Last Date Extended — Apply Now
MP Van Rakshak & Jail Prahari
Recruitment 2026 – 1,679 Posts (MPESB)
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal has released a combined recruitment notification for 1,679 government posts across the Forest Department (Van Vibhag) and Jail Department (Jail Vibhag) of Madhya Pradesh — Van Rakshak (728), Kshetra Rakshak (169), Jail Prahari (757), and Sahayak Jail Adhikshak (25). The last date has been extended to 30 April 2026. Exam begins from 07 April 2026. No negative marking. 10th pass eligible for most posts.
🏛️ MPESB, Bhopal
📋 1,679 Posts Total
🌲 Forest + Jail Department
📅 Exam from 07 Apr 2026
⚠️ Last Date Extended: 30 Apr 2026
🎓 10th Pass Eligible
1,679
Total Posts
897
Forest Dept Posts
782
Jail Dept Posts
₹500
UR Exam Fee
30 Apr
Last Date (Ext.)
07 Apr
Exam Starts
18–33
Age (General)
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Important Dates & Schedule
Online Application Opens28 February 2026
Last Date to Submit Online Application (Extended)30 April 2026
Application Correction / Amendment Window28 February 2026 to 30 April 2026
Written Exam Begins (CBT / Offline)07 April 2026 (1st Shift: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Written Exam 2nd Shift (Same Day)07 April 2026 (2nd Shift: 03:00 PM – 05:00 PM)
Admit Card DownloadBefore exam date (from esb.mp.gov.in)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) / Physical Measurement Test (PMT)After Written Exam (by concerned Department)
Application Portalesb.mponline.gov.in (via esb.mp.gov.in)
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Post Overview — 4 Posts Across 2 Departments
Van Vibhag (Forest Department)
Van Rakshak
वन रक्षक (Forest Guard)
728
MPFDC (MP State Forest Dev. Corp.)
Kshetra Rakshak
क्षेत्र रक्षक (Field Guard)
169
Jail Vibhag (Jail Department)
Jail Prahari
जेल प्रहरी (Jail Warden)
757
Jail Vibhag (Jail Department)
Sahayak Jail Adhikshak
सहायक जेल अधीक्षक (Asst. Jail Supdt.)
25
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Vacancy Breakdown — Category & Sub-category Wise
🌲 Van Rakshak (Forest Department) — 728 Posts
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| Category | Direct | Ex-SM | Home Guard / NCC | Contractual | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 185 | 24 | 90 | 11 | 310 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 84 | 12 | 42 | 05 | 143 |
| OBC (Other Backward Class) | 117 | 18 | 57 | 06 | 198 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 48 | 04 | 23 | 02 | 77 |
| Grand Total | 434 | 58 | 212 | 24 | 728 |
🌿 Kshetra Rakshak (MPFDC) — 169 Posts
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| Category | Direct | Ex-SM | Home Guard / NCC | Contractual | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 14 | 02 | 06 | 22 | 44 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 07 | 02 | 05 | 14 | 28 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 10 | 02 | 05 | 17 | 34 |
| OBC (Other Backward Class) | 13 | 03 | 07 | 23 | 46 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 04 | 01 | 03 | 09 | 17 |
| Grand Total | 48 | 10 | 26 | 85 | 169 |
⚖️ Jail Prahari (Jail Department) — 757 Posts | 🏛️ Sahayak Jail Adhikshak — 25 Posts
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| Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jail Prahari | ~360 | ~110 | ~120 | ~110 | ~57 | 757 |
| Sahayak Jail Adhikshak | ~12 | ~04 | ~04 | ~04 | ~01 | 25 |
Notes on Reservation: (1) PwD (Persons with Disability) are NOT eligible for Van Rakshak and Kshetra Rakshak posts — these are field posts, exempted by MP Govt. notification. (2) Horizontal reservation applies for Ex-SM (10%), Home Guard (30%), and Contractual employees (50% of vacancies, within same category). (3) 1% of vacancies in Van/Kshetra Rakshak are reserved for Outstanding State/National Sportspersons in Swimming, Table Tennis, Lawn Tennis, Badminton, Athletics (Running, High Jump, Long Jump, Shot Put, Javelin, Discus). (4) Women are eligible on merit — no separate reservation but special age relaxation applies. Exact Jail Prahari/Sahayak Jail Adhikshak category figures are indicative — refer official notification for exact numbers.
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Eligibility Criteria — Post-wise
Educational Qualification — All 4 Posts
- Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak & Jail Prahari: Passed Class 10 (High School/Matriculation) from MP Secondary Education Board or any recognised institution — either through the old Higher Secondary pattern (with 10+2 certificate mentioning Class 10 pass) or directly through Class 10 certificate.
- Sahayak Jail Adhikshak: Graduate Degree from a recognised university in any discipline. This is the minimum qualification for the Group-B/Class-2 post.
- For all posts, the qualification must be held at the time of application — awaiting results candidates are NOT eligible.
Age Limit (calculated as on 01 January 2026)
Van Rakshak / Kshetra Rakshak / Jail Prahari:
Contractual employees: Age relaxation of years equal to contractual service rendered (on the equivalent post), subject to maximum 55 years overall.
- Minimum: 18 years | Maximum (UR/Open): 33 years
- Women (all categories) + SC/ST/OBC + Govt. servants + Corp./Board employees + Home Guard/NCC: Maximum 38 years (+5 years relaxation)
- Minimum: 21 years | Maximum (UR/Open): 33 years
- Women + Reserved categories + Govt. servants: Maximum 38 years (+5 years)
Contractual employees: Age relaxation of years equal to contractual service rendered (on the equivalent post), subject to maximum 55 years overall.
Domicile & Employment Exchange Registration
- Candidates must be permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh for the purpose of reservation benefits. Non-MP domicile candidates can apply only under the Unreserved (UR/Open) category — no reservation or age relaxation applies to them.
- Live registration in any Employment Exchange of Madhya Pradesh is mandatory for all candidates as on the date of application. Without this, the candidature is invalid.
- MP domicile certificate must be issued by a Tehsildar/Naib Tehsildar or above — certificates below this authority level are not accepted.
Disqualification Criteria
The following candidates are NOT eligible for appointment:
- Convicted for any offence or against whom criminal charges are pending (especially crimes against women).
- Male candidates with more than one living wife; female candidates who have married a person with a living spouse.
- Candidates with more than two children, where at least one child was born on or after 26 January 2001 (exception: multiple births in one delivery).
- Candidates who fail police verification for government service.
💡 Special Primitive Tribes (Baiga, Sahariya, Bhariya) — Special Provision: Candidates from special Primitive Tribal Communities (PTG) of Baiga, Sahariya/Sahariya (districts: Sheopur, Morena, Datia, Gwalior, Bhind, Shivpuri, Guna, Ashoknagar), Baiga (districts: Mandla, Dindori, Shahdol, Umaria, Balaghat, Anuppur), and Bhariya (districts: Chhindwara, Seoni) who meet the minimum educational qualification for Van Rakshak/Kshetra Rakshak can be appointed without examination by directly submitting a Hard Copy application (Appendix-2 format) to the concerned Nodal Forest Division Officer by the application closing date. This special provision does NOT apply to Jail Department posts.
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Application Fee (Per Exam Paper)
General / Unreserved (UR) — Per Paper
₹500
Direct Recruitment posts · Paid per exam paper
MPOnline kiosk fee ₹60 extra | Self-login ₹20 extra
MPOnline kiosk fee ₹60 extra | Self-login ₹20 extra
SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD (MP Domicile) — Per Paper
₹250
Applicable only for MP original residents
MPOnline kiosk fee ₹60 extra | Self-login ₹20 extra
MPOnline kiosk fee ₹60 extra | Self-login ₹20 extra
💡 Important Fee Notes: (1) Fee is per paper (exam) — if a candidate applies for multiple posts that have separate exams, fee is paid separately for each. (2) Backlog (BL) posts: No application fee. (3) MPOnline Portal Charges: If applying through MPOnline Kiosk — extra ₹60 per paper. If applying through registered user self-login — extra ₹20 per paper. (4) Fee once paid is non-refundable. (5) Age relaxation and fee concession for reserved categories are available only to MP domicile candidates.
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Written Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Exam Pattern — All Posts (Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari, Sahayak Jail Adhikshak)
- Type: Computer-Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR-based Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Total Questions: 100 MCQ
- Total Marks: 100 marks (1 mark per question)
- Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
- Negative Marking: None — no marks deducted for wrong answers
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 33% for UR/EWS | 23% for SC/ST/OBC (EWS gets 10% relaxation in cut-off but selected on EWS merit list)
- Language: Hindi and English (bilingual question papers)
- Reporting Time Shift 1: 8:00 AM–9:00 AM | Exam: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Reporting Time Shift 2: 1:00 PM–2:00 PM | Exam: 3:00 PM–5:00 PM
📚 Subject-wise Syllabus for Van Rakshak / Kshetra Rakshak (100 Marks)
General Knowledge (Samanya Gyan)
40 Marks
MP General Knowledge (History, Geography, Economy, Culture, Districts, Wildlife), National/International GK, Indian Constitution, Science & Technology, Current Affairs, Famous Personalities, National Parks & Wildlife Sanctuaries, Environment & Ecology, Forest Resources, MP Van Vibhag
General Hindi (Samanya Hindi)
30 Marks
Sandhi (Consonant Conjunction), Samaas (Compound Words), Muhavare (Idioms), Kahavatein (Proverbs), Vilom Shabd (Antonyms), Paryayvachi Shabd (Synonyms), Grammar (Noun, Pronoun, Verb, Adjective, Tense), Filling in the blanks, Error Detection
General Mathematics & Reasoning
30 Marks
Class 10 level Maths — Number System, Percentage, Average, Ratio & Proportion, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Time & Distance. Reasoning — Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Directions, Analogy, Syllogism, Pattern Completion
📚 Subject-wise Syllabus for Jail Prahari / Sahayak Jail Adhikshak
General Knowledge (GK)
40 Marks
MP GK (History, Geography, Economy, Polity, Culture, Districts), National GK (Indian Constitution, Science, Defense, National Parks), International Affairs, Current Events, Sports & Awards, Indian Penal Code basics, Jail Department functioning, Famous Jails of India
General Hindi
30 Marks
Same as Van Rakshak syllabus — Sandhi, Samaas, Muhavare, Kahavat, Vilom, Paryayvachi, Grammar (basic), Error Detection, Blank filling, Comprehension (for Sahayak Jail Adhikshak: higher level)
General Intelligence / Reasoning
30 Marks
Logical Reasoning, Mathematical Aptitude, Pattern Recognition, Series, Analogies, Directions & Distances, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Calendar & Clock, Arrangement & Sequencing (Sahayak Jail Adhikshak: Law & Order questions also included)
✅ No Negative Marking in any paper. Attempt all 100 questions. Since selection to PET is top 5× vacancies in each category per district (for Van Rakshak), every extra mark matters. For Jail Prahari and Sahayak Jail Adhikshak, the merit list is state-level.
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Selection Process — Stage by Stage
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Stage 1 — Written Examination (100 Marks, 2 Hours)
MPESB conducts a 100-mark, 2-hour MCQ written exam. No negative marking. Minimum qualifying marks: 33% for UR/EWS; 23% for SC/ST/OBC. EWS candidates get 10% relaxation in qualifying cut-off but are selected from the EWS merit list. The exam is OMR/CBT-based, bilingual (Hindi + English). Question papers include General Knowledge, General Hindi, and Mathematics/Reasoning.
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Stage 2 — Category-wise Merit Shortlisting for Physical Test
After written exam results, candidates are ranked category-wise. For Van Rakshak: Merit lists are prepared district-wise and category-wise. The top 5× the number of vacancies (per district, per category) are shortlisted for the physical test. Merely qualifying the minimum marks does not guarantee a call for physical test. For Jail Prahari and Sahayak Jail Adhikshak: State-level merit ranking; top candidates called as per vacancy.
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Stage 3 — Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
Conducted by the respective department (Forest Department for Van/Kshetra Rakshak; Jail Department for Jail Prahari/Sahayak). PMT checks height and chest measurements against prescribed standards. Candidates failing PMT are eliminated. This is qualifying in nature — no marks awarded.
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Stage 4 — Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Van/Kshetra Rakshak: Long-distance walking test — Men: 25 km in 4 hours; Women: 14 km in 4 hours. Jail Prahari: 800m race + Shot Put (as per prescribed standards). Sahayak Jail Adhikshak: 800m race + Long Jump + Shot Put. PET is qualifying only — no marks. Candidates who pass PET proceed to document verification.
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Stage 5 — Document Verification & Medical Fitness
Documents are verified at the time of physical test (PMT/PET). All original certificates must be produced. Medical fitness certificate from the competent authority must be submitted before appointment. Passing the written exam and physical tests does not guarantee appointment — final selection depends on document verification, medical fitness, and police verification.
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Stage 6 — Final Merit List & Appointment
MPESB prepares the final merit list based on written exam marks (only). Physical tests are qualifying — they don't add marks. In case of equal percentile in written exam, marks in the written exam are considered; if still equal, age determines seniority (older candidate ranks higher). District-wise appointment orders for Van Rakshak; state-level for other posts. Three-year probation applies to all selected candidates.
✅ Written Test (100 marks, No negative marking)
✅ Physical Measurement Test
✅ Physical Efficiency Test (qualifying)
✅ Document Verification
✅ Final merit = Written marks only
✅ 3-year probation period
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Physical Standards — Post-wise & Gender-wise
Van Rakshak — Men (General/OBC/EWS)
Height: Minimum 163 cm
Chest (Normal): Minimum 79 cm
Chest Expansion: Minimum 5 cm
Walking Test: 25 km in 4 hours
Note: In MP's arsenic-affected areas, chest relaxation: 74 cm (normal), 79 cm (expanded)
Chest (Normal): Minimum 79 cm
Chest Expansion: Minimum 5 cm
Walking Test: 25 km in 4 hours
Note: In MP's arsenic-affected areas, chest relaxation: 74 cm (normal), 79 cm (expanded)
Van Rakshak — Men (SC/ST)
Height: Minimum 152 cm (relaxed)
Chest (Normal): Minimum 79 cm
Chest Expansion: Minimum 5 cm
Walking Test: 25 km in 4 hours
Note: Height relaxation only for SC/ST male candidates
Chest (Normal): Minimum 79 cm
Chest Expansion: Minimum 5 cm
Walking Test: 25 km in 4 hours
Note: Height relaxation only for SC/ST male candidates
Van Rakshak — Women (All Categories)
Height: Minimum 150 cm
Chest: Not required
ST Women: Minimum 145 cm
Walking Test: 14 km in 4 hours
Pregnancy: Pregnant women (12+ weeks) temporarily unfit — reassessed 6 weeks post-delivery
Chest: Not required
ST Women: Minimum 145 cm
Walking Test: 14 km in 4 hours
Pregnancy: Pregnant women (12+ weeks) temporarily unfit — reassessed 6 weeks post-delivery
Jail Prahari — Men
Height: As per JP norms (typically 167–168 cm)
Chest: As per JP norms (typically 81 cm normal, 5 cm expansion)
800m Race: Within prescribed time
Shot Put: As per prescribed distance/weight standard
Note: Physical standards as per Jail Department official notification
Chest: As per JP norms (typically 81 cm normal, 5 cm expansion)
800m Race: Within prescribed time
Shot Put: As per prescribed distance/weight standard
Note: Physical standards as per Jail Department official notification
Jail Prahari — Women
Height: As per JP women norms
Chest: Not required
800m Race: Within prescribed time
Other events: As per women-specific Jail Dept. norms
Refer official Rule Book Chapter 2 for exact standards
Chest: Not required
800m Race: Within prescribed time
Other events: As per women-specific Jail Dept. norms
Refer official Rule Book Chapter 2 for exact standards
Sahayak Jail Adhikshak (Both Genders)
800m Race: Within prescribed time limit
Long Jump: Minimum prescribed distance
Shot Put: Minimum prescribed distance/weight
All three events are mandatory
Refer official Rule Book Chapter 2 (b) for exact standards
Long Jump: Minimum prescribed distance
Shot Put: Minimum prescribed distance/weight
All three events are mandatory
Refer official Rule Book Chapter 2 (b) for exact standards
⚠️ Walking Test Rules (Van/Kshetra Rakshak): Candidates must be present at the venue 60 minutes before the walk starts. Entry allowed up to 30 minutes after walk start — no extra time given for late arrivals. No re-walking permitted under any circumstance. Must carry admit card. No re-measurement of height/chest — appeal process available on-site with an appellate committee (includes a doctor). Appellate committee decision is final and binding.
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Pay Scale, Salary & Probation
Van Rakshak / Kshetra Rakshak
₹19,500 – ₹62,000
Level 2 · Gross ~₹25,000–30,000/month
After probation completion
After probation completion
Jail Prahari
₹19,500 – ₹62,000
Level 2 · Gross ~₹25,000–30,000/month
After probation completion
After probation completion
Sahayak Jail Adhikshak
₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800
Level 8 · Gross ~₹45,000–55,000/month
Class-2 Gazetted Post
Class-2 Gazetted Post
💡 Probation Period (3 Years): All selected candidates serve a 3-year probation as per MP Govt. circular dated 12.12.2019. During probation, salary is paid as stipend: Year 1 — 70% of minimum pay scale; Year 2 — 80%; Year 3 — 90%. Full pay scale begins after successful completion of probation. Selected candidates will be sent for training at designated training academies/institutions in MP. This is a permanent government job post probation — not a contractual engagement.
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Documents Required at Physical Test & Document Verification
Mandatory Documents — All Candidates
- Admit Card (downloaded from esb.mp.gov.in)
- 10th / High School Board Certificate — as Date of Birth proof AND educational qualification proof. Board-issued certificate showing date of birth is the only accepted DoB document.
- 12th Marksheet (if applicable, for Sahayak Jail Adhikshak: Graduate Degree certificate + all marksheets)
- Permanent Domicile Certificate of MP — issued by Tehsildar/Naib Tehsildar or above
- Live Employment Exchange Registration Certificate from any MP Employment Exchange
- Children's Birth Certificate / School report card / Voter ID / Ration Card (to prove number and date of birth of children)
- Valid Photo Identity Proof — Voter ID / PAN Card / Aadhaar Card / Driving Licence / Passport (any one original)
- Aadhaar Card or Aadhaar e-copy / Aadhaar number / Aadhaar VID
Category-Specific Certificates
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) — permanent caste certificate issued by Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO/Anuvibhagiya Adhikari) in the format prescribed by MP Government only
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate — issued by Director, Sainik Welfare Board, MP
- Home Guard / NCC Certificate — as per Appendix-3 format in the official Rule Book
- Contractual Employee Certificate — appointment order + current service certificate from Gazetted Officer of the concerned institution
- Inter-caste Marriage Certificate — if claiming age relaxation under inter-caste marriage promotion scheme
- Vikram Puraskaar Certificate — if claiming age relaxation under this scheme
- Sports Certificate — issued by MP Sports & Youth Welfare Department (for Sportsperson quota)
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How to Apply Online — Step by Step
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Visit the Official MPESB Portal
Go to esb.mp.gov.in and click on the Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 link. Alternatively, access directly via esb.mponline.gov.in. Download and read the full Rule Book PDF before applying — it contains all eligibility conditions and physical standards.
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Register Using Mobile Number & Aadhaar
Register with a valid Mobile Number. Aadhaar registration is mandatory — candidates whose Aadhaar is locked must unlock it before appearing in the exam. An OTP-based verification will be done. Keep login credentials safe for future admit card downloads and corrections.
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Select Post(s) & Fill Application Form
Choose the post(s) you wish to apply for. Fill in personal details (name, DoB, gender, category), educational qualification, district preferences for Van Rakshak, Employment Exchange registration number, and contact details. District selection for Van Rakshak is important — candidates can select multiple districts in preference order; merit and preference determine district allocation.
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Upload Photograph & Signature
Upload a recent passport-size photograph (black background or colour as specified) and your signature in the prescribed format and size. Aadhaar-verified biometric authentication will be conducted at the exam centre — ensure your Aadhaar is active and not locked before the exam date.
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Pay Application Fee via MPOnline
Pay the fee — ₹500 (UR) or ₹250 (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) per exam paper — through MPOnline payment gateway (Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI). Kiosk charges extra ₹60; self-login charges extra ₹20. Fee is non-refundable. No fee for Backlog posts. Submit before 30 April 2026.
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Print Application & Monitor Website
After successful submission, note your Application Form Number — it is required to download the Admit Card. Keep a printout of the application. Corrections in the form can be made till 30 April 2026. Monitor esb.mp.gov.in for admit card release, physical test dates, and merit list announcements.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Complete answers to the most-searched questions about MP Van Rakshak and Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 — total posts, last date extension, physical standards, walking test, Sahayak Jail Adhikshak eligibility, salary, probation, and how to apply. All information is based on the official MPESB Rule Book dated 05 March 2026 and Date Change Notice dated 13 March 2026.
What is the total vacancy in MPESB Van Rakshak and Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026?
Total 1,679 posts across four positions:
- Van Rakshak (Forest Guard) — 728 posts under MP Forest Department
- Kshetra Rakshak (Field Guard) — 169 posts under MP State Forest Development Corporation (MPFDC)
- Jail Prahari (Jail Warden) — 757 posts under MP Jail Department
- Sahayak Jail Adhikshak (Assistant Jail Superintendent) — 25 posts under MP Jail Department
Has the last date for MPESB Van Rakshak 2026 been extended?
Yes. The last date for online application submission has been extended to 30 April 2026 as per the official Date Change Notice dated 13 March 2026 released on esb.mp.gov.in. The original last date was 14 March 2026 (application) and 19 March 2026 (correction). The correction window has also been extended to 30 April 2026. The written exam begins from 07 April 2026 — candidates who applied before the exam date will appear in the April exam; others may be scheduled for later dates.
What is the application fee for MP Van Rakshak 2026?
Application fee is charged per exam paper: ₹500 for General/UR candidates; ₹250 for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD (MP domicile only). Additionally, MPOnline portal charges: ₹60 extra per paper for kiosk users; ₹20 extra per paper for registered self-login users. No fee for Backlog (BL) posts. Fee is non-refundable. Reserved category fee concession is only for MP domicile candidates — candidates from other states must pay the UR fee.
What is the walking test distance for Van Rakshak 2026?
The walking test (Padal Chaal) for Van Rakshak and Kshetra Rakshak is: Men — 25 km in 4 hours; Women — 14 km in 4 hours. This is qualifying only — no marks are awarded. Candidates must be present 60 minutes before the walk starts. Entry is allowed up to 30 minutes after the walk begins (but no extra time given). Once started, no re-walking is permitted under any circumstance. Failure to complete the walk in the stipulated time results in elimination.
Is PwD (Divyang) eligible for Van Rakshak and Jail Prahari 2026?
No. PwD (Persons with Disability / Divyang) candidates are NOT eligible for Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak, or Jail Prahari posts. These are field posts requiring physical fitness, and the MP Government has specifically exempted these posts from PwD recruitment as per MP Social Justice Department notification F-3-18-2019-26-1 dated 20 December 2019. However, PwD fee concession (₹250) applies to PwD candidates of MP domicile if they apply in any other eligible post.
What is the physical measurement standard for Van Rakshak 2026?
For Van Rakshak Men (General/OBC/EWS): Height minimum 163 cm; Chest (normal) 79 cm; minimum expansion 5 cm. For SC/ST Men: Height relaxed to 152 cm. For Women (all categories): Height minimum 150 cm; ST women 145 cm; no chest measurement required. In MP's arsenic-affected areas, chest relaxation applies (74 cm normal, 79 cm expanded = 5 cm expansion). Measurement is conducted by a committee appointed by the Forest Department — appeals can be raised on the spot.
What is the qualification for Sahayak Jail Adhikshak 2026?
Sahayak Jail Adhikshak (Assistant Jail Superintendent) requires a Graduate Degree (any discipline) from a recognised university. This is a Class-2 Gazetted post with a pay scale of ₹36,200–₹1,14,800 (Level 8). Minimum age is 21 years; maximum 33 years (UR) or 38 years (Reserved/Women). The physical test includes 800m race, Long Jump, and Shot Put — all three are mandatory. Written exam is same pattern as other posts (100 marks, 2 hours).
What is the salary for MP Van Rakshak after appointment?
Van Rakshak carries a pay scale of ₹19,500–₹62,000 (Level 2 of MP Pay Matrix). During the 3-year probation period, salary is paid as stipend: Year 1 — 70%, Year 2 — 80%, Year 3 — 90% of minimum pay scale. After successful completion of 3-year probation, full pay scale is applicable. Gross monthly salary (after probation) is approximately ₹25,000–₹30,000 including DA and HRA, depending on posting location. Additional benefits include MP Government medical, leave, and pension (NPS) benefits.
Can candidates from other states apply for MP Van Rakshak 2026?
Yes, but with restrictions. Candidates from states other than Madhya Pradesh can apply only under the Unreserved/Open (UR) category. They are not eligible for any category reservation (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) benefits and will not receive any age relaxation. They must pay the full UR fee (₹500) regardless of their caste. They also need to have live registration in an MP Employment Exchange — this is mandatory for all candidates including those from other states.
What are the special provisions for Primitive Tribal candidates (Baiga, Sahariya, Bhariya) in Van Rakshak 2026?
Candidates from the three Special Primitive Tribal Communities (PTG) — Baiga (districts: Mandla, Dindori, Shahdol, Umaria, Balaghat, Anuppur), Sahariya/Sahariya (districts: Sheopur, Morena, Datia, Gwalior, Bhind, Shivpuri, Guna, Ashoknagar), and Bhariya (districts: Chhindwara, Seoni) — can be directly appointed to Van Rakshak posts without examination, if they meet the minimum educational qualification. They must submit a Hard Copy application (Appendix-2 format) with all certificates directly to the Nodal Forest Division Officer of their respective district by the application closing date. This special provision does NOT apply to Jail Prahari or Sahayak Jail Adhikshak posts.
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