MPESB Forest Guard, Jail Prahari & Field Guard Recruitment 2026 – 1679 Posts
MPESB Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Advt. No. 01/2026
Short Details of Notification
WWW.sarkariresult.zone
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 28/02/2026
- Last Date of Apply Online: 14/03/2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 14/03/2026
- Correction Window Date: 28 Feb to 29 March 2026
- Admit Card Release Date: To be notified
- Exam Date Start: 07/04/2026
- Result Date: Will be updated
Application Fees
- General: ₹ 500 /- per paper
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD (MP Domicile): ₹ 250 /- per paper
- Portal Fee (MP Online): ₹ 60 /-
Pay the Examination Fee Through: UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking.
MPESB Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Apply Online: Age Limit Details As on 01/01/2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
- Age Relaxation: Age relaxation will be provided As per official MPESB Recruitment 01/2026 Recruitment Notification.
Eligibility Details: Total Vacancies: 1679
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) | 728 |
|
| Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak) | 169 |
|
| Jail Warden (Jail Prahari) | 757 |
|
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | 25 |
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Category Wise Vacancy: Forest Guard (Van Rakshak): 728
| Category Name | No. of Vacancy |
|---|---|
| General | 310 |
| SC | 0 |
| ST | 143 |
| OBC | 198 |
| EWS | 77 |
| Total | 728 |
Category Wise Vacancy: Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak): 169
| Category Name | No. of Vacancy |
|---|---|
| General | 44 |
| SC | 28 |
| ST | 34 |
| OBC | 46 |
| EWS | 17 |
| Total | 169 |
Category Wise Vacancy: Jail Warden (Jail Prahari): 757
| Category Name | No. of Vacancy |
|---|---|
| General | 253 |
| SC | 121 |
| ST | 151 |
| OBC | 204 |
| EWS | 28 |
| Total | 757 |
Category Wise Vacancy: Assistant Jail Superintendent: 25
| Category Name | No. of Vacancy |
|---|---|
| General | 8 |
| SC | 5 |
| ST | 8 |
| OBC | 2 |
| EWS | 2 |
| Total | 25 |
MPESB Physical Eligibility: Post Wise Physical Standards + PET
| Post Name | Gender | Height | Chest (Male Only) | PET Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Guard / Field Guard | Male | 163 cm (SC/ST: 152 cm) | 79 cm (Normal) 84 cm (Expanded) |
25 km walk in 4 hours |
| Female | 150 cm | N/A | 14 km walk in 4 hours | |
| Jail Prahari | Male | 165 cm | 83 cm (Minimum) 5 cm Expansion Required |
800m run in 2 min 50 sec + Shot Put |
| Female | 158 cm | N/A | 800m run in 4 minutes + Shot Put | |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | Male | 168 cm | 84 cm (Normal) Minimum 5 cm Expansion |
800m run + Long Jump + Shot Put |
| Female | 155 cm | N/A | 800m run + Long Jump + Shot Put |
Candidates must fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification.
Salary Structure
| Post Name | Pay Scale (Per Month) | Pay Level | Allowances |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Guard | ₹19,500 – ₹62,000 | Level 4 | DA, HRA, Medical Benefits, and other MP Government allowances |
| Field Guard | ₹19,500 – ₹62,000 | Level 4 | DA, HRA, Medical Benefits, and other MP Government allowances |
| Jail Prahari | ₹19,500 – ₹62,000 | Level 4 | DA, HRA, Medical Benefits, and other MP Government allowances |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | ₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800 | Level 9 | DA, HRA, Medical Benefits, and other MP Government allowances |
Exam Pattern: Written Exam (CBT)
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Type of Exam | Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Number of Questions | 100 Questions |
| Total Marks | 100 Marks |
| Duration | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Medium | Hindi and English |
| Question Type | Objective Type (MCQ) |
| Negative Marking | Yes, 0.25 Marks Deducted for Each Wrong Answer |
MPESB Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
- Written Examination (Computer Based Test)
- Physical Standard Test (PST) – Applicable for Forest Guard, Field Guard & Jail Warden
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Post-wise Physical Test
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
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How to Apply: MPESB Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official MPESB website.
- Click on the link for the Forest Guard / Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026.
- Complete the registration process using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Upload required documents, photograph, and signature as per the prescribed format.
- Review all details entered in the application form to avoid mistakes.
- Proceed to pay the application fee through the available online payment modes.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
- Tip: Fill the form well before the last date to avoid server issues and last-minute errors.
Candidates are advised to read the official MPESB Recruitment 2026 Recruitment notification carefully before applying. All details provided here are for informational purposes only.
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MPESB Forest Guard & Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the total vacancy in MPESB Forest Guard Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1679 vacancies have been announced including Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari and Assistant Jail Superintendent posts.
Q2. What is the selection process for MPESB Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes a written examination, Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), document verification and final merit list.
Q3. What is the age limit for MPESB Forest Guard 2026?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 33 years as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
Q4. What is the salary of Forest Guard in MPESB 2026??
The pay scale for Forest Guard is Rs. 19,500 to Rs. 62,000 under Level 4 pay matrix along with admissible allowances.
Q5. When will the MPESB Forest Guard exam be conducted?
The written examination is scheduled to start from 07 April 2026 as per the official notification.
