Overview
The MPESB has announced 291 Group‑5 staff nurse, paramedical and other posts across nine departments in Madhya Pradesh. Candidates aged 18‑40 (45 for reserved categories) with higher secondary and relevant diploma/degree and valid MP Para‑Medical Council registration can apply online from 13 to 27 March 2026. The selection involves an online written exam, merit list, document verification and medical test. The pay scale ranges from ₹15,500 to ₹91,300 per month, with a stipend during probation.
Key Details
- Organization
- Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB)
- Qualification
- Higher Secondary (10+2) with Biology, Chemistry & Physics + relevant Diploma/Degree/Certificate from a recognized institution + valid MP Para-Medical Council Registration (qualification varies by post)
- Vacancies
- 291
- Posted
- 13/03/2026
- Last date to apply
- 27/03/2026
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 13/03/2026 |
| Online Application End Date | 27/03/2026 |
| Application Modification Start Date | 13/03/2026 |
| Application Modification End Date | 01/04/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27/03/2026 |
| Exam Date | 15/04/2026 onwards (1st Shift: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM; 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
| Candidate Reporting Time (1st Shift) | 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM |
| Candidate Reporting Time (2nd Shift) | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be announced on www.esb.mp.gov.in |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Govt. Medical College, Vidisha: 291; Chindwara Institute of Medical Sciences, Chindwara: 291; Directorate of Skill Development, MP, Jabalpur: 291; Directorate of ESIC Services, Indore: 291; Gwalior Mental Health Institute, Gwalior: 291; Dr. Laxminarayan Pandey Govt. Medical College, Ratlam: 291; Shyam Shah Medical College, Rewa & Super Speciality Block: 291; MP State Mining Corporation Ltd., Bhopal: 291; Directorate of AYUSH, MP, Bhopal: 291
Selection Process
Online Written Examination (single objective-type paper of 100 marks, 2 hours, negative marking 0.25 per wrong answer, normalisation using NEP), Merit List based on percentile, Document Verification, Medical Examination.
How to Apply
Visit the official MP Online website (www.mponline.gov.in) or the ESB website (www.esb.mp.gov.in)., Go to "Citizen Services" → "Application" → "ESB" link on the MP Online portal., Read the official notification and examination rules carefully before proceeding., Click on "Apply Online" and fill in the application form with correct and complete details., Upload required documents — colour photograph (white background, taken within 3 months), signature, and self‑written declaration in own handwriting., Enter Aadhaar Card number / Aadhaar VID (mandatory)., Select post preferences and priority order for all eligible posts., Upload educational qualification mark sheets and other required certificates., Pay the application fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or via an authorized MP Online Kiosk (Portal charge ₹60/- via kiosk, ₹20/- via self‑login)., Submit the application form and note down / save the Application Form Number for future reference (Admit Card will be issued using this number)., Application corrections/modifications can be made from 13/03/2026 to 01/04/2026 by paying the prescribed modification fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for MPESB Group 5 Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 291 Staff Nurse , Paramedical and Other Posts?
Online Application Start Date: 13/03/2026; Online Application End Date: 27/03/2026; Application Modification Start Date: 13/03/2026; Application Modification End Date: 01/04/2026; Last Date for Fee Payment: 27/03/2026; Exam Date: 15/04/2026 onwards (1st Shift: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM; 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM); Candidate Reporting Time (1st Shift): 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM; Candidate Reporting Time (2nd Shift): 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM; Admit Card Release Date: To be announced on www.esb.mp.gov.in
What is the application fee?
General/Unreserved: ₹500/- per question paper; SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD (MP Domicile only): ₹250/- per question paper; Direct Recruitment – Backlog Posts: No fee; MP Online Portal Charge (via Kiosk): ₹60/-; MP Online Portal Charge (via Registered Citizen User/Self): ₹20/-; Modification Fee: ₹20/- per modification + ₹40/- portal charge
What is the age limit?
18 to 40 years (General); 18 to 45 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD/Ex-Servicemen (Age relaxation as per rules)
What is the selection process?
Online Written Examination (single objective-type paper of 100 marks, 2 hours, negative marking 0.25 per wrong answer, normalisation using NEP), Merit List based on percentile, Document Verification, Medical Examination.