The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has re-opened the online application window for the Group-3 Sub Engineer, Sahayak Manchitrakar, Technician and Other Equivalent Combined Recruitment Test 2026. If you missed the first window, this is your second chance to apply for 1,715 government posts.
The re-opened form goes live on 13 October 2026 and will stay open till 27 October 2026 (11:59 PM). The board issued an updated notification on 9 October 2026 with the revised schedule. Read on for vacancy details, dates, fee, age limit and eligibility.
MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) |
| Recruitment | Group-3 Sub Engineer, Sahayak Manchitrakar, Technician and Other Equivalent Combined Recruitment Test 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 1,715 |
| Qualification | ITI / Diploma / Degree in the relevant trade or discipline |
| Re-opened application window | 13 – 27 October 2026 |
| Official website | esb.mp.gov.in |
MPESB Group-3 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 27 August 2026 |
| First application window | 29 August – 12 September 2026 (closed) |
| Updated notification (re-open) | 9 October 2026 |
| Re-opened form starts | 13 October 2026 |
| Re-opened form last date | 27 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee payment last date | 27 October 2026 |
| Form correction last date | 28 October 2026 |
| Written exam | To be notified (expected January 2027) |
| Admit card | Before the exam, on esb.mp.gov.in |
MPESB Group-3 Vacancy Details
The board is filling 1,715 posts covering Sub Engineer, Sahayak Manchitrakar (draftsman), Technician, Lab Technician and other equivalent Group-3 posts across Madhya Pradesh government departments. MPESB has added 15 Sub Engineer (Civil) vacancies under the Tribal Affairs Department, taking the total up from 1,700.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 634 |
| OBC | 431 |
| SC | 247 |
| ST | 256 |
| EWS | 147 |
| Total | 1,715 |
Application Fee
- General / Other State: ₹500 + ₹60 portal charge (₹560 effective).
- SC / ST / OBC: ₹250 + ₹60 portal charge (₹310 effective).
- EWS / PwBD (Divyang): ₹250 + ₹60 portal charge.
- Correction charge: ₹20 per correction.
- Payment mode: online — debit card, credit card, net banking, IMPS or mobile wallet.
Age Limit and Eligibility
- Age limit (as on 1 January 2026): 18 – 40 years for General and EWS candidates; up to 45 years for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD and all female candidates. Relaxation applies as per MPESB rules.
- Qualification: ITI, Diploma or Degree (BE/B.Tech/Bachelor’s) in the relevant trade or discipline from a recognised institution. Check the post-wise qualification table in the official notification before applying, as each post has specific discipline requirements.
- Domicile: candidates from other states can apply as General category.
MPESB Group-3 Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written examination | Objective-type test, 200 marks, 3 hours |
| Document verification | For qualified candidates |
| Medical examination | Before final appointment |
The written exam has two sections: general subjects (General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Maths, Science, Reasoning and Computer — 100 marks) and subject-related questions from your trade or discipline (100 marks). There is no separate stage-wise merit — performance in the written exam decides the shortlist.
How to Apply for MPESB Group-3 2026
- Visit the official MPESB website at esb.mp.gov.in — the Group-3 online form link goes live on 13 October 2026.
- Open the Group-3 Sub Engineer / Technician Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Complete registration and fill in your personal, educational and category details.
- Upload your photograph, signature and required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form before 27 October 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Save or print the final submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
- MPESB official website (esb.mp.gov.in) — the re-opened online form link goes live on 13 October 2026
- Updated MPESB Group-3 notification (9 October 2026) — check the latest official notice on the MPESB website before applying
FAQs
Q. When does the re-opened MPESB Group-3 form start and end?
The re-opened online form goes live on 13 October 2026 and the last date to apply is 27 October 2026 (11:59 PM). Fee payment also closes on 27 October, and form corrections are allowed up to 28 October.
Q. How many vacancies are there in MPESB Group-3 2026?
1,715 posts — Sub Engineer, Sahayak Manchitrakar, Technician, Lab Technician and other equivalent Group-3 posts (UR 634, OBC 431, SC 247, ST 256, EWS 147).
Q. What is the application fee for the MPESB Group-3 re-opened form?
₹500 for General / Other State and ₹250 for SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwBD candidates, plus a ₹60 portal charge. Payment is online only.
Q. What qualification is needed for MPESB Group-3 Sub Engineer posts?
ITI, Diploma or Degree in the relevant trade or discipline from a recognised institution. Each post has specific discipline requirements, so check the official notification’s post-wise eligibility table before applying.
