Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal has released the rulebook for the Group-2 Sub-Group-4 Combined Recruitment Test 2026. The recruitment is being conducted for 2,106 vacancies across various departments and posts, including Patwari and other Group-2/Sub-Group-4 positions. The online application process starts on 4 August 2026 and the last date for submission of applications is 18 August 2026. Candidates can make corrections in their applications up to 23 August 2026. The examination is scheduled to commence from 22 September 2026. Candidates may select eligible posts according to their qualifications and the conditions prescribed in the official rulebook. Educational qualifications, age limits, reservation, post-wise vacancies, pay levels, examination scheme and other eligibility requirements vary according to the post. For Patwari, the prescribed graduation and CPCT/computer proficiency requirements apply. Selection is primarily through the MPESB competitive examination followed by the applicable post-wise document verification and other prescribed procedures. Candidates should carefully read the complete official rulebook before applying.
| Patwari | Patwari is one of the principal posts covered under the Group-2 Sub-Group-4 Combined Recruitment Test 2026. The post requires the prescribed graduation qualification and CPCT/computer proficiency requirements as specified in the official rulebook. |
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| Educational Qualification | Educational qualification differs according to the post. Graduate-level posts require a Bachelor degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized university/institution, while specific posts may require additional technical, computer, typing or other qualifications. |
| CPCT / Computer Proficiency | Candidates applying for posts for which CPCT or computer proficiency is prescribed must possess the required qualification/scorecard or satisfy the applicable condition within the prescribed period. |
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 40 years for the applicable general category, with relaxation up to 45 years for specified categories as per applicable rules. |
| Application / Examination Fee | General and Other State candidates: ₹500. Eligible SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates as applicable: ₹250. Applicable MPOnline/portal service charges are extra. |
| Examination Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Examination Date | 22 September 2026 |
| Identity Proof | Candidates should keep a valid identity document available for the application and examination process. |
| Educational Certificates | Relevant educational qualification certificates and marksheets must be available for verification. |
| Category / Domicile Certificate | Candidates claiming reservation or other benefits must possess the valid certificates prescribed by the applicable rules. |
| Post | Vacancies |
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| Group-2 Sub-Group-4 Posts | 2,106 |
Qualification: Graduation from a recognized university or equivalent qualification, along with the post-specific qualifications prescribed in the official rulebook. For Patwari, the prescribed CPCT/computer proficiency requirements also apply as specified in the rulebook.
Maximum age and applicable relaxations vary according to category and applicable Madhya Pradesh Government rules. The rulebook provides applicable relaxations for reserved categories, PwBD candidates and female candidates.
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Candidates are required to appear in the MPESB Group-2 Sub-Group-4 Combined Recruitment Test conducted in computer-based examination mode.
Candidates are considered for the applicable posts according to examination performance, eligibility, preferences and the post-wise recruitment provisions contained in the rulebook.
Shortlisted candidates must produce original certificates and documents for verification according to the requirements of the concerned post and department.
Register and submit the online application through the official MPESB application system within the prescribed dates.
Candidates should select posts for which they meet the prescribed eligibility conditions and provide preferences as permitted by the recruitment rulebook.
Pay the applicable examination fee and portal/service charges through the permitted online payment methods.
Check all entered information carefully and submit the completed application before the last date.
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