The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has officially updated the examination schedule for the Group-2 Sub Group-1 recruitment. Candidates preparing for the MP RAEO (Rural Agriculture Extension Officer) role should note that the test will now commence from 17 September 2026, replacing the previously announced date of 5 August 2026. Understanding the MP RAEO Syllabus & Exam Pattern is essential to aligning your study strategy with this new timeline.
MP RAEO Examination Pattern 2026
The examination is designed to test both general aptitude and technical proficiency. With a total duration of 3 hours, candidates must manage their time effectively across 200 questions.
| Subject | Total Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge, General Hindi, General English, General Mathematics, General Reasoning Ability, Basic Computer Knowledge, General Science | 100 | 200 |
| Subject Knowledge | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 300 |
Key highlights of the marking scheme include: 1 mark per correct answer and no negative marking. Qualifying marks are set at 50% for Unreserved/General candidates and 40% for SC/ST/OBC categories.
Preparation Tips for Success
To excel in the MP RAEO examination, consider following this checklist:
- Prepare a weekly revision schedule.
- Focus on Agriculture and General Studies simultaneously.
- Maintain short notes for revision.
- Attempt mock tests after completing the syllabus.
- Analyse mistakes after every practice session.
How to Use MP RAEO Previous Year Papers Effectively
- Start by solving a paper in a time-bound manner without referring to study material.
- After completing the paper, check the answers and analyse every incorrect or unanswered question.
- Revise the topics where mistakes were made and attempt the paper again after revision if required.
- Gradually increase the number of papers solved and use scores to track improvement in speed, accuracy, and overall preparation.
Download Previous Year Question Papers
| Year/Shift | Download PDF |
|---|---|
| Paper Shift I (7-21-2023) | Download PDF |
| Paper Shift II (7-21-2023) | Download PDF |
| Paper Shift I (7-22-2023) | Download PDF |
| Paper Shift II (7-22-2023) | Download PDF |
| Paper Shift I (11-04-2022) | Download PDF |
| Paper Shift II (11-04-2022) | Download PDF |
| Paper Shift I (10-02-2021) | Download PDF |
| Paper Shift II (10-02-2021) | Download PDF |
| Paper Shift I (11-02-2021) | Download PDF |
| Paper Shift II (12-11-2021) | Download PDF |
| Paper Shift I (11-12-2021) | Download PDF |
| Paper Shift II (11-12-2021) | Download PDF |
Next Steps for Candidates
Now that the exam date is set for 17 September 2026, ensure you keep checking for the MP RAEO Admit Card 2026 Out notification. Additionally, review the MP Vyapam AEO Syllabus and MP RAEO Salary details to stay informed. For any urgent queries, you can contact the MPESB helpdesk at 0755-2578801 / 0755-2578802, the toll-free number at 1800-233-7899, or email [email protected].