Last Updated: 19 October 2026 | Source: Official website of Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB)
Short Information: The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has reopened the Group-3 Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026 cycle. This is NOT the old concluded Group-5 cycle. Applications have reopened for a revised total of 1,715 posts. An official corrigendum has been reported for this reopened cycle — please confirm the updated details on esb.mp.gov.in before applying.
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) – Group-3 Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026
Important Dates and Application Fee
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Reopened application: 13 Oct 2026 to 27 Oct 2026 | Rs 560 for Unreserved (Rs 500 + Rs 60 portal fee); Rs 310 for MP SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwBD (Rs 250 + Rs 60 portal fee) |
| Original application period: 29 August to 12 September 2026 | – |
| Correction window (reopened cycle): 28 Oct 2026 | – |
| Exam date: 20 January 2027 as per the latest notice – confirm on esb.mp.gov.in | – |
Age Limit as on 1 January 2026: 18-40 years, up to 45 years for reserved categories as per rules.
Vacancy Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Post | Group-3 Sub Engineer |
| Total posts (revised) | 1,715 (originally 1,040, then 1,700, now 1,715) |
| Note | The figure of 1,170 posts is WRONG; do not use it. Post total across sources conflicts (1,040 / 1,700 / 1,715) — the published total here is left unchanged at 1,715; confirm on esb.mp.gov.in. |
| Eligibility | Engineering diploma / degree in the relevant branch (post-wise); branch-wise detail: check official notification |
| Notification number | check official notification |
How to Apply
- Visit the official MPESB website esb.mp.gov.in.
- Read the official notification and the reported official corrigendum for Group-3 Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026 carefully.
- Check eligibility and branch-wise details.
- Complete the online application before 27 Oct 2026.
- Use the correction window on 28 Oct 2026 if you need to fix permitted details.
Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | esb.mp.gov.in |
| Official Notification | check official notification |
Disclaimer: GramSuvidha is a private information portal (not a government website). Please verify the official notification and corrigendum on esb.mp.gov.in before taking any decision.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many posts are there in MPESB Group-3 Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026?
Revised total is 1,715 posts (originally 1,040, then 1,700, now 1,715). The total is left unchanged here because sources conflict — confirm on esb.mp.gov.in.
Is this the old Group-5 cycle?
No. This is the reopened Group-3 cycle, not the old concluded Group-5 cycle.
What is the last date to apply in the reopened window?
The reopened window runs from 13 Oct 2026 to 27 Oct 2026, with correction on 28 Oct 2026.
When will the exam be held?
Exam date is 20 January 2027 as per the latest notice – confirm on esb.mp.gov.in.
What are the application fee and age limit?
Fee: Rs 560 for Unreserved (Rs 500 + Rs 60 portal fee); Rs 310 for MP SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwBD (Rs 250 + Rs 60 portal fee). Age Limit as on 1 January 2026: 18-40 years, up to 45 years for reserved categories as per rules.
