Madhya Pradesh Pre Agriculture Test (MP PAT)
Madhya Pradesh Pre Agriculture Test (MP PAT)

The MP PAT 2026 examination will be held on 08 May 2026. Its answer key has released. The Madhya Pradesh Pre Agriculture Test (MP PAT) is a State-level entrance exam for Agriculture. Organized by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MP ESB), it facilitates admissions to B.Sc H Agriculture, B.Sc H Horticulture, B.Sc H Forestry, and B.Tech Agriculture Engineering in Agricultural Sciences and Technology colleges in Madhya Pradesh.

What is MP PAT 2026?

The MP PAT 2026 is the gateway for students seeking admission to prestigious agricultural universities in Madhya Pradesh, specifically Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya (JNKVV), Jabalpur, and Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya (RVSKVV), Gwalior. The examination facilitates entry into undergraduate programs designed to produce skilled professionals for the agro-industrial sector.

MP PAT 2025 answer key has been released. Get the link to check the answer key here.

Official Website of MP PAT

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Quick-Glance Table: MP PAT 2026

EventDetails
Exam NameMP Pre-Agriculture Test (MP PAT) 2026
Conducting BodyMP Employee Selection Board (MPESB)
Official Websiteesb.mp.gov.in
Exam DateMay 8, 2026
Exam ModeOffline (OMR-based)
Total Marks200 Marks (200 MCQs)
Negative MarkingNone

MP PAT 2026 Exam Date

Exam EventEvent Date
Release of application form or Start of registration24 Mar 2026
Last date to apply07 Apr 2026
Application Corrections Dates24 Mar 2026 – 12 Apr 2026
Issuance of MP PAT admit card 2026As per MP ESB
MP PAT 2026 exam date08 May 2026
Release of answer key11 May 2026
Announcement of MP PAT result 2026As per MP ESB

Eligibility Criteria

  • B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture/ B.Sc. (Hons) Horticulture, B.Sc. (Hons) Forestry: Passed 12th class or equivalent examination of 10+2 with required subjects of Board of Secondary Education Madhya Pradesh
    • Science Group – i.e. Physics, Chemistry and any one of the following (1) Mathematics, (2) Biology (3) Agriculture OR
    • Agriculture group
      • Science and Mathematics useful for agriculture
      • Crop production and horticulture and elements of animal husbandry and poultry farming. OR
    • Science Group – i.e. biology, chemistry and agriculture
  • B.Tech (Agriculture Engineering):  Candidates must have passed 10+2 with the subjects Physics, Chemistry, English, and Math. Those candidates whose results are still awaited for class 12th can also apply.

💳 Application Fee

CategoryFee
Unreserved (General)₹500
SC / ST / OBC / PwD (MP Residents only)₹250
Portal Fee (MP Online)₹60 (Extra)

Mode of Payment

  • Through online Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking
  • An amount of Rs 60/- has to be paid if the application is submitted via the Kiosk portal.
  • An amount of Rs 20/- has to be paid if the application is submitted through a registered citizen user.

2026 Seat Matrix: Government Colleges

Admissions are managed through a centralized online counseling portal (kvv.mponline.gov.in). Below is a summary of the distribution of seats across major government institutions:

College NameTotal Seats (Approx.)Key Streams Offered
Agriculture College, Jabalpur77B.Sc Agriculture, Horticulture
Agriculture College, Rewa77B.Sc Agriculture
Agriculture College, Tikamgarh77B.Sc Agriculture
Agriculture College, Ganjbasoda77B.Sc Agriculture
Agriculture College, Waraseoni77B.Sc Agriculture
Agriculture College, Powarkheda77B.Sc Agriculture
Agriculture College, Khurai/Sagar66B.Sc Agriculture

MP PAT Exam

If you will appear in MP PAT exam, then you should know the mode, important topics, question distribution, marking scheme. This is the MP PAT exam pattern.

MP PAT 2023

The exam pattern is as follows

  • Mode of Exam – The exam  is a Online test.
  • Question type – The questions are Objective.
  • Number of Questions – There are 200 questions in the entrance exam.
  • Total Marks – Maximum marks in the exam is 200.
  • Exam Duration – The entrance exam is of 3 hours.

Marking Scheme – 

  • Candidates get +1 marks for correct answer.
  • And negative marks is for incorrect answers

📚 Syllabus Overview

The syllabus is based on the Class 11 and 12 curriculum of the MP Board and CBSE.

  • Physics: Units & Dimensions, Motion, Work/Energy/Power, Thermodynamics, Optics.
  • Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Solid State, Organic Chemistry.
  • Maths/Biology/Agriculture: Specific to the stream selected by the candidate. For Agriculture students, topics include Crop Production, Animal Husbandry, and Poultry Farming.

Admission Process & Counselling Timeline

  1. Notification: MPPEB releases the official notification on the ESB website.
  2. Application: Candidates must register online, upload required documents, and pay the application fee.
  3. Admit Card: Released 10-15 days prior to the exam date.
  4. Entrance Exam: Conducted via CBT mode.
  5. Counselling: Centralized web-based counseling is conducted for seat allotment based on rank.

Official Website

For more details visit the official website

FAQs

Is there negative marking in MP PAT 2026?

No, there is no negative marking in the MP PAT exam.

Can I apply for B.Sc Agriculture with PCM group?

Yes, but you must select the appropriate subject group during application.

What is the official website for MP PAT counseling?

The official portal for all counseling procedures is kvv.mponline.gov.in

Are private colleges included in the counseling?

Yes, the centralized counseling covers both government and government-aided seats.

What documents are required for verification?

You will need your 10th/12th marksheets, MP Domicile certificate, Caste/EWS certificate (if applicable), and the MP PAT Admit Card/Scorecard.

MP PAT Overview

AspectsDetails
Name of ExamMP PAT
Full Form of MP PATMadhya Pradesh Pre Agriculture Test
Organizing BodyMP ESB
Full Form of MP ESBMadya Pradesh Employees Selection Board
Type of ExamAgriculture Entrance Exam
Level of ExamState
RegionMadya Pradesh
Official Websiteesb.mp.gov.in
Courses Where Admission is Through MP PATB.Sc H Agriculture, B.Sc H Horticulture, B.Sc H Forestry, B.Tech Agriculture Engineering
Colleges Where Admission is Through MP PATAgricultural Sciences and Technology colleges in Madhya Pradesh
Minimum Educational Qualification Class 12th
Mode of ExamOnline
Type of QuestionsObjective
Number of Questions200
Total Marks200
Marking Scheme+1, 0
Exam Duration3 hours
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