Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB) – Pre-Nursing Selection Test (PNST) 2022 Admission Notification
Organization: Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB), formerly MP Professional Examination Board (MPPEB) / Vyapam
Exam Name: Pre-Nursing Selection Test (PNST) 2022
Total Vacancies: 1050 Seats
Purpose: Admission to 4-Year B.Sc. Nursing Course in Government Nursing Colleges of Madhya Pradesh
Advt No.: Not specified
Important Dates:
- Notification Issued: 15 February 2023
- Online Application Start Date: 15 February 2023
- Last Date to Apply Online: 1 March 2023 (Extended from 28 February)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 1 March 2023
- Correction Last Date: 6 March 2023 (Extended from 5 March)
- Exam Dates: 8 and 9 June 2023 (Two Shifts Per Day)
- Answer Key Released: Around 13 June 2023
- Result Declared: 12 July 2023
- Counseling Started: August 2023
Eligibility Criteria:
- Gender: Female Candidates Only
- Domicile: Must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh
- Age Limit (as on 1 July 2022):
- Minimum: 17 Years
- Maximum: 30 Years
- Age Relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per MP Govt Rules
- Educational Qualification:
- Passed 12th Class with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB), and English
- Minimum 45% Marks (General Category)
- Minimum 40% Marks (SC/ST/OBC)
- Appearing candidates were also eligible (subject to qualification at the time of admission)
Application Fee:
- General / Other State: ₹460/- (₹400 Exam Fee + ₹60 Portal Fee)
- SC / ST / OBC / PwD (MP Domicile): ₹260/- (₹200 Exam Fee + ₹60 Portal Fee)
- Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card) or through Kiosk
Exam Pattern:
- Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
- Total Questions: 150 MCQs
- Total Marks: 150
- Marking Scheme: +1 Mark per correct answer, No Negative Marking
Subject-Wise Distribution:
- Physics – 30 Questions
- Chemistry – 30 Questions
- Biology (Botany & Zoology) – 60 Questions (30+30)
- General English – 30 Questions
Selection Process:
- Written Examination: Online CBT based on Class 12 (PCB + English)
- Merit List: Prepared based on PNST scores
- Counseling by Directorate of Medical Education (DME), MP:
- Online Registration
- Choice Filling & Locking
- Seat Allotment (based on merit, reservation & preferences)
- Document Verification at allotted college
- Admission Confirmation and Fee Payment
- Medical Fitness: Must meet required health standards
Note on Exam Purpose Clarification:
While PNST is primarily conducted for admission to B.Sc. Nursing courses, it is also considered a foundational step toward qualifying for future Nursing Officer posts in government institutions of Madhya Pradesh.
Preparation Tips:
- Revise Class 12 Subjects: Focus on NCERT-based Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
- Basic Nursing Knowledge: Learn fundamentals of Patient Care, First Aid, Anatomy, and Nursing Practices
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs: Especially related to Health Sector, National Health Schemes
- Mock Tests: Practice regularly for speed and accuracy
- Stay Fit: Physical and mental fitness is essential for a nursing role
How to Apply:
- Visit: esb.mp.gov.in
- Click on “PNST 2022” section
- Read the notification carefully
- Click on “Apply Online”
- Register and complete the application form
- Upload photograph, signature, and documents
- Pay the fee online
- Submit and take a printout for future use
Official Website: esb.mp.gov.in