
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released the official notification for the State Services Examination (SSE) Mains 2025, opening the application window for candidates who cleared the preliminary stage. Aspirants who have been waiting for the MPPSC Mains 2025 application date after the earlier schedule was deferred can now apply through the commission's official portal, mppsc.mp.gov.in.
The MPPSC State Service Mains 2025 recruitment covers 158 vacancies across various administrative and state service posts in Madhya Pradesh, making it one of the most awaited government job updates for PCS aspirants this year.
The online registration for MPPSC Mains 2025 will open on June 25, 2026, and close on July 15, 2026. Candidates will get a correction window from June 30, 2026 to July 17, 2026 to edit their submitted details before final closure. The MPPSC Mains 2025 exam is scheduled to be conducted from August 17, 2026 to August 22, 2026, while admit cards will be released on August 10, 2026 through the official website.
Here is the complete MPPSC SSE Mains 2025 schedule at a glance:
Notification released: Available now on mppsc.mp.gov.in Online application starts: June 25, 2026 Last date to apply: July 15, 2026 Correction window: June 30, 2026 to July 17, 2026 Admit card release: August 10, 2026 MPPSC Mains 2025 exam dates: August 17, 2026 to August 22, 2026
Only candidates who have qualified the MPPSC Preliminary Examination 2025 are eligible to apply for the Mains stage. The prelims act as a screening test, and only shortlisted candidates move forward to the descriptive Mains examination, which is the most decisive stage of the MPPSC selection process before the interview round.
The recruitment drive offers a total of 158 vacancies spread across multiple state service posts under the Madhya Pradesh government. These positions include sought-after Group A and Group B administrative roles, which is why competition for the limited MPPSC Mains 2025 seats remains intense among aspirants across the state.
The MPPSC SSE Mains 2025 application fee depends on the candidate's category:
General and Other State category candidates: Rs 800 Madhya Pradesh reserved category candidates: Rs 400 Portal charge (all candidates): Rs 40
The fee can be paid online through debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, or at an authorised MP Online kiosk centre. Candidates must complete the payment to finalise their registration.
Follow these steps to fill the MPPSC Mains 2025 application form:
Step 1: Visit the official MPPSC website at mppsc.mp.gov.in. Step 2: Open the MPPSC SSE Mains 2025 notification link and read it carefully. Step 3: Register and log in using your prelims credentials. Step 4: Fill in all required personal, educational, and category details accurately. Step 5: Upload scanned documents including photograph, signature, identity proof, and thumb impression. Step 6: Pay the application fee via debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, or an authorised MP Online kiosk. Step 7: Verify every entry, submit the form, and download a printed copy for future reference.
Before starting the application, candidates should keep these ready to avoid rejection during scrutiny: a recent passport-size photograph, scanned signature, valid identity proof, thumb impression, address details, and other essential documents. The commission has advised applicants to ensure that all information is accurate and matches their official records, as incorrect details can lead to disqualification.
The MPPSC Mains 2025 admit card will be available for download from August 10, 2026 on the official portal. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the hall ticket along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre. No candidate will be allowed to sit for the Mains exam without a valid admit card.
Candidates are strongly advised to follow MPPSC guidelines strictly, read the official notification thoroughly, check the syllabus and eligibility criteria, and complete their application well before the last date to avoid last-minute server load on the portal.
Direct link to check and download the MPPSC SSE Mains 2025 Notification: Available on the official website mppsc.mp.gov.in.
