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| Recruiting authority | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal (also known as MP Vyapam) |
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| Last successful check | 14 Nov 2026 |
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| Last date | 12 Sept 2026 |
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- The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), commonly known as MP Vyapam, has released the MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026 (Second) notification for 1700 posts of Sub Engineer (Upyantri), Draftsman/Cartographer, Laboratory Technician, and other equivalent Group 3 posts across various Madhya Pradesh government departments. This is a combined recruitment examination conducted by MPESB, Bhopal, for posts that fall outside the purview of the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission. Online applications open on 13-10-2026 and close on 27-10-2026, with the online CBT examination scheduled to begin from December 2026/ January 2027.
- Quick answers: MPESB (Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board) is conducting the Group 3 Combined Recruitment Examination 2026 (Second) for 1700 posts, mainly Sub Engineer, Draftsman/Cartographer, and Laboratory Technician, across multiple Madhya Pradesh government departments and institutions. Candidates with a relevant diploma or degree in engineering/technical disciplines (varying by post) are eligible, subject to the age limit of 18–40 years (up to 45 years for certain reserved/relaxation categories) as on 01-01-2026.
- MPESB Group-3 Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
- MPESB Group-3 Sub Engineer Reopen Notification PDF | Reopen Notification PDF
MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026 Overview
MPESB Group 3 Important Dates
- The examination will be conducted in two shifts on each exam day. Candidates must reach the exam venue by the reporting time specified on the admit card - 7:00 AM–8:00 AM for the first shift and 12:30 PM–1:30 PM for the second shift - as late entry will not be permitted.
MPESB Group 3 Vacancy 2026 – Post-Wise Details
- A total of 1700 vacancies have been notified across 131 post codes spanning multiple Madhya Pradesh government departments, directorates, and polytechnic colleges. The number of vacancies notified is provisional and subject to revision by the concerned department.
MPESB Group 3 Eligibility Criteria and Qualification
- Eligibility for MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026 depends on the specific post code and technical branch applied for. As a general pattern, most posts require a diploma (typically three years) or degree in the relevant engineering/technical branch from a recognised university, board, or institution. The technical branches covered under this recruitment include:
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
- Fashion Technology
- Architecture & Interior Design
- Modern Office Management
- Hotel Management
- Agriculture Engineering
- Textile Design
- Automobile Engineering
- Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
- Mining/Civil Engineering (for Mineral Surveyor posts)
- ITI Craftsman (Civil) trade-based posts
- The exact minimum qualification (diploma or degree, first-class requirement where applicable, and specific branch) differs for each of the 131 post codes and is specified individually in the notification. Candidates should verify the qualification for their specific post code before applying. Candidates must also have a live registration with a Madhya Pradesh Employment Office (Rojgar Karyalaya) to be eligible.
- Nationality: Candidates must be citizens of India; Nepalese citizens may also apply, subject to the eligibility certificate required under the applicable Madhya Pradesh Civil Services Recruitment Rules, 1961. Candidates who are not permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh may apply only against unreserved/open vacancies, and will not be eligible for reservation or age relaxation benefits.
MPESB Group 3 Age Limit
- Age is calculated as on 1 January 2026 for Madhya Pradesh domiciled candidates.
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates are not eligible for age relaxation.
- Additional age relaxation applicable to Ex-servicemen and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities is as per orders issued by the General Administration Department from time to time.
- In no case will the maximum age limit exceed 45 years after including all applicable relaxations (except for contractual employees and categories mentioned in Rule 14 of the notification).
- To avoid any confusion regarding age eligibility, candidates can use our Age Calculator to calculate their exact age based on the prescribed cut-off date before applying.
MPESB Group 3 Salary
- Pay scale varies by post, ranging from Level 4 to Level 8 of the Madhya Pradesh Pay Matrix, depending on the post code and department. Representative pay levels notified include:
- The exact pay level applicable to each post code is specified individually in the notification. As per the Madhya Pradesh General Administration Department circular dated 12 December 2019, appointees will be paid a stipend during probation - 70% of the minimum of the pay scale in the first year, 80% in the second year, and 90% in the third year - with the full pay scale becoming payable on successful completion of probation.
MPESB Group 3 Application Fee
- In addition to the application fee, candidates applying online through an MP Online kiosk must pay a portal fee of ₹60; candidates applying by logging in as a registered citizen user must pay a portal fee of ₹20.
MPESB Group 3 Selection Process
- Selection for MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026 is through a single online Computer-Based Test (CBT) carrying 200 marks.
Exam Pattern
- Marking scheme: 1 mark is awarded for each correct answer, and 0.25 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer.
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How to Apply for MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official MPESB website, www.esb.mp.gov.in, or apply through an MP Online kiosk.
- Register and complete the online application.
- Ensure a live registration with a Madhya Pradesh Employment Office (Rojgar Karyalaya) before applying.
- Select the relevant post code(s) and technical branch applicable to your qualification.
- Pay the applicable application fee (₹500 for Unreserved, ₹250 for MP domicile SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates) plus the MP Online portal charge (₹60 for kiosk, ₹20 for registered citizen login).
- Download the admit card (Test Admit Card) from the MPESB website once released, ahead of the exam date.
- Candidates must carry their original Aadhaar card (or e-Aadhaar/Aadhaar photocopy/Aadhaar number/VID) along with a valid original photo identity proof (Voter ID, PAN card, Aadhaar card, Driving Licence, or Passport) to the exam centre, as multi-level biometric verification is mandatory at entry and during the examination.
MPESB Group 3 Important Instructions
- Aadhaar-based registration is mandatory for all candidates.
- Original photo identity proof is compulsory at the exam centre; candidates without it will not be permitted to appear.
- Electronic devices such as mobile phones, calculators, log tables, digital watches, and sunglasses are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall.
- No candidate will be permitted to enter the exam hall after the reporting time, and no candidate may leave the exam hall before the exam ends.
- Candidate eligibility verified at the time of the computer-based exam is provisional; actual document verification is carried out by the concerned department during the appointment process.
- Candidates belonging to Madhya Pradesh's special primitive tribal communities (Baiga, Sahariya/Saharia, and Bharia) applying for non-executive posts must submit their application in hard copy directly to the concerned department, along with all supporting documents, using the format in Annexure-2 - applications sent to MPESB in this case will not be considered valid.
- Facilities such as a scribe or compensatory time are available to eligible PwBD candidates during the written exam, subject to submitting the required documents to the Board at least 10 days before the exam date.
- Objections on question papers can be raised only online, within 3 days of the objection link going live, on payment of ₹150 plus applicable charges per question/answer objected to.
- The Hindi text of each question paper will be treated as standard, except for Science and Technical subject papers, where the English text will be treated as standard, in case of discrepancy between the two languages.
- Admit cards will not be sent by post; candidates must download them from the MPESB website.
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- Candidates holding a diploma in engineering can also explore more Diploma Engineering Government Jobs and Sub Engineer Jobs available across India. Those looking for opportunities within the state can check more Madhya Pradesh Government Jobs and MPESB Recruitment notifications. Candidates from a Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical background can also browse Civil Engineering Jobs, Electrical Engineering Jobs, and Mechanical Engineering Jobs matching their qualification. Those interested in similar technical roles can also explore more Draftsman Jobs and Laboratory Technician Jobs across India.
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Q2. How many vacancies are available in MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026?
- A total of 1700 vacancies have been notified across 131 post codes spanning multiple Madhya Pradesh government departments, directorates, and polytechnic colleges.
Q4. What is the qualification required for MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026?
- Qualification varies by post code and technical branch, and is generally a diploma or degree in the relevant engineering/technical discipline (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science, Electronics & Telecommunication, and other branches) from a recognised institution.
Q5. What is the age limit for MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026?
- The general age limit is 18 to 40 years, extending to 18–45 years for Madhya Pradesh domiciled SC/ST/OBC candidates, government/PSU employees, Home Guards, PwBD candidates, and women, as on 01-01-2026.
Q6. What is the application fee for MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026?
- The application fee is ₹500 for Unreserved candidates and ₹250 for Madhya Pradesh domiciled SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates, plus an MP Online portal charge of ₹60 (kiosk) or ₹20 (registered citizen login). There is no fee for direct recruitment against backlog vacancies.
Q7. What is the selection process for MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026?
- Selection is through a single online Computer-Based Test of 200 marks, with Section A (General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Maths, Reasoning, Science, Computer Knowledge) carrying 100 marks and Section B (technical trade-based paper) carrying 100 marks, with 1 mark for each correct answer and 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
Q8. What is the salary for MPESB Group 3 posts?
- Pay scale ranges from Level 4 (₹19,500–62,000) to Level 8 (₹32,800–1,03,600) depending on the specific post, with Sub Engineer posts typically at Level 8.
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