MPESB Group-2 Subgroup-4 Combined Recruitment Exam 2026: Complete Guide to Patwari & 1000+ Government Jobs in Madhya Pradesh
Looking for a stable government job in Madhya Pradesh in 2026? The Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB / ESB MP) has released the official rulebook for Group-2 Subgroup-4 Combined Recruitment Examination 2026. This single exam opens doors to hundreds of third-grade posts across multiple departments — including a special drive for 200 Patwari posts reserved exclusively for Divyangjan (Persons with Disabilities).
This is one of the most comprehensive recruitment exercises by ESB MP this year. Whether you are a graduate looking for Patwari, Panchayat Coordination Officer, Data Entry Operator, Assistant Manager, or posts in medical colleges, dairy federations, agriculture marketing, or municipal corporations — this blog covers everything you need in both English and Hindi.
Important Dates | महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ (Must Bookmark)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 04 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 August 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 04 August to 23 August 2026 |
| Exam Start Date | 22 September 2026 (Tuesday onwards) |
Application Fee
- Unreserved: ₹500
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Divyang (MP domicile only): ₹250
- Backlog posts (Direct Recruitment): No fee
- Portal charges: ₹60 (Kiosk) or ₹20 (Registered Citizen User)
Note: Aadhaar registration is mandatory. Multi-level biometric verification will be done at the exam centre. Original photo ID (Voter ID, PAN, Aadhaar, Driving Licence or Passport) + Aadhaar details are compulsory.
Why This Exam is Special | यह परीक्षा क्यों खास है?
- One Exam – Multiple Departments: Candidates can apply for multiple posts by giving preference order. Selection is based on merit + preference.
- Special 200 Patwari Posts for Divyangjan: District-wise vacancies for Hearing Impaired (EH), Locomotor Disability (LD) and Multiple Disability (MD). Visual impairment candidates are not eligible for Patwari.
- Percentile System: Multi-shift exams will use Normalised Equi-Percentile (NEP) scaling for fair ranking.
- Contract Staff Advantage: Special reservation and age relaxation up to 55 years for those with 5+ years continuous contractual service.
- Mandatory Employment Exchange Registration: Every candidate must have live registration in MP Employment Office.
- Baiga, Saharia & Bhariya Tribes: Special offline application process for non-executive posts (Form-2).
Eligibility Criteria | पात्रता मानदंड
Common Requirements
- Indian citizen + Madhya Pradesh domicile (mandatory for most benefits).
- Live registration in Madhya Pradesh Employment Office.
- Minimum educational qualification must be completed on or before the last date of application.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
- General: 18–40 years
- SC/ST/OBC/Women/Divyang/Ex-servicemen/Government employees (MP): 18–45 years
- Contractual employees (eligible categories): Maximum 55 years
- Maximum age after all relaxations cannot exceed 45 years (except specific categories under Rule 14 and contractual staff).
Patwari Specific Eligibility
- Graduate from a recognised university.
- CPCT Score Card with Hindi Typing + Computer Proficiency (can be cleared within 3 years of joining if not already done).
- Valid Disability Certificate issued by competent authority.
- Pay Scale: ₹5200–20200 + ₹2100 Grade Pay (first 3 years as per fixed pay rules).
Minimum Qualifying Marks
- Unreserved: 50%
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Divyang: 40% (10% relaxation)
Exam Pattern & Syllabus | परीक्षा पैटर्न और पाठ्यक्रम
Mode: Computer Based Online Test Duration: 3 hours Total Questions: 200 Total Marks: 200 Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
Paper Structure
| Part | Subjects | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| (A) | General Science, General Hindi, General English, General Mathematics | 100 |
| (B) | General Knowledge & Interest, General Computer Knowledge, General Reasoning Ability, General Management | 100 |
Shifts
- First Shift: Reporting 7:00–8:00 AM, Exam 9:00 AM–12:00 Noon
- Second Shift: Reporting 12:30–1:30 PM, Exam 2:30–5:30 PM
Important Rules
- No electronic devices (mobile, calculator, smart watch, etc.) allowed.
- Candidates cannot leave the exam hall before the end of the exam.
- Black ball point pen required.
- Admit Card can be downloaded only using Application Number.
Major Vacancies Overview | प्रमुख रिक्तियों का विवरण
The rulebook lists vacancies across 50+ departments. Here are some of the biggest opportunities:
High-Volume Posts
- Panchayat Coordination Officer (Panchayat Raj Directorate): 311 + 54 backlog = 365 posts
- Assistant Sub-Inspector (Madhya Pradesh State Agriculture Marketing Board): 530 posts
- Computer Operator cum Assistant Grade-3 (Social Justice & Divyang Empowerment): 124 posts
- Investigator/Block Level Investigator (Economic & Statistics Directorate): 82 posts
- Mandal Coordinator (Tribal Welfare): 72 posts
- Junior Assistant (MP State Civil Supplies Corporation): 67 posts
- Assistant Manager (Industry Directorate): 45 posts
- Amin (Water Resources Department): 34 posts
Patwari (Special Divyang Drive): Exactly 200 posts distributed district-wise under UR/Open, EH, LD and MD categories. Total EH: 94, LD: 45, MD: 61.
Other notable posts include Data Entry Operators, Assistant Programmers, Librarians, Cataloguers, Social Workers, Stenographers, Accountants, Fire Officers, Revenue Inspectors, and various posts in medical colleges, dairy federations (Indore, Ujjain, Jabalpur, Bundelkhand), municipal corporations, and cooperative societies.
Reservation
- Vertical: ST 20%, SC 16%, OBC 27% (subject to court orders), EWS 10%
- Horizontal: Women 35%, Divyang 6% (1.5% each for VH, EH, LD, MD), Ex-servicemen 10% (Group C)
Selection Process | चयन प्रक्रिया
- Online written examination (percentile-based ranking for multi-shift).
- Document verification by the concerned department.
- For Patwari: District preference given at the time of application is final. Only one counselling. No posting in home tehsil.
- Waiting list of 15% remains valid for one year or till next exam result.
- Final appointment is provisional until all documents and character verification are completed.
Disqualifications include early marriage (before 21 for men / 18 for women), more than two living children after 26.01.2001, moral turpitude, forged documents, etc.
How to Apply | आवेदन कैसे करें?
- Visit official website: www.esb.mp.gov.in
- Register / Login and fill the single online form.
- Upload required documents and give post preferences carefully.
- Pay fee and take printout of application.
- Keep Application Number safe — it is required for Admit Card.
Special Note for Primitive Tribes (Baiga, Saharia, Bhariya): For non-executive posts, submit offline Form-2 with certificates directly to the concerned department before the last date. Applications sent to ESB will be rejected.
Preparation Tips for Success | सफलता के टिप्स
- Focus equally on both parts (100 + 100).
- Strengthen General Hindi, English, Maths and Reasoning.
- Practice previous ESB papers and computer basics.
- For Patwari aspirants: Clear CPCT early if not done.
- Keep all original documents ready (domicile, caste, disability, employment registration, educational certificates).
- Monitor the website regularly for Admit Card and result updates.
Final Words | अंतिम बात
MPESB Group-2 Subgroup-4 Combined Exam 2026 is a golden opportunity for graduates in Madhya Pradesh. With clear dates, transparent process, special provisions for Divyangjan and contractual staff, and a wide range of posts, this is one of the most candidate-friendly recruitments of the year.
Start your preparation today. Apply between 4 August and 18 August 2026. Do not miss the correction window ending 23 August.
