Sub Engineer (Upyantri), Draftsman/Cartographer, Laboratory Technician, Technical Assistant, Surveyor, Mineral Surveyor
Who Should Apply Age: 18–45 years (General); SC/ST candidates get 5-year relaxation; OBC candidates get 3-year relaxation. Qualification: Post-specific degree or diploma required (details in official notification on esb.mp.gov.in). Nationality: Indian citizen. Domicile: Central government post; all-India applicants eligible. MPESB Group-3 positions require candidates with technical diplomas or degree qualifications depending on the specific post chosen. Sub Engineer roles typically demand a diploma in Civil or related engineering; Draftsman roles need diploma in Architecture or Civil; Laboratory Technician and Technical Assistant positions require diplomas in relevant sciences; Surveyor and Mineral Surveyor posts usually require specialised training or degree. Confirm exact qualifications for your chosen post on the official website. This recruitment is suitable for candidates aged 18–45 years with technical qualifications who are willing to work in technical and field-based roles across India. SC/ST candidates benefit from an additional 5-year relaxation, making the effective upper age limit 50 years. Use our age calculator to confirm your eligibility before applying. Salary and Career Growth Sub Engineer / Surveyor: Pay Level 5–6, basic ₹25,000–₹47,000 approximately, total in-hand ₹28,000–₹52,000 monthly after NPS (~10%). Draftsman / Technical Assistant: Pay Level 4–5, basic ₹19,500–₹35,000 approximately, total in-hand ₹22,000–₹39,000 monthly after NPS (~10%). Laboratory Technician / Mineral Surveyor: Pay Level 5–7, basic varies by role, in-hand range ₹24,000–₹58,000 depending on grade and experience. After NPS deduction (approximately 10% of basic salary) and standard income tax (minimal for Level 4–5 candidates, moderate for Level 6+), in-hand salary ranges from ₹20,000 to ₹52,000 monthly depending on post and pay level. These salaries are competitive with large private technical firms for entry-level positions, though government roles offer superior job security, pension benefits, and incremental growth. Promotion from Level 4 to Level 5 typically occurs within 4–6 years of service; Level 5 to Level 6 within another 5–7 years. Use the salary calculator to estimate your take-home pay for a specific pay level. How to Apply Visit the official website: Look for the notification titled "MPESB Group-3 Sub Engineer, Draftsman/Cartographer, Laboratory Technician and Other Equivalent Posts Combined Recruitment Examination 2026 (Second)" on the homepage. Click the "Apply Online" or "Register" link provided. Create a new account or log in if you already have one. You will need an email ID and mobile number. Fill the application form with your personal details, educational qualifications, and choose your preferred post(s) from the list. Upload your recent passport-size photograph (white background, size as specified in notification, typically 3cm × 4cm) and your signature scan using the image resizer tool to meet exact dimensions. Pay the application fee online: ₹500 for General/OBC candidates, ₹250 for SC/ST candidates. Payment gateway options will include debit card, credit card, and net banking . Submit the form. Your application will be assigned a unique application number. Download and save the acknowledgement receipt (PDF). Note your application number and keep it safe for future reference. Application submission closes at 11:59 PM on 12 September 2026. Late applications will not be accepted. Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected Photo or signature dimensions mismatch: MPESB strictly rejects photos larger than 100 KB or smaller than 50 KB, and signatures must be in JPG/PNG format within the specified size. Use the image resizer tool to ensure compliance before uploading. Incomplete qualification details: Failing to upload degree/diploma certificates or marksheets leads to rejection at the document verification stage. Ensure all certificates are scanned and attached in the form itself if required. Multiple applications for the same post: The system may flag duplicate registrations. Apply only once per post; multiple applications invite automatic disqualification. Wrong caste certificate format: SC/ST certificates must be in the prescribed government format and issued within the last 5 years. Non-compliant or expired certificates result in rejection. Fee payment failure not re-attempted: If your first payment attempt fails, immediately try again. The system closes application for unpaid forms 24 hours before the deadline. Wrong post selection at exam time: You select your posts during application; changing posts after submission is not possible. Verify your choices carefully before paying the fee. Selection Process Stage 1: Written Examination , objective-type questions in English and Hindi, testing technical knowledge, reasoning, and general awareness relevant to the chosen post. Duration: 2–3 hours. Total marks and question count vary by post (details in official notificati
