MPPSC State Service Exam 2026 Notification is finally here! If you are aspiring to become a Deputy Collector, DSP, or Forest Officer in Madhya Pradesh, the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released a “golden opportunity” with the official notification for the 2026 recruitment cycle.
Here is everything you need to know about the exam date, eligibility, and the massive penalty for late applications.
Key Dates to Mark
Know more about MPPSC Notification with table
| Exam Name | Total Posts | Educational Eligibility | Application Start Date | Application Last Date | Prelims Exam Date | Application Fee (General) | Age Limit | Selection Process | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPPSC State Service Examination (SSE) 2026 | 155 | Bachelor’s Degree (Any Stream) | 10 January 2026 | 09 February 2026 | 26 April 2026 | ₹500 | 21 to 33 / 40 Years (Post-wise) as on 01.01.2026 | Prelims Written Examination, Mains Written Examination, Personal Interview, Document Verification, Medical Examination | [1] |
| MPPSC State Forest Service Examination (SFSE) 2026 | 36 | Bachelor’s Degree in Science / Engineering / Technology | 10 January 2026 | 09 February 2026 | 26 April 2026 | ₹500 | 21 to 33 / 40 Years (Post-wise) as on 01.01.2026 | Prelims Written Examination, Mains Written Examination, Personal Interview, Document Verification, Medical Examination | [1] |
[1] MPPSC State Service Exam 2026 Notification and Recruitment Guide
The online application window is brief, so candidates are advised to apply early to avoid server issues.
• Application Start Date: 10 January 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 09 February 2026
• Admit Card Release: 16 April 2026
• Prelims Exam Date: 26 April 2026
Warning: Avoid the ₹25,000 Late Fee
Candidates must pay close attention to the deadlines. While the standard application fee is ₹500 for General/Other State candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST/OBC/PH, missing the deadline can be costly.
• Late Fee (Till 16 Feb): ₹3,000
• Late Fee (Till 01 April): ₹25,000
Vacancy Breakdown
The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 191 posts across two major service categories:
• State Service Examination (SSE): 155 Posts
• State Forest Service Examination (SFSE): 36 Posts
Eligibility Criteria
• Education: For the State Service Exam, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university. However, for the State Forest Service (SFSE), a background in Science, Engineering, or Technology is mandatory.
• Age Limit: As of 01.01.2026, the minimum age is 21 years, with a maximum age of 33 or 40 years depending on the specific post and category.
Selection Process
To secure a position, candidates must clear a 5-stage selection process:
1. Prelims Written Examination
2. Mains Written Examination
3. Personal Interview
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should visit the official website mppsc.mp.gov.in to complete their registration and fee payment via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
Don’t delay! The last date to pay the fee is 09 February 2026.
FAQs – MPPSC State Service Exam 2026
Q. MPPSC State Service Online Form 2026 start date kya hai?
👉 10 January 2026
Q. MPPSC Prelims Exam 2026 kab hoga?
👉 26 April 2026
Q. Total vacancy kitni hai?
👉 191 Posts