MPESB Hospital Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1200 Posts

Quick Highlights

• Organization: Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal
• Department: Directorate of Public Health and Medical Education, Madhya Pradesh
• Notice No: Letter No. 2/Adv./Cell-2(Recruitment)/2026/356-H dated 06/03/2026 and 2/Adv./Cell-2(Recruitment)/2026/542-I dated 16/04/2026
• Post Name: Hospital Assistant (Fourth Class / Chaturth Shreni)
• Post Code: 01
• Total Vacancies: 1200
• Pay Scale: Rs. 15,500 – 49,000 (Level 1)
• Application Mode: Online Only
• Official Website: esb.mp.gov.in

Important Dates

Application Fee

Fee can be paid via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or through any authorised MP Online Kiosk. Fee once paid will not be refunded.

Vacancy Details

Category-wise Vacancy Breakup (as per 27% OBC Reservation)

Note: 72 posts are reserved for Divyangjan (PwD) across four categories: VH (18), EH (18), LD (18), and MD (18). These posts are included within the Open category vacancies of each reservation group.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed at least Class 10th (High School / Matriculation) or equivalent examination from a recognised board.
• The minimum educational qualification must be completed on or before the last date of submitting the online application form.

Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age (General / UR): 40 years
• Maximum Age (MP Domicile SC / ST / OBC / EWS / Female / Govt Employees / Ex-Servicemen / PwD): 45 years (5-year relaxation)
• Age relaxation is applicable as per MP Government General Administration Department rules.
• Under no circumstances shall the maximum age exceed 45 years for any category (except contractual employees and certain specified categories).
• Age is calculated as on 01 January 2026.

Nationality and Domicile

• Candidates must be Indian citizens.
• Candidates who are not permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh can apply only against unreserved (Open) vacancies.
• Reservations and age relaxations are applicable only to MP domicile candidates.

Other Conditions

• Live registration at the Employment Office of Madhya Pradesh is mandatory for all candidates.
• Candidates must not have more than two living children born on or after 26 January 2001.
• Candidates must be physically and mentally fit. A medical examination will be conducted for shortlisted candidates.
• Aadhaar registration is mandatory. Multi-level biometric verification will be conducted at the exam centre.

Reservation Details

• Scheduled Tribe (ST): 20%
• Scheduled Caste (SC): 16%
• Other Backward Class (OBC): 27% (subject to High Court order)
• Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 10%
• Women (Horizontal): 35% of all posts (except Forest Department)
• Ex-Servicemen (Horizontal / Fourth Class): 20%
• Divyangjan (PwD – Horizontal): 1.5% in each of 4 disability categories

Selection Process

• Selection will be done through an Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) only.
• There is no interview or physical test for this recruitment.
• The merit list will be prepared based on Normalised Equi-Percentile (NEP) scaling, since the exam is conducted in multiple shifts.
• Minimum qualifying marks: 50% for Unreserved candidates; 40% for SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD candidates (10% relaxation).
• In case of equal percentile scores, preference will be given to the candidate with higher raw proportionate marks, followed by the older candidate (by date of birth).
• Document verification and appointment order will be issued by the concerned department (Directorate of Public Health and Medical Education), not by MPESB.

Examination Structure

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer. No marks will be deducted for unattempted questions.

Syllabus for Hospital Assistant Exam 2026

The exam will cover questions from Class 10th level in the following subjects:

Hindi

• Poetry section: Surdas, Tulsidas (Ram-Lakshman-Parshuram Samvad), Dev, Jaishankar Prasad, Nirala, Nagarjun
• Prose section: Swayam Prakash, Ramvriksh Benipuri, Yashpal, Mannu Bhandari
• Grammar: Ras, Alankar, Sandhi, Samas, Proverbs, Muhavare, Chhand (Doha/Chaupai), Author introductions
• Creative writing: Letter writing, essay writing, unseen passages
• Kritika Part 2: Mata Ka Aanchal, George Pancham Ki Naak, Sana-Sana Haath Jodi

Mathematics

• Real numbers, polynomials, linear equations in two variables, quadratic equations, arithmetic progressions
• Triangles, coordinate geometry, trigonometry, circles
• Surface areas and volumes, statistics, probability

Science

• Chemical reactions, acids and bases, metals and non-metals, carbon compounds
• Life processes, control and coordination, reproduction, heredity
• Light (reflection and refraction), human eye, electricity, magnetic effects, our environment

Social Science

• History: Nationalism in Europe, Nationalism in India
• Geography: Resources, forests and wildlife, water resources, agriculture, minerals, manufacturing industries
• Political Science: Power sharing, federalism, caste and religion, democracy
• Economics: Development, Indian economy, money and credit, globalisation

English

• First Flight (Prose and Poetry), Footprints Without Feet
• Grammar: Tenses, modals, determiners
• Writing: Letters, essays

Exam Cities

The online examination will be conducted at the following cities in Madhya Pradesh: Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Khandwa, Neemuch, Ratlam, Rewa, Sagar, Satna, Sidhi, and Ujjain. Candidates must select four exam city preferences while filling the application form.

How to Apply for MPESB Hospital Assistant Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official website of MP Online at mponline.gov.in or MPESB website at esb.mp.gov.in.
2. Click on "Citizen Services" and navigate to the ESB section to find the Hospital Assistant Recruitment 2026 application link.
3. Read all the instructions, eligibility criteria, and exam rules carefully before proceeding.
4. Click on "Continue" and fill in the online application form with all required details including personal information, educational qualification, category, and Aadhaar number.
5. Upload a recent colour passport-size photograph (white background), signature, and two lines of handwriting in the prescribed format. Both ears must be clearly visible in the photo.
6. Upload supporting documents including mark sheet for date of birth proof, caste/category certificate (if applicable), and PwD certificate (if applicable).
7. Select up to four exam city preferences in order of priority.
8. Pay the application fee online via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or through an authorised MP Online Kiosk.
9. After successful fee payment, submit the application form and save a copy of the computerised receipt with your application number for future reference.
10. Download and print the admit card from the official website using your application number and password before the exam date.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Only online applications will be accepted. Offline applications will not be considered.
• Aadhaar card number or Aadhaar VID is mandatory while filling the application.
• Multi-level biometric verification (Aadhaar-enabled) will be done at the exam centre before the exam.
• Candidates must carry the downloaded admit card and one original photo identity proof (Voter ID, PAN card, Aadhaar card, Driving Licence, or Passport) to the exam hall.
• Electronic devices such as mobile phones, calculators, digital watches, Bluetooth devices, and smartwatches are strictly prohibited in the exam hall.
• Candidates will not be allowed to enter the exam centre after the reporting time.
• Candidates cannot leave the exam hall after the exam begins until it is over.
• Corrections in the application form can be made from 07 May 2026 to 26 May 2026 by paying a correction fee of Rs. 20/- plus portal charges.
• For any issues, contact MP Online Helpdesk at 0755-6720200 or email the board at complaint.esb@mp.gov.in or call Toll-Free: 18002337899.

Result and Merit List

After the exam, MPESB will publish the answer key on its website. Candidates can submit objections online within three days of answer key publication at Rs. 150/- per question. The final result and merit list will be prepared using the Normalised Equi-Percentile (NEP) method and uploaded on the official MPESB website at esb.mp.gov.in. A waiting list of 15% of total posts will also be prepared. The merit list remains valid for one year from the date of result declaration or until a new result is declared, whichever comes first.

Official Source

Candidates can check the official notification and apply on the official MPESB website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the total number of vacancies in MPESB Hospital Assistant Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1200 posts of Hospital Assistant (Fourth Class / Non-Executive) have been advertised under the Directorate of Public Health and Medical Education, Madhya Pradesh through MPESB Bhopal.

Q2: What is the educational qualification required for the Hospital Assistant post?
Candidates must have passed at least Class 10th (High School / Matriculation) or an equivalent examination from a recognised board. The qualification must be complete on or before the last date of online application.

Q3: What is the last date to apply online for MPESB Hospital Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form is 21 May 2026. Application corrections can be made till 26 May 2026. Candidates are advised to apply well before the last date to avoid technical issues.

Q4: What is the application fee for MPESB Hospital Assistant 2026?
The application fee is Rs. 500/- for unreserved (General) candidates and Rs. 250/- for MP domicile SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and Divyangjan candidates. Backlog post applicants are not required to pay any fee. Portal charges are additional (Rs. 60/- via Kiosk or Rs. 20/- via Registered Citizen login).

Q5: What subjects are included in the MPESB Hospital Assistant Exam 2026 syllabus?
The exam covers five subjects at Class 10th level: Hindi, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and English. The paper consists of 100 objective-type MCQ questions carrying 100 marks, with 0.25 negative marking for each wrong answer.