MP Forest and Jail Department Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 1679 Posts

A total of 1679 vacancies have been announced under the MP Forest and Jail Department Recruitment 2026. Department-wise vacancy details are given below.

Forest Department Vacancies

Jail Department Vacancies

Overall Vacancy

Forest Guard and Jail Prahari posts account for the majority of vacancies.

Candidates applying for MP Forest and Jail Department Recruitment 2026 must fulfill the prescribed educational qualification and age criteria.

Educational Qualification

Age Limit

Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.

Age Relaxation

A relaxation of 5 years in the upper age limit is available for:

• Female Candidates
• SC
• ST
• OBC
• Ex-Servicemen

Candidates must possess qualifications from a recognised board or university.

Candidates applying for MP Forest and Jail Department Recruitment 2026 should keep all required documents ready for application, examination, and document verification stages.

Educational Documents

• Class 10 Marksheet
• Class 12 Marksheet
• Graduation Degree/Marksheet (for Assistant Jail Superintendent)
• Equivalent Qualification Certificate (if applicable)

Identity Documents

• Aadhaar Card
• Voter ID
• PAN Card
• Driving License
• Any Valid Photo ID

Category Documents

• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
• EWS Certificate
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• Ex-Serviceman Certificate (if applicable)

Other Documents

• Passport Size Photograph
• Scanned Signature
• Application Form Printout
• Domicile Certificate (if required)

Applications for MP Forest and Jail Department Recruitment 2026 will be accepted through online mode only. Candidates should complete the application process before the last date.

Application Process

Step 1: Visit the MPESB or MP Online portal.

Step 2: Complete profile registration.

Step 3: Fill in personal and educational details.

Step 4: Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.

Step 5: Pay the prescribed application fee.

Step 6: Verify all details in the preview section.

Step 7: Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.

Application Fee

Additional portal and correction charges may apply.

Candidates will be selected through the recruitment process prescribed by MPESB.

Selection Stages

1. Computer Based Test (CBT)

All eligible candidates must appear in the Computer Based Test.

2. Merit List

A merit list will be prepared based on CBT scores.

3. Document Verification

Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification.

4. Final Selection

Final selection will be made according to merit and recruitment rules.

Important Note

Selection is subject to eligibility, document verification, and available vacancies.