🌲 MP ESB Forest Guard & Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026
📢 Apply Online for 1679 Forest Guard, Field Guard & Jail Prahari Posts
Organization: MP Employees Selection Board (MP ESB) | 📍 Location: Madhya Pradesh
💰 Salary: Rs. 19,500 to Rs. 1,14,800/- | 📅 Last Date: 14.03.2026
🚀 MP ESB Recruitment Overview 2026
| 🏢 Recruiting Body | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MP ESB) |
| 💼 Post Names | Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari & Asst. Jail Supdt |
| 🔢 Total Vacancies | 1679 Posts |
| 📌 Job Category | State Govt Jobs (Madhya Pradesh) |
| 📍 Job Location | Across Various Districts in Madhya Pradesh |
| 📝 Application Mode | Online Only |
📊 Post-Wise & Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Name of the Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌲 Forest Guard (वन रक्षक) | 310 | 00 | 143 | 198 | 77 | 728 |
| 🏕️ Field Guard (क्षेत्र रक्षक) | 44 | 28 | 34 | 46 | 17 | 169 |
| 👮 Jail Prahari (जेल प्रहरी) | 253 | 121 | 151 | 204 | 28 | 757 |
| 🎖️ Assistant Jail Supdt. | 08 | 05 | 08 | 02 | 02 | 25 |
| GRAND TOTAL | 1679 | |||||
Note: The vacancies shown above are inclusive of open, female, ex-servicemen, and home guard horizontal reservations as detailed in the official PDF.
💰 Post-Wise Salary & Pay Scale
| Name of the Post | Pay Scale (As per 7th CPC) | Probation Period Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Guard / Field Guard | Rs. 19,500/- to Rs. 62,000/- | 1st Year: 70% of Basic 2nd Year: 80% of Basic 3rd Year: 90% of Basic |
| Jail Prahari (Level-4) | Rs. 19,500/- to Rs. 62,000/- | |
| Asst. Jail Superintendent (Level-9) | Rs. 36,200/- to Rs. 1,14,800/- |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria: Qualifications & Age Limit
| Post Name | Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026) | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Guard & Field Guard | 18 to 33 Years |
|
| Jail Prahari | 18 to 33 Years |
|
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | 21 to 33 Years |
|
⏳ Permissible Age Relaxation Rules
| Candidate Category | Age Relaxation Allowed (Max Age Limit) |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) Male | Maximum 33 Years |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS (MP Domicile) | + 5 Years (Maximum 38 Years) |
| All Females (UR / SC / ST / OBC) | + 5 Years (Maximum 38 Years) |
| Govt Employees / Corporation / Home Guards | + 5 Years (Maximum 38 Years) |
🏃 Physical Measurement & Efficiency Test (PST / PET)
1. Forest Guard & Field Guard
- 🔸 Male: Height: 163 cm | Chest: 79 cm (with min 5 cm expansion)
- 🔸 Female: Height: 150 cm
- 🔸 Walking Test (Qualifying): Male – 25 km in 4 Hours | Female – 14 km in 4 Hours.
2. Jail Prahari
- 🔸 Male: Height: 165 cm | Chest: 83 cm (unexpanded)
- 🔸 Female: Height: 158 cm
- 🔸 800m Run: Male – 2 Min 50 Sec | Female – 4 Min 00 Sec | Ex-S/Home Guard – 3 Min 15 Sec.
- 🔸 Shot Put: Male – 20 ft (7.260 kg) | Female – 16 ft (4.00 kg) | Ex-S – 15 ft (7.260 kg).
3. Assistant Jail Superintendent
- 🔸 Male: Height: 168 cm | Chest: 84 cm (Expanded: 89 cm)
- 🔸 Female: Height: 155 cm
- 🔸 800m Run: Male – 2 Min 40 Sec | Female – 3 Min 40 Sec | Ex-S – 3 Min 15 Sec.
- 🔸 Long Jump: Male – 13 ft | Female – 10 ft | Ex-S – 10 ft.
- 🔸 Shot Put: Male – 19 ft (7.260 kg) | Female – 15 ft (4.00 kg) | Ex-S – 15 ft (7.260 kg).
⚔️ Selection Process & Written Exam Pattern
- 📌 Phase 1: Online Written Examination (Computer Based Test).
- 📌 Phase 2: Physical Measurement Test (PMT) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
- 📌 Phase 3: Document Verification (DV) & Medical Examination.
📝 Written Exam Syllabus (10th Level Standard)
The examination will consist of a single question paper of 100 Objective Type Questions for 100 Marks. Total Time: 2 Hours.
| Part | Subjects | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Knowledge (सामान्य ज्ञान) | 100 Marks |
| 2 | General Hindi (सामान्य हिन्दी) | |
| 3 | General English (सामान्य अंग्रेजी) | |
| 4 | General Math (सामान्य गणित) | |
| 5 | General Science (सामान्य विज्ञान) |
📅 Important Dates Schedule
- 🟢 Online Application Start: 28.02.2026
- 🔴 Online Application Last Date: 14.03.2026
- ✏️ Last Date for Form Correction: 19.03.2026
- ✍️ CBT Exam Date: 07.04.2026 (From)
💸 Application Fees
- 🔸 Unreserved Category: Rs. 500/- + Rs. 60/- (Portal Fee) = Rs. 560/-
- 🔸 SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD (MP Domicile): Rs. 250/- + Rs. 60/- = Rs. 310/-
- 🔸 Backlog Vacancies: Nil
Note: Rs. 20/- portal fee if applying via Registered Citizen User. Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking/Card/UPI).
📝 How to Apply Online? (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official MP ESB website at www.esb.mp.gov.in or MP Online portal.
- Ensure your “Aadhaar Panjiyan” (Aadhaar Registration) and MP Rojgar Panjiyan is active and updated.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link for “Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari & Asst. Jail Superintendent Recruitment 2026”.
- Register yourself and fill out the detailed application form accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (Photo with signature & handwriting as per MP ESB template, 10th/12th marksheets, caste certificate, etc.).
- Select your preferred exam city centers (at least 4 preferences).
- Pay the required application fee via online mode.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the final confirmation page for future reference.
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👉 DGQA CQAE Mumbai Recruitment 2026❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for MP ESB Forest Guard & Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application form is 14th March 2026. You can make corrections to the form up to 19th March 2026.
Q2. How many total vacancies are announced in this notification?
Ans: There are a total of 1679 vacancies (Forest Guard: 728, Field Guard: 169, Jail Prahari: 757, Assistant Jail Superintendent: 25).
Q3. What is the educational qualification for Jail Prahari and Forest Guard?
Ans: Candidates must have passed the 10th standard (High School) exam to be eligible for Forest Guard, Field Guard, and Jail Prahari posts. However, for Assistant Jail Superintendent, a Bachelor’s Degree is required.
Q4. What is the application fee for Unreserved candidates?
Ans: Unreserved (General) category candidates have to pay Rs. 500/- plus a portal fee of Rs. 60/-, making it a total of Rs. 560/-.
Q5. Is MP Rojgar Panjiyan mandatory to apply?
Ans: Yes, having an active and live registration in the Madhya Pradesh State Employment Exchange (Rojgar Panjiyan) is strictly mandatory for all candidates.
Shekhar Chauhan is a contributing Author at GovtRank.com, specializing in government job updates, recruitment notifications, and exam-related information. He focuses on researching official notices and presenting accurate, easy-to-understand content for aspirants. With a strong interest in public sector opportunities, he supports the editorial team in delivering timely and reliable updates to readers.
