The MPESB Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal for direct recruitment under the Forest Department. As per the official rulebook, A total of 1,679 vacancies are available for Forest Guard (Vanrakshak), Forester (Kshetra Rakshak), Jail Prahari, and Assistant Jail Superintendent posts under the Direct Recruitment Examination 2026.

Candidates searching for MP Forest Guard 2026 apply online, MPESB Forest Guard notification 2026, Vanrakshak recruitment 2026 vacancies, and MP Forest Guard 2026 last date must carefully review the complete details below before submitting the online application form.

The online application process starts from 28 February 2026 and the last date to apply is 14 March 2026. The written examination will begin from 07 April 2026 in two shifts.

Last Updated on 05 March 2026

📅 Important Dates – MPESB Forest Guard Recruitment 2026

⚠️ Last Date to Apply: 14 March 2026

📊 Vacancy Details – MP Forest Guard 2026

Category-Wise Vacancy (Forest Guard)

Important reservation provisions include horizontal reservation for Home Guard volunteers and Ex-Servicemen, along with reservation for contract employees and outstanding sportspersons as per government rules.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Forest Guard (Vanrakshak)

Candidates must have passed:

• Higher Secondary (10+2) system
  OR
• High School (10th) under old system
  From a recognized board.

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Educational qualifications for Forester, Jail Prahari, and Assistant Jail Superintendent are specified in the official notification and recruitment rules.

Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)

Age relaxation is applicable only to Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates as per state government rules.

Nationality

• Must be a citizen of India
  OR
• Citizen of Nepal (subject to required certification under MP Civil Services Rules 1961)

Other Mandatory Conditions

• Live registration in MP Employment Office is compulsory.
• Aadhaar registration mandatory.
• Original photo ID proof required at exam center.
• Biometric verification mandatory.

💰 Application Fee

Direct Recruitment Posts

• UR Candidates: ₹500 per paper
• SC/ST/OBC/PwD (MP Domicile Only): ₹250 per paper
• Backlog Posts: No Fee

Portal Charges

• ₹60 via MP Online Kiosk
• ₹20 via registered citizen login

🧪 Selection Process

The recruitment process includes:

1. Computer-Based Online Examination
2. Additional selection stages as prescribed by the concerned department.

Examination Shift Timing

Candidates must bring:

• Aadhaar card or Aadhaar number
• Original photo identity proof
• Admit card downloaded from the official portal

Biometric verification will be conducted at the examination center.

💼 Salary & Allowances

Forest Guard (Vanrakshak)

• Pay Scale: ₹19,500 – ₹62,000

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Salary and allowances will be provided according to Madhya Pradesh Government pay structure and departmental rules.

Employees will also receive government benefits including dearness allowance, house rent allowance, and other applicable allowances.

📝 How to Apply – MP Forest Guard 2026 Apply Online

1. Visit the official MPESB portal.
2. Complete Aadhaar-based registration.
3. Fill the online application form carefully.
4. Upload required documents.

5. Pay the application fee.
6. Submit the form and download confirmation.

Important Application Tips

• Ensure Aadhaar is unlocked before exam day.
• Double-check category and personal details.
• Keep employment registration active.
• Avoid last-day server rush.

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