Sarkari Naukri Alert 2026: 1600+ vacancies announced in MP, 10th pass candidates can get jobs as jail guards and forest guards..
MPESB Van Rakshak, Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026: There's great news for those preparing for government jobs in Madhya Pradesh. The Madhya Pradesh Staff Selection Board, Bhopal (MPESB) has announced new government recruitment for over 1,600 positions. This recruitment will fill the positions of Jail Prahari and Jail Superintendent in the Jail Department. Forest Guard and Field Guard positions will also be filled. The largest number of positions are for Forest Guard and Jail Prahari. The official advertisement for this recruitment has been released. The online application process has also begun.
This recruitment is a great opportunity for candidates who have passed 10th grade and want a government job. Most positions require a matriculation qualification. So, don't let this opportunity slip away. Online applications are open; please complete the process quickly before the deadline.
MP Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026: Important Details
Recruiting Body: Madhya Pradesh Employees' Cheque Board, Bhopal (MPESB)
Position Name: Jail Prahari, Forest Guard, Area Prahari, Jail Superintendent
Total Vacancies: 1679 (Jail Superintendent - 25)
Official Website: esb.mp.gov.in
Application Opening Date: February 28, 2026
Last Date: March 14, 2026
Exam Start Date: April 7, 2026
Minimum Age: 18 years for all positions, 21 years for Jail Superintendent. Maximum age: 38 years. Reserved categories will receive relaxation as per the rules.
Salary: Forest Guard, Field Guard - 19500-62000/-, Assistant Jail Superintendent - 36200-114800/- per month.
Selection process: Written exam, Physical Efficiency Test, Document Verification, Medical Test.
Application Fee: General/Other State Candidates - 560/-
OBC/SC/ST - 310/-
Portal Charge - 60/-
What are the qualifications required for MP Jail Guard and Forest Guard?
A 10th pass is required for Jail Guard, Forest Guard, and Field Guard.
Candidates with a Bachelor's degree can apply for Jail Superintendent.
For the posts of Jail Guard, Forest Guard, and Field Guard, men must have a height of 163 cm and a chest of 79 cm. A minimum chest expansion of 5 cm is also required. Women must have a height of up to 150 cm.
The height limit for the post of Jail Superintendent is 168 cm for men and 155 cm for women.
How to Apply for the MP Jail Prahari Recruitment?
Candidates wishing to apply for this recruitment must first visit the official website, esb.mp.gov.in.
In the latest update on the homepage, you will need to click on the link "Online Application Form - Van Rakshak & Kshetra Rakshak (Karyapalik) (Van Vibhag), Jail Prahari (Karyapalik)(Jail Vibhag), and Jail Superintendent Combined Recruitment Test- 2026 (Start From -28/02/2026).
The login dashboard will now open.
If you are not already registered on the website, first create a login number and password using your basic details.
Now, use this to log in to the website. To fill out the form, log in by entering your application number, date of birth, and profile/passport.
Once the application form opens, carefully fill in all the information requested.
In the document upload column, scan and upload your passport-size photograph and signature in the correct size.
Pay the application fee according to your category, and finally submit the form.
If you want to participate in this MP recruitment, fill out the form on time. Don't delay unnecessarily.
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