The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has officially announced the State Eligibility Test (SET) 2025 Notification. If you’re looking to become an Assistant Professor in Madhya Pradesh, this exam is your gateway to government teaching positions.
In this article, we’ll walk you through MPPSC SET 2025 eligibility criteria, application process, syllabus, exam pattern, fees, and important dates all verified from the official MPPSC circular.
Official Website Links:
https://www.mppsc.mp.gov.in
https://www.mponline.gov.in
Important Dates: MP SET 2025 Schedule
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | — | 15 October 2025 |
| Online Application Begins | 25 October 2025 | — |
| Last Date to Apply Online | — | 20 November 2025 |
| Correction Window | 21 Nov 2025 | 28 Nov 2025 |
| Very Late Correction Window (with ₹25,000 fee) | — | 29 Nov 2025 |
| Probable Exam Date | — | 11 January 2026 |
Tip: Apply early to avoid last-minute server issues.
MPPSC SET 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Master’s degree or equivalent with the following specializations recognized:
- M.A., M.Sc., M.Com., MBA, LLM, M.Lib.Sc., M.P.Ed., M.C.A., Acharya (Sanskrit), MPES, Integrated BS-MS, etc.
Minimum Marks
- General/Unreserved: 55% aggregate (without rounding off)
- Reserved (MP Domicile only – SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD): 50% aggregate
- Relaxation: 5% relaxation for candidates who appeared before 19 Sept 1991 in SET/UGC/CSIR JRF.
Age Limit
- Minimum: 21 years (as of 15.10.2025)
- No upper age limit for SET 2025.
Appearing Candidates
Those awaiting results may apply but must achieve required marks within two years of the result declaration.
Application Fees
| Category | Fee | Portal Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/PwD (MP Only) | ₹250 | ₹40 | ₹290 |
| Others (including General/Other States) | ₹500 | ₹40 | ₹540 |
Additional fees:
- Correction Fee: ₹50 + portal charge
- Late Correction Fee: ₹3,000 (21–28 Nov 2025)
- Very Late Fee: ₹25,000 (till 29 Nov 2025)
Exam Pattern & Syllabus (MP SET 2025)
Structure
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Teaching & Research Aptitude | 50 | 100 | 3 Hours (Combined) |
| Paper II | Subject Specific | 100 | 200 |
Total: 150 Questions | 300 Marks
No Negative Marking
Key Highlights
- Objective-type (MCQs, Matching, Assertion-Reasoning, True/False).
- PwD candidates get extended time: 70 min (Paper I) & 140 min (Paper II).
- Qualifying Marks:
- General: 40% aggregate
- Reserved: 35% aggregate
Syllabus Reference: Candidates can download subject-wise syllabi from
https://www.ugcnetonline.in/syllabus-new.php
https://csirhrdg.res.in
Subjects Offered for MPPSC SET 2025
Subjects include but are not limited to:
Commerce, Economics, English, Hindi, Political Science, Sociology, Life Sciences, Law, Management, Computer Science, Education, Yoga, Physical Science, Chemical Science, and many more.
How to Apply Online for MPPSC SET 2025
Follow these steps carefully to submit your MP SET Online Form 2025:
- Visit www.mponline.gov.in or www.mppsc.mp.gov.in.
- Click on “Apply Online – MP SET 2025.”
- Fill in personal, academic, and contact details accurately.
- Upload recent photograph and signature (size: 25KB–200KB).
- Pay the application fee online via Debit/Credit/Net Banking.
- Download and print your application form and payment receipt.
- For unpaid or failed transactions, use the “Pay for Unpaid Application” link on the portal.
Helpdesk:
- Phone: 0755-6720210 / 0755-6720211
- Email: mppsset.helpdesk@mp.gov.in
Result & Certificate Details
Successful candidates will receive a Provisional e-Certificate from MPPSC online.
Keep checking the MPPSC Result Portal for updates.
Candidates must ensure eligibility verification before downloading the certificate.
Important Instructions
- Use only a black ballpoint pen on OMR sheets.
- Any Unfair Means (UFM) such as impersonation, copying, or unauthorized materials will lead to cancellation.
- Print and preserve all documents till recruitment completion.
External Links & References
- Official Notification PDF: MPPSC SET 2025 Notification PDF
- Apply Online Portal: MP Online
- UGC NET Syllabus Reference: UGC NET Official Syllabus
- CSIR HRDG: https://csirhrdg.res.in
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