- Master's Degree (Postgraduate/Nishnat Upadhi) with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade in point scale) in Psychology or an allied/relevant subject from a recognized Indian University or an accredited foreign university.
- Candidates must have qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or CSIR, or an equivalent test accredited by UGC (such as SLET/SET). Please note that only SET qualification from Madhya Pradesh Government is valid; SET/SLET from other states will not be accepted.
- Exemption for PhD Holders: Candidates holding a Ph.D. degree as per UGC Regulations 2009 (or subsequent regulations notified by UGC) are exempt from the NET/SLET/SET requirement, provided they meet the following conditions:
- The Ph.D. degree must have been awarded in a regular mode.
- The Ph.D. thesis must have been evaluated by at least two external examiners.
- An open Ph.D. viva-voce examination must have been conducted.
- The candidate must have published at least two research papers from their Ph.D. work, with at least one in a refereed journal.
- The candidate must have presented at least two papers based on their Ph.D. work in conferences/seminars sponsored/funded by UGC/ICSSR/CSIR or similar agencies.
- Relaxation in Marks: A 5% relaxation (i.e., 50% instead of 55%) in the Master's degree is provided for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Persons with Disabilities (PwD) candidates of Madhya Pradesh domicile.
- A 5% relaxation (i.e., 50% instead of 55%) in the Master's degree is also provided to Ph.D. holders who obtained their Master's degree before September 19, 1991.
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Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission Assistant Professor Psychology Recruitment 2026 - 10 Vacancies
Assistant Professor Psychology
Vacancies
10
Pay Scale
Level 10 (Rs. 57,700)
Age Limit
21-40 years as on 01-01-2026
Job Location
Important Dates
Published
Dec. 30, 2025
2
Starts
Feb. 27, 2026
3
Deadline
Mar. 26, 2026
4
Exam Date
Jul. 12, 2026
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Job Analysis
AI-generated insights
Best-Fit Profile
This role is most suitable for candidates holding a Master's degree in Psychology or an allied subject, who are NET/SLET/SET qualified, or possess a UGC-compliant Ph.D. degree. Individuals with domicile in Madhya Pradesh will particularly benefit from various reservation and age relaxation provisions. Guest faculty with prior teaching experience in Madhya Pradesh government colleges can leverage their experience for age relaxation benefits.
Important Considerations
Candidates who are not domicile of Madhya Pradesh will be considered under the unreserved category and will not be eligible for any age relaxations or reservations. Applicants lacking the specified Master's degree with minimum marks and NET/SET/Ph.D. qualification, as per UGC norms, are not eligible. Individuals exceeding the age of 40 (or 45 with applicable relaxations) as on January 1, 2026, should not apply.
Career Impact
This is a permanent, Group B Gazetted position within the Higher Education Department of the Government of Madhya Pradesh, offering a stable and respected career path in state academia. While the total number of vacancies is limited to 10, indicating a competitive selection process, securing this role offers significant institutional prestige and opportunities for long-term professional growth within the state's public service.
Note: This is a helpful, AI-generated overview designed to save you time. Always refer to the official PDF notification for complete and final details.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Age Limit Details
- General Relaxation: The maximum age limit is relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC, Persons with Disabilities (PwD), Government/Corporation/Board/Autonomous Body employees, Urban Soldiers, and women (both unreserved and reserved categories) who are domicile of Madhya Pradesh.
- Ex-Servicemen: Ex-servicemen may deduct their period of complete defense service from their age. However, the resulting age, after deduction, should not exceed 3 years beyond the maximum age limit.
- Incentive Awardees: Candidates who have received incentive awards under the Inter-Caste Marriage Promotion Scheme or Vikram Award are eligible for a 5-year age relaxation.
- Guest Faculty (Atithi Vidwan): Specific age eligibility and relaxation rules apply to guest faculty of Madhya Pradesh Government colleges as per Appendix-6.
- Overall Limit: Irrespective of all relaxations, the maximum age limit for any category shall not exceed 45 years.
- All reservations and age relaxations are exclusively for candidates who are domicile of Madhya Pradesh. Candidates from other states will be considered under the unreserved category without any age relaxation benefits.
Salary & Pay Scale
The position offers a reasonable entry pay of Rs. 57,700 at Academic Level 10.
Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)
- UR2
- SC2
- ST2
- OBC3
- EWS1
Total Vacancies10
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online through the official websites: www.mponline.gov.in and www.mppsc.mp.gov.in.
- The application window is from February 27, 2026, to March 26, 2026 (until 12:00 AM). Candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline to avoid late fees.
- Only online applications will be accepted; no other mode of application will be considered.
- Photo and Signature Requirements: Candidates must upload a recent passport-sized color photograph and scanned signature. Ensure the photo is clear, taken with a relaxed expression, looking straight into the camera, with no reflections on glasses (if worn), and a light/white background. Caps, dark glasses, and selfies are not permitted. Religious attire is allowed if it does not cover the face.
- Application Correction: An error correction window will be available from March 2, 2026, to March 28, 2026, with a fee of ₹50/- per correction session. Note that corrections to the candidate's name will not be allowed.
- Candidates are advised to thoroughly review all details entered in the application form before final submission. After submission, a 'Proceed for Payment' button will appear. The application will be considered complete only after successful payment, and a payment receipt with the application number must be printed and retained for future reference.
- For detailed instructions on filling the online application form and payment, candidates should refer to Appendix-3.
Application Fee
- Application Fee:
- For Domicile Candidates of Madhya Pradesh (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD): ₹250/-
- For All Other Categories (including candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh): ₹500/-
- Late Application Fee:
- Applications submitted between 27.03.2026 and 02.04.2026 (12:00 AM) will incur a late fee of ₹3,000/-.
- Applications submitted between 03.04.2026 and 17.06.2026 (12:00 AM) will incur a late fee of ₹25,000/-.
- Error Correction Fee: A fee of ₹50/- per session will be charged for rectifying errors in the application form.
- Payment can be made through Credit Card, Debit Card, or Internet Banking, or via authorized MP Online kiosks.
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Job Analysis
AI-generated insights
Best-Fit Profile
This role is most suitable for candidates holding a Master's degree in Psychology or an allied subject, who are NET/SLET/SET qualified, or possess a UGC-compliant Ph.D. degree. Individuals with domicile in Madhya Pradesh will particularly benefit from various reservation and age relaxation provisions. Guest faculty with prior teaching experience in Madhya Pradesh government colleges can leverage their experience for age relaxation benefits.
Important Considerations
Candidates who are not domicile of Madhya Pradesh will be considered under the unreserved category and will not be eligible for any age relaxations or reservations. Applicants lacking the specified Master's degree with minimum marks and NET/SET/Ph.D. qualification, as per UGC norms, are not eligible. Individuals exceeding the age of 40 (or 45 with applicable relaxations) as on January 1, 2026, should not apply.
Career Impact
This is a permanent, Group B Gazetted position within the Higher Education Department of the Government of Madhya Pradesh, offering a stable and respected career path in state academia. While the total number of vacancies is limited to 10, indicating a competitive selection process, securing this role offers significant institutional prestige and opportunities for long-term professional growth within the state's public service.
Note: This is a helpful, AI-generated overview designed to save you time. Always refer to the official PDF notification for complete and final details.
Official Links
72h Deadline Tracker
Free ExtensionNever miss closing dates on SSC & UPSC portals • Real-time alerts & zero fake links
Get Extension →
Prepare Your Application Documents
🔒 100% Secure & In-Browser: Filling out the application form? Use these free utilities to easily format and compress your uploads. All tools process files locally in your browser—nothing is ever uploaded to our servers.
Smart Image Resizer
Compress photo/signature to exact KB limits (e.g. 20-50KB) for SSC, UPSC.
Passport Photo Maker
Crop and tile photos into printable A4 or 4x6 sheet grids.
Signature Extractor
Remove gray shadows & shadows from signature photos.
Image to PDF Combiner
Merge multiple marksheets/certificates into a single lightweight PDF.
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