MPESB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the notification for the Naib Tehsildar Departmental Limited Competitive Examination 2026. A total of 73 Naib Tehsildar posts will be filled through this departmental examination.
This recruitment is not open to all candidates. It is meant for eligible serving employees of specified Madhya Pradesh Revenue Department establishments, including employees from the clerical service cadre and Patwari/Revenue Inspector cadre. The online application process will start on 17 September 2026 and continue until 1 October 2026. The probable examination date is from 14 November 2026.
MPESB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal |
| Exam Name | Naib Tehsildar Departmental Limited Competitive Examination 2026 |
| Post Name | Naib Tehsildar |
| Total Posts | 73 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Exam Type | Objective |
| Eligibility | Eligible serving departmental employees |
| Application Start | 17 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 1 October 2026 |
| Official Website | esb.mp.gov.in |
MPESB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 17 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 1 October 2026 |
| Correction Starts | 17 September 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 6 October 2026 |
| Probable Exam Date | From 14 November 2026 |
The examination is proposed to be conducted in two shifts. The first shift is scheduled from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, while the second shift is from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The examination schedule may be changed by MPESB if required.
MPESB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
The 73 posts are divided between two feeder cadres.
Clerical Service Cadre – 46 Posts
| Category | Direct Recruitment | Backlog | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| EWS | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| SC | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| ST | 6 | 6 | 12 |
| OBC | 9 | 8 | 17 |
| Total | 32 | 14 | 46 |
Patwari/Revenue Inspector Cadre – 27 Posts
| Category | Direct Recruitment | Backlog | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| EWS | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| SC | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| ST | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| OBC | 3 | 13 | 16 |
| Total | 12 | 15 | 27 |
Overall, 35% horizontal reservation for women is provided as mentioned in the notification. One post in the direct-recruitment clerical cadre is reserved for a person with locomotor disability under the applicable PwD reservation provisions.
Who Can Apply?
This is an important point because the recruitment is a departmental limited competitive examination.
Candidates must be serving employees of the specified Revenue Department establishments and should meet the required service conditions.
The main eligibility requirements are:
- The candidate must be working on a regular or officiating basis.
- At least 5 years of service is required in the eligible clerical cadre or as a Patwari/Revenue Inspector.
- The service must be in the specified Revenue Department establishments.
- The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Arts, Science, Commerce or Agriculture from a recognised university.
- The maximum age should not exceed 55 years as on 1 January 2026.
- A candidate cannot appear under this examination scheme more than three times.
The required educational qualification must be available on the date of submitting the application.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit is 55 years as on 1 January 2026.
Since this is a departmental examination for serving employees, the usual category-wise age relaxation applicable to open recruitment does not apply. The prescribed 55-year ceiling is the applicable age condition.
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MPESB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2026: Salary
Selected candidates will receive the salary according to Pay Level-9 of the Madhya Pradesh Pay Revision Rules, 2017.
The pay scale is:
₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800
The starting basic pay is ₹36,200, along with applicable Dearness Allowance and other benefits as per rules.
Application Fee
| Particular | Fee |
|---|---|
| Examination Fee | ₹2,000 |
| MP Online Kiosk Charge | ₹60 |
| Self-login Portal Charge | ₹20 |
The notification does not provide a separate fee concession for reserved categories under this departmental recruitment scheme.
The fee can be paid through online payment methods or through an authorised MP Online kiosk.
MPESB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
Selection will be based on a written examination consisting of two objective papers.
| Paper | Main Subjects | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Reasoning, GK, Hindi, English, Mathematics, Science, Computer | 100 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | Service Rules, Revenue Terminology, Land Revenue Code, Revenue Book Circular, Land Records Rules | 100 | 2 Hours |
| Total | 200 | 4 Hours |
Candidates need at least 55% marks to qualify. The minimum qualifying marks for SC/ST candidates are 40%.
Each correct answer carries 1 mark, while 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
If the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, MPESB will use the Normalised Equi-Percentile scaling method for preparing the merit list.
How to Apply Online for the MPESB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2026
Eligible departmental employees can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the MPESB or MP Online website.
- Open the Naib Tehsildar Departmental Limited Competitive Examination 2026 section.
- Read the official rule booklet carefully.
- Enter personal, educational and service-related details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and handwritten declaration.
- Upload other applicable certificates and appointment documents.
- Pay the prescribed examination fee and portal charges.
- Check the application form carefully.
- Submit the application before 1 October 2026.
- Save and print the submitted form and payment receipt.
The correction facility will remain available from 17 September to 6 October 2026, subject to the applicable correction rules and charges.
Important Links
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF | Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2026 Rule Book |
| Official Website | esb.mp.gov.in |
MPESB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment Notification 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many Naib Tehsildar posts are available in MPESB Recruitment 2026?
MPESB has announced 73 Naib Tehsildar posts. Of these, 46 posts are for the Clerical Service Cadre and 27 posts are for the Patwari/Revenue Inspector Cadre.
Q2. Can any graduate candidate apply for the MPESB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2026?
No. This is a departmental limited competitive examination and is not open to the general public. Only eligible serving employees of the specified Revenue Department establishments who meet the required service, educational and age conditions can apply.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for MPESB Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 1 October 2026. The correction window will remain open until 6 October 2026.
