MP ESB Group 2 Subgroup 1 Krishi Vistar Adhikari Recruitment 2026 Online Form
MP ESB Group 2 Subgroup 1 Krishi Vistar Adhikari Recruitment 2026 Overview
Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MP ESB), Bhopal has released the official Rulebook for Group 2 Subgroup 1 Krishi Vistar Adhikari (Agriculture Extension Officer - कृषि विस्तार अधिकारी) recruitment examination 2026. MP ESB invites online applications for a total of 2784 vacancies of Krishi Vistar Adhikari under the Department of Agriculture, Government of Madhya Pradesh. Eligible candidates holding a degree in Agriculture or Horticulture can submit online applications from 03 July 2026 to 17 July 2026. Important details regarding timelines, application fees, qualification, age limit, and syllabus are detailed below.
Important Timelines
- Online Application Starts: 03 July 2026
- Online Application Last Date: 17 July 2026
- Application Modification Starts: 03 July 2026
- Application Modification Ends: 22 July 2026
- Exam Date: 02 August 2026 onwards (Online Mode)
- Admit Cards Release: Late July 2026
Application Fee
- General / Other State Candidates: Rs. 500/-
- SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD Candidates (MP Residents): Rs. 250/-
- Backlog Posts: Rs. 0/- (No Fee)
- MP Online Kiosk Portal Charges: Rs. 60/-
- MP Online Citizen Login Portal Charges: Rs. 20/-
Vacancy Details & Pay Scale
| Post Code | Post Name | Classification | Total Vacancies | Salary (Pay Scale) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Krishi Vistar Adhikari (Agriculture Extension Officer) | Executive (तृतीय श्रेणी) | 2784 | Rs. 25,300 - 80,500/- |
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying online, candidates must satisfy the following academic and registration criteria:
- Age Limit (as of 01 January 2026): 18 to 40 Years. The upper age limit is relaxed by 5 years (up to 45 years) for female candidates, SC, ST, OBC, PwD, and MP Government/Corporation/Mandal employees.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) in Agriculture (कृषि) or Horticulture (उद्यानिकी) from a recognized university.
- Employment Registration: Mandatory active registration in the MP State Employment Office (म.प्र. रोजगार कार्यालय में जीवित पंजीयन).
Exam Scheme & Pattern
The selection will be based on a computer-based online examination consisting of a single paper with two parts:
- Total Marks: 200 marks (200 Questions)
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Marking Scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer. No negative marking.
- Paper Structure:
- Part-A (100 Marks): General Knowledge, General Hindi, General English, General Mathematics, General Logical Ability, General Science, and General Computer Knowledge.
- Part-B (100 Marks): Subject-based questions (Agriculture/Horticulture related subjects).
How to Apply for MP ESB Krishi Vistar Adhikari Online
- Visit the official MP Online ESB portal at https://esb.mp.gov.in or MP Online portal.
- Click on the Online Form link for Group 2 Subgroup 1 Krishi Vistar Adhikari Exam 2026.
- Register and generate your candidate profile details (PEB Profile Registration).
- Login using your Profile ID and Date of Birth.
- Fill in the detailed application form, select post preferences, and enter your MP Employment registration details.
- Upload your passport-size photo (with printed date and name), signature, and handwritten self-declaration text.
- Pay the online application fee (General: Rs. 500/- + portal charges, MP Reserved: Rs. 250/- + portal charges) via net banking, card, or UPI.
- Verify your receipt details and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online (Registration & Login) | Apply Online |
| Download Official Rulebook PDF | Download Rulebook |
| Official MP ESB Website | Visit esb.mp.gov.in |
MP ESB Krishi Vistar Adhikari 2026 FAQ
The last date to submit online applications is 17 July 2026.
The exam is scheduled to start on 02 August 2026 (Sunday) onwards.
The application fee is Rs. 500/- for General/Other State candidates, and Rs. 250/- for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD candidates residing in Madhya Pradesh. MP Online portal fees (Rs. 60/- or Rs. 20/-) are extra.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) in Agriculture or Horticulture from a recognized university.
Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as of 01 January 2026. Female and reserved category candidates have a maximum age limit of 45 years.
Yes, candidate must have active registration in the MP State Employment Office (Rojgar Karyalaya).
The selected candidates will be paid a monthly salary in the pay scale of Rs. 25,300 - 80,500/-.