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The Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB) has released the Official Notification for the Primary Teacher Selection Test (PSTST) 2025. The recruitment aims to fill 10150 Primary Teacher posts under the School Education Department. Interested candidates who have passed the MP Primary TET 2020 or 2024 can apply online from 18 July 2025 to 26 August 2025.
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MP Primary Teacher 2025: Vacancy Details
Important Date
- Application Start: 18 July 2025
- Last Date : 26 August 2025
- Correction Date: 18 July 2025 to 26 August 2025
- Exam Date: 31 August 2025 (Sunday Onwards)
- Admit Card: Check Before Exam
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age:
- General Male: 40 Years
- MP Resident Female: 45 Years
- Reserved Categories of MP: Up to 45 Years
- Guest Teachers: Up to 54 Years
- Age Relaxation: Special Relaxations: Up to 55 Years for listed categories
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
Application Fees
- General (Unreserved): 500/- + 60/-(Portal Charge)
- ST / SC /OBC / EWS: 250/- + 60/-(Portal Charge)
- Backlog Posts (Only MP Residents): 0/- + 60/-(Portal Charge)
- MPOnline Portal Charges: - ₹60 via Kiosk and ₹20 via Registered Citizen Login.
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
Qualification
- Must be qualified in Primary TET 2020 or 2024 (minimum marks as per category)
- Plus one of the following qualifications:
- Higher Secondary (50%) + 2-Year D.Ed/Special Ed
- Higher Secondary (45%) + D.Ed (as per NCTE 2002 Norms)
- Higher Secondary (50%) + 4-Year B.El.Ed
- Graduate + 2-Year D.Ed/D.El.Ed
- Note:- SC/ST/OBC/Divyang candidates get 5% relaxation in qualifying marks
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
MP Primary Teacher 2025: Full Eligibility
To be eligible for MP Primary Teacher Recruitment 2025, candidates must have
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification |
Must hold one of the following: - Higher Secondary (50%) + 2-Year Diploma in Education (D.Ed/Special Ed) - Higher Secondary (45%) + D.Ed (as per NCTE 2002 Norms) - Higher Secondary (50%) + 4-Year B.El.Ed - Graduation + 2-Year D.Ed or equivalent Note: SC/ST/OBC/Divyang candidates receive 5% relaxation in marks. |
| PSTET Qualification |
Must have passed MP Primary Teacher Eligibility Test (PSTET) in 2020 or 2024 with: - Minimum 50% for MP reserved categories (with valid certificate) - Minimum 60% for others and outside MP candidates |
| Minimum Age | 21 Years (as on 01 January 2025) |
| Maximum Age |
Varies by category: - General Male: 40 Years - MP Resident Female: 45 Years - Reserved Categories: Up to 45 Years - Guest Teachers: Up to 54 Years - Special relaxations: Up to 55 Years where applicable |
| Employment Registration | Must have a live registration in MP Employment Exchange |
| Biometric Verification | Mandatory at exam center and during selection process |
| Additional Requirements |
- Aadhaar is compulsory - Must bring original photo ID to exam center - TET-qualified marks must match original documents during verification |
MP Primary Teacher 2025: Salary
MP Primary Teacher Salary 2025 is offered as per the rules of the Madhya Pradesh School Education Service Recruitment. During the probation period, selected candidates will receive a monthly salary of ₹25,300 + Dearness Allowance (DA). After successful completion of probation, they will be eligible for the full pay scale and government allowances applicable to third-grade teaching posts in Madhya Pradesh.
| Post | Monthly Salary (Probation) | Pay After Confirmation | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Teacher | ₹25,300 + DA | As per MP Pay Matrix & government rules | Grade-III Teacher Level (Govt. Norms) |
- DA (Dearness Allowance) is applicable on basic pay as per state rates.
- Annual Increment will be provided after confirmation based on service rules.
- Government Benefits include provident fund, medical allowance and pension.
- Probation Period salary is fixed as per Rule 13 of Recruitment Guidelines 2018.
- Final Pay is structured within the official MP government Grade Pay levels for teachers.
MP Primary Teacher 2025: Selection Process
The Selection Process for MP Primary Teacher Recruitment 2025 consists of multiple stages designed to assess the candidate’s eligibility, merit and verification documents. Candidates must clear the Online Examination, followed by Document Verification and other mandatory procedures like Biometric Authentication and Police Character Verification. Final selection is based on merit list and fulfillment of all eligibility criteria.
- Step 1: Appear in the Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) with 100 objective questions.
- Step 2: Wait for the release of merit list based on percentile scores.
- Step 3: Shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification.
- Step 4: Submit valid original certificates (qualification, category, age, TET pass etc.).
- Step 5: Undergo Biometric Verification for identity confirmation.
- Step 6: Police Character Verification must be completed by local authorities.
- Step 7: Get a Medical Fitness Certificate from the district medical board.
- Step 8: Await the final appointment order from the School Education Department.
MP Primary Teacher 2025: Exam Pattern
The MP Primary Teacher Exam Pattern 2025 consists of a single-stage online computer-based test containing 100 objective-type questions. The test evaluates candidates in multiple subjects including Hindi, English, Mathematics, Science and Social Science. Each question carries 1 mark and the total duration of the exam is 2 hours. The paper is designed at a Higher Secondary (Class 12th) level and no negative marking is applicable.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Hindi Language | 15 | 15 |
| English Language | 15 | 15 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| Science | 30 | 30 |
| Social Science | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Mode of Exam: Online Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
- Difficulty Level: Based on Class 12th syllabus
- Marking Scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer
- Negative Marking: No negative marking applicable
- Languages: Bilingual (Hindi & English where applicable)
- Exam Start Date: 31 August 2025 onwards in multiple shifts
MP Primary Teacher 2025: Post / Category Wise Vacancy
The MP Primary Teacher Recruitment 2025 under the School Education Department offers a total of 10150 vacancies, divided across multiple categories and reservation types. These vacancies include posts for Unreserved, EWS, SC, ST and OBC categories, along with designated slots for Women, Guest Teachers, Divyang (Persons with Disabilities) and Ex-Servicemen. The vacancies are further classified into Direct Recruitment – New and Backlog for both Guest and Non-Guest Teacher categories.
Note: Kindly Read Full Notification Before Apply.
MP Primary Teacher 2025: How To Apply
Candidates interested in the MP Primary Teacher Recruitment 2025 must follow the official process to submit their applications online. The application form is available on the MP Employee Selection Board’s official website and applicants must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria and have all required documents before starting. The process includes Aadhaar authentication, fee payment and careful submission of personal and academic details.
- Step 1: Visit the official website www.esb.mp.gov.in
- Step 2: Click on “Apply Online – Primary Teacher Selection Test (PSTST) 2025” link
- Step 3: Complete the registration process using Aadhaar Verified ID and create login credentials
- Step 4: Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational and category details
- Step 5: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, Aadhaar card, certificates and declaration
- Step 6: Pay the application fee through MPOnline portal or using debit/credit card or net banking
- Step 7: Submit the form and download a copy of your application and transaction receipt for future reference
- Step 8: Keep the Application Number and Login Details safe to download the admit card later
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Short Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |