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MPPSC Assistant Professor Geography Recruitment 2026
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MPPSC Assistant Professor Geography Recruitment 2026

Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) - Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh

Vacancies

74

Salary

₹57,700 - ₹182,400

Job Type

permanent

full time

Apply By

26 Mar 2026

About This Job

MPPSC has released notification for 74 Assistant Professor (Geography) posts. Candidates with a Master's degree in Geography with 55% marks and NET/SET/Ph.D. can apply online. Last date to apply is 26 March 2026. Age limit is 21 to 40 years. Salary starts at Rs. 57,700 per month under Academic Level 10.

Key Highlights

  • Gazetted Second Class post with 2-year probation period
  • Posting in MP government colleges across the state
  • Ph.D. holders are exempt from NET/SET requirement (as per UGC 2009 regulations)
  • Only MP-conducted SET is valid -- SET from other states not accepted
  • Reservations and age relaxation apply only to MP domicile candidates
  • Late applications accepted until 17 June 2026 with additional fee up to Rs. 25,000

Selection Process

Selection is through a two-paper written exam (OMR-based, offline) followed by an interview. Paper 1 tests General Knowledge (200 marks) and Paper 2 tests Geography specialization (600 marks), with an interview worth 100 marks -- making the total 900 marks. Candidates scoring in the top 3x of advertised vacancies get shortlisted for the interview. There is negative marking, so avoid random guessing.

Preparation Tips for MPPSC Assistant Professor Geography Exam

  • Download the official syllabus from mppsc.mp.gov.in -- Paper 1 covers Indian History, MP culture, Geography, and Current Affairs
  • Paper 2 carries 600 out of 900 marks -- spend most of your preparation time on Geography specialization
  • You get 60 minutes for 50 questions in Paper 1 (about 72 seconds per question) and 180 minutes for 150 questions in Paper 2 (about 72 seconds per question)
  • Practice previous year MPPSC Assistant Professor papers available on the official website
  • Focus on current affairs from the last 6 months for the GK paper
  • Take at least 5-10 mock tests to improve your speed and accuracy on OMR sheets

Documents You'll Need

Key documents to keep ready:

  • Master's degree marksheets and certificate in Geography
  • NET/SET/SLET qualifying certificate (or Ph.D. degree if claiming exemption)
  • MP Domicile Certificate (mandatory for claiming reservation or age relaxation)
  • Category certificate -- SC/ST/OBC/EWS as applicable (with seal and Javak number)
  • Latest passport-size color photograph (light/white background, no selfies)

See the complete document list in the section below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for MPPSC Assistant Professor Geography 2026?

A. The last date to apply online is 26 March 2026. You can also submit a late application until 17 June 2026 by paying an additional late fee.

Q. What qualification is needed for MPPSC Assistant Professor Geography?

A. You need a Master's degree in Geography with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) plus NET/SET qualification. Ph.D. holders as per UGC 2009 regulations are exempt from NET/SET.

Q. Is there negative marking in MPPSC Assistant Professor exam 2026?

A. Yes, there is negative marking in both Paper 1 and Paper 2. The exam is OMR-based objective type with multiple choice questions.

Q. What is the salary of Assistant Professor in MPPSC?

A. The starting salary is Rs. 57,700 per month under Academic Level 10 (7th Pay Commission). The maximum pay can go up to Rs. 1,82,400 per month, plus DA, HRA, and other allowances.

Responsibilities

  • Teach Geography subjects to undergraduate and postgraduate students in MP government colleges
  • Prepare and deliver lectures, conduct tutorials, and evaluate student assignments
  • Guide research scholars and supervise academic projects
  • Participate in curriculum development and academic planning activities
  • Conduct research and publish papers in Geography and related fields
  • Perform administrative duties as assigned by the college or university

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Qualification

Master's degree in Geography with 55% marks + NET/SET/Ph.D.

Preferred Qualification

Ph.D. in Geography from a recognized university

Age Limit

21 - 40 years (as on 01 Jan 2026)

Age Relaxation:

  • SC/ST (MP domicile): 5 years
  • OBC (MP domicile): 5 years
  • PwBD: 5 years
  • Women: 5 years
  • Government employees: 5 years
  • Ex-Servicemen: Service period minus 3 years (max 3 years beyond upper limit)
  • Note: Overall max age cannot exceed 45 years after all relaxations

Vacancy Details

Category Posts
General (UR) 20
SC 12
ST 15
OBC 20
EWS 7
Total 74

Application Fee

Category Fee
General ₹500.00
OBC ₹250.00
SC ₹250.00
ST ₹250.00
EWS ₹250.00
PwD ₹250.00

* Fee payment may be subject to additional bank charges

Salary & Compensation

Pay Scale

Academic Level 10 (Rs. 57,700 - Rs. 1,82,400) - 7th Pay Commission UGC Pay Matrix

Allowances

Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA) as per MP government rules

Selection Process

  1. 1 Written Exam
  2. 2 Interview

Exam Pattern

The written exam has 2 papers (OMR-based, offline, objective type): Paper 1 - General Knowledge: - Questions: 50 - Marks: 200 (4 marks per question) - Duration: 1 hour - Topics: Indian History, MP Cultural Heritage, Indian & World Geography, Current Affairs Paper 2 - Geography (Subject Specialization): - Questions: 150 - Marks: 600 (4 marks per question) - Duration: 3 hours Interview: 100 marks Total: 200 questions, 900 marks (800 written + 100 interview) Note: Negative marking applies. Top 3x candidates (based on merit in written exam) are called for interview.

How to Apply

Application Mode: online

Required Documents:

  • Latest passport-size color photograph (light/white background, no selfies, no hat or dark glasses)
  • Scanned signature
  • High School (Class 10) marksheet
  • Higher Secondary (Class 12) marksheet
  • Master's degree marksheets and certificate in Geography
  • NET/SET/SLET qualifying certificate
  • Ph.D. degree certificate (if claiming exemption from NET/SET)
  • MP Domicile / Local Resident Certificate (with seal, Javak number, date)
  • Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates (issued by MP government authorized officer)
  • OBC Non-Creamy Layer declaration
  • EWS certificate (valid for financial year 2025-26, issued before 26.03.2026)
  • PwBD certificate from District Medical Board (UDID portal certificate issued after 01.06.2021 mandatory)
  • NOC from department (for serving government employees)
  • Ex-Serviceman certificate (issued before 26.03.2026) with service record
  • Identity proof (Aadhaar card / Voter ID / PAN card / Bank passbook / Driving License)
  • Experience certificate and calculation certificate (as per Appendix-7)
  • Attestation form (Anupramaan Form) - 3 originals
  • Personal details form (Vyaktigat Vivaran) - 1 original + 5 photocopies
  • Declaration of not being debarred from any selection/exam
  • Divyangta Praman Patra (disability certificate) for PwBD candidates
  • Surname change affidavit after marriage (for female candidates, if applicable)
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Important Dates

Notification

30 Dec 2025

Application Start

27 Feb 2026

Last Date to Apply

26 Mar 2026

Last Fee Payment

26 Mar 2026

Admit Card

02 Jul 2026

Exam Date

12 Jul 2026

Job Locations

Sikkim

Categories

State PSC MPPSC (Madhya Pradesh) Teaching College/University

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