Overview
Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) is inviting applications for 39 Assistant Town Planner positions. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified professionals to build a career in urban planning and development. The positions are permanent government roles offering competitive salaries and benefits. Candidates with relevant degrees in planning or architecture can apply through the online portal.
🏢Organization
Organization Name: Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC)
Organization Type: Government Commission
State: Madhya Pradesh
Official Website: www.mppsc.mp.gov.in
Exam Location: Indore, Madhya Pradesh
📊Total Vacancies: 39 Posts
MPPSC is offering 39 permanent positions for Assistant Town Planner. The vacancies are distributed across different categories to ensure equal opportunities for all eligible candidates.
Vacancy Distribution:
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 10 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 8 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 11 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 4 |
| Total | 39 |
Note: Horizontal reservations for women and PWD candidates are also applicable within each category.
💼Post Type & Job Details
Position
Assistant Town Planner
Service Type
Permanent Government Position
Department
Urban Development & Planning
Location
Madhya Pradesh (Various Cities)
🎯Job Type
Employment Type: Permanent / Regular Government Job
Service Class: Rajpatrit Dwitiya Shreni (Gazetted Second Class)
This is a permanent position with job security, benefits, and promotion opportunities as per government rules.
📝Application Mode
Application Method: Online Only
Eligible candidates must apply through the official MPPSC online portal. No offline applications are accepted.
🌐Official Website
Website: www.mppsc.mp.gov.in
📅Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 02 February 2026 |
| Start of Online Application | 20 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 19 March 2026 (12:00 Midnight) |
| Late Fee Application | 20 March – 26 March 2026 (₹3,000) |
| Extended Late Fee | 27 March – 26 August 2026 (₹25,000) |
| Admit Card Release | 10 September 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | 20 September 2026 |
🎓Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications from a recognized institution:
Acceptable Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Planning – 4 years duration from recognized university
- Master’s Degree (M.Plan) in one of the following specializations:
- Town Planning
- Urban Planning
- City Planning
- Housing Planning
- Rural Planning
- Infrastructure Planning
- Regional Planning
- Traffic & Transportation Planning
- Landscape Architecture
- Urban Design
- Environmental Planning
- A.I.T.P. Examination Passed – All India Town Planners Examination
Important Notes:
- B.E. or M.E. in Traffic & Transportation is NOT acceptable
- All qualifications must be from recognized institutions
- Degrees should be completed by the application deadline
⏳Age Limit (As on 01 January 2027)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | 21 years | 40 years (not completed) |
| SC / ST | 21 years | 45 years (not completed) |
| PWD Category | 21 years | Age relaxation as per rules |
Age Calculation: Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2027 based on High School marksheet. Age relaxation applicable to SC/ST/PWD/Ex-Servicemen as per government rules.
💰Salary & Benefits (Per Month)
Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
Pay Band: Rajpatrit Dwitiya Shreni / Gazetted Second Class
Benefits Include:
- Basic Salary with Grade Pay
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical Benefits for self and family
- Provident Fund (EPF)
- Pension Scheme
- Leave Benefits (CL, EL, RH, SH)
- Government Accommodation (where applicable)
Note: Exact salary varies based on grade pay and allowances as per Madhya Pradesh Government rules. Initial salary typically around ₹56,100 with increments based on years of service.
🎯Selection Process
The selection process consists of a single-stage written examination followed by document verification:
Selection Stages:
- Written Examination (OMR-based): Objective type exam with negative marking
- Shortlisting: Top 3 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) selected based on exam marks
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates called for personal interview
- Document Verification: Original documents verified before final appointment
- Final Merit List: Prepared based on combined marks from written exam and interview
Exam Details:
- Mode: OMR-based Objective Examination
- Exam Centre: Indore, Madhya Pradesh
- Negative Marking: Applicable (check official notification)
- Exam Date: 20 September 2026
📑How to Apply
The application process is entirely online. Follow these steps carefully:
Step-by-Step Application Process:
- Visit Official Portal: Go to www.mppsc.mp.gov.in
- Register: Create an account with valid email and mobile number
- Fill Application Form: Enter all personal, educational, and professional details carefully
- Upload Documents: Upload recent photograph and scanned documents as per specifications
- Choose Category: Select appropriate category (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) for which you are eligible
- Pay Application Fee: Submit fee online via credit/debit card, net banking, or MP Online kiosk
- Submit Application: Complete submission by 19 March 2026, 12:00 Midnight
- Take Printout: Print and save your application for future reference
Application Fee (Non-refundable):
- General/OBC Candidates: Regular fee (check official notification)
- SC/ST/PWD/EWS: Reduced fee as applicable
- Payment Mode: Online (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking) or MP Online Kiosk cash
- Late Fee (20-26 March): ₹3,000 additional
- Extended Late Fee (27 March – 26 Aug): ₹25,000 additional
Important: Ensure all details are filled correctly. Corrections can be made in the correction window with ₹50 per error. Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected.
⚙️Key Documents Required
Keep the following documents ready before applying. Original documents will be required at the time of document verification:
Essential Documents:
- High School/10th Certificate (for age proof)
- Bachelor’s Degree Certificate & Mark Sheet (or higher qualification)
- Master’s Degree Certificate & Mark Sheet (if applicable)
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates) – issued by authorized officer
- Valid Photo ID (Aadhar, Voter ID, PAN, Driving License, Passport)
- Recent Passport-size Photograph (JPG/PNG format, specific dimensions as per requirements)
- A.I.T.P. Examination Certificate (if passed)
- MP Domicile Certificate (if claiming reserved category benefit)
- PWD Certificate (if PWD candidate) – issued from government hospital
- EWS Certificate (if claiming EWS benefit)
- Employment Registration Certificate (for MP residents, if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate from current employer (if employed)
- Two-Child Norm Declaration (if applicable)
Important Notes:
- All documents must be self-attested photocopies when uploaded online
- Original documents required for verification after selection
- Documents must be clear and legible for processing
- MP domicile required for reserved category candidates
