MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer Recruitment 2026: Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has officially released the Agriculture Extension Officer (AEO) Recruitment 2026 notification for 2,784 permanent vacancies. This is a direct government recruitment for Agriculture and Horticulture graduates seeking a stable, well-paying career in the Madhya Pradesh state agriculture department.
The online application process begins on July 3, 2026, and the last date to apply is July 17, 2026 (11:59 PM). A correction window will remain open until July 22, 2026. The written examination is scheduled to commence from August 2, 2026. Candidates who have completed a degree in Agriculture or Horticulture are eligible to apply.
MPESB AEO Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) |
| Post Name | Agriculture Extension Officer (AEO) – कृषि विस्तार अधिकारी |
| Total Vacancies | 2,784 Posts |
| Job Type | Permanent Government Job |
| Job Location | Madhya Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | July 2, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | July 3, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | July 17, 2026 (11:59 PM Sharp) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | July 17, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | Up to July 22, 2026 |
| Written Examination Start Date | From August 2, 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST / OBC | ₹250/- |
| EWS / PwD (Divyang) | ₹250/- |
| Correction Charge | ₹20/- per correction |
| Payment Mode | Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI) |
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Age Limit – MPESB AEO Recruitment 2026
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Age Calculated As On | January 1, 2026 |
| Age Relaxation | As per Madhya Pradesh Government Rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen candidates |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification – MPESB AEO 2026
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture Extension Officer (AEO) | 2,784 | Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture from a recognized university |
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakup – MPESB AEO 2026
| Category | Open (Nil) | Female (Nil) | Open (ESM) | Female (ESM) | Open (Contract) | Female (Contract) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR (General) | 528 | 260 | 76 | 38 | 150 | 74 | 1126 |
| EWS | 208 | 102 | 30 | 14 | 60 | 30 | 444 |
| SC | 148 | 74 | 22 | 10 | 42 | 20 | 316 |
| ST | 58 | 28 | 08 | 04 | 16 | 08 | 122 |
| OBC | 364 | 180 | 50 | 26 | 104 | 52 | 776 |
| Total | 1306 | 644 | 186 | 92 | 372 | 184 | 2784 |
Pay Scale & Salary – MPESB AEO Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹25,300 – ₹80,500/- |
| Pay Band | As per Madhya Pradesh Pay Revision Rules |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹25,300/- per month |
| Gross Monthly Salary (Estimated) | ₹32,000 – ₹40,000/- per month (including DA, HRA & other allowances) |
| Job Benefits | Government job security, Pension (as per applicable rules), Medical Benefits, Annual Increment |
Exam Pattern – MPESB AEO Written Examination 2026
- Exam Mode: Online / Offline (as specified by MPESB)
- Negative Marking: 1/4th (0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer)
- Total Duration: 3 Hours
| Section | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Maths, Science, Reasoning, Computer | 100 | 3 Hours (Combined) |
| Subject-Related Questions (Agriculture / Horticulture) | 100 | (Combined) |
| Total | 200 | 3 Hours |
Selection Process – MPESB AEO Recruitment 2026
- Written Examination – A 200-mark written exam covering General Knowledge/Aptitude (100 marks) and Agriculture/Horticulture subject knowledge (100 marks). Exam commences from August 2, 2026.
- Medical Examination – Candidates shortlisted on the basis of written exam merit will undergo a medical fitness test.
- Document Verification (DV) – Final verification of agriculture/horticulture degree, age proof, category certificate, domicile certificate, and other relevant documents.
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How to Apply Online – MPESB AEO Recruitment 2026
All applications must be submitted online before July 17, 2026 (11:59 PM). Follow these steps:
- Visit the Official Portal – Open the MPESB official website at mpesb.nic.in and click on the active “Agriculture Extension Officer Recruitment 2026” link
- Register / Login – Create a new account using your valid email ID and mobile number, or log in to your existing MPESB portal account
- Fill the Application Form – Enter personal details, date of birth, educational qualification (Agriculture/Horticulture degree), category, and address accurately
- Upload Documents – Upload scanned copies
- Pay Application Fee – Complete online payment of ₹500/- (General) or ₹250/- (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) plus applicable portal charges
- Submit & Download Receipt – Review all entries carefully before final submission. Download and print the confirmation receipt for future reference
- Use Correction Window If Needed – Corrections can be made from the portal up to July 22, 2026 at a charge of ₹20/- per correction
Important Links
| Resource | Dates | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Apply Online | 03/07/2026 | Apply Now |
| Full Notification PDF | 02/07/2026 | Download |
| MPESB Official Website | 02/07/2026 | Visit Now |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – MPESB Agriculture Extension Officer Vacancy 2026
Online application submit karne ki last date 17 July 2026 (11:59 PM) hai. Correction ki last date 22 July 2026 hai.
Total 2,784 permanent posts hain Agriculture Extension Officer ke liye, pure Madhya Pradesh mein.
Kisi recognized university se Agriculture ya Horticulture mein Degree zaroori hai.
Minimum 18 saal aur maximum 40 saal (as on 01/01/2026). Age relaxation norms ke anusar SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates ko extra choot milegi.
General category ke liye ₹500/- aur SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD ke liye ₹250/- hai. Upar se portal charges alag honge.
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