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MPPSC Assistant Professor Economics Recruitment 2026: 72 Vacancies
Important Dates
Published
Dec. 30, 2025
Starts
Mar. 27, 2026
Deadline
Apr. 26, 2026
Exam Date
Aug. 2, 2026
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Job Analysis
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Best-Fit Profile
Candidates with a Master's degree in Economics (or allied subjects) with 55% marks, who have qualified NET/SLET/SET or possess a Ph.D. as per UGC regulations. This role is ideal for those seeking a permanent Gazetted Class II position within the Madhya Pradesh state higher education system, offering a respectable pay scale and opportunities for academic contribution. Local candidates from Madhya Pradesh will benefit from age relaxations and reservation policies.
Important Considerations
Individuals without the mandatory postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject or without NET/SLET/SET/eligible Ph.D. should not apply. Those exceeding the age limit of 40 years (unreserved) without valid age relaxation are not suitable. Applicants from outside Madhya Pradesh will be considered only under the unreserved category and will not receive state-specific age relaxations or reservations. Candidates unwilling to serve a two-year probation period may also find this unsuitable.
Career Impact
This position offers a permanent, gazetted role within the Madhya Pradesh state government's higher education department, carrying significant academic prestige and job security. As an Assistant Professor, candidates can expect a stable career path, opportunities for teaching, research, and contribution to state education policy, with potential for growth within the academic hierarchy.
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.
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Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- A Master's degree in Economics or a relevant/allied/related subject from an Indian University with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale where a grading system is followed) or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.
- Additionally, candidates must have qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or CSIR, or an equivalent test accredited by UGC like SLET/SET.
- NET/SLET/SET Exemption: Candidates who have been awarded a Ph.D. degree in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016, or subsequent amendments, shall be exempted from the requirement of NET/SLET/SET for recruitment and appointment of Assistant Professor or equivalent positions in Universities/Colleges/Institutions. Specific conditions for Ph.D. are:
- Ph.D. degree awarded in regular mode only.
- Ph.D. thesis evaluated by at least two external examiners.
- An open Ph.D. viva voce conducted.
- Candidate has published at least two research papers from his/her Ph.D. work, with at least one in a referred journal.
- Candidate has presented at least two papers based on his/her Ph.D. work in conferences/seminars sponsored/funded/supported by UGC/ICSSR/CSIR or similar agencies.
- A 5% relaxation in marks (from 55% to 50%) at the Master's level is provided for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer)/Persons with Disabilities candidates who are Madhya Pradesh domiciliaries.
Age Limit Details
- General Age Limit: Minimum 21 years and maximum 40 years as on 01-01-2026.
- Age Relaxation: A 5-year relaxation in the maximum age limit will be provided to:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates of Madhya Pradesh
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates of Madhya Pradesh
- Other Backward Classes (OBC) (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates of Madhya Pradesh
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD) candidates of Madhya Pradesh
- Government/Corporation/Board/Autonomous institution employees of Madhya Pradesh
- Female candidates (Unreserved/Reserved) of Madhya Pradesh
- City soldiers (Nagar Sainik) of Madhya Pradesh
- Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation for ex-servicemen will be equal to their period of complete defense service plus 3 years.
- Guest Faculty (Atithi Vidwan): Up to 10 years relaxation in the maximum age limit based on teaching experience (one year for each academic session, up to a maximum of 10 years). This is in addition to the relaxations provided by the General Administration Department.
- Maximum Age Cap: Irrespective of any relaxations, the maximum age limit for any category will not exceed 45 years.
Salary & Pay Scale
Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)
- Unreserved (UR)19
- Scheduled Caste (SC)12
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)14
- Other Backward Classes (OBC)20
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS)7
How to Apply
- Prepare scanned copies of your latest passport-sized color photograph and signature. Ensure they are clear.
- Fill out the online application form carefully, ensuring all basic information (name, father's/mother's name, date of birth, category, gender) is correct. Review all entries thoroughly before submission.
- After submitting the form, a popup window will appear with your basic details. If any errors are found, use the 'Cancel' button to go back and correct them.
- Once satisfied, click 'OK' to submit the form. An application number will be generated (this will be 'Unpaid' at this stage).
- Click 'Proceed for Payment' and pay the application fee using Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.
- After successful payment, you will receive a confirmation with payment details ('Payment Done'). Print this confirmation and retain it for future correspondence.
- Online application forms submitted with a late fee will also be accepted up to July 08, 2026, but will incur additional late charges as specified.
- Correction in the application form is allowed online from April 02, 2026, to April 28, 2026, with a correction fee of ₹50 per session. No changes to the candidate's name are permitted during correction.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Late Fee 1 (27.04.2026 - 03.05.2026) | Late Fee 2 (04.05.2026 - 08.07.2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/PwD (Madhya Pradesh Domicile) | ₹250 | ₹3000 | ₹25000 |
| All other categories & candidates outside Madhya Pradesh | ₹500 | ₹3000 | ₹25000 |
| Correction Fee: ₹50 per correction session. |
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Best-Fit Profile
Candidates with a Master's degree in Economics (or allied subjects) with 55% marks, who have qualified NET/SLET/SET or possess a Ph.D. as per UGC regulations. This role is ideal for those seeking a permanent Gazetted Class II position within the Madhya Pradesh state higher education system, offering a respectable pay scale and opportunities for academic contribution. Local candidates from Madhya Pradesh will benefit from age relaxations and reservation policies.
Important Considerations
Individuals without the mandatory postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject or without NET/SLET/SET/eligible Ph.D. should not apply. Those exceeding the age limit of 40 years (unreserved) without valid age relaxation are not suitable. Applicants from outside Madhya Pradesh will be considered only under the unreserved category and will not receive state-specific age relaxations or reservations. Candidates unwilling to serve a two-year probation period may also find this unsuitable.
Career Impact
This position offers a permanent, gazetted role within the Madhya Pradesh state government's higher education department, carrying significant academic prestige and job security. As an Assistant Professor, candidates can expect a stable career path, opportunities for teaching, research, and contribution to state education policy, with potential for growth within the academic hierarchy.
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
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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