MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer Recruitment 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the official notification for 2,784 Agriculture Extension Officer (Krishi Vistar Adhikari) vacancies under the Group-2 Sub Group-1 Recruitment Exam 2026. Eligible candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or Horticulture can apply online from 03 July 2026 to 17 July 2026 through the official MPESB website.
The recruitment is being conducted for the Directorate of Farmer Welfare and Agriculture Development, Madhya Pradesh. Selection will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Document Verification.
MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) |
| Exam Name | Group-2 Sub Group-1 Recruitment Exam 2026 |
| Post Name | Agriculture Extension Officer (Krishi Vistar Adhikari) |
| Department | Directorate of Farmer Welfare and Agriculture Development |
| Total Vacancies | 2,784 |
| Job Location | Madhya Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | CBT & Document Verification |
| Pay Scale | ₹25,300 – ₹80,500 |
| Official Website | esb.mp.gov.in |
MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 02 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 03 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 July 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 03 July – 22 July 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Examination |
| CBT Exam Date | From 02 August 2026 |
MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer Vacancy 2026
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 1,126 |
| EWS | 444 |
| SC | 316 |
| ST | 122 |
| OBC | 776 |
| Total | 2,784 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture from a recognized university.
- The qualification must be completed before submitting the online application.
MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age |
| General | 40 Years |
| SC / ST / OBC (MP Domicile) | 45 Years |
| Women (MP Domicile) | 45 Years |
| Government Employees / PwD | 45 Years |
| Contract Employees (Eligible Categories) | Up to 55 Years |
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Age relaxation will be applicable as per MP Government rules.
MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer Salary
Selected candidates will receive the following pay:
- Pay Scale: ₹25,300 – ₹80,500
Probation Stipend
- First Year – 70% of minimum pay
- Second Year – 80%
- Third Year – 90%
After successful probation, candidates will receive full pay along with admissible allowances.
MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD (MP Domicile) | ₹250 |
| Backlog Recruitment | Nil |
Additional MP Online portal charges may apply.
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Merit List
- Document Verification
There is no interview for this recruitment.
MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer Exam Pattern 2026
| Part | Subject | Marks |
| Part A | General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Mathematics, Reasoning, Science & Computer | 100 |
| Part B | Agriculture / Horticulture | 100 |
| Total | 200 Marks |
Exam Highlights
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Objective Type Questions
- Negative Marking: 0.25 mark deducted for each incorrect answer.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready:
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Handwriting Sample
- Aadhaar Card
- 10th Marksheet
- Graduation Certificate (Agriculture/Horticulture)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Employment Registration (MP)
- Valid Photo ID Proof
How to Apply for MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps:
- Visit the official MPESB website.
- Open the Group-2 Sub Group-1 Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Register using Aadhaar and required details.
- Fill in personal and educational information.
- Upload photograph, signature, and handwriting sample.
- Select preferred examination cities.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Why Apply for MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer Recruitment 2026?
- 2,784 Government Vacancies
- Attractive Pay Scale up to ₹80,500
- Direct Recruitment
- No Interview
- Career in the Agriculture Department
- State Government Job with Long-term Growth
MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Links
- Apply Online (active from 3 July 2026): Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
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