MPPSC SSE — older updates
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.
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Older news (25)
The commission released the MPPSC State Service Mains Admit Card 2026 on 1 September 2026. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website mppsc.mp.gov.in for the examination scheduled from 7-12 September 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 14 Sept 2026
MPPSC released the Mains Admit Card for SSE 2025 cycle (Advt. No. 45/2024) on 4 August 2026. The Mains exam will be conducted from 8 to 13 August 2026 at various centres.
Read full notice →Archived 9 Sept 2026
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission announced the SSE Prelims 2026 result on May 22, 2026, with 3,044 candidates qualifying for the Main examination.
Read full notice →Archived 14 Sept 2026
The notification released on December 31, 2025 introduced a major change: each question carries 3 marks with 1 mark deducted for incorrect answers in the Preliminary Exam pattern.
Read full notice →Archived 14 Sept 2026
MPPSC officially released the provisional answer key for the State Service Preliminary Exam 2026 on April 27, 2026, one day after the examination was conducted.
Read full notice →Archived 14 Sept 2026
MPPSC declared the State Service Prelims 2026 result on 22 May 2026. A total of 3044 candidates have been shortlisted for the Mains examination based on their performance in the prelims conducted on 26 April 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 14 Sept 2026
The commission released the final answer key for the State Service Prelims 2026 on 19-20 May 2026 after reviewing objections submitted by candidates. The result was prepared based on this final answer key.
Read full notice →Archived 14 Sept 2026
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission released the SSE 2026 notification on 31 December 2025, announcing 155 vacancies for various Group A and Group B administrative posts. The notification introduced negative marking for the first time in the prelims examination.
Read full notice →Archived 14 Sept 2026
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.
Read full notice →Archived 10 Aug 2026
MPPSC announced the State Service Mains Exam 2026 schedule on 19 June 2026. The Mains application window is open from 25 June to 15 July 2026, and the Mains exam is scheduled from 7 to 12 September 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 9 Sept 2026
MPPSC released the Prelims Result 2026 on 22 May 2026 for both State Service and Forest Service examinations. A total of 2,752 candidates have been shortlisted for the State Service Mains Examination.
Read full notice →Archived 9 Sept 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.
Read full notice →Archived 20 Jul 2026
MPPSC SSE Mains 2026 scheduled for September
21 Jun 2026As 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.
Read full notice →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.
Read full notice →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.
Read full notice →Archived 20 Jul 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.
Read full notice →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.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 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.
Read full notice →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.
Read full notice →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.
Read full notice →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.
Read full notice →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.
Read full notice →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.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
MPPSC revises exam pattern for SSE Prelims
29 Apr 2026Following 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.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
Previous cycle SSE final results declared
13 Apr 2026MPPSC 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.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
Older dates (31)
Interview (expected)
Mon, 15 Feb, 2027Usually held 2-3 months after Mains result
Archived 9 Sept 2026
Interview/Personality Test (expected)
Fri, 15 Jan, 2027Typically conducted 2-3 months after Mains result
Archived 14 Sept 2026
Interview round (expected)
Tue, 22 Dec, 2026Personality test for candidates clearing Mains; 185 marks
Archived 20 Jul 2026
Mains Result (expected)
Tue, 15 Dec, 2026Typically 2-3 months after Mains exam
Archived 9 Sept 2026
Mains examination tentative period
Mon, 7 Dec, 2026Descriptive papers for prelims-qualified candidates
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Mains Result (expected)
Sun, 15 Nov, 2026Usually declared 8-10 weeks after Main examination
Archived 14 Sept 2026
Mains Result (expected)
Mon, 2 Nov, 2026Typically 6-8 weeks after Mains exam completion
Archived 20 Jul 2026
📍Mains examination (Day 1-6)
Mon, 7 Sept, 2026Mains exam scheduled from 7-12 September 2026; 6 papers including 4 General Studies papers and Hindi papers · no key published for this stage
Archived 14 Sept 2026
📍Mains exam (7-12 September)
Mon, 7 Sept, 2026Six-day descriptive exam; Forest Service Mains on 27 September 2026
Archived 9 Sept 2026
Mains admit card released
Tue, 1 Sept, 2026Hall ticket for Mains examination available for download
Archived 14 Sept 2026
Mains Admit Card Released
Tue, 1 Sept, 2026For Main examination Sept 7-12
Archived 14 Sept 2026
Prelims Result declared
Fri, 22 May, 20262,752 candidates shortlisted for Mains
Archived 9 Sept 2026
Prelims result declared
Fri, 22 May, 20263044 candidates qualified for Mains out of 155 vacancies; result available at mppsc.mp.gov.in
Archived 14 Sept 2026
Prelims Result Announced
Fri, 22 May, 20263,044 candidates qualified for Main examination
Archived 14 Sept 2026
Prelims provisional answer key released
Mon, 27 Apr, 2026Provisional answer key released; objection window open till 1 May 2026
Archived 14 Sept 2026
Prelims Provisional Answer Key
Mon, 27 Apr, 2026Published on official MPPSC portal
Archived 14 Sept 2026
📍Prelims examination
Sun, 26 Apr, 2026Two papers: General Studies (10am-12pm) and General Aptitude Test (2:15pm-4:15pm); conducted across 54 district headquarters
Archived 14 Sept 2026
📍Prelims exam
Sun, 26 Apr, 2026Paper 1 (GS): 10:00 AM–12:00 PM; Paper 2 (GAT): 2:15 PM–4:15 PM. Negative marking introduced.
Archived 9 Sept 2026
📍Prelims Exam (Paper 1 & 2)
Sun, 26 Apr, 2026Paper 1: 10:00-12:00, Paper 2: 14:15-16:15
Archived 14 Sept 2026
Prelims Admit Card Released
Thu, 16 Apr, 2026Available at mppsc.mp.gov.in and mponline.gov.in
Archived 14 Sept 2026
Prelims admit card released
Thu, 16 Apr, 2026Hall ticket available for download from official website
Archived 14 Sept 2026
Prelims Admit Card released
Thu, 16 Apr, 2026Archived 9 Sept 2026
Application closing date
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026Last date to submit applications without late fee
Archived 14 Sept 2026
Application Window End (without late fee)
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026Late fee window: 15 Jan to 11 Feb 2026
Archived 14 Sept 2026
Application window end
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026Without late fee
Archived 9 Sept 2026
Application window start
Sat, 10 Jan, 2026Archived 9 Sept 2026
Application Window Start
Sat, 10 Jan, 2026Archived 14 Sept 2026
Application start date
Sat, 10 Jan, 2026Online applications opened at mppsc.mp.gov.in and mponline.gov.in
Archived 14 Sept 2026
SSE 2026 Notification Released
Wed, 31 Dec, 2025155 vacancies announced for Group A and B posts
Archived 14 Sept 2026
Notification released (Advt. 29/2025)
Wed, 31 Dec, 2025155 vacancies announced for State Services posts
Archived 9 Sept 2026
SSE 2026 notification released
Wed, 31 Dec, 2025155 vacancies announced; notification available on official website
Archived 14 Sept 2026
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