MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 1,700 Sub Engineer, Draftsman, Lab Technician & Other Posts
MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the official notification for the Group-3 Combined Recruitment Examination 2026 for recruitment to 1,700 vacancies across various departments in Madhya Pradesh [citation:12].
The recruitment drive includes positions such as Sub Engineer (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical), Draftsman, Laboratory Technician, Technical Assistant, Computer Operator, Surveyor, Assistant Town Planner, and other equivalent posts [citation:12][citation:15].
Eligible candidates can apply online from 29 August 2026 to 12 September 2026 through the official MPESB or MP Online portal [citation:12]. The written examination is tentatively scheduled for 07 October 2026 [citation:12].
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) |
| Exam Name | Group-3 Combined Recruitment Examination 2026 [citation:12] |
| Total Vacancies | 1,700 [citation:12][citation:15] |
| Posts | Sub Engineer, Draftsman, Lab Technician, Technical Assistant, Computer Operator, Surveyor & Other Equivalent Posts [citation:12] |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | esb.mp.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 27 August 2026 [citation:1] |
| Online Application Start | 29 August 2026 [citation:12] |
| Online Application Close | 12 September 2026 [citation:12] |
| Correction Window | Up to 17 September 2026 [citation:1] |
| Exam Date | 07 October 2026 (Tentative) [citation:12] |
📊 Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 628 [citation:12][citation:15] |
| EWS | 146 [citation:12][citation:15] |
| SC | 246 [citation:12][citation:15] |
| ST | 254 [citation:12][citation:15] |
| OBC | 426 [citation:12][citation:15] |
| Total | 1,700 |
📊 Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Sub Engineer (Civil) | 1,079+ [citation:15] | Level 8 [citation:12] |
| Sub Engineer (Electrical/Mechanical) | 161+ [citation:15] | Level 8 [citation:12] |
| Draftsman | 73+ [citation:15] | Level 6 [citation:12] |
| Laboratory Technician | Various [citation:12] | Level 6 [citation:12] |
| Assistant Architect Draftsman (GIS) | 38 [citation:15] | Level 6 [citation:12] |
| Other Posts | Various [citation:12] | As per rules [citation:12] |
| Total | 1,700 | - |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026): [citation:8][citation:10]
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 40 Years [citation:10] |
| SC / ST / OBC / PwBD / Women (MP Domicile) | 45 Years [citation:10] |
📌 Minimum Age: 18 Years [citation:10]
Educational Qualification: [citation:12][citation:15]
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Sub Engineer (Civil) | 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from recognized institute [citation:15] |
| Sub Engineer (Electrical/Mechanical) | 3-year Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering [citation:15] |
| Draftsman | Diploma/ITI in Draftsman (Civil/Mech) or relevant trade [citation:6] |
| Laboratory Technician | Relevant Diploma/Degree in the concerned field [citation:12] |
| Other Posts | As per departmental recruitment rules [citation:12] |
📌 Note: Candidates must have active registration in MP Rojgar Portal [citation:6].
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other State | ₹560/- [citation:4] |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwBD (MP Domicile) | ₹310/- [citation:4] |
📌 Note: Portal fee included [citation:4][citation:5]. Payment can be made online via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, and other online modes [citation:5].
📋 Exam Pattern
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Part A (Non-Technical): GK, Hindi, English, Mathematics, Reasoning, Science, Computer | 100 [citation:3][citation:7] |
| Part B (Technical/Trade Subject): Branch-Wise Technical | 100 [citation:3][citation:7] |
| Total | 200 |
📌 Key Points:
- Duration: 3 Hours [citation:7]
- No Negative Marking [citation:7]
- Medium: Hindi & English [citation:14]
- Question Type: Objective (MCQ) [citation:14]
📌 Selection Process
- Stage 1: Written Examination – 200 Marks (Computer Based Test) [citation:12]
- Stage 2: Document Verification – Verification of original certificates [citation:12]
- Stage 3: Medical Examination – As per department rules [citation:12]
📝 How to Apply for MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026
- Visit the Official Website: Go to mponline.gov.in or esb.mp.gov.in [citation:5].
- Complete Profile Registration & e-KYC: Register using Aadhaar if not already done [citation:5].
- Find Application Link: Click on "Group-3 Combined Recruitment Examination 2026" [citation:5].
- Login: Use your Profile Number/Registration Number and Date of Birth [citation:5].
- Fill Application Form: Enter personal, educational, and category details accurately [citation:5].
- Select Post: Choose the specific post preference you are applying for [citation:2].
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required certificates as per guidelines [citation:5].
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the applicable fee online [citation:5].
- Submit: Review all details and submit the application.
- Take Printout: Download and save the submitted application for future reference [citation:5].
📌 Correction Window: Candidates can make corrections to their application form (with fee) up to 17 September 2026 [citation:1].
🔗 Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | 📝 Apply Online |
| Official Notification PDF | 📄 Download Notification |
| Official Website | 🌐 Visit Website |
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