The MPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026 is a massive opportunity for you. The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released official notifications to recruit 81 Scientific Officers in the Home Department under various disciplines, including Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. This is an excellent chance to secure a gazetted Class II position with a fantastic salary package. Whether you are from Madhya Pradesh or any other state in India, you are eligible to apply. In this article, I have broken down all the complicated official details into very simple, easy-to-read tables so you can quickly find exactly what you need without getting confused. 👉 convert images into pdf
Master’s Degree (M.Sc) in Botany/Zoology/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Genetics, etc., with at least 2nd Division. AND Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc) with Botany/Zoology/Bioscience/Biotech AND Chemistry/Biochemistry.
Scientific Officer (Chemistry)
Master’s Degree (M.Sc) in Chemistry or Forensic Science with at least 2nd Division. AND Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc) with Chemistry/Forensic Chemistry/Forensic Toxicology as a subject.
Scientific Officer (Physics)
Master’s Degree (M.Sc) in Physics or Forensic Science with at least 2nd Division. AND Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc) with Physics/Forensic Physics AND Chemistry/Forensic Chemistry.
Eligible for all Unreserved and Reserved (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) categories based on their caste certificate. Must register in the MP Employment Exchange before the interview.
Other State Candidates
Eligible! Candidates from all over India can apply. However, they will be considered under the General (Unreserved) category. Employment registration is completely exempted for them.
What is the last date to apply for MPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to register online for the MPPSC Scientific Officer recruitment is May 20, 2026. The application window opens on April 21, 2026, on the official website mppsc.mp.gov.in.
What is the eligibility criteria for MPPSC Scientific Officer (Biology/Chemistry/Physics)?
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree (M.Sc) in the relevant subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Forensic Science) with at least 2nd Division, along with a relevant Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc).
Can candidates from states other than Madhya Pradesh apply?
Yes, candidates from all over India are eligible to apply. However, out-of-state candidates will be considered under the General (Unreserved) category regardless of their original caste category.
What is the age limit for MPPSC Scientific Officer 2026?
The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum age is 40 years as of January 1, 2027. Reserved category candidates from MP receive age relaxation up to 5 years.
What is the salary of an MPPSC Scientific Officer?
The selected candidates will receive a pay scale of Rs. 15,600 – Rs. 39,100 with a Grade Pay of Rs. 5,400. This is a Gazetted Class II government position.
What is the application fee for the MPPSC Scientific Officer exam?
The application fee is Rs. 500 for General and Other State candidates. For SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS, and PWD candidates residing in Madhya Pradesh, the fee is Rs. 250.
When is the MPPSC Scientific Officer 2026 exam date?
The MPPSC Scientific Officer written exam is scheduled to be conducted on November 22, 2026. Admit cards for the offline OMR-based test will be released on November 12, 2026.
Candidates are advised to cross-check the latest information on the official website before applying.
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