MPESB PNST 2026 Notification Out: Application Dates, Eligibility, Exam Pattern

Age Details

Minimum age is 17 years as of 31 December 2026. The maximum age limit is governed by Indian Nursing Council (INC) norms.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have cleared Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects, along with English. Minimum marks:

• General and EWS: 45% aggregate in Class 12
• SC/ST/OBC: 40% aggregate (5% relaxation applies)

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 17 years as of 31 December 2026
• Maximum Age: As per Indian Nursing Council (INC) norms

Other Conditions

• The applicant must be a citizen of India.
• The candidate must be medically fit to undertake the nursing program.

Important Dates

• Online Application Opens: 9 June 2026
• Online Application Closes: 23 June 2026
• Form Correction Start: 9 June 2026
• Form Correction End: 28 June 2026
• Exam Date: 10 July 2026 onwards

Application Fees

• General / Unreserved: ₹400
• SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD (MP Domicile Only): ₹200
• MP Online Kiosk Portal Charges: ₹60
• Registered Citizen User Portal Charges: ₹20
• Form Correction Fee: ₹40 (portal) + ₹20 (server)

How to Apply for MPESB PNST 2026

1. Go to the official MP Online portal: https://www.mponline.gov.in or https://www.esb.mponline.gov.in
2. Click the PNST 2026 application link and select New Registration
3. Enter required personal details and verify via OTP
4. Fill in academic and other required information
5. Upload documents (in JPG format): recent colour photo, scanned signature, handwriting sample
6. Submit and complete fee payment online or at an authorised MP Online Kiosk
7. Note your Application Form Number for admit card download
8. Save a printout of payment receipt and submitted application for future reference

Documents Required for PNST 2026

• Class 10 marksheet
• Class 12 marksheet
• MP domicile certificate
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• EWS certificate (if applicable)
• Disability certificate for PwD (if applicable)
• Five-year service experience certificate (Asha workers/regular ANM/LHV, if applicable)

Selection Process and Counselling

• Stage 1: Online examination and merit list preparation based on percentile scores
• Stage 2: Counselling by MP Nurses Registration Council with seat allotment and document verification
• Regular department staff (ANM/health employees) may be required to sign a bond of ₹5 lakh for 5 years of service post-course

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is MPESB PNST 2026? An entrance exam for admission to the 4-year B.Sc. Nursing program in MP.
• When is the notification released? 9 June 2026.
• What are the application dates? 9 June 2026 to 23 June 2026; form correction up to 28 June 2026.
• When is the PNST 2026 exam? 10 July 2026 (online).