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The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has announced the commencement of online applications for the State Forest Service Examination (SFSE) Mains 2026. Candidates who qualified the Prelims exam can now apply for the Mains exam from 24 July 2026 to 23 August 2026. The Mains examination is scheduled for 27 September 2026. The revised application fees and detailed late fee structure have also been officially updated. The direct links to apply and download the Mains notification are provided below.
MPPSC State Forest Service Recruitment 2026 Overview
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| MPPSC State Forest Service (SFS) Exam 2026 Notification Advertisement No.:- 30/2025 | |
| Recruitment Authority | Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF) & Forest Ranger |
| Total Vacancies | 36 Posts |
| Job Location | Madhya Pradesh |
| Start Date to Apply (Prelims) | 10 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Prelims) | 09 February 2026 |
| Mains Application Start | 24 July 2026 |
| Mains Application Last Date | 23 August 2026 |
| Mains Late Fee Window (Rs. 3000) | 24 August 2026 to 30 August 2026 |
| Mains Late Fee Window (Rs. 25000) | 31 August 2026 to 02 September 2026 |
| Mains Correction Window | 30 July 2026 to 25 August 2026 |
| Application Fees (Mains) |
General / Out of State: Rs. 800/- SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD (MP): Rs. 400/- Late Fee (Phase 1): Rs. 3,000/- Late Fee (Phase 2): Rs. 25,000/- Correction Charge: Rs. 50/- Portal Fee: Rs. 40/- Extra |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Notification (Mains) | Download PDF |
| Official Website | mppsc.mp.gov.in |
| Prelims Exam Date | 26 April 2026 |
| Prelims Admit Card Available | 16 April 2026 |
| Prelims Answer Key Released | 27 April 2026 |
| Prelims Result Declared | 22 May 2026 (Available Now) |
| Mains Exam Date | 27 September 2026 |
| Mains Admit Card Available | 17 September 2026 |
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👉 Apply Online for Mains Exam | |
Important Date
- Notification Released: 31 December 2025
- Application Start (Prelims): 10 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply (Prelims): 09 February 2026
- Correction Window (Prelims): 15 January 2026 to 11 February 2026
- Prelims Exam Date: 26 April 2026
- Admit Card Available (Prelims): 16 April 2026
- Answer Key Released (Prelims): 27 April 2026
- Result Declared (Prelims): 22 May 2026
- Mains Application Start: 24 July 2026
- Mains Application Last Date: 23 August 2026
- Mains Correction Window: 30 July 2026 to 25 August 2026
- Mains First Late Fee Application (Rs. 3,000): 24 August 2026 to 30 August 2026
- First Late Fee Correction Window: 26 August 2026 to 02 September 2026
- Mains Second Late Fee Application (Rs. 25,000): 31 August 2026 to 02 September 2026
- Second Late Fee Correction Window: 01 September 2026 to 04 September 2026
- Mains Exam Date: 27 September 2026
- Mains Admit Card Available: 17 September 2026
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Assistant Conservator of Forest Max Age: 40 Years
- Forest Ranger Max Age: 33 Years
- Age Calculation Date: 01 January 2026
- Age Relaxation:
- As per MP Government Rules for Reserved Categories.
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
Application Fees
- Unreserved (UR) & Out of MP: Rs. 800/-
- SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / EWS / PWD (MP Residents): Rs. 400/-
- Late Fee Phase 1: Rs. 3,000/- (Applicable from 24 August 2026 to 30 August 2026)
- Late Fee Phase 2: Rs. 25,000/- (Applicable from 31 August 2026 to 02 September 2026)
- Correction Charge: Rs. 50/- per session
- Portal Fee: Rs. 40/- (including Service Tax)
- Payment Mode: Online via MPOnline Kiosk / Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking
Qualification
- Assistant Conservator of Forest: Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, or Technical subjects from a recognized university.
- Forest Ranger: Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, or Technical branches. (Note: Only SC/ST candidates of MP consider for Ranger posts in this advt).
Full Eligibility
Candidates must possess a Graduate degree in relevant technical or science fields by the last date of application. For MP Residents, employment registration is required at the time of interview, while Other State candidates are exempt from this requirement.
| Post Name | Educational Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Assistant Conservator of Forest | Bachelor's Degree in Science / Engineering / Technology. |
| Forest Ranger | Bachelor's Degree in Science / Engineering / Technology branches. |
Physical Test Criteria
Candidates applying for the MP Forest Service must meet specific Physical Standards (PST) and pass the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) involving a walking test within 4 hours.
| Description | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height (UR/SC/OBC) | 163 cm | 150 cm |
| Height (ST) | 152 cm | 145 cm |
| Chest Circumference | 79 cm (Normal) | 74 cm (Normal) |
| Chest Expansion | 5 cm | 5 cm |
| Walking Test (4 Hours) | 25 KM | 14 KM (ACF) / 16 KM (Ranger) |
Salary
The Salary Structure for MP State Forest Service officers is as per the 7th Pay Commission. The posts are Gazetted Class-II (Permanent) positions with additional allowances.
| Post Name | Pay Scale (7th CPC) |
|---|---|
| Assistant Conservator of Forest | Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500 (Level 12) |
| Forest Ranger | Rs. 9,300 - 34,800 + Grade Pay 3,600 (Level 9) |
- Officers will receive Dearness Allowance (DA) and other benefits as per MP Govt rules.
- Selected ACF candidates will be on probation for 2 years.
- Candidates must sign a service bond for 5 years after training.
Selection Process
The Selection Process for MPPSC SFS 2026 involves five distinct stages to ensure the recruitment of qualified personnel for forest management and safety.
- Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Common with State Service Exam).
- Stage 2: Main Examination (Objective Type OMR Based).
- Stage 3: Interview (Conducted by MPPSC).
- Stage 4: Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
- Stage 5: Medical Examination.
MPPSC State Forest Service Exam Pattern 2026
The MPPSC State Forest Service Selection Process consists of an OMR-based Preliminary Exam, a Main Examination, and a Personal Interview. Candidates must qualify for the Preliminary Screening Test to be eligible for the subsequent stages of the MP Forest Service Recruitment.
MPPSC State Forest Service Preliminary Exam Pattern 2026
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
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| Paper I | General Studies | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | General Aptitude Test | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Total | Both Papers | 200 | 400 | 4 Hours |
MPPSC State Forest Service Main Exam Pattern 2026
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies (MP, National & International Level Knowledge) | 50 | 150 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | Forestry and General Science | 100 | 300 | 2 Hours |
| Total | Main Written Exam | 150 | 450 | 4 Hours (Combined) |
- The Preliminary Exam is a screening test consisting of Objective Type (MCQ) questions.
- Unlike the State Service, the MPPSC SFS Merit List for Prelims is calculated using marks from both Paper I and Paper II.
- The Main Examination will consist of two separate papers conducted on the same day.
- There is a Negative Marking of 1 mark for every incorrect answer in the Main Examination (3 marks for correct, -1 for wrong).
- The Interview Stage carries 50 Marks, which are added to the Main exam scores for the final selection.
- Candidates must secure a minimum qualifying score of 40% (30% for SC/ST/OBC) in each paper.
Post / Category Wise Vacancy
Madhya Pradesh State Forest Service Examination 2026 has announced 36 vacancies for the post of Assistant Conservator of Forest. The distribution includes UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS categories along with PWD reservations (OH, VH, HH, MD). Vacancies are allocated under 87% State Quota and 13% All India Quota as per government norms.
| S.No. | Post Name | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | OH | VH | HH | MD | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Conservator of Forest | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| State Quota (87%) | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| All India Quota (13%) | 1 | - | |||||||||
| Backlog | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2 | Range Forest Officer | 30 | 0 | 10 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Total Vacancies | 36 Posts | ||||||||||
How To Apply for MPPSC State Forest Service Mains Exam 2026
Candidates who have qualified the MPPSC State Forest Service (SFSE) Preliminary Examination 2026 and are eligible for the Mains exam can apply online. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official application portal www.mponline.gov.in or www.mppsc.mp.gov.in, or use the direct link provided in the "Important Links" section below.
- Look for the "Apply Online for State Forest Service Mains Exam 2026" link.
- Log in using your credentials (e.g., Application Number, Date of Birth from Prelims).
- Fill out the Mains application form carefully with all required details.
- Upload necessary documents as per the instructions.
- Pay the prescribed application fee (Rs. 800/- for UR/Outside MP or Rs. 400/- for Reserved Categories + Portal Fee) online.
- Ensure application submission before 23 August 2026 to avoid late fees of Rs. 3,000/- or Rs. 25,000/-.
- Review your application form before final submission.
- Download and print the submitted application form for your records.
Important Links
| Apply Online for Mains Exam | Click Here |
| Download Mains Notification | Click Here |
| Download SFSE Pre Result | Click Here |
| Check Pre Result Notice | Click Here |
| Download Pre Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Pre Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification (Prelims) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Latest Govt Jobs 2026 | 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 application fee for MPPSC SFSE Mains Exam 2026?
The application fee for Unreserved (UR) and Out of MP candidates is Rs. 800/-, while for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD candidates residing in MP, it is Rs. 400/- (plus Portal Fee of Rs. 40/-).
What is the late fee structure for MPPSC SFS Mains 2026?
If applied after 23 August 2026, a late fee of Rs. 3,000/- applies from 24 August to 30 August 2026. A secondary late fee of Rs. 25,000/- applies from 31 August to 02 September 2026.
When is the MPPSC SFSE Mains Exam 2026 scheduled?
The MPPSC State Forest Service (SFSE) Mains Exam 2026 is scheduled for 27 September 2026.
When will the MPPSC SFSE Mains Admit Card 2026 be released?
The admit cards for the MPPSC SFSE Mains Exam 2026 will be available from 17 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for MPPSC SFSE Mains Exam 2026 without late fee?
The last date to apply online for the MPPSC SFSE Mains Exam 2026 without late fee is 23 August 2026.
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