MPESB Forest, Jail Department Deadline Extended 2026: The deadline for applications for the Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Prahari, and Assistant Jail Superintendent Recruitment Examination 2026 has been extended by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal. The official announcement states that candidates can now finish the registration procedure by April 30, 2026, if they haven't yet submitted their application forms.
Online applications are available to qualified candidates via the official websites, esb.mp.gov.in and esb.mponline.gov.in. This recruitment campaign aims to fill 1,679 positions in the Madhya Pradesh government's Forest Department and Jail Department.
Vacancy details
Forest Guard (Van Rakshak): 728 posts
Jail Prahari (Warder): 757 posts
Field Guard (Kshetra Rakshak): 169 posts
Assistant Jail Superintendent: 25 posts
Total Vacancies: 1,679 posts
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Guard: Must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation).
Assistant Jail Superintendent: Must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
Age Limit:
Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Guard: 18 to 33 years.
Assistant Jail Superintendent: 21 to 33 years.
Age Calculation: Age will be calculated as on January 1, 2026.
Age Relaxation: Applicable for reserved category candidates as per government rules.
Application Fees
General / OBC / EWS candidates: ₹500
SC / ST candidates: ₹250
Candidates must pay the applicable fee while submitting the online application form.
Steps to apply
To apply for this position, take the actions listed below:
Step 1: Visit esb.mponline.gov.in, the official MPESB website.
Step 2: Register using your basic information after clicking the recruitment link.
Step 3: Complete the application and attach any necessary files. The application cost must be paid.
Step 4: Download the confirmation page after submitting it.
Selection Process
Written Examination
Skill Test
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Candidates who qualify the written exam and skill test will be called for document verification and a medical examination before final appointment.
