Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB), Bhopal
Group-5 Recruitment 2026: Pharmacist, Staff Nurse & Paramedical Posts
| Short Recruitment Details | |
|---|---|
| Organization | Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board (MPESB) |
| Exam Name | Group-5 Combined Recruitment Test – 2026 |
| Posts for Pharmacy | Pharmacist Grade-2, Ayurveda/Homeopathy/Unani Compounders |
| Total Vacancies | 291 (Direct & Backlog) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date to Apply Online | 13-03-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27-03-2026 |
| Last Date for Form Correction | 01-04-2026 |
| Exam Start Date | 15-04-2026 (Wednesday) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Per Question Paper) |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs. 500/- |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PWD (MP Domicile) | Rs. 250/- |
| Direct Recruitment (Backlog) | No Fee |
| MP Online Portal Charges | Rs. 60/- (Kiosk) | Rs. 20/- (Citizen User) |
Pharmacy Vacancy Details (Specific Posts)
| Post Code | Department Name | Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | ESIC Services, Indore | Pharmacist Grade-2 | 06 |
| 22 | Mental Hospital, Gwalior | Pharmacist Grade-2 | 03 |
| 28 | GMC, Ratlam | Pharmacist Grade-2 | 03 |
| 34 | SSMC, Rewa (LD Category) | Pharmacist Grade-2 | 01 |
| 40 | Directorate of AYUSH, Bhopal | Ayurveda Compounder | 125 |
| 41 | Directorate of AYUSH, Bhopal | Homeopathy Compounder | 20 |
| 42 | Directorate of AYUSH, Bhopal | Unani Compounder | 30 |
Eligibility Criteria for Pharmacy Students
For Pharmacist Grade-2:
- Must have passed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- Diploma or Degree in Pharmacy (D.Pharm/B.Pharm) from a recognized institute.
- Mandatory Registration with the MP Pharmacy Council.
- Must have a valid “Live Registration” in the MP Employment Office (Rojgar Panjiyan).
- 10+2 Qualification with specific subject requirements as per the respective medical system.
- Diploma/Certificate in Ayurveda/Homeopathy/Unani compounder course.
Age Limit (As on 01-01-2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age (UR): 40 Years
- Maximum Age (SC/ST/OBC/Female/MP Govt Employees): 45 Years (5 years relaxation).
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| Part | Subjects | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Mathematics, Science, General Interest | 25 |
| Part B | Technical Trade Based Questions (Pharmacy/Subject Specific) | 75 |
| Total Marks | 100 | |
*Negative Marking: There is no mention of negative marking in the rulebook. Each correct answer carries 1 mark.
Important Documents for Application
- Aadhar Card Registration is mandatory.
- Latest Color Photograph (with Name and Date of Photo).
- Signature and Hand-written Self Declaration.
- Class 10th/12th Marksheets for DOB proof.
- Category Certificate (if applicable).
