MPESB Group-3 Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026 (1700 Posts)

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the rulebook for the Group-3 Combined Recruitment Exam 2026, covering Sub Engineer, Draftsman, Laboratory Technician, Surveyor and other equivalent posts. The recruitment spans 132 post codes across 48 recruiting departments and colleges, with a total of 1,700 vacancies. Candidates with a relevant ITI, Diploma or Degree qualification (specific to each post code) may apply. The exam fee is ₹500 for unreserved candidates and ₹250 for MP-domicile SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD candidates, plus a ₹60 portal charge. Selection is through a single Computer Based Test of 200 marks covering general knowledge, reasoning, and subject-specific questions. Pay scales range from Level 5 to Level 7 depending on the post, making this a solid technical government career option for engineering and technical diploma holders in Madhya Pradesh.

• Apply early — don't wait for the last date to avoid website rush and technical issues.
• Keep documents ready — photograph, signature and educational certificates, before starting the application.
• Fill your name, date of birth, and parents' names exactly as on your Matriculation certificate — mistakes can get your candidature cancelled.
• Review every detail carefully before final submission — changes are usually not allowed afterward.
• Take a printout of the submitted application for your records and document verification.

1. Single Computer Based Test (CBT), 200 marks — 100 marks General Knowledge/Hindi/English/Mathematics/Reasoning/Science/Computer plus 100 marks subject-specific questions.

• Read the official notification carefully and check post-wise eligibility, experience and documents.
• Prepare required documents — photograph, signature, identity proof and educational certificates.
• Complete the online application and upload documents as per specifications.
• Pay the applicable fee, if any.
• Submit and save a copy of the final application.