The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has released the official notification for the recruitment of ITI Training Officers (प्रशिक्षण अधिकारी) for the year 2026. This is a crucial opportunity for candidates aiming for a technical teaching position in the Skill Development Department.

This comprehensive guide provides a detailed breakdown of the MPESB ITI Training Officer 2026 exam pattern, subject-wise syllabus for all 28 trades/post codes, and key preparation insights. Understanding the structure and content is the first step towards effective preparation for this state-level examination.

Understanding the Two-Part Examination

The written test for MPESB ITI Training Officer is divided into two distinct parts:

1. Part A (Trade-Specific - 75 Marks): This section contains 75 objective questions directly from the syllabus of the applied trade (e.g., Electrician, Fitter, Welder, COPA, etc.). The depth of questions corresponds to the National Occupational Standards (NOS) codes mentioned against each topic.
2. Part B (General Subjects - 25 Marks): This section tests the candidate's foundational knowledge with 25 questions from four general subjects: Science & Mathematics, General Knowledge, Historical Knowledge, and Basic Computer Knowledge, all at the Class 10th level.

Success requires mastery of the specific trade syllabus alongside a strong command of basic general subjects.

The MPESB has defined detailed syllabi for 28 different trades (Paper Codes 01 to 28). Candidates must refer to the syllabus corresponding to their applied post code. Below is a list of all trades along with their paper and post codes for reference.

Paper Code	Trade Name	Post Code(s)
Paper 02	Electrician	03, 04
Paper 03	Refrigeration & AC Mechanic	05, 06
Paper 04	Draughtsman Civil	07, 08
Paper 05	Wireman	09, 10
Paper 06	Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA)	11, 12
Paper 07	Fitter	13, 14
Paper 08	Engineering Drawing / Maths	15, 16
Paper 09	Welder	17
Paper 10	Mechanic Motor Vehicle	18
Paper 11	Solar Technician	19
Paper 12	Turner	20, 21
Paper 13	Dress Making	--
Paper 14	Machinist Composite	22
Paper 15	Carpenter	23
Paper 16	Tractor Mechanic	24
Paper 17	Fashion Design & Technology	25
Paper 18	Surveyor	26
Paper 19	Plumber	27
Paper 20	Basic Cosmetology	28
Paper 21	Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance	29
Paper 22	Office Assistant Cum Computer Operator	30
Paper 23	Foundry Man	31
Paper 24	Floriculture & Landscaping	32
Paper 25	Mechanic Computer Hardware	33
Paper 26	Stenographer Secretarial Assistant (English)	34
Paper 27	Social Study / Employability Skills	35
Paper 28	Draughtsman Mechanical	36, 37

While the complete syllabus is extensive, here are the core areas covered in some of the prominent trades:

1. Electrician (Paper 02)

• Workshop safety, fitting, drilling.
• Electrical measurements, battery testing.
• Soldering, PCB assembly, circuit testing (analog/digital).
• Power electronics, optoelectronics, digital circuit troubleshooting.
• Motor control circuits, SMPS/UPS repair, IoT basics, solar panel installation.

2. COPA (Paper 06)

• OS installation, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Database management with MySQL.
• Networking setup, troubleshooting, and security.
• Web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Cyber security, cloud concepts, programming (Python/Java).

3. Fitter (Paper 07)

• Basic fitting operations (marking, sawing, filing, drilling).
• Sheet metal work, welding (arc, gas).
• Lathe operations (turning, threading, taper turning).
• Precision fitting, pipe joints, jigs & fixtures.
• Maintenance of drill machines, power saws, lathes.

4. Mechanic Motor Vehicle (Paper 10)

• Measuring tools, vehicle specification (VIN).
• Engine overhauling (dismantling, assembly, testing).
• Servicing of cooling, lubrication, fuel, intake/exhaust systems.
• Emission control, alternator/starter overhaul.
• Transmission, steering, brake systems, ECU servicing, vehicle AC, electric vehicle basics.

5. Welder (Paper 09)

• Gas welding (OAW) in various positions.
• Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) on plates & pipes.
• Gas cutting, plasma arc cutting.
• GMAW (MIG) and GTAW (TIG) welding.
• Welding of different metals (MS, SS, Aluminium, CI), weld testing methods.

Note: The level of questions in this section will be of Class 10th standard. Consistent revision of basic concepts is key to securing good marks in this part.

• Focus on Trade Syllabus: Dedicate 70-80% of your preparation time to mastering your specific trade syllabus. Understand the practical applications behind each NOS topic.
• Study NCERT Books (Class 10th): For the General Subjects section, thoroughly study NCERT books of Science, Mathematics, Social Science, and a basic computer book for Class 10.
• Practice MCQs: Solve previous years' question papers and practice MCQs specifically for your trade and general subjects to improve speed and accuracy.
• Refer to ITI Curriculum: Use the official NCVT/SCVT curriculum books and practical manuals for your trade as primary study material.
• Time Management: During the exam, allocate time wisely. Aim to solve the trade-specific section first, as it carries more weightage, then attempt the general section.
• Revision is Key: Regularly revise formulas, definitions, tools, equipment names, and standard procedures mentioned in the syllabus.