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MPPSC Assistant Professor History Recruitment 2026
Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission - Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh
Vacancies
56
Salary
₹57,700 - ₹182,400
Job Type
permanent
full time
Apply By
26 Mar 2026
About This Job
MPPSC has released notification for 56 Assistant Professor (History) posts in MP government colleges. Candidates with a Master's degree in History and UGC NET/MP SET/PhD can apply online. Salary starts at Rs. 57,700 per month under Academic Level 10. Last date to apply is 26 March 2026. Age limit is 21 to 40 years. Exam is scheduled for 12 July 2026.
Key Highlights
- Gazetted (Second Grade) permanent posts in MP government colleges
- UGC NET or MP SET mandatory -- other states' SET/SLET not accepted
- PhD holders (as per UGC 2009 rules) are exempt from NET/SET requirement
- 15 posts reserved for Atithi Vidwans (Guest Faculty) of MP government colleges
- 19 posts reserved for MP domicile women candidates
- 2-year probation period after joining
Selection Process
Your selection depends on two stages -- a written exam (OMR-based, offline) and an interview. The written exam carries 450 marks and the interview carries 100 marks, making the total 550 marks. Candidates scoring well in the exam will be shortlisted at 3 times the number of vacancies per category for the interview round.
Preparation Tips for MPPSC Assistant Professor History Exam
- Download the official syllabus from mppsc.mp.gov.in once it is published
- Focus more on Paper B (History) -- it carries 300 out of 450 marks
- For Paper A (General Knowledge), cover MP state affairs, national, and international current events from the last 6 months
- You get 180 minutes for 150 questions -- that is about 72 seconds per question, so practice time management
- Watch out for negative marking -- avoid random guessing on questions you are unsure about
- Take at least 5-10 mock tests to build speed and accuracy before the exam
Documents You'll Need
Key documents to keep ready:
- Master's degree marksheets and certificate in History (with minimum 55% marks)
- UGC NET / MP SET / PhD certificate (as proof of eligibility)
- MP Domicile Certificate (issued before 26 March 2026 -- needed for reservation benefits)
- MP Employment Office live registration certificate (for MP domicile candidates)
- Recent passport-size colour photo and scanned signature
See the complete document list in the section below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the last date to apply for MPPSC Assistant Professor History 2026?
A. The last date to apply is 26 March 2026. You can apply online through mppsc.mp.gov.in or mponline.gov.in. Late applications are accepted up to 17 June 2026 with an additional fee.
Q. What is the salary of MPPSC Assistant Professor History?
A. The starting salary is Rs. 57,700 per month under Academic Level 10 (7th CPC). The maximum pay can go up to Rs. 1,82,400 per month, plus DA, HRA, and other allowances.
Q. Is there negative marking in MPPSC Assistant Professor exam 2026?
A. Yes, negative marking is applicable in the MPPSC Assistant Professor written exam. The exam is OMR-based with 150 objective questions for 450 marks.
Q. Can I apply for MPPSC Assistant Professor without NET?
A. You need UGC NET or MP SET to be eligible. However, if you have a PhD awarded as per UGC Regulations 2009 (with published research papers and open viva), you are exempt from the NET/SET requirement.
Responsibilities
- Teach History courses to undergraduate and postgraduate students in MP government colleges
- Prepare course materials, lesson plans, and academic resources
- Conduct examinations and evaluate student performance
- Guide students in research projects and academic activities
- Participate in college administrative and departmental duties as assigned
- Engage in research and publish papers in academic journals
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Qualification
Master's degree in History or related subject with minimum 55% marks from a recognized university, plus UGC NET or MP SET or PhD (as per UGC 2009 regulations)
Preferred Qualification
PhD in History or related subject
Age Limit
21 - 40 years (as on 01 Jan 2026)
Age Relaxation:
- sc: 5
- st: 5
- obc: 5
- pwd: 5
- female: 5
- ex_serviceman: 3
Experience
Freshers can apply
Vacancy Details
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 15 |
| SC | 9 |
| ST | 11 |
| OBC | 15 |
| EWS | 6 |
| Total | 56 |
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 - 1,82,400)
Grade Pay
₹6,000
Allowances
DA (Dearness Allowance), HRA (House Rent Allowance), TA (Transport Allowance) as per MP State Government rules
Selection Process
- 1 Written Exam
- 2 Interview
- 3 Document Verification
Exam Pattern
How to Apply
Application Mode: online
Required Documents:
- Latest passport-size colour photograph (light/white background, no cap or dark glasses)
- Scanned signature (consistent across all documents)
- Class 10 (High School) marksheet
- Class 12 (Higher Secondary) marksheet
- All years' marksheets and degree certificates for qualifying qualifications (Bachelor's and Master's degree)
- UGC NET / MP SET / PhD certificate
- MP Domicile / Local Residency Certificate (issued before 26 March 2026, with gol seal, issuing officer name, and registration number)
- Caste certificate for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC -- issued by competent authority under MP State Government format, before 26 March 2026)
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer declaration form (for OBC candidates)
- EWS certificate (valid for financial year 2025-26, issued before 26 March 2026)
- MP Employment Office live registration certificate (for MP domicile candidates)
- PwBD Disability certificate from District Medical Board via UDID portal (dated on/after 01 June 2021)
- NOC or undertaking letter for government employees
- Atithi Vidwan (Guest Faculty) undertaking letter (if applicable)
- Ex-serviceman service documents and service record (if applicable, issued before 26 March 2026)
- Identity proof -- Aadhaar card, Voter ID, PAN card, Passport, or Driving License
- Affidavit for married women (name change after marriage)
- Experience certificate and experience calculation form (as per Appendix 7)
- Attendance sheet -- 1 original copy
- Personal details form -- 1 original + 5 photocopies
- Attestation form -- 3 original copies
- Declaration (not debarred from any exam/selection) -- 1 original
On This Page
Important Dates
Notification
30 Dec 2025
Application Start
27 Feb 2026
Last Date to Apply
26 Mar 2026
Admit Card
02 Jul 2026
Exam Date
12 Jul 2026
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