MPESB Group 5 Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 291 Staff Nurse , Paramedical and Other Posts

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• Updated March 12, 2026 01:53 PM
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• Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) Group-5 Staff Nurse , Paramedical and Other Posts Notification 2026 has been released on the official website https://www.esb.mp.gov.in. A total of 291 vacancies have been announced through the MPESB Group-5 Staff Nurse, Paramedical Staff & Other Equivalent Posts Recruitment 2026 across multiple departments in Madhya Pradesh.
• Candidates between 18 and 40 years of age (up to 45 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD/Ex-Servicemen) who have passed Higher Secondary (10+2) with Biology, Chemistry, and Physics along with the required Diploma/Degree/Certificate in the relevant paramedical field and valid MP Para-Medical Council registration are eligible to apply for these Group-5 Paramedical Staff vacancies.
• The online application process for MPESB Group-5 Paramedical Recruitment 2026 has started on 13 March 2026 and will remain open until 27 March 2026. Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.

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MPESB Group-5 Paramedical Staff 2026 – Important Details

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MPESB Group-5 Paramedical 2026 Vacancy Details

• The total number of vacancies for MPESB Group-5 Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 is 291 posts across 9 departments. The department-wise and post-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary (10+2) examination with Biology, Chemistry, and Physics from a recognized board. In addition, candidates must hold a relevant Diploma/Degree/Certificate in the concerned subject from a recognized institution, along with a valid registration with the Madhya Pradesh Para-Medical Council (MP Sah-Chikitsiya Parishad). The exact minimum educational qualification varies post-wise as specified in Chapter-2 of the official notification. Some examples are as follows:
• Staff Nurse: 10+2 with Biology group + 3-year General Nursing programme OR 4-year GNM Diploma from a recognized institution + registration with a recognized Nursing Council.
• Pharmacist Grade-2: 10+2 with Biology group + Degree/Diploma in Pharmacy + registration with MP Pharmacy Council.
• Dental Technician: 10+2 with Biology, Chemistry & Physics + Diploma in relevant subject from a recognized institution + MP Para-Medical Council registration.
• Ayurvedic Compounder: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) from a recognized board + 1-year Ayurvedic Compounder training from a recognized institution + registration with MP Para-Medical Council.
• Lab Attendant / Dresser Grade-2 / Dissection Hall Attendant: 10+2 with Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
• Compounder (Aushadhi Sanyojak): 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology + Diploma in Pharmacy from an MP Govt.-recognized institution + Pharmacy Council registration + minimum 3 years of work experience as a Compounder.
• Candidates must possess the required qualification as on the date of application submission. Qualifications acquired after the closing date of the application will not be considered.

2. Age Limit

• The age limit for MPESB Group-5 Paramedical Recruitment 2026 is:
• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 40 years (General/Unreserved)
• Maximum Age: 45 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women (Reserved & Unreserved)/PwD/Government Employees/Home Guards of Madhya Pradesh
• Age Relaxation: As per MP Government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen
• Age Calculation Date: 01 January 2026
• Note: In no case shall the maximum age exceed 45 years (except for contractual employees and categories mentioned in Rule 14).

Selection Process for MPESB Group-5 Paramedical 2026

• Candidates will be selected based on the following process as specified in the official notification:
• Online Written Examination: A single objective-type question paper of 100 marks will be conducted online. The paper consists of two sections: (a) General Knowledge, General Hindi, General English, General Mathematics, General Science & General Aptitude — 25 marks; (b) Technical/Trade-based questions — 75 marks. Duration: 2 hours per shift.
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
• Normalisation: Results will be prepared using the Normalised Equi-Percentile (NEP) scaling technique in case the exam is held in multiple shifts.
• Merit List: Candidates will be shortlisted based on percentile scores obtained in the written examination.
• Document Verification: Selected candidates' documents (educational, technical, professional qualifications) will be verified by the concerned recruiting department.
• Medical Examination: Candidates must be physically and mentally fit as per the requirements of the post.
• Note: MP-ESB is responsible only for conducting the written examination and declaring its result. All subsequent appointment procedures including document verification and issuing of appointment orders will be carried out by the respective recruiting departments.

Application Fee for MPESB Group-5 Paramedical 2026

• General/Unreserved (UR) Candidates: ₹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
• Payment Mode: Online — Debit Card (Visa/Master/Maestro), Credit Card (Visa/Master), Net Banking, or via MP Online authorized Kiosk
• Note: Fee concessions are applicable only to MP domicile candidates belonging to reserved categories. Candidates from other states will be treated as unreserved/general category.

Salary/Stipend for MPESB Group-5 Paramedical 2026

• The pay scale varies post-wise as per the official notification. As per MP Government order dated 12 December 2019, during the probation period, candidates will receive a stipend — 70% of the minimum pay scale in the 1st year, 80% in the 2nd year, and 90% in the 3rd year. Full pay scale will be granted upon successful completion of the probation period. Post-wise salary details are as follows:

How to Apply for MPESB Group-5 Paramedical Recruitment 2026?

• Eligible candidates can apply online for MPESB Group-5 Paramedical 2026 by following these steps:
• 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
• Important Notes:
• Only online applications will be accepted. No offline applications will be entertained.
• Aadhaar registration is mandatory for all candidates.
• Candidates must register with the Employment Office of Madhya Pradesh (Rozgar Karyalay).
• Candidates from special Adivasi communities (Baiga, Sahariya/Sahriya, and Bhariya) must apply in hard copy directly to the concerned recruiting department — not to ESB.
• For help, contact MP Online Helpdesk: 0755-6720200 or Toll Free: 18002337899 or email: [email protected]

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Q2. How many vacancies are available under MPESB Group-5 Paramedical Recruitment 2026?

• A total of 291 vacancies have been notified under MPESB Group-5 Recruitment 2026, covering Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Lab Technician, Dental Technician, Ayurvedic/Homeopathic/Unani Compounder, and other paramedical posts across 9 departments in Madhya Pradesh.

Q3. What is the application fee for MPESB Group-5 Paramedical 2026?

• The application fee is ₹500/- per question paper for General/Unreserved candidates and ₹250/- per question paper for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD candidates who are permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh. No fee is applicable for Backlog Direct Recruitment posts. Payment can be made via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or MP Online Kiosk.

Q4. What is the age limit for MPESB Group-5 Paramedical Recruitment 2026?

• The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 40 years for General category candidates. The maximum age limit is 45 years for SC/ST/OBC, Women (reserved and unreserved), PwD, and government employees of MP. Age is calculated as on 01 January 2026.

Q5. When is the MPESB Group-5 exam date 2026?

• The MPESB Group-5 Paramedical Staff written examination is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, 15 April 2026. The exam will be conducted in two shifts — 1st Shift: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The exam will be conducted online (computer-based) at 11 designated exam cities across Madhya Pradesh.

Q6. What is the selection process for MPESB Group-5 Paramedical 2026?

• The selection process consists of an online written examination of 100 marks (objective/MCQ type) with negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer, followed by document verification and medical examination by the concerned recruiting department. Results will be prepared using Normalised Equi-Percentile (NEP) scaling if the exam is held in multiple shifts.