Thousands of youth across the state are eagerly watching this recruitment drive for forest department. The application process has started, and a large number of candidates are filling the form. However, as soon as the category-wise details of the posts came out, controversy arose over the reservation system. Political parties and social organizations have started demanding an explanation from the government. They say that if the reservation roster is not followed, the validity of the recruitment process will be questioned. In such a case, the scheduled exam last date and subsequent process may be affected.
Madhya Pradesh Staff Selection Board has started a major recruitment process for Forest Department. Direct recruitment is proposed for 728 forest guard posts under this recruitment drive. However, controversy has arisen after the category-wise vacancy figures published in the advertisement came to light. It has been alleged that not a single post has been reserved for the Scheduled Caste category, whereas representation is required for all categories under the state’s reservation roster.
This recruitment drive includes not only forest guard posts but also other posts. The Staff Selection Board has invited applications for a total of over 1,500 posts.
| position | Number of posts |
|---|---|
| Jungle Guard | 728 |
| Prison guard | 757 |
| Assistant Jail Superintendent | 25 |
This recruitment process will fill up a large number of vacancies in the state forest and prison departments. That is why this recruitment is considered important for the youth.
Reservations for 728 forest guard posts have been set for various categories. However, the omission of the Scheduled Caste category from the released details has led to controversy. Experts say that if irregularities in the reservation roster are proved, the recruitment process can be halted.
| sq | positions |
|---|---|
| unguarded | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes | 84 |
| Other Backward Classes | 117 |
| EWS | 48 |
The application process for Forest Guard Recruitment has started. The Staff Selection Board has released a detailed schedule. Thousands of candidates from across the state are applying for this exam.
Application Opening Date: 28th February, 2026
Application Deadline: March 14, 2026
Last date for application modification: March 19, 2026
Proposed Exam Date: 7th April, 2026
Political reactions have also started to emerge on this issue. Congress leader Pradeep Ahirwar said that reservation roster should be followed in recruitment. He alleged that if the Scheduled Castes were not given representation, the Congress would protest on the issue. He said that the government should immediately provide clarity on this matter.
According to experts, if reservation norms are not followed in any recruitment, it can be challenged in court. In such a case, the examination process may be affected. Therefore, the government and the Staff Selection Board will have to clarify their position on this issue. In the coming days, the discussion on this matter at the administrative and political level is likely to intensify.
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