MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari PET Schedule 2026
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB)2,062 vacancies
Official Notification (PDF)
Verified from esb.mp.gov.in
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board held this combined direct recruitment examination for Van Rakshak and Kshetra Rakshak (Executive) under the Forest Department and for Jail Prahari and Assistant Jail Superintendent (Executive) under the Jail Department. The board's amended rule book of 16 April 2026 revises the advertised strength to 2062 posts - 1007 Van Rakshak direct recruitment, 104 Van Rakshak backlog, 169 Kshetra Rakshak, 757 Jail Prahari and 25 Assistant Jail Superintendent - superseding the 728 Van Rakshak posts originally proposed. Online applications ran from 28 February 2026 to 30 April 2026, with the correction window open over the same period, and the online paper was a two-hour objective test of 100 marks in two shifts. The fee is Rs 500 per question paper for unreserved candidates and Rs 250 for OBC, SC, ST, EWS and Divyang candidates who are natives of Madhya Pradesh, backlog candidates pay nothing, and live registration with a Madhya Pradesh employment exchange is mandatory for every post.
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Age Limits As On 01 January 2026
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | vacancies |
|---|---|
| Vanrakshak (Direct Recruitment) - Forest Department, Madhya Pradesh | 1007 |
| Vanrakshak (Direct Recruitment - Backlog) - Forest Department, Madhya Pradesh | 104 |
| Kshetra Rakshak (Direct Recruitment) - MP State Forest Development Corporation Limited | 169 |
| Jail Prahari (Direct Recruitment) - Jail Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh | 757 |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent (Direct Recruitment) - Jail Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh | 25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts were advertised in the MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari recruitment 2026?
MPESB's amended rule book of 16 April 2026 puts the advertised strength at 2062 posts: 1007 Van Rakshak (direct recruitment), 104 Van Rakshak (backlog), 169 Kshetra Rakshak, 757 Jail Prahari and 25 Assistant Jail Superintendent. The earlier figure of 728 Van Rakshak posts was superseded by this amendment.
What was the examination fee?
Rs 500 per question paper for unreserved candidates and Rs 250 per question paper for OBC, SC, ST, EWS and Divyang candidates who are natives of Madhya Pradesh. Backlog direct-recruitment candidates pay no fee. MP Online portal charges of Rs 60 (form filled through a kiosk) or Rs 20 (otherwise) are payable on top, and each correction to the form costs Rs 20 plus a Rs 40 portal charge.
Do candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh get the concessional fee?
No. The rule book limits the Rs 250 slab to OBC, SC, ST, EWS and Divyang candidates who are natives of Madhya Pradesh. Everyone else pays Rs 500 per question paper.
What was the exam pattern?
A single online computer based test of objective questions with four options each, set in Hindi and English, running two hours and carrying a maximum of 100 marks. It was held in two shifts, 10:00 to 12:00 and 03:00 to 05:00.
Is employment exchange registration required for these posts?
Yes. The rule book makes live registration with a Madhya Pradesh state employment exchange mandatory for all the advertised posts.
How is the final merit decided?
Because the examination runs in more than one shift, the board reserves the right to normalise scores. Merit and waiting list positions are then drawn on percentile score against the post preference order given in the application form; once a post is allotted, the candidate holds no place on the merit or waiting lists of lower preferences.
What is the educational qualification for Van Rakshak?
Higher Secondary under the old pattern, or Class 10 (High School) pass under the 10+2 pattern, from the Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education or a recognised institution. The pay scale is Rs 19500-62000.
What is the last date to apply for MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari PET Schedule 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 30 April 2026 Extended. Applications received after this date are not considered.
What is the age limit for MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari PET Schedule 2026?
The age limit is 21 to 33 years. Age relaxation as per Government of India norms applies for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-servicemen candidates.
When is the exam for MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari PET Schedule 2026?
The exam is scheduled for 25 May 2026 (Postponed). Admit cards are released closer to the exam date.
Which organization is conducting MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari PET Schedule 2026?
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) is the conducting/recruiting authority for this notification.