Introduction
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal, has released a massive recruitment notification for the year 2026, inviting online applications for 2,317 vacancies. This recruitment drive specifically targets Nursing Officers and Sister Tutors to strengthen the healthcare infrastructure across various government medical colleges and hospitals in Madhya Pradesh.
Note: According to the latest official guidelines, these specific nursing positions are primarily reserved for Female candidates who are permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh.
📅 Important Dates
Stay ahead of the competition by marking these crucial dates on your calendar. The application window is relatively short.
| Event | Date |
| Official Notification Released | April 02, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | April 06, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | April 20, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | April 20, 2026 |
| Correction Window Last Date | April 25, 2026 |
| Online Examination (CBT) Date | Starts from May 15, 2026 |
📊 Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
A total of 2,317 posts have been sanctioned under this Group-5 combined recruitment test.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
| Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse) | 2,099 | Level-7 (₹28,700 – ₹91,300) |
| Sister Tutor | 218 | Level-9 (₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800) |
| Grand Total | 2,317 |
💰 Application Fees
The fee must be paid through the MP Online Kiosk or via the integrated online payment gateway.
- General / Other State (Open): ₹500/-
- SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PH (MP Domicile): ₹250/-
- Backlog Posts: No Fee
- Portal Charges: ₹60/- (for Kiosk) or ₹20/- (for Registered Citizen User).
🎓 Eligibility & Age Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Nursing Officer: * Must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB).
- B.Sc Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc Nursing with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC).
- Mandatory valid registration with the Madhya Pradesh Nursing Registration Council.
- Sister Tutor:
- 10+2 with PCB subjects.
- B.Sc Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc Nursing.
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of clinical/teaching experience after completion of the degree.
2. Age Limit (As on January 01, 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age (UR/EWS): 40 Years
- Maximum Age (SC/ST/OBC/Female/PH): 45 Years (5 years relaxation)
📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection is based on a single-stage competitive Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Total Marks: 100
- Total Questions: 100 (MCQs)
- Duration: 120 Minutes
- Subjects: * General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Maths, Science, Reasoning (25 Marks)
- Technical/Nursing Subjects (75 Marks)
💻 How to Fill MP Nursing Officer Online Form 2026
- Profile Registration: If you haven’t registered before, create a Candidate Profile on the MPESB Official Portal.
- Update Profile: Ensure your e-KYC (Aadhaar) is linked and your photo/signature are uploaded as per the required MPESB template (name and date on the photo).
- Select Recruitment: Login and click on “Group-5 Staff Nurse & Paramedical Combined Recruitment Test – 2026.”
- Fill Application: Enter your Profile ID and Date of Birth to auto-fill your details. Select your post preference (Nursing Officer or Sister Tutor).
- Upload & Review: Upload additional certificates if requested and review your summary.
- Payment: Pay the application fee and portal charges.
- Print: Download the “Paid” receipt for future reference and for downloading the admit card.
🔗 Important Links Box
| Description | Link |
| Apply Online (MP Online Portal) | 📝 Click Here to Apply |
| Official Notification Rulebook (PDF) | 📥 Download Notification |
| Official MPESB Website | 🌐 esb.mp.gov.in |
Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. Information is summarized based on the official Rulebook released by MPESB. Candidates are strictly advised to read the official notification carefully on the MPESB portal to verify post codes and department-specific preferences before applying.