mppsc has officially released the MPPSC Exam Calendar 2026, providing clarity on upcoming recruitment examinations across various departments in Madhya Pradesh. Candidates preparing for state-level competitive exams can now plan their preparation strategically as the commission has also confirmed that detailed notifications will be issued soon.
MPPSC Exam Calendar 2026 – Overview
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (mppsc) has published a tentative examination calendar for 2026, covering nearly 10 major recruitment examinations. This calendar acts as an advance roadmap for aspirants preparing for State Services, Forest Services, Engineering Services, Assistant Professor, and other key posts.
Along with MPPSC, candidates should also stay alert for updates from mpesb (MP Employee Selection Board), earlier known as mp esb, as several recruitment processes in Madhya Pradesh are handled through both authorities.
MPPSC Exam Calendar 2026 – Important Dates
| Examination Name | Tentative Date |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Computer Science) Exam 2025 | 04 January 2026 |
| Assistant Director / Deputy Director / Principal (Class-II) Exam 2025 | 22 February 2026 |
| State Engineering Service Exam 2025 | 22 March 2026 |
| State Service & Forest Service Preliminary Exam 2026 | 26 April 2026 |
| Assistant Professor Exam 2026 – Phase I | 12 July 2026 |
| Assistant Professor Exam 2026 – Phase II | 02 August 2026 |
| Assistant Professor Exam 2026 – Phase III | 30 August 2026 |
| State Service Main Exam 2026 | 07–12 September 2026 |
| State Forest Service Main Exam 2026 | 27 September 2026 |
Important Note on State Service Main Examination 2025
According to mppsc, the State Service Main Examination 2025 will be conducted only after receiving directions from the Hon’ble High Court. Therefore, this examination remains subject to court orders, and candidates are advised not to rely on speculative dates.
Concerns Raised by Candidates on Interview Delays
Despite the announcement of the MPPSC Exam Calendar 2026, several candidates have raised concerns regarding delays in interview schedules. Aspirants who cleared written examinations for posts such as:
- Assistant Professor
- Dental Surgeon
- Mining Officer
- Assistant Director (Culture Department)
have reportedly been waiting for months without any official interview dates. This prolonged uncertainty has caused anxiety among candidates who are unable to plan their careers or prepare for subsequent stages.
MPPSC Response on Notifications & Interviews
In response, mppsc has clarified that recruitment advertisements (notifications) for various examinations will be released shortly. The commission also hinted that clarity regarding pending interview schedules may be provided along with upcoming notices.
How MPPSC & MPESB Aspirants Should Prepare
With the exam calendar now available, aspirants preparing through mppsc, mpesb, and mp esb should:
- Create a subject-wise preparation plan aligned with exam dates
- Focus on previous year question papers
- Regularly revise core subjects and optional papers
- Track official notifications to avoid misinformation
Official MPPSC Exam Calendar 2026 PDF
Candidates can download the official MPPSC Exam Calendar 2026 PDF from the commission’s website:
Download MPPSC Exam Calendar 2026 (Official PDF) 🡇
Final Advice for MPPSC Aspirants
The release of the mppsc exam calendar 2026 is a positive step towards transparency and structured preparation. However, since all dates are tentative and subject to administrative or legal changes, candidates must regularly visit the official MPPSC website for authentic updates.
Staying disciplined, updated, and focused will be key to cracking upcoming MPPSC and MPESB examinations successfully.