Overview
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the answer key for the Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari recruitment 2026. The exam was conducted on 04 June 2026. The application process started on 28 February 2026 and ended on 30 April 2026. A total of 1679 vacancies are available. Candidates can check the answer key on the official MPESB website.
Important Dates
Start Date
28-02-2026
Last Date
30-04-2026
Exam Date
04-06-2026
Admit Card
28-05-2026
Correction Date
30-04-2026
Answer Key
22-06-2026
Age Limit Details
Age Limit
Minimum 18 years for all other posts, 21 years for Asst. Jail Superintendent, Maximum 33 years
Age as on
01-01-2026
Application Fee Details
General
₹500
SC / ST / OBC
₹250
EWS / PH (Divyang)
₹250
Correction Charge
₹20
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancy
1679
Vanrakshak
728
Kshetra Rakshak
169
Jail Prahari
757
Jail Superintendent
25
Eligibility Criteria
Vanrakshak: 10th Pass
Kshetra Rakshak: 10th Pass
Jail Prahari: 10th Pass
Jail Superintendent: Graduate
Kshetra Rakshak: 10th Pass
Jail Prahari: 10th Pass
Jail Superintendent: Graduate
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online through the official MPESB portal. Ensure to have all necessary documents ready before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When was the MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari exam conducted?
A: The exam was conducted on 04 June 2026.
A: The exam was conducted on 04 June 2026.
Q: How can I download the MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari answer key?
A: Candidates can download the answer key by visiting the official MPESB website and logging in with their credentials.
A: Candidates can download the answer key by visiting the official MPESB website and logging in with their credentials.
Q: What are the application fees for the MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari recruitment?
A: The application fee is ₹500 for General category and ₹250 for SC/ST/OBC and EWS/PH (Divyang).
A: The application fee is ₹500 for General category and ₹250 for SC/ST/OBC and EWS/PH (Divyang).
Q: What is the age limit for the MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari recruitment?
A: The minimum age is 18 years for most posts and 21 years for Asst. Jail Superintendent, with a maximum age of 33 years.
A: The minimum age is 18 years for most posts and 21 years for Asst. Jail Superintendent, with a maximum age of 33 years.
Q: What is the educational qualification required for the MPESB Van Rakshak / Jail Prahari posts?
A: Candidates should have passed 10th grade for most posts and be a Graduate for the Jail Superintendent post.
A: Candidates should have passed 10th grade for most posts and be a Graduate for the Jail Superintendent post.