- Recruitment for Group-3 posts including Assistant, Helper, Laboratory Technician, and other equivalent roles in Madhya Pradesh government departments.
- Posts are classified under Group-3, Category C, and fall under the Third Pay Scale.
- Selected candidates will be posted across various government departments in Madhya Pradesh.
- The recruitment is conducted through a combined examination process for multiple posts.
MPE
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🎓 10th Pass (Matric)
🎓 12th Pass (Intermediate)
🎓 ITI
🎓 Diploma
🎓 Graduate
🎓 Equivalent Qualification
Group-3 Assistant, Helper, Laboratory Technician & Other Posts Recruitment 2026
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB)
Total Vacancies
1,000
Job Location
Madhya Pradesh (posting across various government departments)
Apply Start
29 Aug 2026
Apply Deadline
12 Sep 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) (MPESB) |
| Job Category | State PSC |
| Eligibility Qualification | 10th Pass (Matric) (10th-pass), 12th Pass (Intermediate) (12th-pass), ITI (iti), Diploma (diploma), Graduate (graduate), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1,000 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹19,500 - ₹62,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | 18 to 40 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | - General/OBC candidates: Rs. 500/- - SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD candidates: Rs. 250/- - No application fee for Backlog vacancies. - Online portal fee: Rs. 60/- for candidates using MP Online portal; Rs. 20/- for candidates using UIDAI-verified Aadhaar. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must be Indian citizens and residents of Madhya Pradesh.
- Minimum educational qualification varies by post: typically 10th pass or equivalent for most posts, with specific posts requiring 12th pass, ITI, Diploma, or Graduate qualifications.
- Age limit: 18 to 40 years for general category candidates as of January 1, 2026.
- Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women/Ex-servicemen candidates (maximum age limit capped at 45 years).
- Candidates must be registered in the Madhya Pradesh Employment Exchange.
- For reserved category posts (SC/ST/OBC), candidates must belong to Madhya Pradesh and provide valid caste certificates.
- For Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates, income certificate must be issued by competent authority in Madhya Pradesh.
- Minimum educational qualification varies by post: typically 10th pass or equivalent for most posts, with specific posts requiring 12th pass, ITI, Diploma, or Graduate qualifications.
- Age limit: 18 to 40 years for general category candidates as of January 1, 2026.
- Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women/Ex-servicemen candidates (maximum age limit capped at 45 years).
- Candidates must be registered in the Madhya Pradesh Employment Exchange.
- For reserved category posts (SC/ST/OBC), candidates must belong to Madhya Pradesh and provide valid caste certificates.
- For Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates, income certificate must be issued by competent authority in Madhya Pradesh.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection is based on a combined written examination conducted by MPESB.
- The examination consists of two papers: Paper-I (General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Mathematics, Science, and Computer Knowledge) and Paper-II (Subject-specific questions related to the post).
- Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks: 40% for general category and 30% for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD).
- Final selection is based on merit in the written examination.
- Selected candidates will be recommended to respective departments for appointment.
- The examination consists of two papers: Paper-I (General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Mathematics, Science, and Computer Knowledge) and Paper-II (Subject-specific questions related to the post).
- Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks: 40% for general category and 30% for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD).
- Final selection is based on merit in the written examination.
- Selected candidates will be recommended to respective departments for appointment.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General
OBC
SC
ST
EWS
PwD
OBC
SC
ST
EWS
PwD
📂 Required Documents
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Passport, or Driving License).
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates) issued by competent authority in Madhya Pradesh.
- Income certificate for EWS candidates issued by competent authority in Madhya Pradesh.
- Disability certificate (if applicable) issued by competent medical authority.
- Ex-servicemen certificate (if applicable) issued by competent authority.
- Madhya Pradesh domicile certificate (for reserved category candidates).
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
- Experience certificate (if required for the post).
- Passport-sized photographs.
- Online application form printout.
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates) issued by competent authority in Madhya Pradesh.
- Income certificate for EWS candidates issued by competent authority in Madhya Pradesh.
- Disability certificate (if applicable) issued by competent medical authority.
- Ex-servicemen certificate (if applicable) issued by competent authority.
- Madhya Pradesh domicile certificate (for reserved category candidates).
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
- Experience certificate (if required for the post).
- Passport-sized photographs.
- Online application form printout.
💳 Application Fee Details
- General/OBC candidates: Rs. 500/-
- SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD candidates: Rs. 250/-
- No application fee for Backlog vacancies.
- Online portal fee: Rs. 60/- for candidates using MP Online portal; Rs. 20/- for candidates using UIDAI-verified Aadhaar.
- SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD candidates: Rs. 250/-
- No application fee for Backlog vacancies.
- Online portal fee: Rs. 60/- for candidates using MP Online portal; Rs. 20/- for candidates using UIDAI-verified Aadhaar.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the MPESB Group-3 recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is September 12, 2026. No applications will be accepted after this date.
Q.
What is the application fee for General category candidates in this recruitment?
General and OBC category candidates are required to pay Rs. 500/- as the application fee. SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD candidates pay Rs. 250/-.
Q.
What is the age limit for candidates applying for Group-3 posts in MPESB?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 40 years as of January 1, 2026. Age relaxation of 5 years is provided for SC/ST/OBC/Women/Ex-servicemen candidates (maximum age capped at 45 years).
Q.
What are the examination timings for the MPESB Group-3 recruitment 2026?
The examination will be held in two shifts: First shift from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM and second shift from 02:30 PM to 05:30 PM on October 7, 2026.
Q.
What documents are required to be carried on the examination day?
Candidates must carry a valid photo ID proof, online application form printout, black ballpoint pen, and any other documents specified in the admit card.