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The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Assistant Director (Farmer Welfare & Agriculture Development - Field & Extension). This recruitment drive aims to fill 71 vacancies in the Agriculture Department of MP. Eligible candidates with a Postgraduate degree in Agriculture or B.E./B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering can apply online starting from April 2026.
MPPSC Assistant Director Vacancy 2025 Overview
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| MPPSC Assistant Director (Agriculture) Recruitment 2025 Advertisement No.:- 35/2025 | |
| Recruitment Authority | Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Director (Field & Extension) |
| Total Vacancies | 71 Posts |
| Job Location | Madhya Pradesh |
| Start Date to Apply | 25 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 May 2026 |
| Qualification | Postgraduate in Agriculture / B.E. (Agri Engineering) |
| Age Limit | 21 - 40 Years (as on 01.01.2026) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam (OMR Based) & Interview |
| Salary | Rs. 15,600 - 39,100 + Grade Pay 5400 |
| Application Fees |
General/Out of State: Rs. 500/- SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD (MP): Rs. 250/- Portal Charges: Rs. 40/- Extra |
| Application Mode | Online via www.mppsc.mp.gov.in |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | mppsc.mp.gov.in |
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Important Date
- Notification Released: 31 December 2025
- Application Start: 25 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 24 May 2026
- Correction Window: 30 April 2026 to 26 May 2026
- Late Fee App (Rs 3000): 25 May 2026 to 31 May 2026
- Late Fee App (Rs 25000): 01 June 2026 to 28 October 2026
- Admit Card Available: 12 November 2026
- Exam Date: 22 November 2026
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age Calculation Date: 01 January 2026
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Females/Govt Employees: 5 Years
- Vikram Award Winners: 5 Years
- Maximum age after all relaxations cannot exceed 45 years.
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
Application Fees
- General / Candidates Outside MP: 500/-
- SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy) / EWS / PWD of MP: 250/-
- Portal Fee: 40/-
- Error Correction Fee: 50/- per session
Qualification
- Assistant Director (Agriculture): B.Sc. Agriculture degree along with 1st or 2nd Class Postgraduate Degree in Agriculture OR Postgraduate Diploma from IARI New Delhi OR B.E./B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering (Minimum 2nd Class).
Full Eligibility
Candidates must possess the Essential Educational Qualification as of the last date of application. Employment Registration in MP is not required for candidates from other states at the time of application, but MP residents must produce it during the interview stage.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Other Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Director (Field & Extension) | M.Sc. (Agriculture) OR B.E. (Agri Engineering) with 2nd Class | Valid MP Employment Registration (For MP Residents during interview) |
Salary
The selected candidates for the post of Assistant Director will be placed in a high-paying grade under the state government rules. The Pay Scale is as per the 6th/7th Pay Commission norms applicable in Madhya Pradesh.
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Grade Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Director (Agri) | Rs. 15,600 - 39,100 | Rs. 5,400 |
- The post is Gazetted Class II (Temporary) but likely to continue.
- Selected candidates will be on a Probation Period of 2 Years.
Selection Process
The Selection Process for MPPSC Assistant Director involves a competitive written exam followed by a personal interview. Candidates must clear the minimum cutoff to be eligible for the final merit list.
- Written Examination: OMR based offline test with Negative Marking.
- Interview: Candidates 3 times the number of vacancies will be called.
- Document Verification: Original documents verified during the interview.
- Final Merit List: Based on the sum of marks obtained in the Written Exam and Interview.
Exam Pattern
The Assistant Director Farmer Welfare & Agriculture Development Department Exam 2025 follows a two-stage selection process. The Preliminary Exam (Stage-I) consists of two objective papers with OMR-based answer sheets. The Main Exam (Stage-II) includes three subjective papers with negative marking for incorrect answers. Candidates must qualify both stages for final selection.
Stage-I (Preliminary) Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Duration | Max Marks | Question Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies | 2 Hours | 200 Marks | Objective (OMR Based) |
| Paper-II | General Aptitude Test | 2 Hours | 200 Marks | Objective (OMR Based) |
| Total | 400 Marks | Objective Type | ||
Stage-II (Main) Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Duration | Max Marks | Question Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Hindi & General English | 3 Hours | 200 Marks | Subjective |
| Paper-II | General Studies, Agricultural Extension & Statistics | 3 Hours | 200 Marks | Subjective |
| Paper-III | Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry & Related Topics | 3 Hours | 200 Marks | Subjective |
| Total | 600 Marks | Subjective Type | ||
- Negative Marking: There is negative marking in the examination for incorrect answers
- Answer Sheet Type: Stage-I uses OMR-based answer sheets, Stage-II uses subjective answer sheets
- Qualifying Criteria: Candidates must qualify Stage-I (Preliminary) to appear for Stage-II (Main) examination
- Language Medium: Questions will be available in Hindi and English both languages
- Final Selection: Based on performance in Stage-II (Main) examination only
- Exam Mode: Offline mode - pen and paper based examination
- Calculator Usage: Non-programmable calculators may be allowed as per exam guidelines
Post / Category Wise Vacancy
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has announced 71 vacancies for Assistant Director, Farmer Welfare & Agriculture Development Department (Field & Extension) positions. The vacancies are distributed across UR, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories with 87% State Quota and 13% All India Quota as per government norms.
| S.No. | Post Name | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | LD | VH | HH | MD | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Director, Farmer Welfare & Agriculture Development Department (Field & Extension) | 14 | 10 | 24 | 47 | 16 | 1 | - | - | - | 71 |
| State Quota (87%) | 0 | 14 | 10 | 24 | - | - | - | - | - | 48 | |
| All India Quota (13%) | - | - | - | 23* | - | - | - | - | - | 23 | |
| Backlog | - | - | - | - | - | - | 23 | - | 8* | - | |
| Total Vacancies | 71 Posts | ||||||||||
How To Apply
Eligible candidates can fill out the Online Application Form through the official portals. Follow the step-by-step guide below to ensure error-free submission.
- Visit the official website www.mppsc.mp.gov.in or www.mponline.gov.in.
- Click on the Apply Online link for Assistant Director Recruitment 2025.
- Register yourself and fill in the Basic Details (Name, DOB, Category).
- Upload Scanned Photograph (Light background) and Signature.
- Pay the Application Fee via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking.
- Check the "Payment Done" status and Print the Application Form for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online (Starts 25.04.2026) | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Latest Govt Jobs 2025 | Click Here |
| All India Govt Jobs | Click Here |
| Madhya Pradesh Jobs | Click Here |
| MPPSC Jobs | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for MPPSC Assistant Director 2025?
The last date to apply online is 24 May 2026 (until 12:00 midnight).
Who is eligible for the Assistant Director Agriculture post?
Candidates with a Postgraduate degree in Agriculture (1st or 2nd Class) or B.E. in Agriculture Engineering can apply.
Is there any negative marking in the MPPSC AD exam?
Yes, there will be negative marking for wrong answers in the OMR-based objective exam.
Can other state candidates apply for this vacancy?
Yes, other state candidates can apply as Unreserved (UR) category candidates.
When will the MPPSC Assistant Director exam be conducted?
The exam is scheduled to be held on 22 November 2026.