MPESB PET Schedule 2026: Van Rakshak, Kshetra Rakshak & Jail Prahari Physical Test Dates
MPESB has announced the second-phase physical test schedule for Jail Prahari, Assistant Jail Superintendent, Van Rakshak & Kshetra Rakshak. Physical tests for Jail Prahari & AJS will be held from 7 October to 18 October 2026 at International Sports Complex, Neelbad, Bhopal. Forest Guard walking tests are conducted separately by the Forest Department.
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MPESB Phase-2 Physical Test Schedule 2026 Declared
Phase-2 (PST / PET)Following the first-phase written result declaration on 14 August 2026, the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) and respective custodial departments have scheduled the second-phase physical proficiency, physical standards measurement, and document verification for 1,679 total posts.
⚠️ Important Notice on Post-Wise Physical Testing Authorities
Do not confuse the Bhopal Jail Department schedule with Forest Guard / Field Guard!
• Jail Prahari & Assistant Jail Superintendent: Physical test is organized centrally at Bhopal from 7 to 18 October 2026.
• Van Rakshak & Kshetra Rakshak: Physical measurement and 4-hour walking endurance tests (Paidarchal) are conducted independently by the MP Forest Department at regional Forest Circle field headquarters.
Post-Wise Physical Standards (PST) & Physical Test (PET) Comparison
| Post Title | Male Height | Female Height | Chest (Male) | Primary Physical Test (PET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Rakshak (Forest Guard) | 163 cm | 150 cm | 79 cm (+5 cm) | Walking Test: 25 km (Male) / 14 km (Female) in 4 Hours (Qualifying) |
| Kshetra Rakshak (Field Guard) | 163 cm | 150 cm | 79 cm (+5 cm) | Walking Test: 25 km (Male) / 14 km (Female) in 4 Hours (Qualifying) |
| Jail Prahari (Jail Warder) | 165 cm | 158 cm | 83 cm | 800m Run (2m 50s Male / 4m 00s Female) + Shot Put 20 ft (Male) / 16 ft (Female) |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | 168 cm | 155 cm | 84–89 cm | 800m Run + Long Jump (13 ft Male / 10 ft Female) + Shot Put |
📍 Jail Department PET Venue
International Sports Complex
Opposite Madhya Pradesh Shooting Academy,
Nathu Barkheda Road, Neelbad,
Bhopal – 462044, Madhya Pradesh.
Approx. 14 km from Bhopal Junction & 16 km from Rani Kamlapati (RKMP) Railway Station.
⏰ Reporting Time & Gate Timings
• Daily Testing Window: 07:00 AM to 02:00 PM
• Gate Entry Commences: 06:30 AM
• Biometric Verification: 07:00 AM Sharp
• Gate Closure: 08:30 AM (Strictly enforced)
Arrive before 06:30 AM to complete Aadhaar biometric verification comfortably.
🔒 Mandatory Aadhaar Biometric Authentication
At the test ground entry gate, every candidate must undergo fingerprint biometric authentication matching their UIDAI Aadhaar records. Please unlock your Aadhaar biometrics through the mAadhaar app or UIDAI website prior to the test date. Locked biometrics will cause on-the-spot gate rejection.
Source: Official examination notice, syllabus guidelines, and admit card portal published by Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB).
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