MPPSC Assistant Professor (Zoology) Exam 2025 – Eligibility, Dates & Full Details
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released Advertisement No. 26/2025 dated 30 December 2025 for the recruitment of Assistant Professor (Zoology) under the Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for qualified candidates to join as faculty members in the field of Zoology.
📅 Important Dates and Schedule
- Application Start Date: 02 September 2026
- Application End Date: 23 September 2026
- Exam Date: 18 October 2026 (Sunday)
- Admit Card Availability: 08 October 2026
- Error Correction Window: 07 September 2026 to 25 September 2026
🧾 Application Process
Candidates can apply online through the official MPPSC portals: www.mppsc.mp.gov.in and www.mponline.gov.in. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
Applicants must ensure that all required documents are uploaded correctly and that the payment status shows “Payment Done.” The fee can be paid via credit/debit card, internet banking, or authorized MP Online kiosks. No refunds will be issued for excess or incorrect payments.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualifications
To be eligible for the Assistant Professor (Zoology) post, candidates must meet the following academic requirements:
- Master’s Degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) from a recognized Indian or accredited foreign university.
- Must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC/CSIR or equivalent examinations such as SET/SLET recognized by UGC.
- Candidates possessing a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC Regulations 2009 or later are exempted from the NET/SLET/SET requirement.
- For reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD), a relaxation of 5% marks in the qualifying examination is applicable.
🔬 Ph.D. Exemption and Research Requirements
Ph.D. holders must fulfill specific conditions such as evaluation by at least two external examiners, publication of two research papers (one in a refereed journal), and presentation of two papers in recognized conferences or seminars. These must be certified by the university authorities.
🧍 Employment Registration Guidelines
- Non-residents of Madhya Pradesh are exempted from employment registration as per High Court order dated 08 March 2022.
- MP residents must submit a valid employment registration certificate before the interview.
- Government employees must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their department, while private employees must submit a service certificate from their institution.
🕒 Age Calculation and Relaxation
Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026. The date of birth mentioned in the candidate’s 10th-grade mark sheet will be considered final. Age relaxations are applicable as per MP government norms for reserved categories.
✏️ Examination Pattern and Centers
The MPPSC Assistant Professor (Zoology) Exam 2025 will be conducted in two papers on the same day:
| Paper | Subject | Time | Center |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Indore |
| Paper II | Zoology (Subject Specific) | 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM | Indore |
⚠️ Key Instructions for Candidates
- All eligibility conditions must be fulfilled by the last date of application (23 September 2026).
- EWS certificates must belong to the financial year 2026–2027.
- Applications with incorrect or false information will be rejected, and candidates may be debarred from future MPPSC exams.
- Error correction is allowed only within the specified window with a fee of ₹50 per correction.
✅ Final Note
The MPPSC Assistant Professor (Zoology) Exam 2025 offers a prestigious opportunity for qualified educators to join the Higher Education Department of Madhya Pradesh. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully, prepare their documents, and apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
