MPPSC Assistant Professor Yogic Science Recruitment 2026

Key Highlights

• Permanent, gazetted (Rajpatrith) post in MP Government Colleges
• UGC Academic Pay Matrix Level 10 — starting pay Rs. 57,700/month
• Freshers can apply — no prior teaching experience needed
• PhD holders under UGC 2009 regulations are exempt from NET/SLET/SET
• Only MP Government SET is accepted — other states' SET/SLET not valid
• 2-year probation period after appointment

Selection Process

You will go through a written exam (OMR-based, offline) followed by an interview. The written exam has two papers — Paper I on General Studies and Paper II on Yogic Science — for a total of 800 marks. Top candidates (3 times the number of vacancies per category) are called for the interview worth 100 marks. Your final merit is based on the combined score out of 900 marks. Note that there is negative marking, so avoid random guessing.

Preparation Tips for MPPSC Assistant Professor Yogic Science Exam

• Download the official syllabus from mppsc.mp.gov.in — it is published separately as Part H of the notification
• Paper II (Yogic Science) carries 600 marks — give it maximum preparation time
• Paper I (General Studies) has 50 questions for 200 marks in just 1 hour — practice speed and accuracy
• You get about 72 seconds per question in Paper I and 72 seconds per question in Paper II — take timed mock tests
• Focus on current affairs from the last 6 months for the General Studies paper
• Practice with previous MPPSC Assistant Professor question papers available on the official website

Exam Centers

The exam will be held in 4 cities: Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, and Jabalpur. If you are an MP domicile candidate, you can choose 2 preferred centers. Out-of-state candidates are assigned Indore only.

Documents You'll Need

Key documents to keep ready:

• MP Domicile Certificate (issued on or before 26 March 2026)
• PG degree and marksheets in Yogic Science with minimum 55% marks
• UGC NET/MP SET/PhD certificate (as applicable for eligibility)
• Live Employment Registration from MP Employment Office (before interview)
• Category certificate for SC/ST/OBC (MP-issued only — other state certificates not accepted)

See the complete document list in the section below.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A. The last date to apply is 26 March 2026 (midnight). Late applications are accepted up to 2 April 2026 with Rs. 3,000 extra fee, and up to 17 June 2026 with Rs. 25,000 extra fee.

Q. What qualification is needed for MPPSC Assistant Professor Yogic Science?

A. You need a Postgraduate degree in Yogic Science with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) plus UGC NET or MP Government SET. PhD holders under UGC 2009 regulations are exempt from NET/SET.

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

A. Yes, there is negative marking in the MPPSC Assistant Professor written exam. The exam is OMR-based (offline) with objective-type questions.

Q. What is the exam pattern for MPPSC Assistant Professor Yogic Science 2026?

A. The exam has Paper I (General Studies, 50 questions, 200 marks, 1 hour) and Paper II (Yogic Science, 150 questions, 600 marks, 3 hours), plus an interview of 100 marks. Total marks: 900.

• Teach Yogic Science subjects to undergraduate and postgraduate students in MP Government Colleges
• Prepare course material, lesson plans, and conduct lectures as per university curriculum
• Guide students in practical yoga sessions, research projects, and academic development
• Conduct and publish research in Yogic Science and related areas
• Participate in academic activities including seminars, workshops, and departmental meetings
• Evaluate student performance through exams, assignments, and internal assessments