MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026 Reopen – Apply Online for 1,700 Posts, Last Date 27 Oct

MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026 Reopen has been announced by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), commonly known as MP Vyapam, giving candidates another chance to apply for the Group-3 Sub Engineer, Draftsman/Cartographer, Laboratory Technician and other equivalent posts Combined Recruitment Examination 2026. The re-opened online application window runs from 13 October to 27 October 2026, according to the published information.

A total of 1,700 vacancies are notified across 131 post codes in various Madhya Pradesh government departments. Candidates who missed the original application window (29 August to 12 September 2026) can now apply online before the revised last date. This reopen applies to the same examination covered in the original MPESB Group 3 Sub Engineer recruitment notification; MPESB aspirants may also track the MPESB Subedar and ASI recruitment and the MP Police Constable syllabus.

MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026 Reopen – Overview

MPESB Group 3 Reopen 2026 – Important Dates

MPESB Group 3 Vacancy 2026 – Category-wise Details

A total of 1,700 vacancies are notified across 131 post codes. The vacancy count is provisional and subject to revision by the concerned departments, according to the published information.

MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility depends on the specific post code and technical branch applied for. As a general pattern, most posts require a diploma (typically three years) or degree in the relevant engineering or technical branch from a recognised university, board or institution, according to the published information.

• Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering
• Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
• Architecture and Interior Design, Automobile Engineering, Agriculture Engineering
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Textile Design, Fashion Technology
• Modern Office Management, Hotel Management and ITI Craftsman (Civil) trade-based posts

Candidates must verify the qualification for their specific post code in the notification before applying. Candidates must also hold a live registration with a Madhya Pradesh Employment Office (Rojgar Karyalaya) to be eligible. Candidates must be citizens of India; Nepalese citizens may also apply subject to the eligibility certificate required under the applicable rules.

MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

Age is calculated as on 1 January 2026 for Madhya Pradesh domiciled candidates. Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates are not eligible for age relaxation, according to the published information. In no case does the maximum age limit exceed 45 years after including all applicable relaxations, except for categories mentioned in Rule 14 of the notification.

MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

In addition to the examination fee, candidates applying through an MP Online kiosk pay a portal fee of Rs 60, while candidates applying by logging in as a registered citizen user pay a portal fee of Rs 20. The fee can be paid through online modes or cash at e-Challan, as applicable on the application portal.

MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process and Exam Pattern

Selection is through a single online Computer-Based Test (CBT) carrying 200 marks. Each correct answer carries 1 mark, and 0.25 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer, according to the published information.

Since the examination is conducted across multiple shifts and days, MPESB prepares results using the Normalised Equi-Percentile (NEP) scaling method to ensure comparability of scores across shifts.

MPESB Group 3 Salary 2026

Pay scale varies by post, ranging from Level 4 to Level 8 of the Madhya Pradesh Pay Matrix. Representative pay levels notified include Level 8 (Rs 32,800 to Rs 1,03,600) for Sub Engineer posts, Level 7 for select technical posts and Level 6 for Draftsman, Laboratory Technician and Surveyor posts, according to the published information. The exact pay level for each post code is specified individually in the notification.

How to Apply for the MPESB Group 3 Re-opened Application Window

1. Visit the official MPESB website, esb.mp.gov.in, or apply through an MP Online kiosk.
2. Register as a new candidate or log in with your existing credentials.
3. Ensure a live registration with a Madhya Pradesh Employment Office (Rojgar Karyalaya) before applying.
4. Select the relevant post code(s) and the technical branch applicable to your qualification.
5. Fill in the application form carefully and upload the required documents.
6. Pay the applicable application fee plus the MP Online portal charge online before 27 October 2026.
7. Submit the form and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Documents to Keep Ready

• Class 10th and diploma / degree certificates and marksheets.
• Caste certificate for reserved category candidates, issued by the competent authority.
• Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh, where applicable.
• Live Madhya Pradesh Employment Office registration proof.
• Recent passport-size photograph and signature in the specified format.
• Aadhaar card and a valid original photo identity proof for exam-day verification.

MPESB Group 3 Reopen 2026 – Important Links

• Official Website: esb.mp.gov.in
• Apply Online: mponline.gov.in (MP Online – official application portal)
• Reopen Notification: esb.mp.gov.in – check the notification section for the reopen notice

FAQs – MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026 Reopen

Has the MPESB Group 3 application window reopened for 2026?

Yes. MPESB has reopened the online application window for the Group-3 Sub Engineer and other posts Combined Recruitment Examination 2026 from 13 October to 27 October 2026.

What is the last date to apply for the MPESB Group 3 reopened form 2026?

The last date to apply online and pay the fee in the reopened window is 27 October 2026. The correction window remains open until 28 October 2026.

How many vacancies are there in MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026?

A total of 1,700 provisional vacancies are notified across 131 post codes, including Sub Engineer, Draftsman/Cartographer, Laboratory Technician, Technical Assistant and Surveyor posts.

What is the application fee for MPESB Group 3 2026?

The fee is Rs 500 for Unreserved and Other State candidates and Rs 250 for MP domiciled SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwBD candidates, plus MP Online portal charges.

What is the MPESB Group 3 2026 selection process?

Selection is through a single online Computer-Based Test of 200 marks – 100 marks of general subjects and 100 marks of a technical trade-based paper – with one-fourth negative marking.

What is the age limit for MPESB Group 3 Recruitment 2026?

The age limit is 18 to 40 years as on 1 January 2026, extending up to 45 years for eligible reserved and relaxation categories domiciled in Madhya Pradesh.

Disclaimer: This article is based on the currently published information about the MPESB Group-3 Combined Recruitment Examination 2026. Dates, vacancies, fees and eligibility are subject to official updates by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board. Candidates should verify everything on esb.mp.gov.in before acting on this information.