Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) conducts State Service Exam (SSE) every year whose main aim is to select talented and qualified officers for the state. Through this exam, candidates are recruited for prestigious posts like State Administrative Service (SAS), Police Service (DSP), Finance Service, Accounts Service, District Registrar. This is a three-stage exam – Prelims, Mains and Interview.
What is the eligibility criteria for the Exam?
Candidates must check the eligibility conditions before applying:
| Eligibility Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Graduate from a recognized university |
| Age Limit | 21 to 40 years (general), relaxation for reserved categories |
| Nationality | Must be an Indian citizen |
| Number of Attempts | As per government rules |
How will be the selection process of the Exam?
The selection process will be in three stages:
- Preliminary Exam – This is an objective type test which includes General Studies and General Aptitude papers.
- Main Exam – These are descriptive papers in which the in-depth knowledge of the candidates is tested.
- Interview/Personality Test – In the last stage, the confidence, decision-making and administrative skills of the candidates are judged.
What are the important dates for the Exam?
MPPSC has announced the exam schedule as per the official notification:
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 30 December 2024 |
| Application Form Start Date | 19 January 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 February 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 27 April 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date | Postponed (New date to be announced soon) |
| Result Declaration | Expected in September 2025 |
What is the application process to be followed for the Exam?
Candidates have to apply online on the official website:
- Visit official site mppsc.mp.gov.in
- Select SSE 2025 in the “Apply Online” section.
- Fill the application form with personal & educational details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Do not forget to save the print out after the final submission.
What are the important links for the Exam?
| Particulars | Links |
| Official notification pdf | click here |
| apply online | click here |
FAQs on MPPSC State Service Exam 2025
The Prelims exam will be conducted on 27 April 2025.
The Mains exam was to be held in June but now it has been postponed, new dates will be announced soon.
SC, ST, OBC candidates will get relaxation as per government rules.
Positions like State Administrative Officer, DSP, District Registrar, Finance and Accounts Officer are available through it.
The result will be available in the “Result Section” of the official website.
