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Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board will reopen the online application form for MPESB Sub Engineer recruitment 2026. Applicants can apply online for the recruitment from 13th October to 27th October from the official website. Applicants who have filled the application form previously are not required to fill the application form again. The exam authority has also postponed the MP Sub Engineer 2026 exam. Previously, the exam was scheduled to be conducted on 7th October. However, as per the revised schedule the exam will be conducted in December 2026/January 2027. The exam authority has has released the MPESB Sub Engineer notification 2026 on 27th August on its official website. A total of 1700 vacancies have been announced for the post of Sub-Engineer and other posts. Applicants are advised to go through the eligibility criteria carefully before filling the form. The age limit and educational qualification for all the posts vary. The selection of candidates for MP ESB Sub Engineer will be done based on the performance in online computer-based test. Candidates are advised to go through the MP Sub Engineer syllabus and exam pattern for their exam preparations. Check the exam pattern, syllabus, exam date and other details here.
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Latest Update on MP ESB Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026
- MPESB has released 1700 vacancies for Sub Engineer and other posts under the Group-03 Combined Recruitment Examination 2026. Earlier 1040 vacancies were announced.
- Online applications will be reopen from 13th October to 27th October.
- The MP ESB Sub Engineer exam will be held in December 2026/January 2027.
MPESB Sub Engineer Notification 2026
The MP ESB Sub Engineer Notification 2026 has been released for recruitment under the Group-3 Joint Recruitment Exam 2026 (II). A total of 1,700 vacancies are available for Sub Engineers, Draftsmen, Lab Technicians and other posts. Candidates should check the official notification given below for post-wise eligibility, age limit, vacancies, exam pattern and application details.
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MP ESB Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
MPESB has opened Group 3 recruitment for 1,700 technical posts, including Sub Engineers, Draftsmen and Lab Technicians. Candidates can check the recruitment overview information from the table provided below.
| Particular | Details |
| Exam Name | MPESB Group-03 Combined Recruitment Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB/MPESB) |
| Posts | Sub Engineer, Draftsman, Laboratory Technician and others |
| Total Vacancies | 1,700 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date (Reopen) | 13th October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Reopen) | 27th October 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction | 28th October 2026 |
| MPESB Sub Engineer Exam Date 2026 | December 2026/January 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (Online) |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
| Total Marks | 200 |
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MP ESB Sub Engineer 2026 Exam Postponed
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board has postponed the MP ESB Sub Engineer exam 2026. As per the revised notice, the exam is scheduled to be conducted in December 2026/January 2027. Earlier, the exam was scheduled to be conducted on 7th October. Applicants will be issued the admit card a few days before the commencement of the exam. The exam will be conducted in online computer based mode across various exam centres.
MP ESB Sub Engineer Appy Online Reopened
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board is going to reopen the online application form for all the posts. Applicants can apply for the recruitment in reopened phase from 13th October to 17th October. Applicants who have already submitted the application form are not required to fill the form again. Candidates are advised to keep all the documents and details ready before filling the online application form for MP ESB Sub Engineer recruitment. The last date to make corrections in the form is 28th October 2026.
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MP ESB Sub Engineer Vacancy 2026
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board has released a total of 1700 vacancies for various posts. The vacancies are announced for the post of sub-engineer, Draftsman, laboratory technician, and others. Applicants are advised to go through the vacancy details before filling the online application form. Check complete vacancy breakout and other information from the table provided below.
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
| Unreserved (UR) | 628 |
| EWS | 146 |
| SC | 246 |
| ST | 254 |
| OBC | 426 |
| Total | 1,700 |
Post Wise Vacancy Breakdown
The MP ESB Group 3 recruitment includes vacancies for Sub Engineers, Draftsmen, Lab Technicians and other posts across different departments. The post-wise vacancy details are given below.
| Post Code | Department / Office Name | Post Name | Total | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC | Type |
| 020 | Engineer-in-Chief, PWD, Bhopal | Sub Engineer (Civil) | 225 | 106 | 12 | 46 | 5 | 56 | Executive |
| 021 | Engineer-in-Chief, PWD, Bhopal | Sub Engineer (Electrical/Electronics) | 68 | 55 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 6 | Executive |
| 037 | MP Urban Development Co. Ltd., Bhopal | Sub Engineer (Civil) – Contract | 49 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 10 | 21 | Executive |
| 045 | Directorate of Agricultural Eng., Bhopal | Mechanical Assistant (Sub Engineer) | 12 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 1 | Executive |
| 088 | Directorate of Town & Country Planning, Bhopal | Asst. Architect Draftsman (GIS) | 38 | 12 | 3 | 6 | 8 | 9 | Non-Exec. |
| 089 | Directorate of Town & Country Planning, Bhopal | Sub Engineer | 24 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | Non-Exec. |
| 091 | MP State Agricultural Marketing Board, Bhopal | Sub Engineer (Civil) | 48 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 15 | 15 | Executive |
| 120 | Engineer-in-Chief, Rural Engineering Service, MP | Sub Engineer (Civil) | 290 | 74 | 27 | 44 | 62 | 83 | Executive |
| 123 | Tribal Affairs Department, MP | Sub Engineer (Civil) | 27 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 7 | Executive |
| 124 | Water Resources Department, MP | Sub Engineer (Civil) | 379 | 103 | 38 | 60 | 76 | 102 | Executive |
| 128 | Water Resources Department, MP | Sub Engineer (Electrical/Mechanical) | 23 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 6 | Executive |
| 130 | Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) | Sub Engineer (Civil) | 24 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 | Executive |
| 131 | Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) | Sub Engineer (Electrical/Mechanical) | 70 | 20 | 6 | 11 | 14 | 19 | Executive |
| 132 | Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, MP | Draftsman | 35 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 11 | Executive |
| Other | Various Polytechnic Colleges & local authorities | Lab Technicians, Draftsmen, etc. | 337 | 118 | 36 | 39 | 49 | 95 | – |
| Total | 1700 | 628 | 146 | 246 | 254 | 426 | – | ||
MP Sub Engineer Apply Online 2026
MP Sub Engineer Apply Online 2026 will be reopened from 13th October to 27th October 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their application form online through the MPESB portal for Sub Engineer post. The recruitment for MP ESB Sub Engineer includes 1,700 vacancies and candidates must complete the application form by filling all mandatory educational details, upload the required documents, pay the application fee, and submit the form before the last date.
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MP ESB Sub Engineer Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates applying for the recruitment are advised to check the eligibility criteria before filling the online application form. The eligibility conditions comprise age limit and educational qualifications. Applicants need to fulfil al the eligibility conditions to be eligible for the MP ESB Sub recruitment.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification varies as per the post. Candidates can check the complete educational qualifications for MPESB Sub Engineer recruitment.
| Post/Category | Educational Qualification |
| Sub Engineer – Civil | 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised institute/university, or the higher qualification prescribed for the concerned post. For some posts, additional GIS qualification is required. |
| Sub Engineer – Electrical | 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognised institute. |
| Electrical Engineering Technical Posts | Qualification in Electrical Engineering/Electrical & Electronics Engineering, as prescribed for the particular post. |
| Sub Engineer – Electrical/Electronics & Electrical | 3-year Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics & Electrical Engineering from a recognised institution. |
| Sub Engineer – Mechanical | 3-year Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised institute/university. |
| Mechanical Laboratory Technician/Technical Posts | Qualification in Mechanical Engineering/related mechanical discipline as prescribed for the individual post. One post, for example, requires a first-class diploma in Mechanical Engineering plus 5 years’ experience as a Workshop Instructor. |
| Civil Laboratory Technician/Draftsman | Qualification in Civil Engineering/Civil Draftsmanship, depending on the post. |
| Surveyor | Qualification in the relevant Surveyor/Surveying discipline as prescribed by the department. |
| Mining Servant | Relevant Mining/technical qualification prescribed for the Mining Servant post. |
| Computer Science & Engineering | Qualification in Computer Science/Computer Science & Engineering as prescribed for the individual post. For example, Post Code 017 requires a first-class diploma in Computer Science & Engineering from a recognised university/board. |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | Qualification in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering/Electronics-related discipline as prescribed for the post. |
| Fashion Technology | Qualification in Fashion Technology or the relevant prescribed technical qualification. |
| Architecture & Interior Designing | Qualification in Architecture/Interior Designing as prescribed for the concerned post. |
| Assistant Architectural Draftsman (GIS) | 3-year Diploma/Degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering, or 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, plus a minimum 8-week certificate course in GIS Application & Remote Sensing or Geoinformatics/Geomatics from a Government of India/State Government recognised institute. |
| Modern Office Management | Qualification in Modern Office Management/related discipline as prescribed for the post. |
| Hotel Management | Qualification in Hotel Management. For Post Code 041, the rulebook specifically requires a Hotel Management qualification plus 3 years’ experience in Front Office/Food Production/Food & Beverage Service/Accommodation Operations in a minimum 3-star hotel property. |
| Agricultural Engineering | Qualification in Agricultural Engineering as prescribed for the concerned post. |
| Textile Design | Qualification in Textile Design as prescribed for the post. |
| Automobile Engineering | Qualification in Automobile Engineering as prescribed for the concerned post. |
MP ESB Sub Engineer Age Limit
The age limit to apply for various posts is provided below.
| Category | Age Limit |
| General | 18 to 40 years |
| SC/ST/OBC candidates | Up to 45 years |
| Women candidates | Up to 45 years |
| Certain government/department/corporation/board employees | Up to 45 years, subject to rules |
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Steps to Apply For MP ESB Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026
Candidates can refer to the steps provided below to fill the online application form.
- Visit the MP Employees Selection Board official website at esb.mp.gov.in.
- From the homepage, click on the online application link.
- Complete the registration process with personal details like name, date of birth, gender and others.
- Login to fill the online application form.
- Fill educational qualifications, communication address, exam centre preference, and others.
- Upload the required documents as per the specifications.
- Preview all the details and pay the application fee to submit form.
MP ESB Sub Engineer Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Examination Fee |
| Unreserved candidates | INR 500 per question paper |
| MP domicile SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD candidates | INR 250 per question paper |
MP ESB Sub Engineer Exam Timings 2026
The exam will be conducted in two shifts across various exam centres. Applicants can check the exam timings for the recruitment from the table provided below.
| Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Time | Duration | Marks |
| Shift 1 | 7:00 AM–8:00 AM | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | 3 Hours | 200 |
| Shift 2 | 12:30 PM–1:30 PM | 2:30 PM–5:30 PM | 3 Hours | 200 |
MP ESB Sub Engineer Exam Pattern
Candidates appearing in the exam can refer to the exam pattern for their exam preparations. There will be a total of 200 multiple-choice questions in the exam from technical and non-technical subjects. Candidates should thoroughly check exam pattern of MP ESB Sub Engineer recruitment to understand the scheme of the exam.
| Section | Subjects | Marks |
| Part A | General Knowledge | 100 |
| General Hindi | ||
| General English | ||
| General Mathematics | ||
| General Reasoning Ability | ||
| General Science | ||
| General Computer Knowledge | ||
| Part B | Technical/Trade-based Questions | 100 |
| Total | Part A + Part B | 200 |
MP ESB Sub Engineer Selection Process 2026
Candidates will be selected based on the performance in the online computer-based test. Applicants shortlisted based on the performance in the exam will be called for document verification.
MP ESB Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Question: How many vacancies are released for MP ESB recruitment 2026?
Answer: A total of 1700 posts are announced for the recruitment of Sub Engineer and other posts.
Question: What are the online application dates for MPESB Sub Engineer recruitment?
Answer: The online application form will be reopened from 13th October to 27th October.
Question: What is MP ESB Sub Engineer exam date 2026?
Answer: The exam will be conducted tentatively in December 2026/January 2027 across various exam centres.
Question: What is the duration of MPESB Sub Engineer exam?
Answer: The exam will be conducted for a duration of 3 hours in online computer based mode.