Overview
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has revised the examination date for the Group-2 Sub Group-1 recruitment, including Krashi Vistar Adhikari or Agriculture Extension Officer posts. The computer-based examination for 2,784 vacancies is now scheduled to be held on 17 September 2026 in two shifts at designated centres across Madhya Pradesh.
Candidates should download the revised schedule PDF and monitor the MPESB portal for the admit card release date, allotted examination city and centre-specific instructions.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) |
| Post Name | Krashi Vistar Adhikari/Agriculture Extension Officer and other Group-2 Sub Group-1 posts |
| Total Vacancies | 2,784 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | esb.mp.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | 17 September 2026 |
| Result Date | TBA |
The revised CBT is expected to be conducted in two shifts. The first shift will generally be held during the morning session and the second during the afternoon session. Exact reporting time, gate-closing time and test duration will be printed on each candidate’s admit card. Candidates must follow the timings on their hall ticket rather than relying on earlier schedules.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Science, Horticulture or another relevant discipline from a recognised university or institution for the Agriculture Extension Officer post.
- Educational requirements may differ for other posts covered under the Group-2 Sub Group-1 combined recruitment.
- Applicants must have obtained the required qualification by the cut-off date specified in the detailed recruitment rulebook.
- Candidates should check post-wise subject requirements and equivalence conditions before appearing for document verification.
Age Limit
- The usual minimum age requirement is 18 years.
- The upper age limit is generally 40 years, subject to the post and recruitment rules.
- Age relaxation is applicable to eligible SC, ST, OBC, women, persons with disabilities, government employees and other reserved categories under Madhya Pradesh government norms.
- The relevant cut-off date and category-specific upper age limit must be verified from the detailed notification.
Fees
- General and candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh: generally ₹500 per paper.
- Eligible SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwD candidates who are residents of Madhya Pradesh: generally ₹250 per paper.
- Online portal or kiosk charges may be collected separately.
- Candidates should treat the fee shown in the official application portal or recruitment rulebook as final.
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test: Eligible candidates must appear for the objective-type CBT scheduled for 17 September 2026. Marks obtained in the examination will be used to prepare the merit list.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be asked to produce original educational, identity, domicile, category and other applicable certificates.
- Final Merit and Appointment: Final selection will be based on CBT performance, eligibility verification, reservation rules and fulfilment of departmental requirements.
How to Apply
- Visit the MPESB official website at esb.mp.gov.in and open the Group-2 Sub Group-1 recruitment section.
- Read the detailed rulebook carefully, including the post-wise vacancy distribution, qualification, age limit and reservation provisions.
- Complete the required candidate profile or registration using an active mobile number, email address and valid identification details.
- Fill in personal, academic, category and domicile information exactly as recorded in the supporting documents.
- Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and other certificates in the specified format and file size.
- Pay the application and portal fees through the available online payment method, where applicable.
- Submit the form and retain a printout of the confirmation page and fee receipt. If the application window has closed, candidates should use the portal only for schedule, admit card and examination updates.
- Once released, download the admit card and verify the candidate’s name, roll number, shift, reporting time, examination city and centre address.
Candidates must carry a printed admit card and an original valid photo ID, such as an Aadhaar card, voter ID, driving licence, PAN card or passport. A recent passport-size photograph should also be carried if instructed. Electronic devices, calculators, smartwatches, notes and prohibited items must not be taken inside the centre.
Important Links
FAQs
1. What is the revised MPESB Krashi Vistar Adhikari exam date?
The revised computer-based examination will be held on 17 September 2026.
2. How many vacancies are included in the recruitment?
The Group-2 Sub Group-1 recruitment drive covers 2,784 vacancies, including Agriculture Extension Officer-related posts.
3. When will the MPESB admit card be released?
The admit card release date is yet to be announced. Candidates should regularly check the official MPESB website for the download link, examination city and shift details.
