The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has officially released the PSTST 2025 notification for the recruitment of Primary Teachers (Class 1 to 5) under the School Education Department and Tribal Affairs Department. A total of 10,150+ vacancies have been announced. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website – esb.mp.gov.in. The last date to apply is 31st August 2025, and the exam is scheduled for 31st August 2025 (tentative).
This is a golden opportunity for teaching aspirants to secure a government job in Madhya Pradesh. The recruitment process includes a written exam, followed by document verification. Interested applicants are advised to go through the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and important dates before applying online.
PSTST 2025 – MP Primary Teacher Recruitment Overview
| Conducted by | MP Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal |
| Recruiting Departments | School Education Dept. & Tribal Affairs Dept., MP Govt |
| Total Vacancies | 10150 (School Edu. Dept.) + More (Tribal Dept.) |
| Post | Primary Teacher |
| Category | Group 3 (Class III) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 18-07-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 01-08-2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 18-07-2025 to 06-08-2025 |
| Tentative Exam Start Date | 31-08-2025 (Sunday) |
Application Fees
| Category | Group | Exam Fee | Portal Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR / OBC (MP Domicile) | Direct Recruitment | ₹500 | ₹60 | ₹560 |
| SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy)/EWS/PwD/Women (MP Domicile) | Direct Recruitment | ₹250 | ₹60 | ₹310 |
| All Categories | Backlog Posts | No Fee | ₹60 | ₹60 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
Candidate must:
- Be a pass out of PSTET (2020 or 2024) with required minimum marks.
- Have one of the following:
- 12th with 50% + 2-Year D.El.Ed or D.Ed (Special)
- 12th with 45% + 2-Year D.El.Ed (as per NCTE 2002 norms)
- 12th with 50% + 4-Year B.El.Ed
- Graduate + 2-Year D.El.Ed or equivalent
Relaxation: 5% relaxation in qualifying marks for SC/ST/OBC/PwD.
2. Age Limit (as of 01-01-2025)
| Category | Max Age | With Guest Teacher Experience |
|---|---|---|
| UR (Male) | 40 | 49 |
| UR (Female – MP Domicile) | 45 | 54 |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS (MP Domicile) | 45 | 54 |
| Govt. Corporation/Urban Army (MP) | 45 | – |
| PwD (MP Domicile) | 45 | 54 |
Min Age: 21 years
Note: Age relaxation only for MP domicile candidates.
Selection Process
- Written Exam (Online Mode)
- Merit List based on Percentile Score
- Document Verification
- Final Selection by Department
Exam Pattern
PSTST 2025 – Primary Teacher Syllabus Table
| Subject | Topics Covered | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | – Child development (Primary level) – Inclusive education – Learning and pedagogy – Educational psychology | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Hindi) | – Comprehension passage – Grammar (Sandhi, Samas, Alankar, etc.) – Creative writing – Language pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (English / Sanskrit / Urdu) | – Reading comprehension – Grammar & vocabulary – Sentence formation – Language pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | – Numbers, Fractions – Geometry & Mensuration – Data handling – Pedagogical issues in Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies (EVS) | – Plants & animals – Water, air, food – Natural resources & pollution – Teaching methods of EVS | 30 | 30 |
| Total | — | 150 | 150 |
- Exam Date: 31 August 2025 (Tentative)
- Exam Duration: 2 hours
- Conducted in two shifts
- Multiple choice questions (MCQs) based test.
Salary Details
| Post | Starting Pay (During Probation) |
|---|---|
| Primary Teacher | ₹25,300 + DA (As per MP Govt Norms) |
After the probation period, full pay scale benefits will be applicable based on 7th CPC pay matrix.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks Required |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS | 40% |
| UR (General) | 50% |
Official Website & Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Link |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Download Here |
Disclaimer
This information is compiled from the official “PSTST 2025 Rule Book” provided by MPESB. All candidates are advised to read the original notification carefully before applying. We are not responsible for any discrepancies in the data or changes made by the authority. Always refer to https://esb.mp.gov.in for the latest updates.