MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer (Krashi Vistar Adhikari) Recruitment 2026

Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal, has announced recruitment for the post of Agriculture Extension Officer (Krashi Vistar Adhikari) under Group-2, Sub-Group-1. A total of 2784 vacancies are being filled through this recruitment drive. Candidates who meet the required eligibility in Agriculture or Horticulture can apply online during the notified window.

This MPESB recruitment is conducted under the Madhya Pradesh Junior Service (Joint Eligibility) Examination Rules, 2013, under the Department of Farmer Welfare and Agriculture Development, Madhya Pradesh. The online application process begins on 2026-07-03 and closes on 2026-07-17. The selection will be based on a Computer-Based Examination (CBT), followed by document verification by the concerned department and a medical fitness examination.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

MPESB has announced a total of 2784 vacancies for the post of Agriculture Extension Officer (Krashi Vistar Adhikari) under Group-2, Sub-Group-1. The notification does not provide a category-wise or district-wise breakup in the provided information.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree (graduation) in Agriculture or Horticulture from a recognized university or institution. The required qualification must be possessed as of the date of filling the application form.

Age Limit

The recruitment specifies the following age limits:

Age relaxation is applicable for Ex-Servicemen as per service relaxation mentioned in the notification.

Application Fee

Correction fee is ₹20 for correction plus ₹40 portal fee for each correction.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official application portal:
   • Go to https://www.mponline.gov.in, or alternatively use the MPESB website https://www.esb.mp.gov.in.
2. Navigate to the application section:
   • On the homepage, open Citizen Services.
   • Select the ESB link and choose the examination name: “Group-2 Sub-Group-1 Agriculture Extension Officer Recruitment Examination – 2026”.
3. Read the instructions carefully:
   • Review the detailed notification, eligibility requirements, and examination rules provided in the rule book and advertisement.
4. Proceed with the application:
   • Click Continue to open the application form.
5. Fill in personal and academic details:
   • Enter required information such as name, date of birth, gender, category, graduation details (including marks and roll numbers), and contact details (email ID and mobile number).
   • Enter the date of birth exactly as mentioned in the High School/Higher Secondary certificate.
6. Provide identification mark and photo ID details:
   • Fill the permanent body identification marks as required.
   • Select and enter details of the photo identity proof from the options given (examples include Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, Driving License, or Passport).
7. Enter Aadhaar details:
   • Provide Aadhaar Number or Aadhaar VID (mandatory for biometric verification).
8. Upload scanned documents:
   • Upload a recent colour passport-size photograph with a white background (not older than 3 months).
   • Upload the candidate’s signature and handwriting sample (two lines).
   • Upload educational certificates, category/caste certificate(s), and other documents as required.
9. Select exam cities:
   • Choose four exam cities in order of priority from the available list.
10. Set priority order (if applicable):
    • If multiple options/posts are available for selection, fill the priority order preferences correctly.
11. Review and submit:
    • Check all entered details carefully before final submission.
    • Pay the application fee and portal fee through the available online payment methods (credit card/debit card, internet banking) or via MP Online kiosks (cash payment).
    • After successful payment, click Submit.
    • Save the Application Number and Transaction ID generated after submission.
12. Download and print the application:
    • Download the final submitted application form and keep a printed copy along with the payment receipt for future reference.

Salary & Pay Scale

The provided notification text does not mention the salary or pay scale for the Agriculture Extension Officer (Krashi Vistar Adhikari) post. Candidates should refer to the detailed rule book/advertisement PDF for pay details.

Selection Process

Selection for the Agriculture Extension Officer (Krashi Vistar Adhikari) post will be conducted through a Computer-Based Examination (CBT). The CBT is described as an objective-type exam with 200 questions carrying 200 marks. After the CBT, document verification will be carried out by the respective department, followed by a medical fitness examination. The notification states that there is no interview.

Eligible candidates should complete their online application between 2026-07-03 and 2026-07-17 and ensure all details and documents are uploaded correctly before the closing date.