MPPSC Assistant Town Planner Recruitment 2026 notification details including eligibility, application dates, fees, exam date, selection process, age limit, vacancies, and syllabus explained clearly.
MPPSC Assistant Town Planner Recruitment 2026
The Assistant Town Planner Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) under the Urban Development and Housing Department of Madhya Pradesh. This recruitment is an excellent opportunity for candidates holding professional degrees in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Regional Planning, or related disciplines.
This article explains the eligibility criteria, application dates, fees, age limit, vacancies, pay scale, selection process, and syllabus in a clear and structured manner.
Important Dates – MPPSC Assistant Town Planner Exam 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Without Late Fee) | 19 March 2026 |
| Late Fee Application (₹3000) | 20 March to 26 March 2026 |
| Extended Late Fee Period (₹25,000) | 27 March to 26 August 2026 |
| Admit Card Availability | By 10 September 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | 20 September 2026 |
Official Application Link (Important)
Candidates must apply online only through the official MPPSC website:
Official Website:
https://mppsc.mp.gov.in
(Always download the notification and apply form from the official site only.)
Post Details
- Post Name: Assistant Town Planner
- Group: Group-B
- Department: Urban Development & Housing Department, Madhya Pradesh
- Job Location: Madhya Pradesh (Exam Center – Indore)
Total Vacancies
- Unreserved (UR): 10 posts
- Vacancies for other categories are mentioned in the official notification PDF.
Note: Candidates from any Indian state, including Maharashtra, are eligible if they meet the educational qualifications.
Age Limit & Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Age calculation will be done as per the cut-off date mentioned in the notification (likely 1 January 2026).
Age relaxation details are provided in Annexure-1 of the notification.
Educational Qualification (Most Important Section)
Candidates must possess a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in any of the following:
- Town Planning
- Urban Planning
- Regional Planning
- Housing Planning
- Rural Planning
- Transportation Planning
- Environmental Planning
- Equivalent qualification such as B.Plan or M.Plan
Not Eligible
- Engineering graduates (Civil/other branches)
- Architecture graduates (B.Arch / M.Arch) without Planning degree
Only planning-specific degrees are accepted.
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other States | ₹250 |
| SC / ST / OBC / MP Reserved Categories | ₹50 |
| Late Fee (20–26 March 2026) | ₹3,000 |
| Extended Late Fee (27 March–26 August 2026) | ₹25,000 |
Pay Scale & Salary
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
- As per 7th Pay Commission
- Additional allowances as per MP Government rules
Selection Process – MPPSC Assistant Town Planner
1. Written Examination
- Objective type (MCQ)
- OMR based
- Negative marking applicable
2. Interview (Sakshatkar)
- Interview conducted in 3:1 ratio (three times the number of vacancies)
- If applications are fewer than 500, selection may be directly through interview
Interview Marks
- Total Marks: 100
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- General: 41 marks
- OBC/SC/ST: 31 marks
- PwD: 21 marks
Final Merit List
Final selection will be based on marks obtained in the interview, ranked in descending order.
Exam Center
- Indore (Madhya Pradesh)
Syllabus Information
The detailed syllabus has not been released yet.
As per the notification:
“The examination scheme and syllabus will be published separately on the Commission’s website.”
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official MPPSC website.
Who Should Apply for This Post?
You should apply if:
- You have a B.Plan / M.Plan or equivalent Planning degree
- You are interested in government urban planning jobs
- You meet the age criteria
- You are ready for interview-based final selection
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is the MPPSC Assistant Town Planner exam conducted every year?
No, it is not conducted every year. Vacancies are released as per departmental requirements.
Q2. Can civil engineers apply for this post?
No. Engineering degrees are not eligible unless accompanied by a recognized planning qualification.
Q3. Is the exam conducted online or offline?
The written exam is offline (OMR based).
Q4. Is there negative marking in the exam?
Yes, negative marking is applicable.
Q5. Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, any Indian citizen with the required qualification can apply.
Q6. When will the syllabus be released?
The syllabus will be released soon on the official MPPSC website.
