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Madhya Pradesh Forest Guard 2026 - MP Professional Examination Board
Total Vacancies
2640
Qualification
12th pass from recog...
Last Date
31 Jul 2026
Pay Scale
Level-4: Rs 25,500 -...
MP Forest Guard 2026
MP Forest Guard (Van Rakshak) recruitment 2026. 2,640 vacancies. 12th pass eligible. Apply 15 Jun - 31 Jul 2026. Written exam 8 Nov 2026. Physical test Jan 2027. Medical Mar 2027. Posting in MP forest divisions across the state.
Eligibility
12th pass from recognized board. Science stream preferred. Age 18-40 years. MP domicile preferred. Must be physically fit for forest duties. Height: Male 163cm, Female 150cm.
Selection Process
Written Exam (CBT 100 marks) -> Physical Efficiency Test -> Document Verification -> Medical. Final merit based on CBT marks only. No interview.
Forest Guard / Van Rakshak — Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | MPPEB (VYAPAM) |
| Total Vacancies | 2,640 |
| Post | Forest Guard |
| Last Date | 31 July 2026 |
| Exam Date | 8 November 2026 |
| Pay Scale | Level-4 (Rs 25,500-81,100) |
| Selection | CBT + Physical + Medical |
Quick Summary
- Total Vacancies: 2,640
- Last Date to Apply: 31 July 2026
- Qualification: 12th pass from recognized board. Science stream preferred.
- Pay Scale: Level-4 (Rs 25,500-81,100)
- How to Apply: Apply online through official website
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Exam Date | 08 Nov 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | N/A |
| Result Date | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Starting basic pay Rs 25,500 per month. Gross salary approximately Rs 32,000-36,000 per month with DA, HRA, and forest allowances.
No, science is not mandatory. 12th pass in any stream is eligible. However, science stream candidates get preference.
Male: 25km walk in 4 hours, 100m sprint in 14 sec. Female: 14km walk in 4 hours, 100m sprint in 16 sec. Must pass medical examination.