The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board has released the Group 2 Sub Group 4 Combined Recruitment Test 2026 answer-key update. Candidates who appeared in the examination can check their response sheet and answer key through the official MPESB answer-key portal.
The examination was conducted from 22 September 2026, and the answer key was made available from 6 October 2026. Candidates can use the answer key to compare their responses, estimate their raw score and submit an objection if they believe an answer or question requires review.
This recruitment is commonly searched as the MPESB Patwari Recruitment 2026, but Group 2 Sub Group 4 is a combined examination covering multiple departmental posts. The Patwari post is one of the posts included in the wider recruitment.
Important update: The official answer-key portal listed the objection window as 6 October to 9 October 2026. Candidates should check the portal for the current status and any revised instructions before submitting an objection.
How to Check MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 Answer Key 2026
Candidates can follow these steps:
1. Visit the official MPESB website or the dedicated answer-key portal.
2. Open the Group 2 Sub Group 4 Combined Recruitment Test 2026 section.
3. Select the answer-key, response-sheet or objection link.
4. Enter the application number.
5. Enter the date of birth in the required format.
6. Provide the first two letters of the mother’s name and the last four digits of the Aadhaar number, as requested by the portal.
7. Enter the captcha or security code.
8. Submit the details and download the displayed answer key or response sheet.
9. Save a copy for score calculation and future reference.
Direct answer-key portal
Open the MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 answer-key portal
Candidates should use only official MPESB links for login and objections. Do not share your application details, Aadhaar information or date of birth with unauthorized websites.
MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 Important Dates
| Event | Date / status |
| Online application started | 4 August 2026 |
| Original last date to apply | 18 August 2026 |
| Revised last date after extension | 21 August 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 21 August 2026 |
| Last date for correction | 23 August 2026 |
| Examination started | 22 September 2026 |
| Admit card update | 18 September 2026 |
| Answer key | 6 October 2026 |
| Answer-key objection window | 6–9 October 2026, as listed on the portal |
| Result | To be announced |
The original rulebook listed 18 August 2026 as the application closing date, while a later extension notice moved the closing date to 21 August 2026. Candidates should rely on the revised MPESB notice for the final timeline.
MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 Vacancy Details
The combined recruitment includes 2,106 vacancies. The category-wise vacancy figures are:
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 608 |
| OBC | 613 |
| EWS | 207 |
| SC | 274 |
| ST | 404 |
| Total | 2,106 |
The recruitment includes different executive and non-executive departmental posts. The exact number of Patwari vacancies may vary by department and post code, so candidates should check the official vacancy table rather than treating all 2,106 posts as Patwari vacancies.
Patwari Eligibility 2026
For the Patwari post, candidates are required to have:
• A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university; and
• Computer proficiency and Hindi typing knowledge, generally supported by a valid CPCT scorecard as prescribed in the recruitment rules.
The exact CPCT conditions, accepted certificates and timing of the qualification should be verified from the relevant post code in the official MPESB rulebook.
Because Group 2 Sub Group 4 includes several posts, eligibility differs for other positions. Candidates should match their educational, technical and professional qualifications with the exact post selected in the application.
Age Limit
The age is calculated as on 1 January 2026:
• Minimum age: 18 years
• Maximum age for General / EWS: 40 years
• Maximum age for SC / ST / OBC, PwBD and all female candidates: 45 years
Age relaxation and domicile-related benefits are governed by Madhya Pradesh government rules. Applicants should hold valid certificates in the prescribed format where they claim a reserved-category or age-relaxation benefit.
Application Fee
| Candidate category | Fee |
| Unreserved candidates | ₹500 |
| Eligible Madhya Pradesh SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwBD candidates | ₹250 |
| Backlog direct-recruitment posts | No fee, where applicable |
| MPOnline portal charge through kiosk | ₹60 |
| MPOnline portal charge through registered citizen login | ₹20 |
The exact fee can depend on the recruitment type and the candidate’s category. Candidates should consult the official fee table for the post and application route selected.
MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 Exam Pattern
The official rulebook provides a 200-mark online objective examination with a duration of 3 hours.
| Section | Marks |
| General Science, General Hindi, General English and General Mathematics | 100 |
| General Knowledge and Aptitude, General Computer Knowledge, General Reasoning Ability and General Management | 100 |
| Total | 200 |
Marking scheme
• Each correct answer carries 1 mark.
• 0.25 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer.
• The paper is objective and is available in Hindi and English as prescribed by MPESB.
The exact post-related qualification remains important because the combined examination can be used for different departmental posts.
How to Calculate Your Probable Score
To estimate your raw score from the response sheet:
1. Count the correct answers.
2. Award one mark for every correct answer.
3. Count the incorrect answers.
4. Deduct 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
5. Leave unanswered questions out of the calculation.
6. Compare the result with the official qualifying marks and later cut-off.
The probable score is not the final result. MPESB may cancel defective questions or revise evaluation after considering objections.
How to Submit an Answer-Key Objection
If the portal permits objections for the relevant question paper, candidates should:
1. Log in through the official objection portal.
2. Open the objection tracker for the Group 2 Sub Group 4 test.
3. Select the question number and objection category.
4. Provide a clear explanation and supporting reference, if required.
5. Pay any objection charge prescribed by MPESB, if applicable.
6. Submit the objection before the displayed deadline.
7. Save the objection receipt or confirmation page.
Objections sent by email, post or through unofficial channels may not be accepted. MPESB will prepare the final answer key after reviewing valid objections.
MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 Selection Process
The reported selection stages are:
1. Written examination of 200 marks
2. Document verification
3. Medical examination, where applicable to the post
4. Final merit and appointment by the concerned department
Candidates who qualify the examination may be placed in a merit or eligible-candidate list. A qualifying score does not automatically create a right to appointment; final selection also depends on vacancies, post-wise eligibility, reservation and departmental verification.
What Happens After the Answer Key?
After the objection process closes, MPESB will review the submitted challenges and prepare the final answer key. The result and cut-off may then be published through the official MPESB website.
Candidates should keep the following details safe:
• Application number
• Admit card and roll number
• Response sheet
• Answer-key copy
• Objection receipt, if submitted
• Original educational and category certificates
The next updates may include the result, category-wise cut-off, merit list, document-verification schedule and departmental appointment instructions.
Important Exam-Day and Verification Instructions
• Carry the MPESB admit card and an original photo identity document.
• Aadhaar-based biometric verification may be required at the examination centre.
• Do not carry mobile phones, calculators, digital watches or prohibited electronic devices.
• Keep the application number available for downloading the admit card and checking status.
• Bring original certificates during document verification.
• Ensure that the name, date of birth and category in the application match the supporting documents.
Important Links
| Resource | Official link |
| Answer key / objection portal | Open the Group 2 Sub Group 4 portal |
| MPESB official website | Visit esb.mp.gov.in |
| Official rulebook | Download the Group 2 Sub Group 4 rulebook |
| Admit card portal | Check MPESB admit card |
| Online application / correction portal | Open MPOnline examination services |
| Date-extension notice | View the MPESB extension notice |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is the MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 Patwari Answer Key 2026 available?
The answer-key update was made available from 6 October 2026. Candidates should check the official answer-key portal for their response sheet and objection status.
Q2. When was the MPESB Patwari exam conducted?
The Group 2 Sub Group 4 examination began on 22 September 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies are in the MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 recruitment?
The combined recruitment has 2,106 vacancies across multiple departmental posts. This is not necessarily the number of Patwari-only vacancies.
Q4. What is the MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 exam pattern?
The exam carries 200 marks and is conducted for 3 hours. It has two broad sections of 100 marks each, with 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer.
Q5. What is the Patwari qualification?
Candidates generally need a bachelor’s degree in any discipline, computer proficiency, Hindi typing knowledge and the required CPCT scorecard, subject to the official post rules.
Q6. What is the MPESB age limit?
The minimum age is 18 years. The maximum age is 40 years for General/EWS candidates and 45 years for eligible SC, ST, OBC, PwBD and female candidates, subject to the prescribed rules.
Q7. When will the MPESB Group 2 Sub Group 4 result be released?
The result date has not been announced in the available update. Candidates should monitor the official MPESB website after the final answer key is prepared.
