MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026: 1,700 Sub Engineer and Other Posts

Updated: 12 October 2026. The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has announced a reopening of the online application window for the Group-3 Sub Engineer and Other Post Combined Recruitment Test 2026. The application window is scheduled to reopen on 13 October 2026, with the revised last date reported as 27 October 2026. Recruitment coverage lists approximately 1,700 vacancies across Sub Engineer, Draftsman and other notified technical posts. Applicants must use the official rulebook and post-code table to confirm the exact vacancy and qualification for their chosen post.

Recruitment overview

What posts are covered?

This combined examination covers technical and related vacancies across departments. Sub Engineer and Draftsman roles may be linked to different engineering disciplines and department-specific post codes. The total reported vacancy count should not be treated as the number available for every qualification or discipline. Use the current rulebook’s post-code, department, category and qualification tables to identify posts for which you are actually eligible.

Educational qualification

Recruitment summaries identify engineering degrees and diplomas among the accepted qualifications for different posts. The required qualification can vary by post code and branch—for example, civil, electrical, mechanical or another technical discipline. Some posts may require a specific diploma or degree, registration, experience or additional conditions. Do not assume that every diploma or B.E./B.Tech degree qualifies for every post in the combined examination.

Check the qualification table against your exact certificate title, discipline and awarding institution. Where the notification requires a particular branch, a related but different branch may not be accepted. Candidates claiming equivalency should have official documentary evidence and follow the rulebook’s instructions.

Age limit and reservation

The age range, cut-off date, relaxations and reservation conditions depend on the applicable recruitment rules and post category. Verify the details in the revised rulebook, especially if you are applying under a reserved category or claiming age relaxation. Use the official notice rather than age limits copied from previous Group-3 examinations.

Selection process and examination date

Selection is conducted through the Group-3 Combined Recruitment Test and any further steps prescribed for the relevant post. MPESB’s dashboard currently indicates that the exam is expected in December 2026 or January 2027, following the revised application schedule. Treat this as a provisional schedule until the board issues a definitive exam notice. The official rulebook controls the syllabus, exam format, marks, negative marking (if any), qualifying criteria and document-verification process.

How to apply during the reopened window

1. Open the MPESB official website and locate the Group-3 Sub Engineer and Other Post Combined Recruitment Test 2026 update.
2. Read the latest rulebook and the “Form Reopen and Exam Date Postponed” notice before proceeding.
3. Confirm whether you need to submit a new form, complete an incomplete application or use the reopening/correction facility described by MPESB.
4. Review the post-code list and select only posts whose discipline, qualification and other conditions you satisfy.
5. Enter personal details and educational information exactly as shown on your certificates.
6. Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
7. Pay the applicable fee or follow the official payment instructions, then verify the transaction status.
8. Submit within the reopened period and save the final form and acknowledgement.
9. Check MPESB updates regularly for revised exam dates, admit cards and further notices.

Documents checklist

• Engineering diploma or degree certificate and marksheets for the selected post.
• Class 10 certificate and date-of-birth proof.
• Photo identity document and recent photograph.
• Category/domicile/age-relaxation certificates, if applicable.
• Experience or registration certificates if required for the specific post.
• Application form and payment receipt.

Important dates

Important caution for applicants

Because the application schedule has changed, older articles and saved application pages may display the original closing date. The newest MPESB notice and rulebook should be treated as the source of truth. Do not assume the application is open before 13 October, and do not wait until the final day to discover a missing certificate or payment problem. If you already applied earlier, read the reopening notice to understand whether any action is required from existing applicants.

Official links

• MPESB official homepage and latest updates
• MPESB student dashboard
• MPESB/MPOnline examination application portal

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Frequently asked questions

How many vacancies are reported?

Recruitment summaries report approximately 1,700 posts. The exact post-wise distribution must be checked in the official rulebook.

When does the application reopen?

13 October 2026, according to the MPESB update.

What is the revised last date?

27 October 2026 is reported in current recruitment summaries; verify the latest MPESB portal notice before applying.

When is the examination?

The board’s dashboard currently indicates December 2026 / January 2027, subject to further official updates.