MPESB Forest Guard, Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026 Deadline Extended to 30 April

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has extended the deadline to apply for the Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari and Assistant Jail Superintendent Recruitment 2026. Candidates can now submit their applications until 30 April 2026 through the official website esb.mp.gov.in. The recruitment drive is being conducted to fill 1,679 vacancies across various departments in the state. The extension provides additional time for candidates who were unable to complete their applications before the earlier deadline.

MPESB Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

The total 1,679 vacancies announced under the recruitment drive are distributed across multiple posts:

• Forest Guard (Van Rakshak): 728 posts
• Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak): 169 posts
• Jail Prahari (Warder): 757 posts
• Assistant Jail Superintendent: 25 posts

Selected candidates will be appointed in different departments of the Madhya Pradesh government.

MPESB Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the educational qualification and age requirements specified in the notification.

Educational Qualification

• Forest Guard and Field Guard: Class 10 pass from a recognised board
• Jail Prahari: Class 12 pass
• Assistant Jail Superintendent: Graduation in any discipline

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 18 years
• Maximum age: 38 years
• Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.

MPESB Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process will be conducted in several stages:

1. Computer-Based Written Examination
2. Physical Standard Test (PST)
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination

Candidates who successfully clear each stage will be included in the final merit list.

How to Apply for MPESB Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can follow these steps to complete the application process:

1. Visit the official website esb.mp.gov.in
2. Click on the recruitment link for Forest Guard / Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026
3. Register using personal details
4. Fill the application form and upload required documents
5. Pay the application fee online
6. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Applicants are advised to complete the registration before the 30 April 2026 deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.