MPPSC Scientific Officer Biology Recruitment 2026 (25 Posts)
Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released the Scientific Officer Biology recruitment notification for 25 posts under Advt No. 07/2026. The application process is online and open for eligible postgraduates in relevant life science and forensic disciplines.
Application Start Date: 2026-04-21
Last Date to Apply: 2026-05-20
Exam Date: 2026-11-22
Admit Card Release Date: 2026-11-12
Candidates should carefully review eligibility, category-wise vacancies, fee slabs (including late-fee windows), correction schedule, and official instructions before submitting the form. Selection is stated as OMR sheet based, and the notified pay scale is Rs. 15,000 - 39,600 + Grade Pay 5400.
Application Start
Tue, 21 Apr 2026
Last Date To Apply
Wed, 20 May 2026
Recruitment Overview
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
Apply Online Start Date | 2026-04-21 |
Apply Online Last Date | 2026-05-20 |
Last Date to Pay Fee | 2026-05-20 |
Correction Window | 2026-04-26 to 2026-05-22 |
Late Fee Phase I | 2026-05-21 to 2026-05-27 |
Late Fee Phase II | 2026-05-28 to 2026-10-28 |
Admit Card Release Date | 2026-11-12 |
Exam Date | 2026-11-22 |
Result Declaration | As per schedule |
Application Fees
| Category / Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
General / Other State | Rs. 500/- |
EWS / OBC / SC / ST / PH | Rs. 250/- |
Late Fee (21 May 2026 to 27 May 2026) | Rs. 3000/- |
Late Fee (28 May 2026 to 28 Oct 2026) | Rs. 25000/- |
Portal Charges | Rs. 40/- |
Correction Charges | Rs. 50/- |
Payment Mode | Online Payment / MP Kiosk |
Age Limit
Vacancy and Eligibility
Post-wise Vacancy and Qualification
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MPPSC Scientific Officer Biology | 25 | Master's Degree in Botany / Zoology / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Bio-Technology / Forensic Bio-Technology / Genetics / Molecular Biology / Bio Science / Life Science / Forensic Science and related trade from any recognized university in India. |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Post Name | General | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MPPSC Scientific Officer Biology | 07 | 07 | 02 | 04 | 05 | 25 |
Selection Process and Salary
How to Apply
- Apply within the online window: 2026-04-21 to 2026-05-20.
- Open the MPPSC online portal and choose the Scientific Officer Biology 2026 application link.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in using registration credentials.
- Fill personal, educational, and category details carefully.
- Upload scanned photo, signature, and other required documents.
- Pay the applicable fee through online mode/MP Kiosk.
- Submit the form and keep a printed confirmation page for records.
- Read the detailed notification before final submission.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of vacancies in MPPSC Scientific Officer Biology Recruitment 2026?
The notification mentions 25 vacancies for Scientific Officer Biology.
What are the application dates for this recruitment?
Online applications start on 2026-04-21 and close on 2026-05-20.
What is the required educational qualification?
Applicants need a Master's degree in the listed life science/forensic disciplines (such as Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Life Science, Forensic Science, etc.) from a recognized university.
What is the age limit for MPPSC Scientific Officer Biology 2026?
Age is counted as on 2027-01-01. The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum is 40 years, with relaxation as per rules.
How much is the application fee?
The fee is Rs. 500/- for General/Other State and Rs. 250/- for EWS/OBC/SC/ST/PH, plus notified portal/correction charges where applicable.
What is the selection method for this post?
The selection process is stated as OMR sheet based.
When will the admit card and exam be held?
Admit card release date is 2026-11-12, and the exam date is 2026-11-22.