Quick answer: applications for MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 Patwari 2106 Posts 2026 closed on 21.08.2026 and the correction window shut on 23.08.2026. The computer based test is on 22.09.2026. Before that, check whether your post code was touched by one of the four corrigenda the Board issued after the rulebook went up, listed below; two of them change posts and qualifications, and neither is carried by most pages covering this recruitment.
Corrigenda issued after the rulebook
| Correction | What it changes |
|---|---|
| Post related notice, 07.08.2026 | Changes to the post list as published in the rulebook of 04.08.2026 |
| Qualification related notice, 07.08.2026 | Changes to the qualification requirements. Read it before assuming your degree still fits the post code you chose |
| Rulebook pages 146, 149 and 150, 07.08.2026 | Replacement pages for the vacancy tables on those three pages |
| Post codes 204 and 205 seat update | Indore Development Authority: post code 204, Assistant Public Relations Officer, one post, unreserved and executive; post code 205, Lekhapal Grade 2, two posts, one unreserved and one OBC, non-executive |
| Post codes 164 and 165 department name, 12.08.2026 | Corrects the department name printed against these two post codes on rulebook page 151 |
MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 Recruitment 2026 overview
| MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 | MPESB Group official record |
|---|---|
| Recruiting board | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) |
| Recruitment test | Group-2 Sub Group-4 Combined Recruitment Test 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 2,106 posts |
| Main post mentioned | Patwari and other department-wise posts |
| Application mode | Online |
| Job category | Applications closed; exam pending on 22.09.2026 |
The vacancy table in the official rulebook includes direct recruitment, backlog and contract posts. Some posts have specialised qualifications, so the short overview above should not be treated as a common qualification for every post.
MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 last date 2026 and important dates
| MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 last | MPESB Group official record |
|---|---|
| Application start | 04.08.2026 |
| Last date to apply and pay fee | 21.08.2026 |
| Correction window | 04.08.2026 to 23.08.2026 |
| Exam start date | 22.09.2026 |
| Admit card | No admit-card notice for this recruitment had been added to the Board’s rulebook section as on 11.09.2026. MPESB issues test admit cards through MPOnline, normally in the week before the paper |
| Answer key and result | Nothing on the Board’s results page for this recruitment as on 11.09.2026. The most recent Group-2 result there is Sub Group-3 of 2025 |
| Fee for Unreserved applicants | Rs. 500 examination fee |
| Fee for Eligible MP SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD applicants | Rs. 250 examination fee |
| MP Online kiosk portal charge | Rs. 60, where the form is submitted through the kiosk |
| Registered citizen login portal charge | Rs. 20, where the form is submitted through registered citizen login |
| Fee for Direct recruitment backlog posts | No examination fee where the rulebook marks the post as fee-free |
Complete the form before the closing date and keep the application number safe. The correction window was separate from the application deadline and closed on 23.08.2026.
Important Links
| Resource | Officially verified information |
|---|---|
| Apply online | Apply Online for MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 |
| Download date extension notice PDF | Download date extension notice PDF |
| Official rulebook PDF | Rulebook of 04.08.2026 on the Board server. Opens, checked 11.09.2026 |
| Post related notice | Notice of 07.08.2026. Published as an image |
| Qualification related notice | Notice of 07.08.2026. Published as an image |
| Replacement pages 146, 149 and 150 | Corrected vacancy pages, 07.08.2026 |
| Post codes 204 and 205 seat update | Seat modification PDF |
| Post codes 164 and 165 department name | Correction of 12.08.2026 |
| Official MPESB source | Open MPESB Student Dashboard |
| MPESB official website | Open MPESB Official Website |
| More active government vacancies | View Latest Sarkari Naukri Updates |
MPESB Patwari vacancy 2026 and post breakup
| MPESB Patwari vacancy | MPESB Group official record |
|---|---|
| Total posts | 2,106 total notified vacancies |
| Unreserved (UR) | 608 posts |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 207 posts |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 613 posts |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 274 posts |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 404 posts |
The rulebook contains the detailed department-wise, post-code-wise and district-wise roster. Patwari vacancies are listed separately, while the remaining posts are spread across departments and institutions.
MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 eligibility and age limit
| MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 | MPESB Group official record |
|---|---|
| General academic requirement | A graduation degree or the specific technical/professional qualification prescribed for the applied post |
| Patwari qualification | Graduation plus a valid CPCT score card with Hindi typing and computer proficiency, subject to the rulebook conditions |
| Age limit | 18 to 40 years as on 01.01.2026 for the applicable posts |
| Maximum age with listed relaxations | Up to 45 years for eligible MP categories, women and specified government/board employees, as provided in the rules |
| Other condition | Post-specific qualifications must be completed by the application date |
Patwari applicants must also meet the applicable Madhya Pradesh domicile and employment-registration conditions. For all other posts, match the post code and department requirement in the official rulebook rather than relying on the general graduation line.
MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 exam pattern
| MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 exam | MPESB Group official record |
|---|---|
| Paper | One online paper |
| Total marks | 200 marks |
| Part A | General Science, General Hindi, General English and General Mathematics: 100 marks |
| Part B | General Knowledge and Aptitude, General Computer Knowledge, General Reasoning and General Management: 100 marks |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Negative marking | 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer |
The exam begins on 22.09.2026 in two shifts according to the rulebook schedule. Candidates should carry the required original photo identity document and follow the reporting-time instructions printed in the admit card.
MPESB Group 2 Apply Online: how to fill the form
| MPESB Group 2 Apply Online how | MPESB Group official record |
|---|---|
| Application portal | MPESB/MP Online examination portal |
| Application window | 04.08.2026 to 21.08.2026 |
| Correction window | 04.08.2026 to 23.08.2026 |
| Final step | Review the preview, pay the applicable fee and save the submitted form |
- Open the MPESB/MP Online application portal from the Important Links table above.
- Choose the Group-2 Sub Group-4 Combined Recruitment Test 2026.
- Read the rulebook and confirm the eligibility of each post code selected.
- Complete registration, personal details, education, category and post preference information.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the examination fee and portal charge, then review the preview carefully.
- Submit the form before 21.08.2026 and save the application number and final print.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts are available in MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 Recruitment 2026?
The official rulebook lists 2,106 posts across Patwari and other department-wise posts.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply and pay the examination fee is 18.08.2026.
When will the exam start?
The online examination is scheduled to start on 22.09.2026.
What is the Patwari qualification?
Patwari applicants need graduation and a CPCT score card with Hindi typing and computer proficiency, subject to the official rulebook conditions.
What is the age limit?
The applicable age range is 18 to 40 years as on 01.01.2026, with listed categories eligible for relaxation up to 45 years.
What is the application fee?
The examination fee is Rs. 500 for unreserved applicants and Rs. 250 for eligible MP SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD applicants, plus applicable portal charges.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. The rulebook provides for a 0.25-mark deduction for each wrong answer.
Where can I download the rulebook?
Use the labelled rulebook PDF link in the final Important Links table on this page.
Can one application cover more than one post?
The rulebook requires one application form, with eligible post choices and preferences entered as instructed.
What should I check before paying the fee?
Check the post code, qualification, category, preference order and payment amount before final submission.