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MPESB Agricultural Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 | Apply Online
Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB)
Posted:
Pay: ₹25,300 - ₹80,500
Category State Portals
Job Type Regular
Eligibility Specifications
Age Limits: Between 18 and 40 years (for general category).
Age Cut-off Date: Age calculated strictly on 1 January 2026.
Category Relaxations: OBC (+5 years), SC/ST (+5 years).
Note: Has non-standard/complex age relaxations. Please check the official PDF notification for details.
Allowed Qualifications: Graduate.
Specialized Requirements & Prerequisites:
- B.Sc. Agriculture or B.Sc. Horticulture degree from a recognized University.
Document Specifications: Photo: Must have a white background, name of applicant and date of taking photo clearly printed, taken within 3 months of application. Signature: Must be clear, not in capital letters.
Helpline Contacts: Phone: 18002337899, Email: complaint.esb@mp.gov.in
Vacancy Breakdown
Total posts: 2784 vacancies
EWS
444
OBC
776
SC
316
ST
122
Gen/UR
1126
Key Timelines & Fees
Registration Start Date: 3 July 2026
Application Closing Date: 17 July 2026
Written Exam Start Date: 02-Aug-2026
Application Fee (Unreserved Candidates): ₹500
Application Fee (SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD Candidates (Domiciled in MP only)): ₹250
Application Fee (Portal fee via MP Online Kiosk): ₹60
Application Fee (Portal fee via Registered Citizen User login): ₹20
Selection & Exam Pattern
Selection Process: Written Exam, Document Verification
Exam Mode: Online (CBT)
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer
The examination consists of a single paper of 200 marks, split into two sections: Section A (100 marks) covers General Knowledge, General Hindi, General English, General Mathematics, General Logical Ability, General Science, and General Computer Knowledge. Section B (100 marks) covers agriculture-specific subjects including General Agriculture, Agronomy, Soil Science, Soil and Water Conservation, Plant Physiology, Crop Improvement, Horticulture, Plant Protection, Agricultural Economics, and Agricultural Extension Education.
Please double check exam stages in the official PDF notification below.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the qualification required for MPESB Agricultural Extension Officer?
Candidates must possess a Graduate degree in Agriculture or Horticulture from a recognized university.
What is the application fee for candidates from states other than Madhya Pradesh?
Candidates from other states are treated as Unreserved (UR) and must pay an application fee of ₹500 plus applicable portal charges (₹60 for Kiosk or ₹20 for Citizen User).
Is there negative marking in the MPESB Group-2 Sub-Group-1 exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
What is the age limit and cutoff date for this recruitment?
The age limit for general category candidates is 18 to 40 years as of the cutoff date, January 1, 2026.