MPESB Group-3 Sub Engineer, Sahayak Manchitrakar, Technician Combined Recruitment Test 2026 (Second) – 1700 Posts, Re-Apply 13–27 October
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB, also known as MP Vyapam) is recruiting for 1700 posts through the Group-3 Sub Engineer, Sahayak Manchitrakar (Draftsman), Technician and Other Equivalent Posts Combined Recruitment Test 2026 (Second). The posts are spread over about 132 post codes in many MP departments. This guide has the dates, vacancy, eligibility, age limit, fee, exam pattern and official links.
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MPESB Group-3 2026 (Second) – Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB / MP Vyapam), Bhopal |
| Exam Name | Group-3 Sub Engineer, Sahayak Manchitrakar, Technician and Other Equivalent Posts Combined Recruitment Test 2026 (Second) |
| Total Posts | 1700 (provisional, may be revised) |
| Qualification | Diploma / Degree in the relevant trade (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical etc.), post-wise |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years (up to 45 years for eligible categories), as on 1 January 2026 |
| Pay Level | Level 4 to Level 8 of MP Pay Matrix (₹19,500 to ₹1,03,600) |
| Selection | Online Computer Based Test (200 marks), then document verification by the department |
| Job Location | Madhya Pradesh |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Rule Book Published | 27 August 2026 |
| First Application Window | 29 August – 12 September 2026 |
| Re-open Notice | 1 October 2026 |
| Re-open Application Start | 13 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 October 2026 |
| Correction Window | 13 – 28 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced (earlier date 7 October 2026 was postponed) |
| Admit Card | Before the exam (to be announced) |
Post-wise Vacancy
| Post | Posts |
|---|---|
| Sub Engineer (various departments, 16 departments) | 861 |
| Sub Engineer Civil (Water Resources, Tribal Affairs, Laghu Udyog) | 416 |
| Laboratory Technician (21 polytechnics) | 81 |
| Sub Engineer Electrical / Mechanical (PHE) | 70 |
| Draughtsman / Map Maker (Sahayak Manchitrakar) | 49 |
| Assistant Architectural Draughtsman | 38 |
| Sub Engineer Civil, Divyangjan only (Water Resources: MD 31, VH 28, EH 25) | 84 |
| Sub Engineer Civil (PHE) | 24 |
| Sub Engineer Electrical / Mechanical (Water Resources) | 23 |
| Surveyor (Geology and Mining) | 14 |
| Mechanical Assistant (Agricultural Engineering) | 12 |
| Lab Technician (Naugaon Polytechnic) | 10 |
| Technical Assistant | 9 |
| Mineral Surveyor, Kanishth Nirdeshak, Computer Operator, Demonstrator, Campus Supervisor | 9 |
| Total (original rule book) | 1700 |
The post counts are as per the original rule book and are provisional. Reports say the number of posts has increased in the re-open notice, but the revised total was not published when we checked. Largest recruiters: Water Resources (486), PWD Bhopal (293) and Rural Engineering Services (290).
Category-wise Vacancy
| UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 628 | 146 | 246 | 254 | 426 | 1700 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Sub Engineer: 3-year Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering. For Electrical posts, Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering. For Electrical/Mechanical posts, a 3-year Diploma in that branch.
- Laboratory Technician / Technical Assistant: First Division Diploma in the branch given against the post code.
- Draughtsman (Sahayak Manchitrakar): First Division Diploma in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Forest Department post: Higher Secondary plus drawing or ITI Draughtsmanship certificate.
- Assistant Architectural Draughtsman: Diploma or Degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering (or Bachelor's in Planning), plus a certificate in GIS and Remote Sensing.
- Surveyor / Mineral Surveyor: ITI in Surveying or Civil Diploma (Surveyor); Diploma in Mining or Civil Engineering (Mineral Surveyor).
- Employment Registration: Live registration with an MP Employment Exchange (Rojgar Panjiyan) is compulsory for all posts.
- Domicile: Non-MP candidates can apply only for unreserved posts, with no reservation or age relaxation.
- The required qualification must be held on the date of form submission. Final-year students are not eligible.
Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)
| Category | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| General (Open) | 18 | 40 years |
| MP-domicile SC / ST / OBC | 18 | 45 years |
| Women (all categories) | 18 | 45 years |
| Government / corporation employees, Home Guards, Divyangjan | 18 | 45 years |
| EWS | 18 | 40 years (no relaxation) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (per paper) |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / Non-MP domicile | ₹500 |
| MP-domicile SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwBD | ₹250 |
| Backlog posts (direct recruitment) | Nil |
MP Online portal charges are extra: ₹60 at a kiosk or ₹20 when you apply as a registered citizen user.
Pay Scale
| Pay Level | Pay (₹ per month) | Example Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Level 8 | 32,800 – 1,03,600 | Sub Engineer, Campus Supervisor |
| Level 7 | 28,700 – 91,300 | Mineral Surveyor, Kanishth Nirdeshak, Demonstrator |
| Level 6 | 25,300 – 80,500 | Lab Technician, Technical Assistant, Draughtsman |
| Level 5 | 22,100 – 70,000 | Surveyor |
| Level 4 | 19,500 – 62,000 | Computer Operator |
During probation, selected candidates get a stipend of 70%, 80% and 90% of the minimum pay in years 1, 2 and 3 as per MP rules.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
- Online Computer Based Test (CBT): one paper of 200 marks, 3 hours, in Hindi and English.
- Merit list on percentile basis, post-wise and department-wise.
- Document verification by the concerned department.
| Part | Subjects | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | General Knowledge, General Hindi, General English, General Maths, Reasoning, General Science, Computer Knowledge | 100 |
| Part B | Technical paper as per post code (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Computer Science, Electronics and others) | 100 |
Qualifying marks are 50% for unreserved and 40% for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and Divyangjan. Sources differ on negative marking (one reports 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer and another says none), so check the rule book.
How to Apply
- Open the MP Online portal or visit esb.mp.gov.in and go to the ESB examination section.
- Fill in your details with Aadhaar or Aadhaar VID and your Employment Registration number.
- Upload photo, signature and handwriting in the prescribed format.
- Select your post codes, department preferences and exam cities.
- Pay the fee online (or at an MP Online kiosk) and submit.
- Save the form number and take a printout. Download the admit card when released.
Important Links
| Link | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (MP Online) | Apply Now |
| Official Notification (Rule Book) | Download PDF |
| Re-open Notification PDF | View Notice |
| Official Website | esb.mp.gov.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many posts are there in MPESB Group-3 2026 (Second)?
1700 posts as per the original rule book. The count is provisional and may be revised.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
27 October 2026. The re-open window started on 13 October 2026 and the correction window ends on 28 October 2026.
Q3. Can I apply if I missed the first window?
Yes. The form was re-opened from 13 to 27 October 2026, so new applicants can apply now.
Q4. What is the qualification?
A Diploma or Degree in the trade given against your post code, such as Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. A live MP Employment Exchange registration is also required.
Q5. What is the application fee?
₹500 for unreserved candidates and ₹250 for MP-domicile SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD, plus portal charges.
Q6. When is the exam?
The 7 October 2026 exam was postponed. The new date has not been confirmed yet.
Q7. Is there an interview?
No. Selection is based on the online CBT percentile, followed by document verification.
Conclusion
If you hold a diploma or degree in a technical trade and have a live MP Employment Exchange registration, apply for MPESB Group-3 before 27 October 2026. Start preparing for both the general part and your technical subject, and watch esb.mp.gov.in for the exam date. Follow our WhatsApp channel, Instagram and YouTube for quick updates.
