Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for MPPSC State Service Exam (SSE) Prelims, oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
The commission announced recruitment for 155 State Service posts including Deputy Collector, DSP, and other administrative positions. The notification was issued on December 31, 2025, with applications opening from January 10, 2026.
Archived 10 Aug 2026
As per the MPPSC Exam Calendar, State Service Mains 2026 will be conducted from 7th to 12th September 2026. Qualified candidates should begin descriptive answer writing practice for the 6-paper Mains exam.
Archived 20 Jul 2026
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission declared the MPPSC Prelims Result 2026 on 22 May 2026 for State Service Exam. Around 2,752 candidates have been shortlisted for the Mains. Mains application form is available from 25 May to 15 June 2026.
Archived 20 Jul 2026
The Mains Examination dates have been confirmed for August 17-22, 2026. The admit card will be available from August 10, 2026, on the official MPPSC portal.
Archived 10 Aug 2026
MPPSC has released the final answer key for Paper 1 (General Studies) and Paper 2 (CSAT) of the SSE Prelims 2026 on 20 May 2026. Candidates can download from the official website.
Archived 20 Jul 2026
The Commission released notification for 155 posts across State Administrative Service, State Police Service, and other departments through Advertisement No. 29/2025 dated December 31, 2025.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission released admit cards for the State Service Prelims Examination 2026 scheduled for April 26. Candidates can download their hall tickets from mppsc.mp.gov.in.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
MPPSC 2026 notification introduces significant pattern changes with each question now carrying 3 marks and negative marking of 1 mark per incorrect answer, marking a departure from previous years.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
MPPSC announced the Prelims Result 2026 on May 22, declaring the list of qualified candidates for Mains examination. State Service Mains scheduled for September 7-12, 2026.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
The MPPSC conducted the State Service Preliminary Examination 2026 on 26 April across 54 district headquarters in MP. Paper 1 was held 10 AM–12 PM and Paper 2 from 2:15 PM–4:15 PM for 155 vacancies.
Archived 20 Jul 2026
The commission released the Prelims result on May 22, 2026, shortlisting 3,044 candidates for the Main Examination. Mains applications opened from May 25 to June 15, 2026.
Archived 10 Aug 2026
The Preliminary Examination was conducted on April 26, 2026, marking a significant change as MPPSC introduced negative marking (1 mark deducted per wrong answer in GS Paper I) for the first time in the SSE cycle.
Archived 10 Aug 2026
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission is anticipated to release the official notification for the State Service Exam 2026 cycle shortly. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official MPPSC website for updates on vacancy details and application procedures.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Technical preparations for the online application system for SSE 2026 are in progress. The commission has advised aspirants to keep necessary documents ready including educational certificates and category proofs.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Following recent UPSC alignment trends, MPPSC has indicated potential modifications to the General Studies paper structure. The official exam scheme will be detailed in the forthcoming notification this cycle.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
MPPSC announced the final merit list for the 2025 State Service Exam cycle. Successful candidates have been recommended for appointment across various departments of the Madhya Pradesh state government.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Interview round (expected)
Tue, 22 Dec, 2026Personality test for candidates clearing Mains; 185 marks
Archived 20 Jul 2026
Mains examination tentative period
Mon, 7 Dec, 2026Descriptive papers for prelims-qualified candidates
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Mains Result (expected)
Mon, 2 Nov, 2026Typically 6-8 weeks after Mains exam completion
Archived 20 Jul 2026
Prelims result announcement
Sat, 3 Oct, 2026Qualified candidates eligible for Mains examination
Archived 5 Jul 2026
📍State Forest Service Mains Exam
Sun, 27 Sept, 2026SFSE Mains scheduled for 27 September 2026
Archived 20 Jul 2026
📍SSE Mains Exam ends
Sat, 12 Sept, 2026Last day of Mains exam: 12 September 2026
Archived 20 Jul 2026
📍SSE Mains Exam starts
Mon, 7 Sept, 2026Mains scheduled from 7–12 September 2026 (6 descriptive papers)
Archived 20 Jul 2026
📍MPPSC SSE Mains Examination 2026
Mon, 7 Sept, 2026Descriptive exam from September 7-12, 2026
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Prelims answer key publication
Thu, 3 Sept, 2026Provisional answer key with objection window
Archived 5 Jul 2026
📍MPPSC SSE Prelims exam date
Thu, 27 Aug, 2026General Studies paper - objective type examination
Archived 5 Jul 2026
📍Mains Exam concludes
Sat, 22 Aug, 2026Main Examination ends on August 22, 2026 (6-day descriptive exam)
Archived 10 Aug 2026
📍Mains Exam begins
Mon, 17 Aug, 2026MPPSC SSE Main Examination starts on August 17, 2026
Archived 10 Aug 2026
Preliminary exam admit card release
Fri, 14 Aug, 2026Download available from official MPPSC portal
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Mains Admit Card release
Mon, 10 Aug, 2026Mains admit cards available from August 10, 2026
Archived 10 Aug 2026
Last date for online application
Thu, 2 Jul, 2026Final deadline including fee payment
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Mains Application window closes
Mon, 15 Jun, 2026Last date to apply for Mains is 15 June 2026
Archived 20 Jul 2026
Mains Application window closed
Mon, 15 Jun, 2026Last date to submit Mains application was June 15, 2026
Archived 10 Aug 2026
Application portal opens
Tue, 2 Jun, 2026Online registration begins for SSE 2026 cycle
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Official notification release
Fri, 29 May, 2026Detailed vacancy information and eligibility criteria to be published
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Prelims Result declared
Fri, 22 May, 2026Merit list PDF released on 22 May 2026
Archived 20 Jul 2026
Prelims result announcement
Fri, 22 May, 2026Qualified candidates list published with cut-off marks
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Prelims Result Declaration (past)
Fri, 22 May, 2026Prelims result announced on May 22, 2026; 3,044 candidates qualified
Archived 10 Aug 2026
📍Prelims exam conducted
Sun, 26 Apr, 2026Held on 26 April 2026 at 54 district centres across MP
Archived 20 Jul 2026
📍MPPSC SSE Prelims Examination 2026
Sun, 26 Apr, 2026Objective type exam with negative marking (3 marks per question, -1 for wrong)
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍Prelims Exam Day (completed)
Sun, 26 Apr, 2026MPPSC SSE Preliminary Examination held on April 26, 2026
Archived 10 Aug 2026
Prelims admit card release
Thu, 16 Apr, 2026Download hall ticket from official portal
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Prelims Admit Card release (past)
Thu, 16 Apr, 2026Prelims admit cards were released on April 16, 2026
Archived 10 Aug 2026
MPPSC SSE 2026 notification released
Sun, 12 Apr, 2026Advertisement No. 29/2025 for 155 State Service vacancies
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Application window opens
Sun, 12 Apr, 2026Online application starts at mppsc.mp.gov.in
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Last date to apply (without late fee)
Sun, 12 Apr, 2026Application deadline at 12:00 Noon
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Application correction window closes
Sun, 12 Apr, 2026Final date to edit application details
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Application submission deadline (past)
Sun, 22 Mar, 2026Last date to submit MPPSC SSE 2026 online application was February 9, 2026
Archived 10 Aug 2026
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