a stable MP Govt Job 2026. Candidates can check eligibility, exam date and the direct MP Forest Guard Vacancy 2026 Apply Online link at www.govtexam.study.
MP Vacancy 2026 - MP Forest Guard, Jail Prahri & Van Vibhag Bharti Notification
🏛️ MPESB – Jail & Van Vibhag Bharti 2026 – Last Date ExtendedPosts: Forest Guard | Field Guard | Jail Prahri | Asst. Jail Superintendent MP Employees Selection Board, Bhopal | Official Website: esb.mp.gov.in |
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| 📢 LAST DATE EXTENDED TO 30 APRIL 2026 📢
As per MP Forest Department letter dated 10 March 2026, vacancy numbers have been revised and application dates extended. |
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| Notice: Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahri & Asst. Jail Superintendent Direct Recruitment Exam-2026 Issued by: MP Employees Selection Board, Bhopal | Date: 13 March 2026 |
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📅 Important Dates (Revised) |
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| Online Application Start Date | 28 February 2026 |
| Original Last Date | 14 March 2026 |
| Revised Last Date | 30 April 2026 ✅ Extended |
| Correction Window (Original) | 28 Feb – 19 March 2026 |
| Revised Correction Last Date | 30 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | Updated Soon Here |
| 📌 Note: Vacancy numbers have been revised as per Forest Department letter dated 10/03/2026. Candidates can now apply till 30 April 2026. | |
💰 Exam Fee |
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| General / EWS / OBC | ₹ 500/- per question paper |
| SC / ST / PH (MP Residents Only) | ₹ 250/- per question paper |
| Backlog Posts Candidates | No Fee |
| MP Online Kiosk Portal Charge | ₹ 60/- (via Kiosk) | ₹ 20/- (Registered Citizen Login) |
| Payment Mode: Credit Card / Debit Card / Internet Banking / MP Online Kiosk | |
👤 Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026) |
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| Forest Guard / Field Guard / Jail Prahri (Male – General) | 18 – 33 Years |
| Female / SC / ST / OBC / Govt. Employee / Home Guard | 18 – 38 Years (5 Year Relaxation) |
| Asst. Jail Superintendent (Male – General) | 21 – 33 Years |
| Asst. Jail Superintendent (Female / Reserved) | 21 – 38 Years (5 Year Relaxation) |
| Note: Age relaxation is available only for MP State domicile candidates. Out-of-state candidates can apply only under Unreserved/Open category with no relaxation. | |
📊 Total Vacancies |
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| Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) – Forest Dept. | 728 Posts |
| Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak) – MP SFDC | 169 Posts |
| Jail Prahri (Jail Guard) – Jail Dept. | 757 Posts |
| Asst. Jail Superintendent – Jail Dept. | 25 Posts |
| Grand Total | 1,679 Posts (Approx.) |
🎓 Post-wise Qualification |
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| Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) | 10th Pass (High School) from MP Board or any recognized board |
| Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak) | 10th Pass (High School) from MP Board or recognized institution |
| Jail Prahri (Jail Guard) | 10th Pass (High School) or Higher Secondary |
| Asst. Jail Superintendent | Graduation (Bachelor's Degree) from any recognized university |
💵 Salary Breakdown |
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| Forest Guard / Field Guard / Jail Prahri | Pay Scale: ₹ 19,500 – 62,000 (Level 4) |
| Asst. Jail Superintendent | Pay Scale: ₹ 36,200 – 1,14,800 (Level 9) |
📚 Exam Syllabus |
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| Forest Guard, Field Guard & Jail Prahri: Single paper | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | Duration: 2 Hours | Objective (MCQ) Type Topics: General Knowledge | General Hindi | General English | General Mathematics | General Science Standard: 10th (High School) Level |
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| Asst. Jail Superintendent: Single paper | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | Duration: 2 Hours | Objective (MCQ) Type Topics: General Knowledge | General Hindi | General English | General Mathematics | General Science Standard: Graduation Level |
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| 📌 Marking: +1 for correct answer | –0.25 for wrong answer (Negative Marking applies) | |
🏃 Physical Test (PET/PFT) – Key Requirements |
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| Forest Guard / Field Guard: Height: Male 163cm, Female 150cm | Walking Test: Male 25km/4hrs, Female 14km/4hrs Jail Prahri: Height: Male 165cm, Female 158cm | 800m Run: Male 2min 50sec, Female 4min Asst. Jail Superintendent: Height: Male 168cm, Female 155cm | 800m Run + Long Jump + Shot Put |
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| 📌 Physical test is qualifying only – no marks are added to final merit. No re-attempt allowed. | |
⚙️ Selection Process |
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| Stage 1 – Written Test (Online MCQ) – Conducted by MP ESB Stage 2 – Physical Measurement & Physical Fitness Test (PFT) – Conducted by respective departments Stage 3 – Document Verification & Medical Test Stage 4 – Training & Appointment – 3-year probation with stipend |
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🖥️ How to Apply (Extended Till 30 April) |
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| Step 1 | Visit official website: esb.mp.gov.in or nearest MP Online Kiosk |
| Step 2 | Register using Aadhaar number (Aadhaar registration is mandatory) |
| Step 3 | Fill online application form – select preferred posts and exam cities |
| Step 4 | Upload photo, signature, self-handwritten declaration, and documents |
| Step 5 | Pay exam fee online (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or Kiosk) |
| Step 6 | Take printout of application form for future reference |
| 📌 New Last Date: 30 April 2026 – Candidates can now apply till 30 April due to extension. | |
🔗 Important Links |
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| Apply Online (Extended Till 30 April) | Click Here |
| Download Official Notice (Date Extension) | Download PDF |
| Download Official Rulebook / Notification | Click Here |
| MP Online Kiosk Portal | MP Online Portal |
| Join Telegram for Updates | @govtexam_study |
| Free Document Tools | Resize Photo & PDF Tools |
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✅ MPESB Jail & Van Bharti 2026 – Last Date Extended to 30 April 2026 ✅ Apply Online at esb.mp.gov.in | Exam from 07 April 2026 | Total Vacancy: 1,679 Posts 🇮🇳 GOVT EXAM STUDY – Your Trusted Partner for MP Government Job Updates 🇮🇳 Visit www.govtexam.study for direct application links and latest updates 📱 Join Telegram: @govtexam_study |
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