MPPSC ADPO Recruitment 2026: Notification, Vacancy, and Exam Schedule
MPPSC ADPO Recruitment 2026: Notification, Vacancy, and Exam Schedule
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released the official notification (Advt. No. 03/2026) for the recruitment of Assistant District Public Prosecution Officers (ADPO) for the Home Department. Candidates can apply online through the official MPPSC website.
📅 Important Dates
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Event |
Date |
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Advertisement Date |
March 10, 2026 |
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Online Application Starts |
April 9, 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply (Without Late Fee) |
May 8, 2026 |
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Correction Window |
April 14, 2026 – May 10, 2026 |
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Admit Card Release Date |
October 8, 2026 |
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Examination Date |
October 18, 2026 |
🔢 Vacancy Distribution (Total: 17 Posts)
The category-wise breakdown for the 17 available positions is as follows:
Unreserved (UR): 05
SC: 03
ST: 04
OBC: 03
EWS: 02
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Essential: A Law Degree (LLB) or equivalent from a recognized university.
- Preference: Candidates with a First Class degree, 2 years of Bar experience, or higher legal qualifications will receive preference in case of a tie.
Age Limit (As of January 1, 2027)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years.
- Maximum Age: 40 Years (for General/Unreserved).
- Relaxation: Up to 5 years relaxation is provided for SC, ST, OBC, Women, and Government employees, up to a maximum age of 45.
Application & Late Fees
Standard Fees
SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwD (MP Domicile): ₹250/-
UR & Candidates Outside MP: ₹500/-
Note: All applicants must pay an additional portal fee of ₹40/
Late Application Provisions
If you miss the initial deadline, you can still apply with a penalty:
- May 9 to May 15: ₹3,000/- late fee.
- May 16 to Sept 23: ₹25,000/- late fee.
📝 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in two main phases:
- Written Exam: An OMR-based objective test with negative marking.
- Interview: Successful candidates will be called for a 100-mark interview based on a 3:1 ratio of vacancies.
- Interview: Successful candidates will be called for a 100-mark interview based on a 3:1 ratio of vacancies.
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📍 Important Instructions
- Work Location: Selected candidates will serve as Class-II Gazetted officers at District or Tehsil levels in MP.
- Employment Registration: MP residents must provide a live Employment Exchange (Rojgar Panjiyan) certificate by the time of the interview.
- Provisional Result: Following government policy, the result will be released in two parts: 87% (Main) and 13% (Provisional).
Official Website for Application: www.mppsc.mp.gov.in