The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has taken a significant step for lakhs of aspirants by unveiling a provisional calendar for its recruitment examinations scheduled for the years 2025 and 2026. This early announcement of tentative dates empowers candidates aiming for various state government posts to strategically plan and intensify their preparation schedules.
MPPSC 2025-2026 Examination Schedule: A Detailed Overview
The released calendar outlines a roadmap for ten major examinations across several key departments. It is crucial for candidates to note that while some dates are fixed, others, particularly for the State Service Main Exam 2025, are pending directives from the High Court. The commission has clarified that this exam will be conducted only after receiving necessary instructions from the judiciary.
The comprehensive schedule is as follows:
- Assistant Professor (CS) Exam 2025: January 4, 2025 (Higher Education Department)
- Assistant Director (Technical), Deputy Director & Principal (Class-II) Exam 2025: February 22, 2025 (Technical Education Department)
- State Engineering Service Exam 2025: March 22, 2025
- State Service & State Forest Service Preliminary Exam 2026: April 26, 2026
- Assistant Professor Exam 2026 (Phase I, II, III): July 12, August 2, and August 30, 2026 (Higher Education Department)
- State Service Main Exam 2026: September 7–12, 2026
- State Forest Service Main Exam 2026: September 27, 2026
Department-Wise Breakdown of Recruitment Drives
The calendar highlights a busy period for the Higher Education Department, which will conduct the Assistant Professor recruitment in three distinct phases during July and August 2026. Similarly, the Technical Education Department has a major exam lined up for February 2025 for roles including Assistant Director and Deputy Director.
Examinations for the highly coveted State Engineering Service, State Service, and State Forest Service form the core of the recruitment plan, offering numerous opportunities for engineering graduates and generalists seeking a career in the Madhya Pradesh government. The commission has emphasized that all dates are tentative and subject to change based on formal recruitment advertisements and official notifications.
How to Access the Official Schedule and Stay Updated
Aspiring candidates are advised to download the official MPPSC Calendar 2026 PDF directly from the commission's website at https://mppsc.mp.gov.in. This portal will also serve as the primary source for all future updates, including the release of detailed recruitment advertisements for the vacant posts, any changes to the schedule, and result declarations.
The release of this tentative calendar is a proactive move that brings clarity and allows candidates to manage their time and resources efficiently. It marks the beginning of a crucial preparation phase for one of central India's most prominent state-level recruitment processes.
