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The MP PNST 2026 examination held in July 10, 2026. The MP PNST 2026 examination, conducted by MP ESB, is set for the designated exam date. The Madhya Pradesh Pre Nursing Selection Test is a Nursing entrance exam. This exam is for female candidates seeking admission into the 4-year B.Sc. Nursing program across government and private nursing colleges in Madhya Pradesh. If you’re considering appearing for the Madhya Pradesh Pre Nursing Selection Test, make sure to complete the application process before the deadline.
Subsequently, obtain your MP PNST admit card and participate in the examination. Following the exam, refer to the answer key to assess your performance, and await the announcement of the MP PNST result.
MP PNST 2026 Exam date announsed. Scroll down for more details.
MP PNST 2026
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MP PNST 2026 Exam Date
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application form release date | June 9, 2026 |
| Application last date | June 23, 2026 |
| Application correction (edit) window | June 9 to June 28, 2026 |
| Admit card release | Early July 2026 (approx. 1 week before exam) |
| MP PNST 2026 exam date | July 10, 2026 |
| Provisional answer key | Within a few days of exam |
| MP PNST Result 2026 | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| DME counselling start | July – August 2026 (Tentative) |
Eligibility Criteria
Gender: MP PNST is for FEMALE candidates only.
- Candidate should be an Indian citizen.
- Candidates must have the residential certificate of the state of Madhya Pradesh also.
- Minimum Education : For admission in B.Sc Nursing course, the candidates must have passed Class 12th with 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English subject (5% marks relaxation for reserve categories) of the Board of Secondary Education, Madhya Pradesh.
- Age Limit: Candidates age should be minimum 17 years and maximum 30 years as on 31st December.
- The candidates of the reserved category will be offered 5 years relaxation in the upper age.

Application Process
- Eligible candidates can apply online through official website http://peb.mp.gov.in/ or www.mponline.gov.in
- Only those applicants, who apply online before the last date and satisfy the eligibility criteria, will be considered for admission.
- Before filling the application form read the instructions carefully and follow them strictly. Visit the University website www.mponline.gov.in for online submission of the application form
Application Fee
- For General Category : Rs.460/- (including portal charges)
- For SC/ST Category : Rs.260/- (including portal charges)
- Mode of Payment
- Through online Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking
- An amount of Rs 60/- has to be paid if the application is submitted via the Kiosk portal.
- An amount of Rs 20/- has to be paid if the application is submitted through a registered citizen user.
📝 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The exam is conducted in an online (CBT) format. It consists of 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be completed in 120 minutes.
| Subject | No. of Questions |
| Physics | 30 |
| Chemistry | 30 |
| Biology (Botany & Zoology) | 60 |
| General English | 30 |
| Total | 150 Marks |
- Marking Scheme: +1 for every correct answer; no negative marking.
- Syllabus Level: Based on the NCERT/MP Board Class 11 and 12 curriculum.
The exam pattern is as follows
- Question type – The questions are MCQs.
- Exam Duration – The entrance exam is of 2 hours.
Marking Scheme –
- Candidates get +1 marks for correct answer.
- And negative marks is 0 for incorrect answers
🛠️ How to Prepare
- Master NCERTs: Biology carries the highest weightage (60 marks). Focus heavily on human physiology, genetics, and ecology from NCERT textbooks.
- English Grammar: Don’t ignore the English section; focusing on basic tenses, articles, and vocabulary can be a “rank booster.”
- Check the Official Site: Keep an eye on esb.mp.gov.in for the official rulebook and registration links.
Test Centres
- Bhopal
- Indore
- Jabalpur
- Gwalior
- Ujjain
- Satna
- Ratlam
- Sagar
For more details and to apply online, please visit the official website
Contact Details
Address:
Chayan Bhawan”, Main Road No.1,
Chinar Park (East), Madhya Pradesh 462011
Phone: 0755 257 8801
MP PNST – Overview
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | MP PNST |
| Full Form of MP PNST | Madhya Pradesh Pre Nursing Selection Test |
| Organizing Body | MP PEB |
| Full Form of MP PEB | Madya Pradesh Professional Examination Board |
| Type of Exam | Nursing Entrance Exam |
| Level of Exam | State |
| Region | Madya Pradesh |
| Official Website | peb.mp.gov.in |
| Courses Where Admission is Through MP PNST | B.Sc Nursing |
| Colleges Where Admission is Through MP PNST | Nursing Colleges in Madhya Pradesh |
| Minimum Educational Qualification | Class 12 |
| Aspects | Details |
| Mode of Exam | TBA |
| Type of Questions | MCQs |
| Number of Questions | TBA |
| Total Marks | TBA |
| Marking Scheme | +1, 0 |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours |
| Subjects in Question Paper | Physics, Chemistry, Biology, General English |
