The MPPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026 offers 71 vacancies for Assistant Director posts under the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC). Interested candidates can apply online from April 25, 2026, to May 24, 2026, at the MPPSC website (mppsc.mp.gov.in) .
Details for MPPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026: Organization Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) Post Name Assistant Director Total Vacancies 71 Posts Application Mode Online Age Limit 21 to 40 years Online Registration Start Date 25 April 2026 Last Date for Application 24 May 2026 Official Website mppsc.mp.gov.in
Vacancy Details: Name of Posts No of Posts Assistant Director, Farmer Welfare & Agriculture Development Department (Field & Extension) 71 nos
Eligibility Criteria: Qualification & Experience: Candidates must possess a Graduate degree in Agriculture from a recognized University Knowledge of Hindi at the High School level (Class 10) is mandatory Candidates should have studied Hindi or Sanskrit at the matriculation level or above Degree must be from UGC recognized University or Institution Essential Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or allied subjects from recognized University Hindi language proficiency at the Class 10 level or equivalent Valid domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh (for reserved category candidates) Must fulfil all the conditions mentioned in the notification Desirable Experience in agricultural extension work Knowledge of farming practices and rural development Working knowledge of agricultural schemes and programs Computer proficiency and MS Office knowledge Experience No prior experience is mandatory for direct recruitment candidates Fresh agriculture graduates can apply Relevant field experience in agriculture extension will be an added advantage Experience in government agricultural departments will be preferred Age Limit: Minimum Age: 21 yearsMaximum Age: 40 yearsAge Calculation Date: 01.01.2026Age Relaxation: SC/ST Candidates: 5 years relaxationOBC Candidates: 3 years relaxationPwD Candidates (Unreserved): 10 years relaxationPwD Candidates (OBC): 13 years relaxationPwD Candidates (SC/ST): 15 years relaxationEx-Servicemen: Actual service rendered in Armed Forces plus 3 yearsWomen Candidates (Unreserved): 5 years relaxationWomen Candidates (OBC): 8 years relaxationWomen Candidates (SC/ST): 10 years relaxationMP Domicile Candidates: Age relaxation as per state government rulesUpper age limit may be relaxed for candidates as per Government of Madhya Pradesh orders Application Fee: Category Application Fee Portal Charges Total Amount UR/OBC/EWS Candidates Rs. 500/- Rs. 50/- Rs. 3,000/- SC/ST/PwD Candidates of MP Rs. 250/- Rs. 50/- Rs. 250/-
Selection Process: The selection will be conducted through a competitive examination process Preliminary Examination: Objective type examination with multiple choice questionsTotal Questions: 100 questionsTotal Marks: 200 marksExamination Duration: 2 hoursNegative Marking: 1/3 marks will be deducted for each wrong answerQualifying Nature: The preliminary examination is of qualifying natureCandidates who qualify the preliminary examination will be eligible for the main examination Main Examination: Written examination on subjects related to agriculture and extensionInterview/Personality Test: Qualified candidates from main examination will be called for interviewFinal selection will be based on the combined performance in main examination and interview Merit list will be prepared category-wise based on total marks obtained Selected candidates will be appointed subject to verification of documents and medical fitness How to Apply: Step 1: Visit the official website www.mppsc.mp.gov.in or www.mponline.gov.inStep 2: Click on “Online Application” link for Assistant Director (Farmer Welfare) Examination 2026Step 3: New candidates must first register by clicking on “New Registration”Step 4: Provide basic details like name, father’s name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile numberStep 5: Create a password and complete the registration processStep 6: After successful registration, login using Registration ID and passwordStep 7: Fill in the application form with all required details carefullyStep 8: Upload scanned photograph (passport size colored), signature, and other required documentsStep 9: Select examination center preference from the available optionsStep 10: Verify all entered information thoroughly before final submissionStep 11: Submit the application form after verificationStep 12: After submission, click on “Proceed for Payment”Step 13: Pay the application fee online through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPIStep 14: After successful payment, application status will show “Payment Done”Step 15: Take a printout of the submitted application form and payment receiptStep 16: Keep the printout and payment receipt safely for future referenceStep 17: Regularly check the official website for updates regarding admit card and examinationImportant Dates: Application Start Date: 25 April 2026Application End Date: 24 May 2026Correction Window Opens : 30 April 2026 to 26 May 2026Correction Fee Payment Date : 25 May 2026 to 31 May 2026Final Submission Date: 01 June 2026 to 28 October 2026Admit Card Download Date : 12 November 2026Preliminary Examination Date: 22 November 2026Important Links: