MPESB Group-5 Recruitment 2026; Staff Nurse, Paramedical Staff & Other Posts – Apply Online
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal has released the official rulebook for Group-5 Recruitment Exam 2026 for Staff Nurse, Paramedical Staff and equivalent posts. Candidates with 12th pass + relevant diploma/qualification can apply online through the MPESB website.
This recruitment will be conducted through a computer-based test (CBT) starting 15 April 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 13 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 March 2026 |
| Application Correction Start | 13 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction | 01 April 2026 |
| Exam Start Date | 15 April 2026 |
The exam will be conducted in two shifts daily:
| Shift | Reporting Time | Instructions Time | Exam Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shift-1 | 08:00 AM – 09:00 AM | 09:50 AM – 10:00 AM | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Shift-2 | 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM | 02:50 PM – 03:00 PM | 03:00 PM – 05:00 PM |
Exam Name
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Posts | Multiple (Department-wise vacancies): 291 |
| Post Name | Staff Nurse, Paramedical Staff & Other Equivalent Posts |
| Vacancy Details | Available in the official notification tables |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD (MP Residents) | ₹250 |
| Backlog Direct Recruitment | No Fee |
Additional charges:
- MP Online Portal Fee: ₹60
- Registered Citizen User Portal Fee: ₹20
Discipline & Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the following qualifications:
- 10+2 (Higher Secondary) pass
- Relevant diploma / technical qualification related to the post
- Additional qualification requirements may vary by department and post.
Candidates must hold the required qualification on the date of application submission.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Relaxation:
- SC / ST / OBC / Government Employees / Women / PwD: Up to 45 years
Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
Candidates must obtain minimum marks to be considered qualified:
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 50% |
| SC / ST / OBC / PwD | 40% |
EWS candidates also receive 10% relaxation in qualifying marks.
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Computer Based Written Examination
- Merit List Preparation
- Document Verification by Department
- Final Appointment
Important points:
- The board only conducts the exam and prepares the merit list.
- Final document verification and appointment are done by the respective department
Exam Pattern
The online exam will consist of 100 questions.
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Maths, Science, General Aptitude | 25 |
| Technical Subject (Post Based) | 75 |
| Total | 100 |
Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
Number of Vacancies & Reservation
The exact vacancy details and reservation category-wise distribution will be provided department-wise in the recruitment rulebook tables.
Reservation will follow Madhya Pradesh Government reservation rules for:
- SC
- ST
- OBC
- EWS
- Women
- PwD
- Ex-Servicemen
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the MPESB portal.
Steps:
- Visit the official MPESB website.
- Register with Aadhaar authentication.
- Fill the online application form.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download the application form.
Offline applications will not be accepted.
General Conditions
- Aadhaar registration is mandatory.
- Candidates must bring original photo ID proof to the exam centre.
- Acceptable ID proofs include:
- Aadhaar Card
- Voter ID
- PAN Card
- Driving License
- Passport
- Biometric verification will be conducted at the exam centre.
- Electronic devices such as mobile phones, calculators, smart watches etc. are strictly prohibited.
- Candidates must have active registration in the MP Employment Office
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