📋 Complete Notification Details
Patwari (Divyang / PwD Reserved) & Other Group-2 Subgroup-4 Posts
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal, has released the notification for the Group-02 Subgroup-04 Combined Recruitment Exam 2026, offering a total of 2,306 vacancies. This includes 200 Patwari posts reserved exclusively for Divyang (PwD) candidates under the Land Resource Management Department, Gwalior, and 2,106 vacancies across numerous other departments and posts (Assistant Grade-3, Computer Operator, Surveyor, Revenue Inspector, and more) recruited together under the same examination.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal |
| Exam Name | Group-02 Subgroup-04 Combined Recruitment Exam 2026 |
| Post Names | Patwari (Divyang/PwD) - 200 posts; and various other posts (Assistant Grade-3, Computer Operator, Surveyor, etc.) - 2,106 posts |
| Total Vacancies | 2,306 (200 Patwari-Divyang + 2,106 other posts) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Dates | 04 August to 21 August 2026 |
| Correction Window | 04 August to 23 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | 22 September 2026 onwards |
| Job Location | Various districts across Madhya Pradesh |
| Official Website | esb.mponline.gov.in / www.esb.mp.gov.in |
Employment Type:FULL_TIME
Number of Vacancies:2306
Vacancy Details
Patwari (Divyang) Vacancy - 200 Posts (Reserved for PwD)
| District | EH (Hearing Impaired) | LD (Locomotor Disability) | MD (Multiple Disabilities) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rewa | 10 | 4 | 3 | 17 |
| Dhar | 5 | 2 | 4 | 11 |
| Barwani | 3 | 5 | 2 | 10 |
| Balaghat | 3 | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| Khargone | 6 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
| Chhindwara | 6 | 0 | 2 | 8 |
| ...All Other Districts... | - | - | - | - |
| Grand Total | 94 | 45 | 61 | 200 |
Note: Visually impaired candidates are not eligible for the Patwari post. Other districts each have 1-5 posts; complete details are in the official notification.
Other Group-2 Subgroup-4 Vacancy - 2,106 Posts (Partial List)
| Department | Post | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| M.P. Employees Selection Board | Assistant Sub-Inspector | 530 |
| Office of the Commissioner, Cooperation | Deputy Auditor | 105 |
| Department of Women & Child Development | Statistical Investigator | 88 |
| Farmer Welfare & Agriculture Development | Rural Agriculture Extension Officer | 82 |
| Public Assets Management Department | Assistant Accountant | 72 |
| MP State Civil Supplies Corporation | Junior Assistant | 67 |
| Panchayat & Rural Development Department | Assistant Public Relations Officer | 54 & 311 (two intakes) |
| Scheduled Castes Welfare & Tribal Affairs | Computer Operator & Assistant Grade-3 | 124 |
| Public Assets Management Department | Surveyor | 34 |
| Higher Education Department | Assistant Grade-3 | 45 |
| ...and many more (100+ post/department combinations) | Total: 2,106 | |
Note: This is a partial list. Full department/office-wise vacancy and reservation tables (pages 21–126 of the notification) are available on the official portal.
Eligibility Criteria
Patwari (Divyang) Eligibility
- Nationality & Domicile: Indian citizen and local resident (domicile) of Madhya Pradesh.
- Educational Qualification: Graduation degree from a recognized university.
- Computer Proficiency: Valid CPCT (Computer Proficiency Certification Test) score card, including Hindi typing. Candidates who have not cleared CPCT at the time of application must clear it within 3 years of the probation period after appointment, failing which the appointment will be cancelled.
- Disability: Must hold a Divyang (disability) certificate issued by a competent authority, in the categories eligible for this post: hearing impaired (EH), locomotor disability (LD), or multiple disabilities (MD). Visually impaired candidates are not eligible.
- Employment Registration: Must be registered with the Madhya Pradesh Employment Office (Rozgar Karyalay).
Other Group-2 Subgroup-4 Posts
- Educational qualification and experience requirements vary by post and department (ranging from Class 10/12 pass to graduate/technical qualifications).
- Registration with the Madhya Pradesh Employment Office is mandatory for all posts.
- Candidates must check the post-wise eligibility given in the official notification (Chapter 2b) before applying.
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)
| Post Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Patwari (Divyang) - all categories | 18 to 45 years |
| Other posts - open/general competition | 18 to 40 years |
| Other posts - MP-domicile SC/ST/OBC, women, ex-servicemen, government employees | 18 to 45 years (includes 5-year relaxation) |
Note: In all cases, the maximum age limit will not exceed 45 years.
Salary Details
- Patwari: Pay scale ₹5,200–20,200 with Grade Pay ₹2,100. During the first three years, salary will be paid at 70%, 80%, and 90% of the minimum pay.
- Other Group-2 Subgroup-4 posts: Pay scale varies by post and department. Candidates should check the specific pay scale for their post of interest in the department-wise notification section.
Application Fee: ₹500 for unreserved candidates; ₹250 for MP-domicile SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Divyang candidates. Plus MP Online portal fee (₹60 via Kiosk/MP Online centre, ₹20 via registered citizen user login).
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection Process
- Written Examination (CBT): Online Computer-Based Test of 200 multiple-choice questions for 200 marks.
- Merit List & Counselling: Based on percentile-based merit list, followed by district allotment through a single round of counselling.
- Document Verification: For Patwari (Divyang) posts, verification is done by a District Medical Board and a document verification committee in the allotted district.
Exam Pattern
| Part | Subjects | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | General Science, General Hindi, General English, Basic Mathematics | 100 |
| Part 2 | General Knowledge, Basic Computer Knowledge, Reasoning, General Management | 100 |
| Total (3 hours duration) | 200 | |
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates must apply online through the official MPESB/MP Online portal. Follow these steps:
- Visit Website: Go to esb.mponline.gov.in or www.esb.mp.gov.in.
- Register: Complete the profile registration form with your personal details.
- Fill Application: Log in and fill in the online application form, selecting the relevant post(s)/post code(s).
- Upload Documents: Upload the required documents as per the specified format.
- Pay Fee: Pay the applicable exam fee plus the MP Online portal fee.
- Submit & Print: Submit the form and retain a copy of the application number for future reference.
Important Dates: Application: 04 August to 21 August 2026. Correction Window: 04 to 23 August 2026.
Note for Special Adim Janjati Candidates: For non-executive posts, such candidates must send their application with all necessary certificates, in hard copy, directly to the concerned department (using Format-2 in the notification) before the application closing date.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 04 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 04 August to 23 August 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 22 September 2026 onwards |
🔗 Important Official Links
Official Website (MPESB): https://www.esb.mp.gov.in
Apply Online (MP Online): https://esb.mponline.gov.in
Official Notification (PDF): Available on the MPESB website
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Online Application Only: Applications are accepted only online through the MP Online/MPESB portal.
- Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet the specific educational qualification, age, and domicile criteria for the post(s) you are applying for.
- Disability Certificate: For Patwari posts, a valid Divyang certificate in EH/LD/MD categories is mandatory. Visually impaired candidates are not eligible.
- CPCT Requirement: A valid CPCT score card is required for the Patwari post, or candidates must clear it within 3 years of probation.
- Application Fee: Pay the correct fee online. Fee concessions are available for MP-domicile reserved category candidates.
- Exam Pattern: The CBT consists of 200 multiple-choice questions. Negative marking details are not specified; check the official notification.
- Document Verification: Candidates must produce all original documents at the time of verification.
- Check Official Sources: Regularly visit the MPESB/MP Online website for updates regarding the exam schedule and admit cards.