MPESB Van Rakshak Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1679 Posts

Quick Highlights – MPESB Van Rakshak Vacancy 2026

Details	Information
Organization Name	Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal
Post Name	Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari, Sahayak Jail Adhikshak (Executive)
Total Vacancies	1679 (Van Rakshak: 728 | Kshetra Rakshak: 169 | Jail Prahari: 757 | Sahayak Jail Adhikshak: 25)
Application Mode	Online at www.esb.mp.gov.in
Application Start Date	28 February 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	14 March 2026
Last Date for Correction	19 March 2026
Exam Date	Starting from 07 April 2026
Job Location	Madhya Pradesh
Official Website	www.esb.mp.gov.in

Important Dates – MPESB Van Rakshak Online Form 2026

Event	Date
Online Application Form Start Date	28 February 2026
Last Date to Fill Online Application Form	14 March 2026
Application Correction Window Opens	28 February 2026
Last Date for Application Correction	19 March 2026
Exam Date	Starting from 07 April 2026
1st Shift – Candidate Reporting Time	8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
1st Shift – Exam Time (Answer Marking)	10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (2 Hours)
2nd Shift – Candidate Reporting Time	1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
2nd Shift – Exam Time (Answer Marking)	3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (2 Hours)

Note: Candidates must arrive at the exam centre within reporting time. Entry will not be permitted after the reporting window closes.

Application Fee – Pariksha Shulk

Category	Exam Fee (Per Question Paper)
Unreserved / General (UR)	Rs. 500/- per question paper
SC / ST / OBC / EWS / Divyang (MP Domicile Only)	Rs. 250/- per question paper
Direct Recruitment – Backlog Posts	No Fee (Rs. 0/-)
MP Online Portal Charge (via Kiosk)	Rs. 60/- extra
MP Online Portal Charge (via Registered Citizen User Login)	Rs. 20/- extra

Correction Fee: Rs. 20/- + Rs. 40/- portal charge is applicable each time a correction is made in the form.

Payment Mode: Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or MP Online authorized Kiosk. Offline payments are not accepted.

Vacancy Details – Post-wise and Category-wise Breakdown

1. Van Rakshak (Executive) – Forest Department – Total 728 Posts

Pay Scale: Rs. 19,500–62,000 | Cadre: District Level

Category	Open (General)	Ex-Serviceman	Home Guard	Contractual Employee	Total
Unreserved (UR)	185	24	90	11	310
Scheduled Caste (SC)	00	00	00	00	00
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	84	12	42	05	143
Other Backward Class (OBC)	117	18	57	06	198
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	48	04	23	02	77
Grand Total	434	58	212	24	728

Note: 1% of total vacancies (approx. 7 posts) are reserved for State/National outstanding sportspersons in Swimming, Table Tennis, Lawn Tennis, Badminton and Athletics. Persons with disabilities are not eligible as per MP Forest Service Rules. No separate posts are reserved for women; however, women selected on merit will be appointed as per rules.

2. Kshetra Rakshak (Executive) – MP State Forest Development Corporation Ltd. – Total 169 Posts

Pay Scale: Rs. 19,500–62,000 | Cadre: State Level

Category	Open (General)	Ex-Serviceman	Home Guard	Contractual Employee	Total
Unreserved (UR)	14	02	06	22	44
Scheduled Caste (SC)	07	02	05	14	28
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	10	02	05	17	34
Other Backward Class (OBC)	13	03	07	23	46
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	04	01	03	09	17
Grand Total	48	10	26	85	169

3. Jail Prahari / Prison Guard (Executive) – Jail Department – Total 757 Posts

Pay Scale: Rs. 19,500–62,000 (Level 4) | Horizontal Reservation: 35% posts reserved for women; 30% for Home Guard volunteers

Category	Total Vacant	Open (Male)	Open (Female)	Ex-SM (Male)	Ex-SM (Female)	HG (Male)	HG (Female)
Unreserved (UR)	253	99	53	16	09	49	27
EWS	28	11	06	02	01	05	03
SC	121	47	26	08	04	23	13
ST	151	59	32	10	05	29	16
OBC	204	80	43	13	07	40	21
Grand Total	757	296	160	49	26	146	80

4. Sahayak Jail Adhikshak / Assistant Jail Superintendent (Executive) – Jail Department – Total 25 Posts

Pay Scale: Rs. 36,200–1,14,800 (Level 9)

Category	Total Vacant	Open (Male)	Female	Ex-Serviceman (Male)	Ex-Serviceman (Female)	Total
Unreserved (UR)	08	05	02	01	00	08
EWS	02	02	00	00	00	02
SC	05	03	02	00	00	05
ST	08	05	02	01	00	08
OBC	02	02	00	00	00	02
Grand Total	25	17	06	02	00	25

Eligibility Criteria – MPESB Van Rakshak Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026

Educational Qualification

Post	Minimum Educational Qualification
Van Rakshak (Executive)	Passed High School (Class 10th) from MP Board or recognized institution, or Higher Secondary under the old pattern
Kshetra Rakshak (Executive)	Passed High School (Class 10th) from MP Board or recognized institution, or Higher Secondary under the old pattern
Jail Prahari (Executive)	Passed High School (10th class) or Higher Secondary (10+2) from a recognized board
Sahayak Jail Adhikshak (Executive)	Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) from a recognized university

Age Limit – Calculated as on 01 January 2026

Category	Minimum Age	Maximum Age
Male – Unreserved (UR) [Van Rakshak / Kshetra Rakshak / Jail Prahari]	18 Years	33 Years
Male – Unreserved (UR) [Sahayak Jail Adhikshak]	21 Years	33 Years
Female (UR) / SC / ST / OBC / EWS / Government Servants / Nagar Sainik	18 Years (21 for AJS)	38 Years (5-year relaxation)

Important: Age relaxation is available only to original residents of Madhya Pradesh. Candidates from other states are eligible only for Unreserved (Open) category posts and will not receive any reservation or age relaxation benefit.

Nationality and Domicile

Applicants must be Indian citizens or Nepalese citizens (with eligibility certificate under MP Civil Services Recruitment Rules 1961). Candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh can only apply under the Unreserved/Open category. Domicile certificate issued by Tehsildar or above level is mandatory.

Physical Standards – Sharirik Maapdand

Van Rakshak and Kshetra Rakshak Physical Measurement Standards

Physical Standard	Male	Female
Height	163 cm (SC/ST: 152 cm)	150 cm (SC/ST: 145 cm)
Chest (Normal/Relaxed)	79 cm	Not Required
Minimum Chest Expansion	5 cm	Not Required

Note: In malaria-affected areas of MP, chest relaxation of 5 cm is allowed (relaxed: 74 cm; expanded: 79 cm).

Jail Prahari Physical Measurement Standards

Physical Standard	Male	Female
Height	165 cm	158 cm
Chest (Without Expansion)	83 cm	Not Required

Sahayak Jail Adhikshak Physical Measurement Standards

Physical Standard	Male	Female
Height	168 cm	155 cm
Chest (Without Expansion)	84 cm	Not Required
Chest (After Expansion)	89 cm	Not Required

Important: No relaxation in physical standards is permitted under any circumstances. Candidates with Knock-knee, Flat-foot or any visual defect are not eligible. Candidates must be medically fit (Medical Fit certificate required before appointment). Physical standards for SC/ST have the same minimum requirements unless otherwise specified.

Selection Process – Chayan Prakriya

Van Rakshak and Kshetra Rakshak Selection Process

Selection will be held in two stages:

Stage 1 – Written Examination: Conducted by MPESB Bhopal. Objective type, 100 marks, 2 hours duration. Minimum qualifying marks: 33% for Unreserved (UR) and 23% for SC/ST/OBC candidates. EWS candidates get an additional 10% relaxation in qualifying marks but selection is based on merit within the EWS list.

Stage 2 – Physical Measurement and Walking Test: Candidates who qualify the written exam (in the ratio of 5 times the notified vacancies per category) are called for physical measurement and walking test conducted by the Forest Department/MP Van Vikas Nigam.

• Walking Test – Male: 25 Kilometres in 4 Hours (Qualifying only – no marks awarded)
• Walking Test – Female: 14 Kilometres in 4 Hours (Qualifying only – no marks awarded)

Candidates must arrive 60 minutes before the walking test begins. Entry is permitted up to 30 minutes after the walk commences but no extra time will be given. Repeat attempts at the walking test are not permitted.

Jail Prahari (Prison Guard) Selection Process

Stage 1 – Written Examination: 100 marks, 100 questions, 2 hours. Top 10 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) are shortlisted for Stage 2.

Stage 2 – Physical Efficiency Test (PET):

Event	Male	Female	Ex-Serviceman / Home Guard
800 Metre Run	2 Min 50 Sec	4 Min 00 Sec	3 Min 15 Sec
Shot Put (Gola Fek)	20 Feet (7.260 kg)	16 Feet (4.00 kg)	15 Feet (7.260 kg)

Candidates who do not qualify the 800m run will not be allowed to participate in the Shot Put event. A maximum of 3 attempts are given for Shot Put. The PET is qualifying in nature — no marks are awarded.

Sahayak Jail Adhikshak (Assistant Jail Superintendent) Selection Process

Stage 1 – Written Examination: 100 marks, Graduation level objective questions, 2 hours. Top 10 times the vacancies are called for Stage 2.

Stage 2 – Physical Efficiency Test (PET):

Event	Male	Female	Ex-Serviceman
800 Metre Run	2 Min 40 Sec (1 attempt)	3 Min 40 Sec (1 attempt)	3 Min 15 Sec (1 attempt)
Long Jump (Lambi Kood)	13 Feet (3 attempts)	10 Feet (3 attempts)	10 Feet (3 attempts)
Shot Put (Gola Fek)	19 Feet – 7.260 kg (3 attempts)	15 Feet – 4.000 kg (3 attempts)	15 Feet – 7.260 kg (3 attempts)

Important Sequence: Candidates failing the 800m Run cannot attempt Long Jump; candidates failing Long Jump cannot attempt Shot Put. No second attempt is given under any circumstance.

Examination Structure and Syllabus – MPESB Van Rakshak Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026

Post	Exam Type	Total Questions	Total Marks	Duration	Medium
Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari	Objective (Online CBT)	100	100	2 Hours	Hindi / English
Sahayak Jail Adhikshak	Objective (Online CBT)	100	100	2 Hours	Hindi / English

Subject-wise Syllabus

Part	Subject	Level
Part 1	General Knowledge (Samanya Gyan)	Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari: Class 10th Level | Sahayak Jail Adhikshak: Graduation Level
Part 2	General Hindi (Samanya Hindi)	Same as above
Part 3	General English (Samanya Angrezi)	Same as above
Part 4	General Mathematics (Samanya Ganit)	Same as above
Part 5	General Science (Samanya Vigyan)	Same as above

Marking Scheme: +1 mark for each correct answer. Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.

Exam Centres: Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Khandwa, Neemuch, Ratlam, Rewa, Sagar, Satna, Sidhi, Ujjain, Anuppur

Medical Standards – Chikitsa Maapdand

The following medical requirements apply to all posts:

• Eyesight of both eyes must be normal. Candidate must be physically fit for the services.
• Candidate must not be physically disabled.
• No Knock-knee, Flat-foot, or any visual defect is permitted.
• A Medical Fitness Certificate issued by a competent authority is mandatory before appointment.
• If any female candidate is found to be pregnant (12 weeks or more) during physical testing, she will be temporarily declared unfit until 6 weeks after delivery, after which she can be re-examined upon submission of a Fitness Certificate from a Registered Medical Practitioner.

Rules and Important Instructions

• Aadhaar Registration Mandatory: All candidates must have Aadhaar registration. Multi-level biometric verification will be conducted at the exam centre. Candidates with locked Aadhaar must unlock it before the exam date.
• Original Identity Proof Required: Candidates must carry an original photo ID (Voter ID, PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Driving Licence or Passport) at the exam centre. E-Aadhaar is not accepted.
• Single Application Form: Each candidate must submit only one online form for all posts. Post-wise priority order must be filled mandatorily. If priority is not marked for a post, the candidate will not be considered for that post even with high marks.
• Employment Office Registration: Live registration at the Madhya Pradesh State Employment Office is compulsory for all posts as on the date of application.
• Out-of-State Candidates: Candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh can only apply under the Unreserved (Open) category. No reservation or age relaxation applies to them.
• Electronic Devices Strictly Prohibited: Mobile phones, calculators, log tables, Bluetooth devices, electronic watches and all other electronic devices are completely prohibited inside the examination hall.
• District Cadre (Van Rakshak): Van Rakshak is a district-level post. Merit lists will be prepared district-wise. Kshetra Rakshak is a state-level post.
• Probation Period: Every selected candidate will be placed on probation for 3 years. Stipend for Year 1: 70%, Year 2: 80%, Year 3: 90% of minimum pay scale. Full salary starts after successful completion of probation.
• Character Verification: Police character verification is mandatory before final appointment. Only candidates with a satisfactory ('anukool') report will be considered.
• Service Bond: Selected candidates are required to execute a Service Bond (Seva-Band Karaarnama) as per the MP Jail Department circular dated 25 September 2018.
• Special Provision for Primitive Tribal Groups: Candidates from Baiga, Sahariya/Sahariya and Bhariya tribes applying for Van Rakshak/Kshetra Rakshak must send their application in hard copy directly to the concerned Forest Division (not to MPESB). Their selection is done without a formal exam process if they meet the minimum educational qualification.
• Two-Child Norm: Candidates with more than two living children (where one child was born on or after 26 January 2001) are not eligible to apply.
• Disqualification Criteria: Impersonation, polygamy, conviction for an offence involving moral turpitude, submission of forged documents or concealment of material information will result in permanent disqualification and legal action.

How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Guide

1. Step 1 – Visit Official Website: Go to the MPESB official website at www.esb.mp.gov.in.
2. Step 2 – Find the Apply Online Link: On the homepage, click on the Apply Online link for 'Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari, Sahayak Jail Adhikshak Direct Recruitment Exam 2026'.
3. Step 3 – Complete Registration: Enter your name, mobile number, email ID and Aadhaar number to complete new registration.
4. Step 4 – Fill the Application Form: Enter personal details, educational qualification, category, district preference and post priority order carefully.
5. Step 5 – Upload Required Documents: Scan and upload a passport-size colour photo (white background, not more than 3 months old), signature, handwritten declaration, date-of-birth proof and caste certificate (if applicable).
6. Step 6 – Pay the Application Fee: Pay the prescribed exam fee (Rs. 500/- for UR; Rs. 250/- for SC/ST/OBC/EWS) through Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking or an MP Online authorised Kiosk. Portal charge of Rs. 60/- (Kiosk) or Rs. 20/- (self-login) is payable extra.
7. Step 7 – Submit and Take Printout: Review all details, submit the form and save the application receipt printout. Keep your Application Form Number safely — it is required to download the Admit Card later.

Helpdesk: MP Online Helpdesk: 0755-6720200 | Complaint Email: complaint.esb@mp.gov.in | Toll-Free: 18002337899

Documents Required for MPESB Van Rakshak 2026

The following documents must be scanned and uploaded with the online application form. Application will not be accepted in their absence:

• Recent colour passport-size photograph (white background; date and name mentioned on the photo)
• Signature (clear, not in capital letters; only one consistent signature accepted)
• Handwritten declaration: "I declare that all information provided in my application is completely true. If any information is found false at any stage, my candidature may be cancelled."
• Date-of-birth proof – Class 8th / 10th / 12th marksheet showing date of birth
• SC / ST / OBC / EWS caste certificate issued by Anuvibhagiya Adhikari (Sub-Divisional Officer)
• Divyang (Disability) certificate from competent authority (if applicable)
• Home Guard / Nagar Sainik service certificate (3 years of service) – if claiming horizontal reservation
• Ex-Serviceman discharge certificate from the Director, Sainik Welfare Board (if applicable)
• Contractual employee service certificate (if claiming OBC contractual reservation)
• NCC 'C' certificate (if applicable, for priority in selection)

Document Verification: Original documents along with self-attested copies must be produced at the time of Physical Measurement Test / PET. Unauthenticated copies will not be accepted. Forged documents will lead to automatic cancellation of candidature and criminal prosecution.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – MPESB Van Rakshak Recruitment 2026

How many total posts are there in MPESB Van Rakshak Recruitment 2026?

MPESB Van Rakshak Recruitment 2026 has a total of 1679 posts — Van Rakshak: 728, Kshetra Rakshak: 169, Jail Prahari: 757, and Sahayak Jail Adhikshak: 25.

What is the last date to apply for MPESB Van Rakshak 2026?

The last date to fill the online application form for MPESB Van Rakshak 2026 is 14 March 2026. Corrections in the form can be made until 19 March 2026.

When is the exam date for Van Rakshak and Jail Prahari 2026?

The online examination for Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari and Sahayak Jail Adhikshak will commence from 07 April 2026. First shift is from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and second shift is from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

What is the application fee for MPESB Van Rakshak 2026?

For Unreserved (UR) category: Rs. 500/- per question paper. For SC/ST/OBC/EWS and Divyang (MP domicile only): Rs. 250/- per question paper. For Backlog posts: No fee. An additional MP Online portal charge of Rs. 60/- (via Kiosk) or Rs. 20/- (via Registered Citizen User login) is also payable.

What are the physical standards for Van Rakshak 2026?

For Van Rakshak (Male): Height 163 cm, Chest 79 cm (normal) with minimum expansion of 5 cm. For Female: Height 150 cm. For SC/ST Male: minimum height is 152 cm; for SC/ST Female: 145 cm. In the Walking Test, males must cover 25 km in 4 hours and females 14 km in 4 hours.

What is the educational qualification required for Van Rakshak 2026?

For Van Rakshak and Kshetra Rakshak: Candidates must have passed High School (10th class) from MP Board or a recognized institution. For Sahayak Jail Adhikshak: A Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) from a recognized university is required.

What is the syllabus and exam pattern for MPESB Van Rakshak 2026?

For Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak and Jail Prahari, the written exam carries 100 marks with objective-type questions covering General Knowledge, General Hindi, General English, General Mathematics and General Science at High School (10th) level. For Sahayak Jail Adhikshak, the same subjects are tested at Graduation level. Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for each wrong answer.

What is the age limit for Van Rakshak Recruitment 2026?

Minimum age is 18 years (21 years for Sahayak Jail Adhikshak) and maximum age is 33 years. For Female/SC/ST/OBC/Government Servants/Nagar Sainik category, the maximum age is 38 years (with 5-year relaxation). Age is calculated as on 01 January 2026.

Official Source – Notification PDF

All information in this article has been sourced directly from the official Rule Book (Niyam Pustika) released by MPESB Bhopal for the Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari and Sahayak Jail Adhikshak Direct Recruitment Examination 2026.

Official Website: www.esb.mp.gov.in

E-Complaint Email: Complaint.esb@mp.gov.in

 

Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to read the official Notification PDF before applying. Rules may change. Always check the official website for the latest updates before filling the application form.