Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC)
MPPSC Pre Recruitment 2026
Advt No. : 29-30/2025
Important Dates
| Notification Release | 31 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 February 2026 (12:00 Noon) |
| Application Correction Window Opens | 15 January 2026 |
| Application Correction Window Closes | 11 February 2026 |
| MPPSC Preliminary Examination Date | 26 April 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other State Candidates | ₹540/- |
| MP Reserved Category Candidates | ₹290/- |
| Portal Charges | ₹40/- (Included) |
| Application Correction Charges | ₹50/- (Extra) |
- Fee payment through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI only.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
The age limit for MPPSC Pre Recruitment 2026 will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.
For State Service Examination (SSE)
- Uniformed Posts: 21 to 33 years
- Other Posts: 21 to 40 years
For State Forest Service Examination (SFSE)
- Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF): 21 to 40 years
- Forest Ranger: 21 to 33 years
- Age relaxation as per rules
- Check age using Online Age Calculator
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree from a UGC-recognized University
- Knowledge of Hindi up to Class 10 level
- Fresh graduates are eligible
Physical Eligibility Details
Candidates applying for specific posts under MPPSC Pre Recruitment 2026
must fulfill the prescribed physical standards. The post-wise physical eligibility
criteria for MPPSC State Service Examination 2026 are provided below:
| Post Name | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| Home (Police) Department | Male – 168 Female – 155 | Male – 84–89 Female – NA |
| District Excise Officer | Male – 168 Female – 155 | Male – 84–89 Female – NA |
| Superintendent, District Jail | Male – 168 Female – 155 | Male – 84–89 Female – NA |
| Transport Sub-Inspector | Male – 168 Female – 155 | Male – 84–89 Female – NA |
| Assistant Conservator & Forest Ranger | Male – 163 (All Other) Male – 152 (ST) Female – 150 (All Other) Female – 145 (ST) | Male – 79–84 Female – 74–79 |
🏃 Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Walking Test: Walking on foot for 4 hours covering 25 km
- Applicable For: Male Candidates (SFSE Posts)
MPPSC Pre Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Distribution
| Examination | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| State Services Examination (SSE) | 155 |
| State Forest Services Examination (SFSE) | 36 |
| Total | 191 |
MPPSC Pre Online Form 2026 – Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | 57 |
| Assistant Commissioner (Tribal Development) | 37 |
| Block Development Officer | 01 |
| District Employment Officer | 01 |
| Police Sub Inspector | 01 |
| Assistant Registrar (Cooperative Societies) | 30 |
| Labour Officer | 05 |
| Inspector, Employees State Insurance | 01 |
| Planning Officer | 02 |
| Assistant Conservator | 06 |
| Forest Ranger | 30 |
| Various Other Posts | 20 |
How to Apply for MPPSC Pre Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website mppsc.mp.gov.in
- Click on State Service Examination 2026 Online Form
- Complete online registration
- Login and fill application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee online
- Submit and print confirmation page
Selection Process – MPPSC Pre Recruitment 2026
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
MPPSC Pre Recruitment 2026 – Salary
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| State Services Examination (SSE) | ₹9,300 – ₹1,77,500 |
| State Forest Services Examination (SFSE) | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
Useful Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | SSE | SFSE |
| Join WhatsApp | Click Here |
| Join Telegram | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is MPPSC Pre Exam 2026 qualifying?
Yes, the prelims exam is qualifying in nature.
Is there any attempt limit?
No fixed attempt limit, subject to age criteria.
