MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026: 1040 Technical Posts, Apply Online

MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board has announced the Group 3 Combined Recruitment Test 2026 for candidates seeking technical government jobs in Madhya Pradesh. A total of 1,040 vacancies are available across posts such as Sub Engineer, Surveyor, Mineral Surveyor, Cartographer, Laboratory Technician, Technical Assistant, Mechanical Assistant, Junior Instructor and other equivalent technical positions. The online application process began on 18 August 2026 and eligible candidates can submit their applications up to 1 September 2026.

MPESB Group 3 Vacancy 2026

The recruitment covers several departments and government institutions across Madhya Pradesh. Important positions include Sub Engineer vacancies in development authorities, the Public Works Department, rural engineering services and other departments. Other technical positions include laboratory-related posts, cartography and surveying roles, technical assistant positions and mechanical assistant posts. The total number of advertised vacancies is 1,040.

Important Dates

The recruitment notification was released on 17 August 2026. Online applications started on 18 August 2026, while the last date for submitting the application form is 1 September 2026. The written examination is scheduled for 6 October 2026 as mentioned in the recruitment information. Candidates should regularly check the official examination portal for any subsequent changes, admit card information or detailed examination scheduling.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational requirements vary according to the post. For Sub Engineer and relevant technical positions, candidates generally need a three-year diploma or a higher technical qualification such as B.E. or B.Tech in the relevant discipline. Depending on the advertised position, the required discipline may include Civil, Electrical, Mechanical or another specified technical field. Candidates should verify the post-specific qualification before applying because different Group 3 positions can have different eligibility requirements.

Valid registration with the Madhya Pradesh State Employment Exchange is required where prescribed by the recruitment rules. The stated general age range is 18 to 40 years, with applicable relaxation for eligible categories and candidates under the rules. The supplied recruitment information states an upper age of 45 years for eligible reserved categories, female candidates and certain government employees.

Application Fee

The stated application fee is Rs. 500 for General or Unreserved candidates and Rs. 250 for eligible SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwBD candidates who meet the applicable Madhya Pradesh domicile conditions. Backlog posts specified for direct recruitment have no application fee. Payment is made through the prescribed online application process.

Selection Process

Selection is based primarily on the written examination followed by document verification and the applicable medical examination. Candidates must qualify at the required stages and provide valid educational, identity, category and other documents when requested. Final appointment depends on the applicable recruitment rules, merit and verification requirements.

Exam Pattern

The written test is described as an online computer-based examination carrying 200 marks. The paper contains 100 marks of non-technical questions and 100 marks of technical, trade-specific questions. The non-technical portion covers areas such as General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Mathematics, Logical Ability, General Science and Computer Knowledge. The technical section is based on the relevant trade or discipline associated with the applied post. The reported examination duration is 180 minutes.

Salary and Pay Scale

The recruitment information mentions Pay Level 6 with a pay range of Rs. 25,300 to Rs. 80,500 for Sub Engineer and certain degree-level technical posts. Some diploma or ITI-specific positions are associated with Pay Level 5 and a pay range of Rs. 22,100 to Rs. 70,000. The exact level depends on the particular post and department.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official MPESB examination portal.
2. Complete or update the required candidate profile registration.
3. Select the Group 3 Combined Recruitment Test 2026 examination.
4. Enter personal, educational and other required information carefully.
5. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
6. Pay the applicable examination fee through the available online payment method.
7. Submit the application and save or print the completed form for future reference.

Important Advice for Applicants

Applicants should read the post-specific eligibility requirements carefully before submitting the form. A technical qualification that is suitable for one post may not automatically satisfy the requirements of another post. Candidates should also ensure that their employment registration and personal details are valid where required. Keep the application number, payment details and submitted application safely for later use.

The examination date currently mentioned for the recruitment is 6 October 2026. Candidates should not rely only on third-party information for later stages such as admit card release, examination centre details, correction windows or final schedules. Any official update issued by the examination authority should be checked before taking action.