Overview
The Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB) has announced 1,679 vacancies for Forest Guard, Field Guard, Jail Warder, and Assistant Jail Superintendent posts for 2026. The recruitment opens on 28 February 2026 and closes on 30 April 2026, with a computer‑based exam starting 7 April 2026. Eligibility ranges from 10th pass for guard posts to graduation for the superintendent role, with a 38‑year age limit and various fee concessions. Applicants must submit an online application, upload documents, and pay the fee before the deadline.
Key Details
- Organization
- Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB)
- Qualification
- 10th Pass or equivalent for Forest Guard and Field Guard, 12th Pass or equivalent for Jail Warder, Graduation for Assistant Jail Superintendent
- Vacancies
- 1679
- Posted
- 28 February 2026
- Last date to apply
- 30 April 2026
Important Dates
| online_application_start_date | 28 February 2026 |
| online_application_last_date_and_fee | 30 April 2026 |
| online_form_correction_window_start | 28 February 2026 |
| online_form_correction_last_date | 30 April 2026 |
| last_date_to_amend_application_form | 19 March 2026 |
| computer_based_exam_start_date | 07 April 2026 |
Important Links
- notificationOpen Link
Vacancy Details
Forest Guard: 728; Field Guard: 169; Jail Warder: 757; Assistant Jail Superintendent: 25
Selection Process
Computer-based written exam, Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document verification, Medical fitness, Final merit list
How to Apply
Check eligibility criteria, Download the official notification PDF, Fill out the online application form, Upload required documents (photograph, signature, certificates), Pay the application fee online, Submit the application, Print or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for MPESB Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 Online Form - Apply Online for 1679 Field Guard, Jail Warder and More Posts?
online application start date: 28 February 2026; online application last date and fee: 30 April 2026; online form correction window start: 28 February 2026; online form correction last date: 30 April 2026; last date to amend application form: 19 March 2026; computer based exam start date: 07 April 2026
What is the application fee?
General/OBC: Rs. 500 per paper; SC/ST/OBC/EWS (MP Domicile): Rs. 250 per paper; Additional Portal Charges: Online: Rs. 20; Kiosk: Rs. 60
What is the age limit?
Min: 18 years, Max: 38 years
What is the selection process?
Computer-based written exam, Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document verification, Medical fitness, Final merit list