📅 MPPSC Exam Calendar 2026 OUT! Your Roadmap to State Services and Other Key Exams
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released its highly anticipated Tentative Exam Calendar for the year 2026. This calendar is the official roadmap for thousands of aspirants, laying out the dates for the State Service Examination (SSE), State Forest Service (SFS), State Engineering Service, and various other departmental recruitment exams.
If you are a serious candidate targeting a government post in Madhya Pradesh, it's time to stop planning and start executing. Download the calendar and align your preparation strategy immediately!
🎯 MPPSC Calendar 2026: Key Highlights
The new calendar, released on December 15, 2025, provides crucial clarity for the entire year. Here are the most important dates for the major competitive exams:
| Examination Name | Phase | Tentative Exam Date |
|---|---|---|
| State Service & State Forest Service | Preliminary Examination (2026) | April 26, 2026 (Sunday) |
| State Engineering Service | Examination (2025) | March 22, 2026 |
| State Service | Main Examination (2026) | September 7 to September 12, 2026 |
| State Forest Service | Main Examination (2026) | September 27, 2026 |
| Assistant Professor (Computer Science) | Examination (2025) | January 4, 2026 |
| Deputy Director / Principal Grade-2 / Asst. Director (Technical) | Examination (2025) | February 22, 2026 |
📢 Special Note on SSE Mains 2025: The schedule for the State Service Main Examination 2025 (which was due earlier) remains pending. The MPPSC has stated that these dates will be announced only after receiving a final order from the Hon'ble High Court regarding ongoing legal issues.
**🗓️ Month-Wise Schedule: MPPSC 2026 at a Glance**
To help you visualize your preparation timeline, here is the month-wise breakdown of the major exams proposed in the MPPSC Annual Calendar 2026:
**January 2026**
- January 4: Assistant Professor (Computer Science) Examination – 2025
**February 2026**
- February 22: Deputy Director / Principal Grade-2, Assistant Director (Technical) Examination – 2025
**March 2026**
- March 22: State Engineering Service Examination – 2025
**April 2026**
- April 26: State Service & State Forest Service Preliminary Examination – 2026 (SSE & SFS Pre)
**May & June 2026**
- No major exams currently scheduled. This is a prime time for Mains preparation!
**July 2026**
- July 12: Assistant Professor Examination – 2026 (Phase I)
**August 2026**
- August 2: Assistant Professor Examination – 2026 (Phase II)
- August 30: Assistant Professor Examination – 2026 (Phase III)
**September 2026**
- September 7 to 12: State Service Main Examination – 2026 (SSE Mains)
- September 27: State Forest Service Main Examination – 2026
**💡 Strategy for State Service Exam (SSE) Aspirants**
With the SSE 2026 Prelims confirmed for **April 26, 2026**, aspirants have a clear window to structure their study plan:
- Phase 1 (Now – January 2026): Focus on core Mains topics that overlap with Prelims (e.g., MP History, Geography, Polity, Economics, and the new Mains syllabus elements). Finish the foundational reading.
- Phase 2 (February – April 2026): Shift 100% focus to Prelims. Prioritize the unique Prelims units like Commissions, Information & Communication Technology (Unit 9), and Current Affairs. Dedicate this period to solving maximum MCQs and full-length test series.
- Phase 3 (May – August 2026): Immediate switch to intensive Mains answer writing practice. Focus on the 3-marker, 5-marker, and 11-marker formats. Deep dive into the specialized papers, especially the new Paper-IV (Philosophy, Psychology, Public Administration) and Paper-VI (Hindi Essay).
**🔑 Important Disclaimer & Official Link**
**Tentative Schedule**
The MPPSC has explicitly stated that this calendar is tentative (संà¤ावित) and may be subject to change due to administrative reasons, court orders, or other unforeseen circumstances. Candidates must regularly visit the official website for final confirmations and official notices.
**Official Website**
Always rely on the official source for accurate information and to download your Admit Cards and detailed notifications:
👉 Official MPPSC Website: Click Here
Don't let this clear timeline go to waste! The earlier you start your structured preparation, the better your chances of success. Good luck to all the aspirants!
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