The Madhya Pradesh Staff Selection Board (MPESB) has officially released its latest Group 1 recruitment notification, announcing 474 vacancies across various state government departments. The board invited applications through its official online portal, marking another significant step in Madhya Pradesh's efforts to fill long-pending positions in its administrative machinery.
Group 1 under MPESB recruitment typically covers entries at the non-gazetted level, including positions such as Junior Clerk, Data Entry Operator, Stenographer, and other operational roles that form the backbone of district and state-level administration. While the board has not yet published the detailed category-wise vacancy breakup, the total number represents a substantial hiring drive compared to previous recruitment cycles.
Eligibility requirements generally include a minimum of a graduate degree from a recognized university for most Group 1 posts, along with age limits that typically range between 18 and 40 years, with standard relaxations for reserved categories as per Madhya Pradesh state government norms. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for exact educational qualifications and age criteria applicable to each post.
The application window is currently open, and aspirants can submit their forms through the MPESB's dedicated recruitment portal. The process requires candidates to register with a valid email address and mobile number, upload scanned photographs and signatures, and pay the prescribed application fee, which varies by category. Late fee structures and final submission deadlines have been outlined in the official notification.
Details regarding the examination timetable, including the admit card release date and the final written test schedule, are expected to be communicated in the coming weeks. MPESB historically conducts these exams in a computer-based or OMR format, depending on the post, with results declared subsequent to answer key publication.
With over 130 million residents relying on state government employment opportunities, MPESB recruitment drives continue to attract lakhs of applicants annually. This latest wave of 474 positions is being closely watched by job seekers across districts, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas where government employment carries considerable socioeconomic importance.
