Important Notice: Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB) has released a combined recruitment notification for 1,679 posts – Van Rakshak (Forest Guard), Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari (Jail Guard), and Jail Superintendent. Applications were accepted from 28 February to 30 April 2026. The written exam is scheduled for 04 June 2026. Admit card will be released before the exam at esb.mp.gov.in.
Overview
| Organization | Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB) |
| Post Names | Van Rakshak | Kshetra Rakshak | Jail Prahari | Jail Superintendent |
| Total Vacancies | 1,679 |
| Exam Date | 04 June 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam – esb.mp.gov.in |
| Official Website | https://esb.mp.gov.in/ |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start Date | 28 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 April 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Written Exam Date | 04 June 2026 |
| Result Date | To be notified |
Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
| Post Name | Department | Vacancies |
|---|
| Van Rakshak (Forest Guard) | Van Vibhag (Forest Dept.) | 728 |
| Kshetra Rakshak | Van Vibhag (Forest Dept.) | 169 |
| Jail Prahari (Jail Guard) | Jail Vibhag (Prison Dept.) | 757 |
| Jail Superintendent | Jail Vibhag (Prison Dept.) | 25 |
| Total | | 1,679 |
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
| Post | Min Age | Max Age |
|---|
| Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari | 18 | 33 |
| Jail Superintendent | 21 | 33 |
| OBC / SC / ST (MP Domicile) | 18 | 38 (+5 Years) |
Educational Qualification
- Van Rakshak & Kshetra Rakshak: Class 10 (Matric) pass from recognized board
- Jail Prahari: Class 10 (Matric) pass from recognized board
- Jail Superintendent: Bachelor's Degree from recognized university
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| General / Other State | ₹560 + ₹60 portal charges |
| OBC / SC / ST (MP Domicile) | ₹310 + ₹60 portal charges |
Physical Standards
| Post | Male Height | Female Height | Chest (Male) |
|---|
| Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari | 163 cm (UR); 160 cm (ST) | 150 cm (UR); 148 cm (ST) | 81–86 cm (UR); 79–84 cm (ST) |
| Kshetra Rakshak | 163 cm | 150 cm | 81–86 cm |
Selection Process
- Written Examination: CBT on 04 June 2026 – GK, Reasoning, Hindi, Maths
- Physical Efficiency Test: Running, height, chest measurement
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
How to Apply / Download Admit Card
- Visit: https://esb.mp.gov.in/
- Click on Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari 2026 link
- Applications were open 28 Feb – 30 Apr 2026 (closed)
- Admit card download link will be available before 04 June 2026
- Carry admit card + valid photo ID to exam centre
Pro Tip: This combined MPESB recruitment is exceptional — 1,679 posts across Forest and Jail departments. Van Rakshak (728) and Jail Prahari (757) are the biggest opportunities. Only Class 10 is required for both — making this accessible to a large candidate pool. The exam on 04 June 2026 is very soon. Download your admit card from esb.mp.gov.in now. Prepare Hindi, GK (especially MP GK), basic Maths, and Reasoning for the written test. Physical fitness is crucial — practice 1.6km running regularly.
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