MPPSC Pre 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for 191 State & Forest Service Posts
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has officially released the notification for the State Services Examination (SSE) 2026 and State Forest Services Examination (SFSE) 2026. This recruitment drive offers a total of 191 vacancies for various prestigious administrative and forest department posts in Madhya Pradesh.
Eligible and interested candidates can apply online within the prescribed dates and start their preparation for the MPPSC Prelims 2026 examination.
MPPSC Pre 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | MPPSC State & State Forest Services Exam 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Examination Level | State Level |
| Exam Stage | Preliminary Examination |
| Total Vacancies | 191 Posts |
| Job Location | Madhya Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
Important Dates – MPPSC Pre 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 10 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 09 February 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 11 February 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 16 April 2026 |
| MPPSC Pre Exam Date | 26 April 2026 |
MPPSC Pre 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 191 posts have been announced under this recruitment.
Service-wise Vacancy Distribution
State Services Examination (SSE) – 155 Posts
State Forest Services Examination (SFSE) – 36 Posts
These vacancies include Group A and Group B level posts under the Madhya Pradesh Government.
Posts Under MPPSC State Services
Some of the major posts generally included are:
Deputy Collector
Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
Assistant Commissioner (Tribal Development)
Assistant Registrar (Cooperative Societies)
Chief Municipal Officer
Labour Officer
Block Development Officer
Commercial Tax Officer
(Exact post-wise distribution is available in the official notification.)
Posts Under MPPSC State Forest Services
Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF)
Forest Ranger
These posts are responsible for forest administration, wildlife conservation, and environmental protection.
MPPSC Pre 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
For Forest Service posts, candidates may require Science/Engineering-related qualifications as per notification.
Age Limit (As per norms)
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 33–40 Years
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per MP Government rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other State Candidates | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS (MP) | ₹250/- |
| Portal & Correction Charges | Extra as applicable |
MPPSC Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in three stages:
Preliminary Examination
Main Examination
Interview / Personality Test
Candidates qualifying the Prelims will be eligible to appear for the Mains Examination.
MPPSC Pre Exam Pattern (Prelims)
Paper I – General Studies: 200 Marks
Paper II – General Aptitude (CSAT): 200 Marks
Both papers are objective type (MCQs).
Why Apply for MPPSC State & Forest Services?
Prestigious government positions
Attractive salary and allowances
Job security and career growth
Opportunity to serve the people of Madhya Pradesh
Administrative and leadership roles
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