MPPSC Asst Prof Pol Sci Recruitment 2026 — 73 Vacancies

MPPSC is hiring 73 Assistant Professor (Political Science) posts for government colleges under the Higher Education Department, Madhya Pradesh. You need a Master's degree in Political Science with 55% marks and NET, CSIR NET, SET/SLET, or eligible PhD exemption. The current MPPSC apply page shows the online form window from 12 June 2026 to 26 June 2026. The post carries UGC Academic Level 10 entry pay of Rs. 57,700 per month.

Madhya Pradesh PSC Assistant Professor Political Science Recruitment 2026 - 73 Posts

Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) released Advt. No. 20/2025 dated 30 December 2025 for Assistant Professor Political Science posts. This is a permanent gazetted second-class teaching post in the Higher Education Department. The exam is scheduled for 2 August 2026, and admit cards are listed for release from 23 July 2026 on the MPPSC website.

Before applying, keep your Class 10 age proof, postgraduate mark sheets, NET/SET certificate or PhD documents, domicile certificate and category certificate ready for later verification. The notification says exam updates, detailed syllabus, answer key notices and result information will be placed on mppsc.mp.gov.in. If you claim reservation, age relaxation or fee concession, your proof must match Madhya Pradesh Government rules.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Total vacancies: 73 Assistant Professor Political Science posts
• UR: 19 posts
• SC: 12 posts
• ST: 15 posts
• OBC: 20 posts
• EWS: 7 posts
• Reserved within vacancies for MP government college guest scholars: UR 5, SC 3, ST 4, OBC 5, EWS 2
• Reserved within vacancies for MP domicile women candidates: UR 7, SC 4, ST 5, OBC 7, EWS 2
• PwD reservation: LD 2, VH 1, HH 1

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• Political Science qualification: You need a Master's degree in Political Science or a related/relevant subject with at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade from a recognised Indian university or an equivalent foreign university.
• NET/SET requirement: You must have cleared UGC NET, CSIR NET, or SET/SLET. MP SET-qualified candidates are valid for Madhya Pradesh posts; other-state SET/SLET qualifications are not treated as valid for these posts.
• PhD exemption: PhD holders can get exemption from NET/SET if the PhD meets the applicable UGC regulations mentioned in the notification.
• Marks relaxation: Eligible SC, ST, OBC, PwD and other notified categories can get 5% relaxation at postgraduate level as per rules.
• Domicile note: Reservation and age relaxation benefits are for Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates. Candidates from other states are treated as Unreserved for reservation purposes.

Age Limit

• You must have completed 21 years.
• You must not have completed 40 years.
• Age is calculated as on 01 January 2026.
• Age relaxation: SC, ST, OBC, PwD, women, government employees and other notified MP categories get relaxation as per Madhya Pradesh Government rules. Total age after relaxations cannot exceed 45 years.

Salary

• Entry pay: Rs. 57,700 per month
• Pay level: UGC Academic Level 10
• Post status: Permanent, gazetted second-class post
• Allowances: DA, HRA and other allowances will apply as per Madhya Pradesh Government and UGC pay rules.

Application Fee

• SC / ST / OBC non-creamy layer / EWS / PwD candidates of Madhya Pradesh: Rs. 250
• All other candidates, including non-MP candidates: Rs. 500
• Payment mode: Online through credit card, debit card, internet banking or MPOnline authorised services.
• Correction fee: Rs. 50 per correction session where correction is allowed.

Selection Process

The selection will be completed through written exam, interview and document verification.

1. Written Exam: The notification confirms an offline OMR-based objective exam with negative marking. The detailed exam plan and syllabus will be published separately on mppsc.mp.gov.in.
2. Shortlisting for Interview: Based on written exam marks, MPPSC can call candidates up to three times the advertised vacancies, including candidates with equal marks at the cutoff.
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates must attend the interview. If you are absent from the interview, you will not be considered for final selection.
4. Document Verification: MPPSC will verify qualification, NET/SET or PhD proof, age proof, domicile and category certificates before appointment.
5. Final Merit: Final selection will be prepared from written exam and interview marks.

How to Apply

1. Go to the MPPSC website at mppsc.mp.gov.in and open the Apply Online page.
2. Choose Assistant Professor (Political Science) Exam 2025 from the active recruitment list.
3. You will be redirected to the MPOnline application portal.
4. Fill your personal details, Political Science qualification, NET/SET or PhD details and category information carefully.
5. Upload the required photograph, signature and documents as asked in the form.
6. Pay the fee online and check that the payment status shows Payment Done.
7. Submit the form before 26 June 2026 and keep a printout for interview/document verification.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 30 December 2025
• Reopened Online Application Start: 12 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 26 June 2026
• Admit Card Available From: 23 July 2026
• Exam Date: 2 August 2026

• Teach Political Science subjects as per the approved university and college curriculum
• Prepare lesson plans, classroom notes, assignments and question papers
• Evaluate answer sheets, internal assessments, projects and student presentations
• Guide students in political theory, Indian polity, public administration and research work
• Participate in college committees, examinations, admissions and academic activities
• Conduct seminars, tutorials and mentoring sessions for students
• Follow UGC and Higher Education Department rules for teaching, attendance and evaluation