Overview
Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal has published an official recruitment notification for the position of Group-5 Staff Nurse, Paramedical & Other Posts Combined Recruitment Test 2026 for a total of 373 vacancies. The last date to submit applications is 30 March 2026. Job location: All India.
Quick Reference
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal |
| Post Name | Group-5 Staff Nurse, Paramedical & Other Posts Combined Recruitment Test 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 373 |
| Application Mode | online |
| Application Start Date | 16 March 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 30 March 2026 |
| Age Limit | General (Unreserved) | 18 - 40 years | MP domicile SC/ST/OBC/Women/Divyang/Govt. employees/Home Guard | 18 - 45 years |
| Application Fee | General/Unreserved: ₹500 per paper | SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Divyang (MP domicile): ₹250 per paper |
| Selection Process | Understanding the exam pattern helps candidates assess where they stand in the merit list. |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | https://esb.mp.gov.in/ |
| Source Name | esb.mp.gov.in |
| Freshness Reference Date | 2026-08-15 |
Vacancy Details
Unreserved (UR) | UR: 139 | EWS | EWS: 34
This recruitment drive aimed to fill 373 posts across a wide range of nursing and paramedical roles under multiple government departments in Madhya Pradesh. The vacancies were distributed across categories as follows. Category Number of Posts Unreserved (UR) 139 EWS 34 SC 39 ST 69 OBC 92 Total 373
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| SC | 39 |
| ST | 69 |
| OBC | 92 |
| EWS | 34 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Applicants should have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (10+2) with relevant subjects, along with the required degree or diploma as specified under the recruitment rules of the respective departments. Post-specific qualifications vary - for example, Staff Nurse candidates needed a 3-year General Nursing programme or GNM Diploma and registration with a recognized Nursing Council, while Pharmacist Grade-2 candidates needed a Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy with MP Pharmacy Council registration.
Candidates who appeared for this exam must have met the following eligibility requirements at the time of application.Educational Qualification: Applicants should have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (10+2) with relevant subjects, along with the required degree or diploma as specified under the recruitment rules of the respective departments. Post-specific qualifications vary - for example, Staff Nurse candidates needed a 3-year General Nursing programme or GNM Diploma and registration with a recognized Nursing Council, while Pharmacist Grade-2 candidates needed a Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy with MP Pharmacy Council registration.Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026): Category Age Limit General (Unreserved) 18 - 40 years MP domicile SC/ST/OBC/Women/Divyang/Govt. employees/Home Guard 18 - 45 years Application Fee: Category Fee General/Unreserved ₹500 per paper SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Divyang (MP domicile) ₹250 per paper MP Online Kiosk portal fee ₹60
Age Limit & Relaxations
General (Unreserved) | 18 - 40 years | MP domicile SC/ST/OBC/Women/Divyang/Govt. employees/Home Guard | 18 - 45 years
Age relaxation is provided to candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories in accordance with official government guidelines.
Application Fee
General/Unreserved: ₹500 per paper | SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Divyang (MP domicile): ₹250 per paper
Selection Process
Understanding the exam pattern helps candidates assess where they stand in the merit list.
Understanding the exam pattern helps candidates assess where they stand in the merit list. The MPESB Group 5 Combined Recruitment Test 2026 followed the structure detailed below.The exam consisted of a single objective-type question paper of 100 marks conducted online. The paper was split into two sections: General Knowledge, General Hindi, General English, General Mathematics, General Science, and General Aptitude carrying 25 marks, and Technical/Grade-based questions carrying 75 marks. A negative marking of 0.25 marks was applied for each wrong answer.The selection process follows this sequence: CBT (Computer-Based Test) - Written online examination (completed) Merit List Publication - Based on normalised percentile scores Document Verification - Conducted by the concerned department for shortlisted candidates Final Appointment - Issued by the respective department after eligibility verification During the probation period, selected candidates receive 70% of the minimum pay scale in the first year, 80% in the second year, and 90% in the third year, with full pay scale applicable after successful completion of probation.
Important Dates
Application Start Date: 16 March 2026 | Application Last Date: 30 March 2026 | Form Correction Last Date: 04 April 2026 | Admit Card Available: 10 April 2026 | Exam Start Date: 15 April 2026 | Exam End Date: 23 April 2026
Here is a consolidated timeline of all key events in the MPESB Group 5 Staff Nurse Paramedical Recruitment 2026 cycle. Event Date Application Start Date 16 March 2026 Application Last Date 30 March 2026 Form Correction Last Date 04 April 2026 Admit Card Available 10 April 2026 Exam Start Date 15 April 2026 Exam End Date 23 April 2026 Answer Key Released 24 April 2026 Result Released 09 June 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 16 March 2026
- Application Last Date: 30 March 2026
- Application Form Correction Window: 04 April 2026
How to Apply
Apply online through the official recruitment portal https://esb.mp.gov.in/
Links Supplied in the Excel Row
| Label | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Click here to download MPESB Group 5 Result 2026 | https://esb.mp.gov.in/results/RESULT_26/Group5_StaffNurse_RES26/defaul... | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Official Website | https://esb.mp.gov.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_website_link) |
| esb.mp.gov.in | http://esb.mp.gov.in/ | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| esb.mp.gov.in | https://esb.mp.gov.in/e_default.html | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
Sources and Verification
| Field | Exact Value from Excel Row |
|---|---|
| category | cutoff_marks |
| official_website_link | https://esb.mp.gov.in/ |
| freshness_reference_date | 2026-08-15 |
These values are reproduced exactly from the supplied Excel row and may require verification.
Last verified: 2026-08-15
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Group-5 Staff Nurse, Paramedical & Other Posts Combined Recruitment Test 2026?
The last date for submitting applications for Group-5 Staff Nurse, Paramedical & Other Posts Combined Recruitment Test 2026 is 30 March 2026. Candidates should submit their applications prior to the deadline to avoid technical issues.
How many vacancies are announced for Group-5 Staff Nurse, Paramedical & Other Posts Combined Recruitment Test 2026?
A total of 373 vacancies have been notified for Group-5 Staff Nurse, Paramedical & Other Posts Combined Recruitment Test 2026 by Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal. Detailed category-wise distribution is available in the official notification.
What is the educational qualification required for Group-5 Staff Nurse, Paramedical & Other Posts Combined Recruitment Test 2026?
The required educational qualification is: Applicants should have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (10+2) with relevant subjects, along with the required degree or diploma as specified under the recruitment rules of the respective departments. Post-specific qualifications vary - for example, Staff Nurse candidates needed a 3-year Gene. Candidates should verify their specific degree/diploma requirements in the official notification.
What is the age limit for Group-5 Staff Nurse, Paramedical & Other Posts Combined Recruitment Test 2026?
The age limit criteria is: General (Unreserved) | 18 - 40 years | MP domicile SC/ST/OBC/Women/Divyang/Govt. employees/Home Guard | 18 - 45 years. Age relaxations are provided for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories as per government rules.
What is the selection process for Group-5 Staff Nurse, Paramedical & Other Posts Combined Recruitment Test 2026?
The selection procedure involves: Understanding the exam pattern helps candidates assess where they stand in the merit list.. Candidates must clear all applicable evaluation rounds for appointment.
What is the application fee for Group-5 Staff Nurse, Paramedical & Other Posts Combined Recruitment Test 2026?
The application fee structure is: General/Unreserved: ₹500 per paper | SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Divyang (MP domicile): ₹250 per paper.
How can candidates apply for Group-5 Staff Nurse, Paramedical & Other Posts Combined Recruitment Test 2026?
Applications must be submitted online through the official portal (https://esb.mp.gov.in/) as specified in the recruitment instructions.