MPESB Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026

About This Recruitment

This MPESB recruitment rulebook covers Forest Department posts such as Forest Guard and Field Guard along with Jail Department posts including Jail Prahari and Assistant Jail Superintendent. The uploaded revised pages clearly show the examination schedule and Forest Guard vacancy section.

Because this is a combined rulebook, candidates must check post-wise eligibility and physical/departmental requirements in the official notification before applying. The Forest Guard section visible in the revised pages lists 10+2 / old Higher Secondary / 10th under 10+2 pattern as qualification.

The examination is online with two shifts. Candidates should keep ID proof, admit card, employment registration and category documents ready, and must verify the exact post-wise rules from MPESB before final submission.

Recruitment Snapshot

Important Dates and Application Fee

Age Limit

The revised pages provided do not show the complete age-limit table. Candidates should check the official rulebook for post-wise age limit and relaxation before applying.

Vacancy Details

The revised Forest Guard section shows Forest Guard direct recruitment and backlog vacancies. Other post-wise details should be verified from the full official rulebook.

The page title also includes Field Guard, Jail Prahari and Assistant Jail Superintendent. Since the uploaded revised pages visibly show the Forest Guard section, candidates must check the full official rulebook for complete combined post distribution.

Eligibility and Qualification

• Forest Guard section: old Higher Secondary from Madhya Pradesh Board or 10+2 pattern 10th class pass from a recognized institution, as visible in the revised page.
• Eligibility for Field Guard, Jail Prahari and Assistant Jail Superintendent should be checked from the official rulebook.
• Madhya Pradesh employment office live registration is mentioned as compulsory for all posts.
• Reservation and fee relaxation apply only as per valid certificates and official rules.

Selection Process

1. Online examination conducted by MPESB.
2. Post-wise merit / shortlisting as per rulebook.
3. Physical standard / physical test or departmental verification wherever applicable.
4. Document verification and appointment formalities by the concerned department.

Exam Pattern

The first page of the revised rulebook shows the online examination scheduled in two shifts of two hours each. Detailed paper structure should be checked from the official notification.

Physical Standards / Skill Test

Forest and jail department posts may have physical standards or departmental tests. The uploaded revised pages do not provide complete post-wise standards, so candidates should verify the official rulebook before applying.

Salary and Benefits

• Forest Guard pay scale visible in revised page: Rs. 19500-62000.
• Pay scale for other posts should be checked in the official rulebook.
• Allowances and benefits will be as per Madhya Pradesh government and departmental rules.

Documents Required

• Recent passport-size photograph.
• Signature as per official instructions.
• 10th certificate for date of birth.
• Educational qualification certificates and marksheets.
• Valid photo ID proof.
• Category, EWS, domicile or reservation certificate, if applicable.
• Employment registration / experience / NOC certificates wherever applicable.
• Other certificates mentioned in the official notification.
• Madhya Pradesh employment registration proof.
• Domicile certificate, if claiming MP benefits.
• Physical/medical certificates if required by the post.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official MPESB website.
2. Open the Forest Guard / Field Guard / Jail Prahari recruitment application link.
3. Download and read the revised rulebook carefully.
4. Check the exact post, qualification, age and physical requirements before selecting preference.
5. Fill the online form and upload required details/documents.
6. Pay the applicable fee and portal charge.
7. Submit the form before 30 April 2026 and keep the application number safe.
8. Download and print the final application form.

Why Apply For This Recruitment

This recruitment can be attractive for candidates interested in uniformed or field-based Madhya Pradesh government service. The Forest Guard section has a large number of posts and a clear online examination schedule, but candidates should not ignore post-wise physical and document rules.

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