The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the rule book for the Group-2 Sub-Group-4 Combined Recruitment Exam 2026. Candidates should note that the 200 Patwari posts included in this recruitment are specifically for eligible Divyang/PwBD candidates.

The same rule book also includes several other posts from different Madhya Pradesh Government departments. Qualification, age limit, experience and salary for those posts may differ, so candidates should check the exact conditions for their selected post code before applying.

MPESB Patwari Bharti 2026 – Overview

Particular Details
Organization MPESB, Bhopal
Exam Name Group-2 Sub-Group-4 Combined Recruitment Exam 2026
Patwari Vacancies 200 PwBD Posts
Application Mode Online
Start Date 04 August 2026
Last Date 18 August 2026
Correction Last Date 23 August 2026
Exam Date From 22 September 2026

Important Dates

Event Date
Online Application Start 04 August 2026
Application Last Date 18 August 2026
Correction Window Start 04 August 2026
Correction Last Date 23 August 2026
Exam Date 22 September 2026 onwards
Important: The 200 Patwari vacancies in this recruitment are reserved for eligible Divyang/PwBD candidates. This is not a general Patwari recruitment.

MPESB Patwari Vacancy 2026

The 200 Patwari posts are reserved specifically for Divyang/PwBD category candidates. The vacancies are distributed district-wise and are divided among eligible disability categories.

Disability Category Posts
Hearing Impaired (EH) 94
Locomotor Disability (LD) 45
Multiple Disability (MD) 61
Total 200
Note: Visually impaired candidates are not eligible for the Patwari post under this recruitment. Candidates should check the district-wise post code and disability eligibility in the official rule book.

Other Group 2 Sub Group 4 Vacancies

The same rule book also includes several posts in different Madhya Pradesh Government departments. Qualification, experience, salary and eligibility conditions for these posts are different from the Patwari post.

Candidates applying for any other post should check the exact eligibility, category-wise vacancy, pay scale and experience requirements for their selected post code in the official rule book.

Eligibility Criteria

Patwari Educational Qualification

  • Candidate must be an Indian citizen.
  • Candidate must be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
  • A graduate degree from a recognized university is required.
  • A valid Divyang/PwBD certificate issued by a competent authority is required.

CPCT Requirement

A CPCT score card covering Hindi typing and computer proficiency is required for the Patwari post.

However, if a selected candidate does not have a valid CPCT score card at the time of selection, they must clear CPCT within 3 years of the probation period. Failure to clear it within the prescribed period may result in cancellation of appointment.

Age Limit

Category Age Limit
Patwari PwBD – MP Resident 18 to 45 Years
Age Calculation Date 01 January 2026

Age limits and relaxation conditions for other Group-2 Sub-Group-4 posts may differ. Candidates should check their specific post conditions in the official rule book.

Application Fee

Category Fee
Unreserved (UR) ₹500
MP SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD ₹250
Direct Recruitment – Backlog No Fee

Portal Charges

Mode Charge
MP Online Kiosk ₹60
Registered Citizen Login ₹20

Selection Process

  • Selection is primarily based on the online written examination.
  • For multi-shift examinations, MPESB uses its notified percentile/normalisation procedure.
  • Post/district allotment is based on merit and applicable preference rules.
  • Documents and PwBD certificates are verified after selection as applicable.
  • No separate interview stage is mentioned for this recruitment.

Exam Pattern

Particular Details
Mode Online Objective Examination
Total Marks 200 Marks
Part A General Science, General Hindi, General English, General Mathematics – 100 Marks
Part B General Knowledge & Aptitude, Computer Knowledge, Reasoning and Management – 100 Marks
Duration 3 Hours
Correct Answer +1 Mark
Negative Marking 0.25 Mark Deducted for Each Wrong Answer

MP Patwari Salary

Patwari Pay Scale: ₹5,200–20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,100

Actual in-hand salary may vary depending on applicable government rules, allowances and deductions.

Documents Required

  • Recent photograph and signature
  • Educational qualification documents
  • Date of birth proof
  • Category certificate, if applicable
  • Divyang/PwBD certificate for Patwari applicants
  • CPCT score card, if available/applicable
  • Other certificates required for the selected post/category

How to Apply Online

  1. Visit the official MPESB website.
  2. Open the Group-2 Sub-Group-4 Combined Recruitment Exam 2026 application section.
  3. Read the official rule book carefully.
  4. Complete registration/profile requirements.
  5. Fill in personal and educational details.
  6. Select only the post codes for which you are eligible.
  7. Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
  8. Pay the applicable examination fee and portal charge.
  9. Review the application carefully before final submission.
  10. Save/print the application number and acknowledgement.

Important Instructions Before Applying

  • The 200 Patwari posts are only for eligible Divyang/PwBD candidates.
  • Visually impaired candidates are not eligible for these Patwari posts.
  • Check your disability category eligibility before applying.
  • CPCT may be cleared within the prescribed probation period if not already qualified.
  • Fill district/post preferences carefully.
  • Eligibility for other Group-2 Sub-Group-4 posts is different from Patwari.

Important Links

Link Action
Apply Online Apply Online
Official Rule Book Download PDF
Official Website Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many Patwari vacancies are there?

There are 200 Patwari vacancies for eligible Divyang/PwBD candidates.

Q2. Can non-PwBD candidates apply for these 200 Patwari posts?

No. These 200 Patwari posts are reserved for eligible Divyang/PwBD candidates.

Q3. What is the last date to apply?

The last date for online application is 18 August 2026.

Q4. What is the educational qualification?

A graduate degree from a recognized university is required for the Patwari post.

Q5. Is CPCT compulsory?

Candidates who do not already have CPCT must clear it within the prescribed probation period after appointment.

Q6. Is there negative marking?

Yes. 0.25 mark is deducted for every wrong answer.

Q7. When will the exam start?

The examination is scheduled to begin from 22 September 2026.

Disclaimer: This information has been prepared from the official MPESB Group-2 Sub-Group-4 Combined Recruitment Exam 2026 rule book. Candidates should read the official notification carefully before submitting the application, as recruitment conditions may be revised by the authority.