The Madhya Pradesh Pre-Nursing Selection Test (MP PNST) is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), formerly known as MPPEB/Vyapam, for admission to the 4-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing) course in various government and private nursing colleges across Madhya Pradesh.
1. General Overview of B.Sc. Nursing Course
- Course Duration: 4 Years (Undergraduate Level).
- Eligibility: Only female candidates are eligible to apply for the PNST exam.
- Conducting Body: Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB).
- Exam Mode: Online (Computer-Based Test).
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The Madhya Pradesh Pre-Nursing Selection Test (MP PNST) is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), formerly known as MPPEB/Vyapam, for admission to the 4-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing) course in various government and private nursing colleges across Madhya Pradesh.
1. General Overview of B.Sc. Nursing Course
- Course Duration: 4 Years (Undergraduate Level).
- Eligibility: Only female candidates are eligible to apply for the PNST exam.
- Conducting Body: Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB).
- Exam Mode: Online (Computer-Based Test).
2. Eligibility Criteria (Tentative for 2026)
| Parameter | Details |
| Educational Qualification | Must have passed 10+2 (Higher Secondary Certificate) from a recognized Board/Council. |
| Mandatory Subjects | Must have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology (or Life Sciences), and English as core subjects in 10+2. |
| Minimum Marks | Generally, a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying exam (10+2). A relaxation of 5% (i.e., 45% or 40-45%) is typically provided for SC/ST/OBC and PwD candidates. (Exact percentage will be specified in the official 2026 rulebook). |
| Age Limit | Minimum Age: 17 years as of July 1st of the admission year (e.g., July 1, 2026). Maximum Age: 30 years (with a relaxation of up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC categories and certain other categories like Widowed/Divorced women). |
| Nationality/Domicile | Candidate must be an Indian citizen and a Native/Domicile of Madhya Pradesh. |
3 Admission Process & Important Dates (Expected for 2026)
| Event | Expected Timeline |
| Application Form Update/Notification | Late 2025 - Early 2026 |
| Online Application Form Submission | March/April - May 2026 (Based on previous years) |
| Admit Card Release | 1-2 weeks before the exam |
| Exam Date | May/June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Result Declaration | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Counselling Commencement | August/September 2026 (Tentative) |
Admission: Admission is based on the merit list prepared from the MP PNST exam scores, followed by an online counselling process.
4. Application Fee (Based on Past Trends)
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.
- General/Unreserved Category: INR 400 - INR 500 (approx)
- SC/ST/OBC/PWD: INR 200 - INR 250 (approx)
5. Exam Pattern & Syllabus (Paper Pattern)
Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details (Based on previous PNST pattern) |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Duration | 2 Hours (120 minutes) |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 100 Questions |
| Total Marks | 100 Marks |
| Marking Scheme | +1 mark for each correct answer. No Negative Marking. |
Syllabus
The syllabus is typically aligned with the Class 12 MP Board curriculum and covers the following subjects:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Key Topics (Broadly) |
| Physics | 20 | 20 | Units and Measurements, Motion, Thermodynamics, Light, Electricity, Atomic Structure. |
| Chemistry | 20 | 20 | Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonds, Solutions, Solid State, Chemical Kinetics, Electrochemistry. |
| Biology (Botany & Zoology) | 20 | 20 | Cell Structure and Functions, Human Physiology, Plant Physiology, Genetics, Health and Hygiene. |
| GK | 20 | 20 | MP & India GK |
| English | 20 | 20 | Grammar (Tenses, Voice, Narration), Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Error Spotting. |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
6. Top Colleges for B.Sc. Nursing (PNST)
Admission through PNST is primarily for government-run colleges. Some of the top institutions include:
- Government Colleges of Nursing (GNC) in major cities like Indore, Bhopal, Jabalpur, Gwalior, etc.
- Regional Institute of Nursing, Jabalpur.
- Central Institute of Nursing Science, Jabalpur.
Private Colleges: Many private colleges also accept PNST/NEET scores or conduct admission based on merit/other entrance exams, but the PNST exam mainly targets government seats.
7. Career Scope after B.Sc. Nursing
A B.Sc. Nursing degree provides extensive career opportunities in India and abroad.
- Job Roles:
- Staff Nurse (in Hospitals, Clinics, Nursing Homes, Schools)
- Military Nurse / Industrial Nurse
- Nurse Educator / Lecturer
- Nursing Supervisor / Ward Sister
- Community Health Nurse (CHN)
- Clinical Research Associate (CRA)
- Further Education:
- M.Sc. Nursing (for specialization like Pediatrics, Critical Care, etc.)
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- Salary (Entry-Level): Typically ranges from INR 2.5 LPA to INR 4.5 LPA, depending on the recruiter (Government vs. Private) and location.
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