MPPSC Assistant Director Agriculture Recruitment 2026

With 71 vacancies for a Gazetted Class II officer post, this is a strong opportunity for agriculture graduates looking to enter the MP state government. MPPSC is hiring Assistant Directors for the Farmer Welfare and Agriculture Development Department through a written exam and interview.

Key Highlights

• Gazetted Class II post — direct entry into MP state government officer cadre
• 71 vacancies with 25 seats reserved for women (MP domicile)
• No experience needed — freshers with the right degree can apply
• MP domicile is needed for reservation benefits and age relaxation
• Exam syllabus not yet published — check MPPSC website for updates
• Candidates with more than 2 living children (one born after 26.01.2001) are not eligible

Selection Process

You will go through a written exam first, followed by an interview and document verification. The written exam is OMR-based (offline) with multiple choice questions and negative marking. Candidates scoring in the top 3x of vacancies per category will be called for the interview. Your final rank depends on combined marks from both the written exam and interview.

Preparation Tips for MPPSC Assistant Director Agriculture Exam

• Keep checking the MPPSC Syllabus page — the detailed exam scheme and syllabus will be published soon
• Focus on your PG-level agriculture subjects — field extension, agronomy, soil science, and plant protection are likely areas
• Practice previous year MPPSC question papers to understand the OMR exam format and difficulty level
• Be careful with negative marking — skip questions you are not sure about to avoid losing marks
• Exam centres are in Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, and Jabalpur only — plan your travel in advance

Documents You'll Need

Key documents to keep ready:

• MP Domicile Certificate (issued on or before 24 May 2026, must have Goseal and Jawak number)
• BSc Agriculture degree + PG marksheets and certificates
• Caste certificate in prescribed MP format (for SC/ST/OBC — in father's name for married women)
• Non-Creamy Layer declaration for OBC candidates (MP domicile)
• Recent passport-size colour photo (white background, no selfie) and scanned signature

See the complete document list in the section below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the salary of Assistant Director Agriculture in MPPSC 2026?

A. The pay scale is PB-2 Rs. 15,600-39,100 with Grade Pay Rs. 5,400. The in-hand salary ranges from about Rs. 33,000 to Rs. 68,700 per month including DA, HRA, and other allowances.

Q. What is the last date to apply for MPPSC Assistant Director Agriculture 2026?

A. The last date to apply online is 24 May 2026. You can also pay the fee with a late fee of Rs. 3,000 up to 31 May 2026.

Q. Is there negative marking in the MPPSC Assistant Director exam?

A. Yes, negative marking applies for wrong answers in the OMR-based written exam. The exact deduction per question will be announced with the syllabus.

Q. What is the exam pattern for MPPSC Assistant Director Agriculture 2026?

A. The exam is OMR-based, offline, with objective-type (MCQ) questions. The detailed exam scheme, number of questions, total marks, and syllabus will be published shortly on the MPPSC website.

• Promote agricultural schemes and government programmes among farmers at the field level
• Provide technical guidance to farmers on crop management, soil health, and modern farming methods
• Monitor and report progress of agriculture development projects in the assigned area
• Coordinate with block and district level officers for scheme implementation
• Conduct field visits and extension activities to improve farming practices
• Maintain records and prepare reports on agricultural activities and outcomes