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MP Van Rakshak & Jail Prahari Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1679 Posts
MPESBMadhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board🕐 Updated: 22/06/2026 - 03:12 PM⏳ Last Date: 30-04-2026
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released an official notification for selection to the post of Van Rakshak & Kshetra Rakshak (Karyapalik) (Van Vibhag), Jail Prahari (Karyapalik) (Jail Vibhag) and Assistant Jail Superintend Combined Recruitment Test- 2026 for 1679 vacancies. All eligible citizens can submit online application form at MPESB official portal esb.mp.gov.in from 28th February 2026 to till the application closing date 30th April 2026 for Van Rakshak & Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari and Assistant Jail Superintend Combined Recruitment Test 2026.
📅 Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 28-02-2026
- Application Last Date: 30-04-2026 (Extended)
- Form Correction Last Date: 30-04-2026
💳 Application Fee
- General: Rs.500/-
- SC/ ST/ OBC/ PH: Rs.250/-
- Pay fee through online using debit card/ credit card/ internet banking etc.
👤 Age Limit
- Age as on: 01.01.2026
- Jail Superintend: 21-33 Years
- All Other Posts: 18-33 Years
- (For Age Relaxation See Notification.)
📋 Total Post
1679
Total Vacancies
MP Van Rakshak, Jail Prahari & Others Eligibility Criteria 2026
Higher Secondary in old system or Class X in 10+2 system from Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education or recognized institution (High School).
The applicant must have passed at least the High School examination under the 10+2 system or Higher Secondary examination under the old system.
The applicant must have passed graduation degree from a recognized university.
MP Van Rakshak, Jail Prahari Vacancy 2026 Details
| Post Name | Salary | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|
| Van Rakshak | 19500 - 62000 | 310 | 0 | 143 | 198 | 77 | 728 |
| Kshetra Rakshak | 19500 - 62000 | 44 | 28 | 34 | 46 | 17 | 169 |
| Jail Prahari | 19500 - 62000 | 253 | 121 | 151 | 204 | 28 | 757 |
| Assistant Jail Superintend | 36200 - 114800 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25 |
| Total | 1679 |
|---|
MP Van Rakshak, Jail Prahari Physical Standard Test 2026
| Post Name | Gender | Height | Chest |
|---|
| Van Rakshak | Male | 163 cm | 79-84 cm |
| Female | 150 cm | X |
| Kshetra Rakshak | Male | 163 cm | 79-84 cm |
| Female | 150 cm | X |
| Jail Prahari | Male | 165 cm | 83 cm |
| Female | 158 cm | X |
| Assistant Jail Superintend | Male | 168 cm | 84-89 cm |
| Female | 155 cm | X |
MP Van Rakshak, Jail Prahari Physical Endurance Test 2026
| Post Name | Test | Male | Female |
|---|
| Van Rakshak | Walking | Walk 25 Km in 4 Hour | Walk 14 Km in 4 Hour |
| Kshetra Rakshak | Walking | Walk 25 Km in 4 Hour | Walk 14 Km in 4 Hour |
| Jail Prahari | 800 Metre Race | 2 Minute 50 Seconds | 4 Minute |
| Golafek | 20 Feet (7.26 kg) | 16 Feet (4 kg) |
| Assistant Jail Superintend | 800 Metre Race | 2 Minute 40 Seconds | 3 Minute 40 Seconds |
| Golafek | 19 Feet (7.26 kg) | 15 Feet (4 kg) |
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Download Date Extend Notice ❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the MP Van Rakshak and Jail Prahari exam 2026?
The last date to submit your online application and make corrections for the MPESB recruitment 2026 is 30th April 2026.
How many total vacancies are available in this MPESB recruitment?
There are a total of 1679 vacancies available for the posts of Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak, Jail Prahari, and Assistant Jail Superintendent.
What is the application fee for the MP Jail Prahari exam?
The application fee is Rs. 500 for General category candidates and Rs. 250 for SC, ST, OBC, and PH candidates.
What are the age limits for the MP Van Rakshak and Jail Prahari posts?
For Assistant Jail Superintendent, the age limit is 21-33 years, while for all other posts, it is 18-33 years, calculated as of 1st January 2026.
What is the minimum educational qualification required to apply?
Candidates must have passed the High School (Class 10) examination under the 10+2 system or Higher Secondary under the old system, with a graduation degree required for specific posts.
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