The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has launched its Primary School Teacher Selection Test (PSTST) Recruitment 2025 for 13,089 teaching slots in the state’s government schools. Announced on 12 July 2025, the application window spans from 18 July to 1 August 2025 via the MP ESB portal. This large-scale hiring aims to fill vacancies for both general and science-specialist teachers. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover eligibility, application steps, fee structure, selection process, and exam dates designed to prepare aspiring educators from start to finish.

Important Dates

Here’s a quick overview of key dates to remember:

Be sure to note these dates to manage your preparation and application timeline.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the PSTST Recruitment, candidates must meet specific age and educational requirements:

• Age (as of 1 Jan 2025):
  • Minimum: 21 years
  • Maximum: 40 years for UR/EWS; 45 years for OBC, SC, ST, PWD, and female candidates
• Educational Qualifications: Post Qualification Primary School Teacher (Codes 1–4) MP TET 2020/2024 + 12th (50%) with D.Ed. (2-year) or B.Ed. (4-year), or Graduation + D.Ed. Primary Teacher – Science (Codes 5–10)12th (Science, 50%) + D.Ed./B.Ed. or equivalent.
• Relaxation: Reserved category candidates receive a 5% relaxation in educational percentage.

Application Fee

The fee structure is as follows:

• General & Other States: ₹560
• OBC, SC, ST: ₹310
• Payment methods include debit/credit card, net banking, UPI, IMPS, and mobile wallets.

Make sure your payment is completed by 1 August 2025 to ensure successful form submission.

Selection Process

The recruitment follows a single-stage written examination:

1. PSTST Written Exam (objective-type)
2. Based on the exam results, a final merit list will be published.

No separate interview or document verification stage is mentioned at the time of notification.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply successfully:

1. Visit the official portal — esb.mp.gov.in
2. Register and create login credentials
3. Fill in personal, educational, and category details
4. Upload necessary documents (photos, signature, eligibility proofs)
5. Pay the application fee
6. Review and submit your form before the deadline
7. Download/save the confirmation receipt for future reference

Check details carefully to avoid errors during submission or correction window later.

Exam Pattern & Preparation Tips

Although the exact pattern isn’t released yet, previous years’ PSTST exams typically encompass:

• Language (Hindi/English)
• Mathematics
• Environmental Studies
• Teaching and Child Development

Preparation Tips:

• Study NCERT textbooks for Classes 1–5 for subject expertise
• Practice through MP TET model papers and mock tests
• Follow updates on esb.mp.gov.in for any pattern notifications

The MPESB PSTST 2025 recruitment offers a golden opportunity for over 13,000 aspirants to secure a teaching career in Madhya Pradesh. With clear guidelines, a wide application window, and a merit-based selection, the process is both transparent and accessible. Ensure you apply before 1 August 2025, prepare using TET materials and mock tests, and stay tuned for admit card releases. This is your chance to step into the teaching profession with confidence!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the age criteria for PSTST recruitment?
Ans: Candidates must be between 21–40 years (UR/EWS) and up to 45 years for reserved categories, as of 1 Jan 2025.

Q2. How many vacancies are available?
Ans: A total of 13,089 positions are available for Primary Teacher and Science Teacher roles.

Q3. What is the application fee for General category?
Ans: ₹560 for General and Other State candidates. Reserved categories pay ₹310.

Q4. What is the exam date?
Ans: The PSTST exam is scheduled for 31 August 2025.

Q5. How will candidates be selected?
Ans: Selection will be based solely on the written exam merit list.