MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026 Notification Released for 1,040 Sub Engineers, Draftsman, Lab Technicians and Other Vacancies

• MPESB has announced 1,040 Group-3 vacancies for Sub Engineer, Draftsman, Laboratory Technician and equivalent posts.
• Candidates with the prescribed ITI or engineering diploma qualification can apply, with the age limit stated as 18 to 40 years.
• Online applications open on August 18 and close on September 1, 2026, while the examination is scheduled for October 6.

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), also known as MP Vyapam, has announced the Group-3 Combined Recruitment Test 2026 for 1,040 vacancies. The recruitment covers Sub Engineer, Draftsman, Laboratory Technician and other equivalent positions across various departments in Madhya Pradesh.

MPESB released the recruitment notification on August 17, 2026, and online applications will open on August 18. Candidates can submit their forms until September 1, 2026. According to the recruitment information, applicants require the prescribed ITI or engineering diploma qualification in the relevant field, depending on the position.

The MPESB Group-3 examination is scheduled for October 6, 2026. Selection will involve a 200-mark written examination followed by document verification and medical examination.

MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026 Notification

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board is conducting the recruitment through the Group-03 Combined Recruitment Test 2026. A total of 1,040 vacancies have been announced for technical positions under participating state departments.

MPESB Group-3 Vacancy 2026

The Group-3 recruitment drive has a total of 1,040 vacancies across participating departments.

The supplied recruitment information identifies Sub Engineer, Draftsman, Laboratory Technician and equivalent positions under the combined recruitment test. However, a complete post-wise and department-wise distribution of the 1,040 vacancies has not been provided in the available details.

Candidates should therefore refer to the detailed MPESB Group-3 notification for the exact vacancy distribution applicable to individual posts and departments.

Educational Qualification

Candidates are required to possess the prescribed technical qualification relevant to the post for which they are applying.

For Sub Engineer and related technical positions, the supplied recruitment information specifies an ITI or Engineering Diploma in the relevant field.

Since the Group-3 Combined Recruitment Test covers several post categories, applicants should verify the exact discipline and qualification prescribed for their chosen post before submitting the application.

Age Limit

The stated age limit for MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026 is 18 to 40 years.

The cut-off date for determining age is January 1, 2026.

Age relaxation will be applicable according to the prescribed recruitment rules for eligible categories.

Application Fee

Candidates should also check the application system for any applicable portal or processing charges before making payment.

MPESB Group-3 Selection Process 2026

Selection for the MPESB Group-3 posts will involve the following stages:

1. Written Examination – 200 Marks
2. Document Verification
3. Medical Examination

Candidates will first be required to appear for the written examination. Those progressing through the recruitment process will subsequently undergo document verification and the prescribed medical examination.

The Group-3 examination is scheduled to be held on October 6, 2026.

Important Dates

Important Links

• MPESB Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026 Download Notification PDF
• MPESB Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026 Online Form Link (From 18.08.2026)

How to Apply for MPESB Group-3 Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board portal.
2. Complete MPESB profile registration if you do not already have a registered profile.
3. Log in with the required credentials and select the Group-03 Combined Recruitment Test 2026.
4. Complete the application form with the required personal, educational and other information.
5. Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and supporting documents.
6. Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment facility.
7. Review all entered information before submitting the application.
8. Submit the form by September 1, 2026 and retain a printout or saved copy of the completed application for future reference.

Candidates should verify their post-specific educational qualification, age eligibility and other requirements in the detailed notification before completing the MPESB Group-3 online application.