The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission has announced the MPPSC Pre Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 29-30/2025 which is intended to fill 191 positions in various Madhya Pradesh government departments through the State Services Exam and State Forest Services Exam. The online application process will open on:- 10/January/2026 and run through 9February/2026, at noon. Examination will be held on:- 26/April/2026. Graduates who want to be administrative in addition to police along with forest and allied services can apply through the official portal. The selection process involves preliminary examination – main examination – interview – document verification and medical examination that is followed by appointment with good salary packages and long-term career growth.
Key Recruitment Details:
| Points | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Exam | MPPSC Pre-Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement Number | 29-30/2025 |
| Examination Type | State Services and Forest Services |
| Mode of Application | Online Mode |
| Total number Vacancies | 191 |
| Pre-Exam Date | 26/April/2026 |
Important Dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Publication | 31/December/2025 |
| Online Application Activation | 10/January/2026 |
| Deadline to Apply | 09/February/2026 |
| Correction Window Opens | 15/January/2026 |
| Correction Window Closes | 11/February/2026 |
| MPPSC Pre Exam Date | 26/April/2026 |
Vacancy Distribution Under MPPSC Pre-Recruitment 2026:
Examination-wise Vacancies
| Examination | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| State Services Exam {SSE} | 155 |
| State Forest Services Exam {SFSE} | 36 |
| Total | 191 |
Post-wise Vacancy
| Positions | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Officer of Planning | 02 |
| Conservator’s assistant | 06 |
| A forest ranger | 30 |
| Several Other Positions | 20 |
Who Can Apply:
Age Limit:
- For the State Services Exam: – The candidate should be in the range of 21 to 33 years for the uniformed posts and for other posts the candidate should be in the the range of 21 to 40 years of age
- For the Exam of State Forest Services: – The candidate should be in the range of 21 to 40 years of age for the post of Assistant Conservator of Forest and for the post of forest ranger the candidate should be in age range of 21 to 33 years
Age relaxation is given for the reserved categories according to the state government rules.
Academic Background:
• A bachelor’s degree from an institution or university recognised by the UGC.
• Knowledge of Hindi language up to Class 10 level.
• Applications are also open to the recent graduate students.
Physical Eligibility Requirements for Specific Posts:
Candidates who are applying for uniformed and forest-related posts must meet the required physical standards.
Physical Standard {Selected Posts}
| Post | Height in cm | Chest in cm |
|---|---|---|
| Home {Police} Department | Male 168/Female 155 | Male 84–89 |
| District Excise Officer | Male 168/Female 155 | Male 84–89 |
| Superintendent- District Jail | Male 168/Female 155 | Male 84–89 |
| Transport Sub-Inspector | Male 168/Female 155 | Male 84–89 |
| Assistant Conservator and Forest Ranger | Male 163 {152 ST}/ Female 150{145 ST} | Male 79–84/Female 74–79 |
Physical Efficiency Assessment
A walking test of 25 km in 4 hours is mandatory for male candidates who are applying for State Forest Services posts.
Application Fee Details:
| Category | Application Charge |
|---|---|
| General/Other State | ₹540 |
| MP Reserved Categories | ₹290 |
| Portal Charges | ₹40 which are Included |
| Correction Charges | ₹50 {Extra} |
Application Process:
The candidate must follow the official procedure that is stated below in order to apply for this position:-
Step 1: Go through the official website https://mppsc.mp.gov.in/ and tap on the link named “State Service Examination 2026 Online Form”
Step 2: Finish the registration process and log-in in order to fill the application form
Step 3: Complete the application form and upload the necessary files.
Selection Journey:
The recruitment process is conducted in multiple stages to make sure selection of competent candidates which includes the following step: – Preliminary Examination then Main Examination and after that Interview takes place along with Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Salary Range After The Selection:
| Exam | Payment Range |
|---|---|
| State Services Exam | ₹9300 – ₹177500 |
| State Forest Services Exam | ₹56100 – ₹177500 |
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Will there be a qualifying exam for the MPPSC Pre-Exam 2026?
Answer :- Yes- the preliminary examination is only used for qualifying – not to contribute in the final merit list.
2. What is the maximum number of attempts for MPPSC Pre Recruitment 2026?
Answer:- There isn’t a set maximum number of attempts – all the applicants who fit the age requirements are eligible to apply.
3. Does MPPSC Pre Recruitment 2026 accept applications from recent graduates?
Answer:- Candidates who have finished their education are indeed qualified to apply.
Important Links:
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | SSE | SFSE |
| Official Website | https://mppsc.mp.gov.in/ |