Recruitment for 1,700 Group-3 Posts in Madhya Pradesh; Applications Open

Recruitment for a total of 1,700 posts has been announced under the MPESB Group-3 recruitment drive. The vacancies include 628 posts for the General category, 146 for EWS, 426 for OBC, 246 for SC, and 254 for ST. The application process for this recruitment began on August 29, 2026.

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has initiated the application process for Group-3 posts, including Sub-Engineer, Assistant Draftsman, Technician, and others. A total of 1,700 posts will be filled through this recruitment drive. Eligible candidates can now apply by visiting the official website at esb.mp.gov.in. The deadline to apply for these posts is September 12, 2026.

How many posts are there per category?

Appointments will be made for a total of 1,700 posts under the MPESB Group-3 recruitment. This includes 628 posts for the General category, 146 for EWS, 426 for OBC, 246 for SC, and 254 for ST. These posts are located across various government departments and institutions in Madhya Pradesh.

Who is eligible for this recruitment process?

The age limit for this recruitment process is set at a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 40 years. Age will be calculated as of January 1, 2026. Age relaxation will be granted in accordance with the rules to eligible candidates from Madhya Pradesh belonging to SC, ST, and OBC categories, as well as to government employees, Home Guards, persons with disabilities (PwD), and female candidates. Educational qualifications vary depending on the specific post; candidates must possess an ITI certificate, diploma, or degree relevant to the post they are applying for.

Opportunity to fill out the form until September 12

The online application process for MPESB Group-3 recruitment began on August 29. Candidates can apply until September 12, 2026; the application fee can also be paid on this day. A facility for making corrections to the application is also available. The application fee is ₹560 for General category candidates and those from other states, while it is set at ₹310 for candidates belonging to OBC, SC, and ST categories.

Exam to begin in October

The MPESB Group-3 recruitment exam is scheduled to commence on October 7, 2026. It will be conducted as a computer-based test. The exam will be held in Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Khandwa, Neemuch, Ratlam, Rewa, Sagar, Satna, Sidhi, and Ujjain. It will be conducted in two shifts: the first shift from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and the second shift from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Candidates must reach the exam center according to the reporting time specified on their admit card.

How ​​to apply?

To apply, candidates must first visit the official MPESB website at @esb.mp.gov.in.
Next, click on the recruitment notification link.
Fill in the required details and upload the necessary documents.
Then, pay the application fee and submit the form.
Finally, download and save the confirmation page.