Big news for MP Patwari aspirants ✅ The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the answer key for the Group-2 Sub Group-4 Patwari examination 2026, held on 22 September 2026. Candidates can now download the provisional key along with their response sheets, match their marked answers and get a fair estimate of their scores before the result is declared.
Table of Contents
- Overview
- Vacancy Details
- Eligibility Criteria
- Important Dates
- Application Fee
- How to Download the Answer Key
- Important Links
Overview
The MPESB conducted the Group-2 Sub Group-4 Combined Recruitment Test for the special Patwari recruitment meant exclusively for PwD/Divyang candidates. The written exam (computer-based) was held on 22 September 2026 in two shifts, and the board has now published the answer key on its examination portal on 6 October 2026.
| Event | Detail |
|---|---|
| Organization | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) |
| Exam Name | Group-2 Sub Group-4 Combined Recruitment Test 2026 |
| Post Name | Patwari (PwD/Divyang Category – Special Recruitment) |
| Total Vacancies | 200 Posts |
| Exam Date | 22 September 2026 |
| Answer Key Released | 6 October 2026 |
| Pay Scale | ₹5,200 – ₹20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,100 |
| Official Website | esb.mp.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
A total of 200 Patwari posts are spread across 44 districts of Madhya Pradesh. The vacancies are reserved for three disability categories:
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Hearing Impairment (EH) | 94 |
| Locomotor Disability (LD) | 45 |
| Multiple Disability / Autism / Intellectual Disability / Mental Illness (MD) | 61 |
| Total | 200 |
Districts with the largest shares include Rewa (17), Dhar (11) and Barwani (10). The full district-wise breakup is given in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Computer qualification: CPCT score card / computer proficiency certification, plus Hindi typing qualification. Candidates who have not cleared CPCT may do so within the prescribed period after appointment, as per the recruitment rules.
- Age limit: 18 to 45 years (age counted as on 1 January 2026).
- Domicile: Must be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- Disability: Valid disability certificate issued by a competent authority is mandatory. Eligible categories are hearing impairment (EH), locomotor disability (LD) and multiple disability/autism/intellectual disability/mental illness (MD). Candidates with visual impairment are not eligible for this recruitment.
- Other: Indian citizenship and live registration with the Madhya Pradesh State Employment Office are mandatory.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 4 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 August 2026 |
| Application Correction End | 23 August 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 18 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | 22 September 2026 |
| Answer Key Release | 6 October 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD (MP domicile) | ₹250 |
| MP Online Kiosk Portal Fee | ₹60 |
| Registered Citizen Login Portal Fee | ₹20 |
How to Download the Answer Key
- Visit the MPESB examination portal linked below.
- Open the Group-2 Sub Group-4 Combined Recruitment Test 2026 section.
- Click on the answer key / candidate response link for the Patwari examination.
- Log in using your roll number, application number and date of birth.
- Download the answer key and your response sheet, then match your marked answers to estimate your score.
- If you spot any discrepancy, use the objection facility available on the portal within the given window.
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