The Madhya Pradesh Professional Selection Board (MPESB) has released the official notification for the Forester, Van Rakshak & Kshetra Rakshak (Karyapalik) – Van Vibhag, Jail Prahari (Karyapalik) – Jail Vibhag, and Jail Superintend Combined Recruitment Test 2026. A total of 728 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive.
The online application process will start from 28 February 2026, and the last date to submit the application form is 14 March 2026.
Interested and eligible candidates are advised to check complete details including age limit, educational qualification, post-wise vacancy details, pay scale, selection process, application fee, and other important instructions before applying.
Applicants must read the full official notification carefully and ensure they meet all eligibility criteria. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official link before the closing date.
Department:Madhya Pradesh Professional Selection Board (MPESB)
Official Advertisement Number: – NA
Total Vacancies Available: 1679
MPESB Van Rakshak, Jail Prahari & Other Posts Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee (₹) | Portal Charge |
|---|---|---|
| General & Other State | 560/- | Included |
| OBC / SC / ST Candidates | 310/- | Included |
| Payment Methods |
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| Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking. |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 28 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 14 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 14 March 2026 |
| Correction Window (With Late Fee) Last Date | 19 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | March 2026 |
| Examination Start Date | 07 April 2026 |
| Post Name | Pay Scale (₹) | Selection Process |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Guard / Field Guard / Jail Prahari | 19,500 – 62,000 | Written Exam, PET & PST Test, Medical Examination, Document Verification |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | 36,200 – 1,14,800 | Written Exam, PET & PST Test, Medical Examination, Document Verification |
Candidates who wish to apply for the MPESB Van Rakshak, Jail Prahari & Other Posts Recruitment 2026 can complete the online application process by following the simple steps given below:
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Visit the official recruitment portal of esb.mp.gov.in using a secure browser.
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Register yourself online by entering a valid email ID and active mobile number to generate login credentials.
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Log in and fill out the application form, entering personal details, educational qualifications, and trade preferences carefully.
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Upload scanned copies of required documents, including a recent photograph, signature, Aadhaar card, 10th certificate as per the prescribed format.
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Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (debit card, credit card, or net banking).
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Review all details carefully, then submit the application form.
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Download or save the confirmation page and application receipt for future reference.
Some Important Links of MPESB Van Rakshak, Jail Prahari & Other Posts Recruitment
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Rulebook | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |