MP TET 2026 Exam to be Held Online and Offline; Application Correction Window Closes September 9

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced on September 7, 2026, that the MP TET 2026 examination will be conducted in both online and offline modes across Madhya Pradesh. This significant change aims to provide more flexibility to candidates and forms part of broader improvements within the state’s teaching field, as stated by the Chief Minister.

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) is the conducting body for MP TET 2026, a special eligibility test designed for in-service teachers. The application correction window for the examination remains open until September 9, 2026, with the examination itself scheduled to commence from October 12, 2026.

MP TET 2026: Key Changes and Examination Structure

The decision to offer both online and offline examination modes for MP TET 2026 marks a notable shift, directly addressing candidate flexibility and broader improvements in the teaching sector. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav stated, “MP TET 2026 will now be conducted in both online and offline modes, as announced by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav.” This move is expected to benefit tons of in-service teachers aspiring to enhance their qualifications.

The MP TET 2026 examination comprises two papers. Paper 1 is designed for Primary teaching, covering Class 1 to 5, while Paper 2 caters to Upper Primary teaching, for Class 6 to 8. Both papers consist of 150 objective-type questions, with each paper carrying a maximum of 150 marks. Candidates will be allotted 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete each paper, and importantly, there is no negative marking in MP TET 2026, which could ease pressure on test-takers.

MP TET 2026: Important Dates and Fees

The application process for MP TET 2026 began on August 21, 2026, following the notification release on August 17, 2026. The initial deadline for online applications was September 4, 2026. Candidates who need to make corrections to their application forms have until September 9, 2026, to do so via the official website, esb.mp.gov.in. The examination fee for all categories is ₹1,000 per question paper.

MP TET 2026: Application Correction and Examination Schedule

Candidates who submitted their applications between August 21 and September 4, 2026, and require modifications, must utilise the correction window before it closes on September 9, 2026. The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has outlined a clear examination schedule, with the first shift reporting time from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM and the exam running from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The second shift requires reporting between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM, with the examination scheduled from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM.

To qualify, candidates from SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Divyangjan/PwD categories must secure a minimum of 50% marks, while other/general category candidates need to achieve at least 60%. All relevant details and updates are available on the official website, esb.mp.gov.in.

How to Correct MP TET 2026 Application Form

Candidates who need to make corrections to their MP TET 2026 application form must follow a specific online process before the September 9, 2026 deadline. This ensures that all submitted information is accurate for the upcoming examination.

1. Go to the official website of the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) at esb.mp.gov.in.
2. Locate and click on the link for “MP TET 2026 Application Form Correction.”
3. Log in using your application number and date of birth or other required credentials.
4. Access your submitted application form and make the necessary edits or corrections.
5. Review all changes carefully to ensure accuracy.
6. Save the updated application form and take a printout for your records.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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