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Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released Advertisement No. 03/2025 for the post of Assistant Professor (Veda) under the Department of Higher Education. This vacancy is Reserved for Scheduled Tribe Candidates who are native to Madhya Pradesh. Interested candidates can apply online from 25 June 2025 to 10 July 2025.
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MPPSC Assistant Professor (Veda) Vacancy 2025
Important Date
- Application Start: 25 June 2025
- Last Date : 10 July 2025 (12:00 PM)
- Last Date of Fee: 10 July 2025 (12:00 PM)
- Correction Date: 30 June to 12 July 2025
- Exam Date: To be announced
- Admit Card: To be notified
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 45 Years
- Age Relaxation: Age relaxation as per MP Govt norms. Kindly Read Full Notification.
Application Fees
- ST (MP Resident): 250/-
- Online (Card/Net Banking) or MP Online Kiosk
Qualification
- Master’s degree with 55% in Veda or related discipline
- NET/SET conducted by UGC/CSIR or PhD under UGC 2009 norms
- Relaxation for reserved categories and older PhD holders as per rules
Full Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Applicant must be an Indian citizen |
| Domicile | Must belong to Scheduled Tribe category and be a native of Madhya Pradesh |
| Educational Qualification | Post Graduate degree in Veda or related subject with at least 55% marks (5% relaxation for ST/PWD/OBC (non-creamy layer)) |
| Mandatory Exam | NET/SET conducted by UGC/CSIR Exemption available for eligible PhD holders under UGC 2009 guidelines |
| PhD Exemption Criteria |
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| Age Limit | 21 to 45 years as on 01 Jan 2026 (Relaxation applicable as per MP Govt. norms) |
| Special Relaxations |
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| Employment Registration |
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Salary
| Post Name | Academic Level | Entry Pay | Pay Matrix |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Veda) | Level 10 | ₹57,700/- per month | As per UGC/MP Govt. norms |
- In addition to basic pay, Dearness Allowance (DA) and other admissible allowances will be applicable.
- Selected candidates will be appointed on a probation period of 2 years.
- Salary will be governed by Madhya Pradesh Government rules for higher education faculty.
- Academic Level 10 corresponds to UGC pay scale for Assistant Professors.
- Increment and seniority benefits will be applicable as per MPPSC and Higher Education Department guidelines.
Selection Process
- Written Examination (OMR-based, objective type, conducted at Indore exam centers)
- Shortlisting of candidates based on written exam marks (3 times the number of posts including tie cases)
- Interview for shortlisted candidates
- Document verification before final selection
- Final merit list based on combined marks of written test and interview
- Appointment subject to eligibility verification and compliance with reservation rules
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Mode | Type | Center | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | OMR-Based | Objective Type Questions | Indore | Subject-specific questions as per syllabus |
| Interview | Offline (In-person) | Panel-based | MPPSC Office | Only shortlisted candidates (3x of total posts) |
- The written exam will carry multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on the subject and general knowledge relevant to Assistant Professor (Veda).
- Minimum qualifying marks and category-wise cutoff will be decided post-exam.
- Final selection will be made on the basis of combined scores of written test and interview.
- If two or more candidates secure the same marks, all will be considered for the next stage.
- All instructions and syllabus updates will be published on the official MPPSC website before the exam.
Category-Wise Vacancy
| Category | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Veda) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Reserved for ST (Madhya Pradesh Domicile) |
How To Apply
- Visit the official MPPSC website: www.mppsc.mp.gov.in
- Click on the link for Advertisement No. 03/2025 – Assistant Professor (Veda)
- Register yourself with basic details like name, email, mobile number etc.
- Login using the credentials generated during registration
- Fill out the online application form carefully with accurate academic and personal details
- Upload recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format
- Review the filled form thoroughly before submitting
- Make payment of the application fee via debit/credit card, net banking or MP Online Kiosk
- After successful payment, download and print the final submitted application form for future reference
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official MPPSC Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. Who can apply for the MPPSC Assistant Professor (Veda) post?
Only Scheduled Tribe candidates who are residents of Madhya Pradesh and fulfill all eligibility criteria mentioned in the notification.
Q2. Is NET mandatory for this position?
Yes, unless the applicant holds a Ph.D. awarded under UGC 2009 regulations or later as specified, fulfilling all exemption conditions.
Q3. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date for submission of the application is 10 July 2025 (up to 12:00 PM noon).
Q4. What is the application fee?
For ST candidates of MP: ₹250. Payment can be made via debit/credit card, net banking or MP Online Kiosk.
Q5. Where will the exam be held?
The written OMR-based examination will be conducted at exam centers located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
Q6. What documents are required during the interview stage?
All academic, caste, domicile, employment registration and identity documents in self-attested format as per Appendix-1 and checklist in the notification.
Q7. Are other state candidates eligible?
No, the single vacancy is specifically reserved for Scheduled Tribe candidates who are permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh.