Short Detail:
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has reopened applications for Group-3 Sub-Engineer, Draftsman & Lab Technician Recruitment 2026. This recruitment has 1700 posts, including other equivalent posts. Eligible candidates can apply from 13/10/2026 to 27/10/2026. It is part of the Group-3 Combined Recruitment Examination 2026 (Second). Check your post code, education, age limit, fees and selection details before submitting the form. The reopened correction period ends on 28/10/2026.
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Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB)
MPESB Group-3 Sub-Engineer, Draftsman & Lab Technician Recruitment 2026
Important Dates
- Form Start Date: 29/08/2026
- Form Last Date: 12/09/2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 12/09/2026
- Form Correction Date: 29/08/2026 to 17/09/2026
- Form Re-open Start Date: 13/10/2026
- Form Re-open Last Date: 27/10/2026
- Re-open Fee Payment Last Date: 27/10/2026
- Re-open Form Correction Date: 13/10/2026 to 28/10/2026
- Admit Card Date: Not Available
- Exam Date: 07/10/2026 onwards
Application Fees
- Gen / UR: ₹500 per paper
- SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PH (MP domicile): ₹250 per paper
- Direct Backlog Recruitment: ₹0
- Pay the fee online through the application portal.
MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
As On Date: 01/01/2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age (Gen / UR): 40 Years
- Eligible categories get extra age relaxation as given below.
Max Age With Relaxation
| Category | Max Age With Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC | 45 Years |
| Female Candidates | 45 Years |
| MP Govt / Corporation / Board / Autonomous Body Employees | 45 Years |
| Home Guards / PH | 45 Years |
| Specific Priority / Traditional Categories, as per notification | Up to 55 Years |
MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 1700
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 628 |
| EWS | 146 |
| SC | 246 |
| ST | 254 |
| OBC | 426 |
| Total | 1700 |
Eligibility Details
| Post Code | Post & Department | Required Education |
|---|---|---|
| 001 | Mineral Surveyor — Geology & Mining, Bhopal | Mining or Civil Engineering Diploma. |
| 002 | Surveyor — Geology & Mining, Bhopal | ITI in Surveying or Civil Engineering Diploma. |
| 003 | Lab Technician, Electrical — Govt Polytechnic, Seoni | Electrical Engineering Diploma with first-class marks. |
| 004 | Lab Technician, Mechanical — Govt Polytechnic, Seoni | Mechanical Engineering Diploma with first-class marks. |
| 005 | Lab Technician, Civil — Govt Polytechnic, Balaghat | Civil Engineering Diploma with first-class marks. |
| 018 | Sub-Engineer Civil — Indore Development Authority | Civil Engineering Diploma. |
| 020 | Sub-Engineer Civil — PWD, Bhopal | Civil Engineering Diploma or B.E./B.Tech. |
| 021 | Sub-Engineer Electrical/Electronics — PWD, Bhopal | Electrical Engineering Diploma or Degree. |
| 037 | Sub-Engineer Civil, Contract — MP Urban Development Company | Civil Engineering Diploma. |
| 120 | Sub-Engineer Civil — Rural Engineering Services | Civil Engineering Diploma. |
| 124 | Sub-Engineer Civil — Water Resources Department | Civil Engineering Diploma. |
| 130 | Sub-Engineer Civil — Public Health Engineering | Civil Engineering Diploma. |
| 131 | Sub-Engineer Electrical/Mechanical — Public Health Engineering | Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Diploma. |
Post & Category Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post Name | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mineral Surveyor | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| Surveyor | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 14 |
| Lab Technician (Electrical Engg) | 6 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 14 |
| Lab Technician (Mechanical Engg) | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 12 |
| Lab Technician (Civil Engg) | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 11 |
| Lab Technician (Computer Science & Engg) | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| Draftsman (Civil) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Lab Technician (Electronics & Telecommunication Engg) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Sub-Engineer (Civil) | 340 | 105 | 194 | 186 | 319 | 1144 |
| Sub-Engineer (Electrical) | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 9 |
| Sub-Engineer (Electrical/Electronics) | 55 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 68 |
| Technical Assistant (Computer Science & Engg) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Lab Technician (Electronics & Telecommunication) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Lab Technician (Computer Science) | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Lab Technician (Fashion Technology) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Lab Technician (Architecture & Interior Design) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Lab Technician (Modern Office Management) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Lab Technician (Electrician) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Lab Technician (HMCT) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Computer Operator (HMCT) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Technical Assistant (HMCT) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Mechanical Assistant (Sub-Engineer) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 12 |
| Lab Technician (Textile Design) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Junior Director | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Lab Technician | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 9 |
| Draftsman | 13 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 39 |
| Lab Technician (Civil) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Draftsman (Mechanical) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Lab Technician (Automobile) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Draftsman (Civil Engg) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Draftsman (Mechanical Engg) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Demonstrator (ETE) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Lab Technician (ETE) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Sub-Engineer | 31 | 7 | 12 | 10 | 20 | 80 |
| Assistant Architect Draftsman (GIS) | 12 | 3 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 38 |
| Lab Technician (Electronics & Instrumentation) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Technical Assistant (Mechanical) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Lab Technician (Mechanical) | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Campus Supervisor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Draftsman (Electrical) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Technical Assistant (Civil) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Technical Assistant (Electronics) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Technical Assistant (Computer Science) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Lab Technician (Electronics) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Lab Technician (Electrical) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Draftsman (Electrical Engg) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Technical Assistant (Mechanical Engg) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Technical Assistant (Electrical Engg) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Sub-Engineer (Civil) (PwBD) | 84 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 84 |
| Sub-Engineer (Electrical/Mechanical) | 27 | 8 | 15 | 18 | 25 | 93 |
MP Group-3 Sub-Engineer, Draftsman & Lab Technician: Salary Details
| Post Code | Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| 001 | Mineral Surveyor | ₹28,700–₹91,300 (Level 7) |
| 002 | Surveyor | ₹22,100–₹70,000 (Level 5) |
| 003, 004, 005 | Lab Technician — Electrical, Mechanical & Civil | ₹25,300–₹80,500 (Level 6) |
| 018, 020, 120, 124, 130 | Sub-Engineer Civil — IDA, PWD, RES, WRD & PHE | ₹32,800–₹1,03,600 (Level 8) |
| 021 | Sub-Engineer Electrical/Electronics — PWD | ₹32,800–₹1,03,600 (Level 8) |
| 037 | Sub-Engineer Civil — MPUDC, Contract | ₹43,000 fixed pay |
| 131 | Sub-Engineer Electrical/Mechanical — PHE | ₹32,800–₹1,03,600 (Level 8) |
Important Links
| Online Application — Form Re-open | Link Active: Today |
| Form reopen notice | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | MPESB Official Website |
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MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026: Selection Process & Exam Pattern
- Candidates take the online written exam. There is no separate interview.
- Candidates must get the minimum passing marks. Their exam scores decide their rank in the merit list.
- Shortlisted candidates must show their original documents to the department for checking.
- If 2 candidates get the same marks, the older candidate gets preference.
Exam Pattern
| Part | Subjects | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Maths, Logical Ability, General Science and Computer Knowledge | 100 |
| Part B | Technical subjects from the candidate’s branch, such as Civil, Electrical, Mechanical or Mining | 100 |
| Total | One computer-based question paper | 200 |
- Exam Duration: 3 Hours
Minimum Passing Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 100 out of 200 (50%) |
| SC / ST / OBC / PH | 80 out of 200 (40%) |
| EWS | 80 out of 200 (40%; 10% relaxation) |
MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026: FAQS
When does the MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026 form reopen?
Applications reopen on 13/10/2026 and close on 27/10/2026. The earlier application dates were 29/08/2026 to 12/09/2026. Candidates can make corrections during the reopened correction period from 13/10/2026 to 28/10/2026.
How many posts are in MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026?
There are 1700 posts for Sub-Engineer, Draftsman, Lab Technician and other equivalent jobs. The category totals are UR 628, EWS 146, SC 246, ST 254 and OBC 426. Post-wise numbers are given in the vacancy table.
Who can apply for MPESB Group-3 Sub-Engineer Recruitment 2026?
Education requirements depend on the post code. Several Civil Sub-Engineer posts require a Civil Engineering Diploma. Some posts also accept B.E./B.Tech. Electrical and Mechanical posts need the relevant qualification. Check the requirement for your selected post before applying.
What is the age limit for MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026?
Age is checked as on 01/01/2026. The minimum age is 18 years and the general maximum is 40 years. The listed reserved and other eligible groups can apply up to 45 years. Specific priority categories have a maximum limit up to 55 years under the rules.
What is the fee for MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026?
Gen / UR candidates pay ₹500 per paper. SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PH candidates with MP domicile pay ₹250 per paper. Direct backlog recruitment candidates have no application fee. Payment is made online through the application portal.
How are candidates selected for MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026?
Selection depends on written exam marks after candidates meet the minimum passing marks. There is no separate interview. Shortlisted candidates must show original documents to the department for checking. If scores are equal, the older candidate gets preference.
What is the exam pattern for MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026?
The computer-based exam has one paper of 200 marks and lasts 3 hours. General subjects have 100 marks, and branch-related technical subjects have 100 marks. UR candidates need 100 marks to pass. SC, ST, OBC, PH and EWS candidates need 80 marks.
What is the exam date for MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026?
The supplied schedule gives 07/10/2026 onwards as the exam date. This date comes before the reopened application period. A revised exam date has not been provided in the details, so candidates should check the board’s official website for the latest schedule.
