MPPSC Assistant Town Planner Recruitment 2026: 39 Vacancies Announced – Apply Online Now!
39 Gazetted Class-II Vacancies | Apply Starting Feb 20
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has officially announced the recruitment of Assistant Town Planners for the Urban Development and Housing Department. This permanent position offers a prestigious career path with a competitive pay scale of ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 12).
| Event | Important Date |
| Notification Released | February 2, 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | February 20, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | March 19, 2026 (12:00 PM) |
| Correction Window | Feb 25 – March 21, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | September 10, 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | September 20, 2026 |
📊 Vacancy Breakdown (Total: 39)
| Category | Vacancies |
| Unreserved (UR) | 10 |
| OBC | 11 |
| SC | 06 |
| ST | 08 |
| EWS | 04 |
📋 Eligibility Criteria
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Educational Qualification: * Bachelor’s Degree (4 Years) in Planning/Town Planning/Urban Planning OR
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Postgraduate Degree (M.Plan) in Town/Urban/Regional/Housing/Transport/Environmental Planning or Landscape Architecture/Urban Design.
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Note: Candidates who have passed the A.I.T.P. Examination are also eligible.
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Age Limit (as of Jan 1, 2027):
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Minimum: 21 Years | Maximum: 40 Years
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Relaxations: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women candidates of MP domicile.
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⚡ Selection Process
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Written Examination: OMR-based objective test focusing on Town Planning principles and General Studies.
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Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview (usually 100 marks).
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Document Verification & Medical: Final merit is based on the combined score of the written exam and interview.
✍️ How to Apply: Step-by-Step
The “Apply Online” link will activate on February 20, 2026.
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Official Portal: Visit mppsc.mp.gov.in.
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Register: Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if you haven’t already.
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Fill Form: Select “Assistant Town Planner Examination 2026” and enter your academic details.
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Upload Docs: Provide a recent photo (white background) and signature (as per MPPSC specs).
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Pay Fees: * ₹500 (General/Other State)
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₹250 (MP Reserved Categories)
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Note: ₹40 portal charges extra.
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Print: Save your application and transaction receipt for future reference.
💡 Pro-Tip: Don’t miss the deadline! MPPSC charges a steep late fee of ₹3,000 for applications between March 20–26, and up to ₹25,000 for later windows. Apply early!
