Kamal Ghorui
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Assistant Town Planner posts for 2026. Candidates who wish to apply can submit their applications online from February 20, 2026. The application process will be conducted through the official website, mppsc.mp.gov.in. A total of 39 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive. The post falls under the state government’s Town and Country Planning Department. Interested candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria, age limit, and important dates before applying. The written examination is expected to be conducted later this year. Detailed information is available in the official notification.
MPPSC ATP vacancy details and important dates
MPPSC has announced 39 vacancies for the post of Assistant Town Planner. The posts are classified under Gazetted Class-II category. Category-wise distribution of vacancies has been mentioned in the official notification.The online application process will begin on February 20, 2026. The last date to submit the application form is March 19, 2026. Candidates must complete the registration and fee payment within the deadline. The written examination is likely to be held in September 2026. Admit cards will be issued on the official website before the exam.The official MPPSC ATP recruitment notification can be downloaded from the link here.Applicants are advised to keep checking the website for updates regarding exam date, admit card release, and further stages of selection.
Eligibility criteria and age limit
Candidates applying for the post must have a Bachelor’s degree in Planning or a Postgraduate degree such as M.Plan in Town, Urban, Regional, Transport, Environmental, Housing, Infrastructure or related planning fields from a recognised university. Candidates who have passed the A.I.T.P. examination are also eligible.The minimum age required is 21 years. The maximum age limit is 40 years as per the notification. Age relaxation will be provided to reserved category candidates as per state government rules.
Selection process and salary
The selection process will consist of a written test and then an interview. Those candidates who manage to clear the written test will be invited to the interview. The final selection will depend on the candidate’s performance in both stages and the verification of their documents.Those who are chosen will be given a salary according to the Level, 10 pay scale. The pay scale offers a salary between Rs 56, 100 to Rs 1, 77, 500 monthly. Additional allowances will be provided as per state government norms.Candidates must apply online through mppsc.mp.gov.in and follow the instructions given in the notification carefully.
