MPESB MP Hospital Assistant Admit Card 2026

The MP Professional Examination Board (MPESB) conducts the Madhya Pradesh Hospital Assistant examination to recruit eligible candidates for the post of Hospital Assistant in various government hospitals and health facilities across Madhya Pradesh. This exam is conducted by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board, a premier state-level examination authority. Successful candidates will be appointed as Hospital Assistants responsible for providing administrative and healthcare support services in government medical institutions. The role involves patient record management, hospital administration support, and coordination between medical staff and patients. This is a state government position offering job security, regular pay revisions, and opportunities for professional growth within the MP health department.

Typical / Indicative Timeline

Typical / Indicative Vacancy Distribution

Educational Qualification

• Minimum Qualification: 12th Pass (Higher Secondary) from a recognized board OR equivalent qualification
• Candidates with diploma in medical/paramedical fields are preferred but not mandatory
• Knowledge of Hindi/English is required
• Computer literacy is desirable

Age Limit

Age as on January 1, 2026

Age Relaxation

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh is mandatory
• Candidate must be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh state

1. Visit the official MPESB website at peb.mp.gov.in
2. Click on "Apply Online" link for MP Hospital Assistant Recruitment 2026
3. Click on "New Registration" if you are a first-time user
4. Enter basic details (name, father's name, date of birth, email, mobile number) to generate Registration ID
5. Note down the Registration ID and password sent to your email/mobile
6. Login using Registration ID and password
7. Fill the complete application form with personal, educational, and address details
8. Upload scanned documents (photograph 50KB, signature 20KB, ID proof, educational certificates in JPG/JPEG format)
9. Select preferred exam city/centre
10. Proceed to payment section and select payment mode (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
11. Pay the application fee and save the payment receipt
12. Submit the application form and take printout of confirmation page for future reference

Application Fee Structure

Note: Payment gateway charges extra as applicable. Fee once paid is non-refundable.

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT): Objective type written examination covering General Knowledge, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, and General Hindi/English. Duration of 2 hours with 100 questions. This is the primary screening stage.

1. Document Verification: Candidates qualifying the CBT will be called for document verification based on merit list. Original certificates including educational qualifications, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), age proof, and ID proof must be presented.

1. Medical Examination: Shortlisted candidates undergo medical fitness test as per government norms to ensure they are physically and mentally fit for the duties of Hospital Assistant.

1. Final Merit List: Final selection is based on marks obtained in CBT. Merit list is prepared category-wise, and appointments are offered based on vacancy distribution and candidate preferences.

Computer-Based Test (CBT) Pattern

Negative Marking: Yes, 1/4 mark (0.25 marks) will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (Online)

Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with four options

Language Medium: Questions will be bilingual (Hindi and English) except for General Hindi section

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern India)
• Indian Geography (Physical, Economic, Social Geography)
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Indian Economy and Five Year Plans
• General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
• Madhya Pradesh History, Geography, and Culture
• MP Economic and Industrial Development
• Current National and International Affairs
• Sports and Awards
• Books and Authors
• Important Days and Events

General Hindi

• हिन्दी व्याकरण (Hindi Grammar)
• संधि, समास, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
• विलोम शब्द, पर्यायवाची शब्द
• मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
• वाक्य संशोधन और त्रुटि सुधार
• अनेक शब्दों के लिए एक शब्द
• वाक्यांशों के लिए शब्द निर्माण
• अपठित गद्यांश (Comprehension)
• हिंदी साहित्य का सामान्य ज्ञान

Reasoning & Mental Ability

• Analogies and Similarities
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense Test
• Series Completion (Number, Letter, Figure)
• Syllogism and Statements
• Venn Diagrams
• Puzzles and Arrangements
• Classification and Odd One Out
• Mirror and Water Images
• Paper Folding and Cutting
• Embedded Figures

Numerical Ability & Data Interpretation

• Number System and Simplification
• Percentage and Ratio-Proportion
• Average and Profit-Loss
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Time and Work
• Time, Speed and Distance
• Mensuration (Area, Volume)
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar Graphs, Pie Charts, Line Graphs)
• Basic Algebra and Geometry
• HCF and LCM

Typical / Indicative Salary Structure (MP Government Pay Matrix)

Additional Benefits: Medical facilities for self and family, Leave Travel Allowance (LTA), Pension/National Pension Scheme (NPS), Provident Fund, Gratuity, and Annual Increment of approximately 3%.

Note: DA rates are revised twice yearly based on All India Consumer Price Index. Actual in-hand salary may vary after deductions (GPF, NPS, Professional Tax, Income Tax if applicable).

Hospital Assistants have opportunities for vertical growth within the MP Health Department. After gaining experience of 5-8 years and clearing departmental promotion examinations, candidates can be promoted to Senior Hospital Assistant, Office Superintendent, or Administrative Officer positions. Further career progression includes positions like Assistant Manager (Administration), Hospital Manager, and eventually reaching gazetted positions through competitive departmental exams and seniority-cum-merit basis promotions.

MPESB releases the MP Hospital Assistant admit card approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled examination date on the official website peb.mp.gov.in. Candidates must login using their Registration ID/Application Number and date of birth to download the admit card. The admit card contains important details including candidate's name, photograph, exam date, time, venue address, and important instructions. Candidates must carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Driving License) to the examination centre. No candidate will be allowed to enter the exam hall without a valid admit card.

MPESB declares the MP Hospital Assistant result within 3-4 weeks after the examination date on the official website. The result is published as a PDF merit list containing roll numbers and names of qualified candidates arranged category-wise. Candidates can check their individual scorecard by logging into the candidate portal using their credentials. The scorecard displays subject-wise marks, total marks obtained, qualifying status, and category rank. Shortlisted candidates are then called for document verification based on the merit list and vacancy availability.

The MP Hospital Assistant cutoff marks vary each year based on exam difficulty level, number of vacancies, and number of candidates appearing. Typically, the qualifying cutoff ranges between 40-50 marks out of 100 for UR category, 35-45 marks for OBC category, and 30-40 marks for SC/ST categories. Category-wise expected cutoffs: UR (45-50), OBC (40-45), SC (35-40), ST (30-35), EWS (43-48). Final merit list cutoffs are usually 5-10 marks higher than qualifying cutoffs, depending on the number of vacancies and competition level.

Typical / Indicative Exam Centre Cities

Madhya Pradesh (Primary): Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Gwalior, Ujjain, Sagar, Ratlam, Satna, Rewa, Chhindwara, Dewas, Katni, Vidisha, Damoh, Mandsaur, Khargone, Khandwa, Hoshangabad, Betul, Seoni, Harda, Burhanpur, Shahdol, Singrauli

Note: MPESB primarily conducts examinations within Madhya Pradesh state only. Candidates can select up to 3-4 preferred exam cities during the application process. Final exam centre allotment is subject to availability and administrative feasibility. Centre address with reporting time will be mentioned on the admit card.