MP ESB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 is officially out, bringing a massive opportunity for nursing professionals across the country. The Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (ESB) is inviting online applications to fill 2317 vacancies for the posts of Nursing Officer and Sister Tutor under the Department of Public Health and Medical Education. Eligible candidates can start applying from April 6, 2026, through the official website www.esb.mp.gov.in. If you have completed your B.Sc Nursing or GNM and are looking for a secure government job, this is the perfect time to prepare. The exams will commence from May 15, 2026, so make sure to submit your application on esb.mp.gov.in well before the deadline.
MP ESB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
Criteria
Details
Organization
Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MP ESB)
Post Names
Nursing Officer & Sister Tutor
Total Vacancies
2317 Posts
Job Location
Madhya Pradesh
Official Website
www.esb.mp.gov.in
Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
March 2026
Application Start Date
06/04/2026
Last Date For Registration
20/04/2026
Form Correction Last Date
25/04/2026
Admit Card Release Date
To be notified soon
Exam Date
Starts from 15 May 2026
Application Fee
Category
Amount
General / Unreserved / Other States
Rs. 500/-
SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PWD (MP Domicile Only)
Rs. 250/-
Direct Recruitment – Backlog
No Fee
Payment Mode
Online (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking)
MP Online Portal Fee
Rs. 60/- (via Kiosk) or Rs. 20/- (Registered Citizen User)
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Age Limit
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age (Unreserved)
40 Years
Maximum Age (SC/ST/OBC/Women/Govt Employees)
45 Years
Age Calculation Date
As of 01 January 2026
Age Relaxation
Applicable as per Madhya Pradesh Govt rules
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Posts
Nursing Officer (For Females Only)
2099 Posts (Across various institutions)
Sister Tutor
218 Posts
Eligibility Details
Post Name
Qualification
Nursing Officer
12th Pass with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB) AND B.Sc Nursing (4 Years) or GNM with 2-Year Post Basic B.Sc Nursing (Min 45% marks). Valid registration with MP Nurses Registration Council is mandatory.
Sister Tutor
12th Pass with PCB AND B.Sc Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc Nursing with 1 year of experience. Valid registration with MP Nurses Registration Council is mandatory.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Category
Vacancy Allocation
Unreserved (UR)
27%
Scheduled Tribe (ST)
20%
Scheduled Caste (SC)
16%
Other Backward Classes (OBC)
27% (Subject to court ruling)
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
10%
State-Wise Vacancy Details
State
Eligibility & Rules
Madhya Pradesh (MP Domicile)
Eligible for all reservations (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), age relaxations, and the 35% horizontal reservation for women.
All Other States (All India)
Candidates from all over India can apply, but they will be considered under the Unreserved (UR) Open category only. No age relaxation or fee concession applies to them.
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Description
Identification
Aadhaar Card (Must be verified), Voter ID, PAN Card, or Passport
Photographs & Signature
Recent color passport-size photo (white background, taken within 3 months) and clear signature
Educational Certificates
10th/12th Marksheets (for Date of Birth proof), B.Sc Nursing / GNM Degree
Category/Domicile
Valid Caste Certificate, EWS Certificate, or PWD Certificate (if claiming reservation)
Handwriting Sample
A self-written declaration text scanned and uploaded with the photo and signature
Syllabus Overview
Subject
Marks Allocation
Part A: General Section
25 Marks (General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Mathematics, Science, and General Aptitude)
Part B: Technical Section
75 Marks (Subject-specific questions based on B.Sc Nursing curriculum like Anatomy, Physiology, Medical-Surgical Nursing, etc.)
Exam Pattern
Detail
Information
Total Questions & Marks
100 Questions for 100 Marks
Exam Duration
2 Hours (120 Minutes)
Question Type
Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Marking Scheme
1 Mark for every correct answer
Negative Marking
0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer
Selection Process
Stage
Description
Phase 1
Online Computer Based Test (CBT)
Phase 2
Preparation of Merit List based on percentile/normalized scores
Phase 3
Document Verification by the concerned department
Phase 4
Final Appointment / Joining
Salary Details
Post Name
Pay Scale / Salary
Nursing Officer
Rs. 28,700/- (Pay Level 7)
Sister Tutor
Rs. 36,200/- (Pay Level 9)
How to Apply
Step
Action
Step 1
Visit the official portal of MP ESB at www.esb.mp.gov.in or directly go to the MP Online portal (mponline.gov.in).
Step 2
Click on the “Citizen Services” tab and select the “Application” link for the Nursing Officer & Sister Tutor Recruitment 2026.
Step 3
Read all the instructions carefully and click on “Continue” to open the application form.
Step 4
Fill in your personal, educational, and communication details accurately.
Step 5
Upload your scanned photograph, signature, and the handwritten declaration in the prescribed format.
Step 6
Preview the application form carefully. Once verified, proceed to pay the application fee via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking.
Step 7
Download and print the final submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference.
What are the application dates for MP ESB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
Online applications open on April 6, 2026, and close on April 20, 2026. Candidates must submit their forms through the official portal at esb.mp.gov.in.
What is the eligibility criteria for the MP Nursing Officer post?
Applicants must possess a B.Sc Nursing or GNM degree and mandatory registration with the MP Nurses Registration Council. The required age is 18 to 40 years.
How many vacancies are available in this MP ESB recruitment?
There are a total of 2,317 vacancies, including 2,099 Nursing Officer posts for female candidates and 218 positions for Sister Tutors.
When is the MP ESB Nursing Officer exam scheduled?
The computer-based recruitment examination is scheduled to commence on May 15, 2026. Selection will be based on written test scores and document verification.
