The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has announced the Hospital Assistant Recruitment 2026 for a total of 1200 posts across the state. Candidates with a minimum qualification of High School / Class 10th Pass and aged between 18‑40 years can apply online from 07‑05‑2026 to 23‑05‑2026.
| Detail |
Info |
| Post Name |
Hospital Assistant / Aspatal Sahayak (Non‑Executive, Fourth Grade) |
| Department |
Directorate of Public Health and Medical Education, Govt. of Madhya Pradesh, Bhopal |
| Total Vacancies |
1200 (including 72 PwD posts) |
| Pay Scale |
Rs. 15,500‑49,000 (Level 1) |
| Application Mode |
Online only (via MP Online Portal) |
| Selection Mode |
Online Written Examination – Objective MCQ, 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours |
| Age Limit |
18‑40 years (as on 01‑01‑2026); relaxation up to 45 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women/Govt Employees/PwD |
| Last Date of Application |
23‑05‑2026 (midnight) |
| Official Website |
https://www.esb.mp.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
- Board Name: Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB / MPPEB), Bhopal
- Post Code: 01
- Service: Madhya Pradesh Public Health and Medical Education Department Third Grade Service (Non‑Clerical) Recruitment Rules, dated 18 July 2024 & Amendment dated 15 January 2026
- Probation Period: As per Govt. of MP rules (70 % pay in 1st year, 80 % in 2nd year, 90 % in 3rd year)
Vacancy Details
| Category |
Total Posts |
| Unreserved (UR) |
324 |
| EWS |
120 |
| SC |
192 |
| ST |
240 |
| OBC |
324 |
| Total |
1200 |
PwD Horizontal Reservation (72 Posts)
| Sl. No. |
Sub‑Category of PwD Post |
No. of Posts |
| 1 |
VH (Visually Handicapped / Blindness and Low Vision) |
18 |
| 2 |
EH (Deaf and Hard of Hearing) |
18 |
| 3 |
LD (Locomotor Disability) |
18 |
| 4 |
MD (Multiple Disabilities) |
18 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Minimum: High School / Class 10th Pass (mandatory).
- Mandatory live registration at the Employment Office (Rojgar Karyalay) of Madhya Pradesh State.
- Desirable: Knowledge of Hindi and prior hospital/ward experience (especially for Sanvida employees).
Age Limit
| Category |
Age Limit |
| General (UR) |
18 to 40 years (as on 01‑01‑2026) |
| SC / ST / OBC / Women (UR & Reserved) / Govt. Employees / PwD |
18 to 45 years (5 years relaxation) |
| EWS |
No age relaxation |
| Ex‑Servicemen |
Actual age minus total service period; resultant age must not exceed upper limit by more than 3 years |
| Retrenched Govt. Employees |
Age minus temporary service period (max 7 years); resultant age must not exceed upper limit by more than 3 years |
| Priority Category (Rule 13) Candidates |
Maximum age limit of 55 years |
| Sanvida (Contract) Employees |
Age relaxation equal to period served on equivalent Sanvida post; maximum age not to exceed 55 years |
Pay Scale & Salary
The selected candidates will be placed on the pay scale of Rs. 15,500 – 49,000 (Level 1) as per the Madhya Pradesh Public Health and Medical Education Department rules.
Application Fee
| Category |
Examination Fee |
MP Online Portal Charge |
| Unreserved (UR) Candidates |
Rs. 500/‑ |
Rs. 60/‑ (via Kiosk) / Rs. 20/‑ (self‑login) |
| MP Domicile SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD Candidates |
Rs. 250/‑ |
Rs. 60/‑ (via Kiosk) / Rs. 20/‑ (self‑login) |
| Direct Recruitment Backlog Posts |
NIL (No Fee) |
– |
| Application Amendment/Correction (per amendment) |
Rs. 20/‑ |
Rs. 40/‑ (portal charge per amendment) |
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Opening of Online Application Portal |
07‑05‑2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission (Extended) |
21‑05‑2026 – 23‑05‑2026 (by 12:00 midnight) |
| Opening Date for Application Correction/Amendment |
07‑05‑2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction/Amendment |
26‑05‑2026 |
| Probable Examination Date |
24‑06‑2026 (Wednesday) onwards |
| Age Calculated As On |
01‑01‑2026 |
Selection Process
- Online Written Examination (Objective MCQ, 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours).
- Document Verification / Personal Interview (as per Board’s further notification).
- Final merit list and posting.
How to Apply
- Visit the MP Online Portal and create a new user ID.
- Log in using the newly created credentials.
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and employment details accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of the following documents (as per specifications):
- Photograph (recent passport size)
- Signature
- Class 10th Mark Sheet / Certificate
- Proof of live registration at the Employment Office (Rojgar Karyalay)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Pay the applicable examination fee through the portal (credit/debit card, net banking, or authorized kiosk).
- Review the entered information, submit the application, and take a printout of the acknowledgment slip.
- If any correction is required, use the “Application Correction/Amendment” facility before 26‑05‑2026 (additional fee applicable).
Important Links
FAQ’s
- What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Candidates must have passed High School / Class 10th.
- What is the age limit for general category candidates?
Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years as on 01‑01‑2026. No relaxation for EWS.
- How many vacancies are there for PwD candidates?
There are 72 horizontal PwD posts (18 each for VH, EH, LD, MD).
- Is there any fee exemption?
No fee is required for Direct Recruitment Backlog vacancy posts.
- Where can I download the application form?
The online application form is available on the MP Online Portal.
- What is the last date to submit the application?
The final deadline is 23‑05‑2026 (midnight).
