The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the MP Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026 notification, and this one doesn't need any "expected soon" disclaimers — the numbers, dates and eligibility conditions are already on the table.
- Total Vacancies: 1,040 posts across Sub Engineer, Draftsman, Laboratory Technician, Technical Assistant and other technical posts.
- Application Dates: Applications opened on 18 August 2026 and close on 1 September 2026.
- Exam Date: The tentative written exam date is 6 October 2026.
- Preparation: Candidates using EA Publications technical books and practice sets can now move from concept-building to focused revision and practice.
MP Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Conducting Body | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal |
| Recruitment | Group-03 Combined Recruitment Test 2026 |
| Posts | Sub Engineer, Draftsman, Laboratory Technician & other equivalent posts |
| Total Vacancies | 1,040 |
| Notification Date | 17 August 2026 |
| Application Window | 18 August – 1 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | 6 October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Age Limit | 18–40 years (general) |
| Qualification | Degree/Diploma/relevant technical qualification |
| Selection Process | Written exam, document verification, medical exam |
| Exam Mode | Online/CBT |
| Official Website | esb.mp.gov.in |
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Exam Date and Shift Timing of MP Sub Engineer
The exam is expected to run in two shifts, each of 180 minutes:
| Shift | Exam Timing | Reporting Time |
| First Shift | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM |
| Second Shift | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM |
Since 6 October is still marked tentative, it's worth checking the MPESB website periodically rather than treating this date as final while building a revision timetable.
Vacancy Breakup of MP Sub Engineer
Out of the 1,040 posts, the category-wise split is:
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 381 |
| EWS | 90 |
| SC | 156 |
| ST | 141 |
| OBC | 272 |
| Total | 1,040 |
Most of these openings are concentrated in a couple of places
- PWD Bhopal: 293 Sub Engineer posts
- Indore Development Authority: 44 posts
- Other openings: Jabalpur & Gwalior Development Authorities, MP Urban Development Company, Agricultural Engineering Directorate
- Other posts: Draftsman, Laboratory Technician, Technical Assistant, Junior Instructor & Surveyor
- Note: Check the post-wise notification, as every branch or qualification may not fit every post.
Eligibility Criteria of MP Sub Engineer
MPESB Educational Qualification: Relevant 3-year Diploma or higher in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or allied engineering from a recognised institution.
- Registration: Valid MP State Employment Exchange registration may be required for certain posts.
- Important: Eligibility varies by post, so check the exact discipline and qualification in the notification.
Age Limit:
| Candidate Category | Age Limit |
| General/Unreserved | 18–40 years |
| SC/ST/OBC | 18–45 years |
| Female Candidates | 18–45 years |
| State Government Employees | 18–45 years |
Age is calculated as of the cut-off date given in the official recruitment rules, not the application date.
How to Apply for MP Sub Engineer
- Visit the official MPESB website and complete profile registration/e-KYC if not already done.
- Log in and select Group-03 Combined Recruitment Test 2026.
- Fill in personal and educational details.
- Choose the eligible post and set preferences.
- Upload photograph, signatures and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download the form for your records.
Application Fee: ₹500 for UR/General candidates; ₹250 for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD candidates with MP domicile; nil for direct recruitment against backlog posts. Payment is online only.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern of MP Sub Engineer
- Selection: Written examination → Document Verification → Medical Examination
- Total Marks: 200 marks
- General Section: GK, Hindi, English, Mathematics, Reasoning, Basic Science and Computer Knowledge
- Technical Section: 100 marks, based on the candidate’s trade/discipline
- Key Point: Technical performance carries significant weight; a weak technical score can offset a strong general-section score.
Salary Structure of MP Sub Engineer
| Pay Level | Pay Scale |
| Level 6 | ₹25,300 – ₹80,500 |
| Level 5 | ₹22,100 – ₹70,000 |
The applicable level depends on the specific post and department.
Preparing for MP Sub Engineer 2026 with EA Publications
With the technical section carrying half the total marks, the discipline-specific paper is where most of the preparation time needs to go. This is where Engineers Academy's EA Publications books and study material are built to help — covering core Civil, Electrical and Mechanical subjects with concept notes, previous years' questions and practice sets aligned to how state-level engineering exams like this one are actually structured.
With roughly six weeks between the application deadline and the tentative exam date, the more useful approach is to finish the technical syllabus early and spend the closing stretch on revision, PYQ practice and mock tests, rather than trying to complete new topics right up to the exam. EA Publications material can support exactly this phase — going back over weaker chapters, drilling previous years' questions, and checking accuracy under timed conditions before the actual paper.
→ Explore MP Sub Engineer Books & Study Material at EA Publications.
FAQs
- When is the MP Sub Engineer Notification 2026 released?
The MP Sub Engineer Notification 2026 was released by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board on 17th August 2026 under Group-03 Combined Recruitment Test 2026.
- What is the number of vacancies offered in the MP Sub Engineer Vacancy 2026?
The MPESB Group-03 Combined Recruitment Test 2026 notification has been announced with a total of 1040 vacancies. These recruitment posts are Sub Engineer, Draftsman, Laboratory Technician and other equivalent posts.
- What is the MP Sub Engineer Exam Date 2026?
This is the tentative date for the MP Sub Engineer Exam Date 2026 as given in the recruitment notification, which is 6 October 2026. Candidates are advised to refer to the official website for the final exam schedule.
- What will be the age limit in MP Sub Engineer Recruitment 2026?
The general age range is 18-40 years. Relaxation is allowed for eligible categories as per the government rules/ recruitment notification.
- I'm relying on self-study — can EA Publications books actually help here?
They cover the same Civil, Electrical and Mechanical topics this paper tests, plus PYQs and practice sets. Useful for structured revision — the actual revising is still on you
