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Good news for teaching aspirants! MPPSC has released the MP SET Notification 2025 for candidates looking to become Assistant Professors in Madhya Pradesh colleges and universities for 31 subjects. The application link for MP SET 2025 will be active on 25 October 2025, and candidates will be able to apply till 20 November 2025 on the Commission’s website. The MP SET Exam 2025 will be on 11 January 2026, providing candidates with sufficient time to prepare. Keep reading for more details about the MP SET Exam 2025.
MP SET Notification 2025 Out
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released a detailed notice for the MP SET 2025 Exam, which includes the application link, exam date, with syllabus. The MP SET 2025 will be organized for a wide range of 31 subjects, covering science, commerce, arts, languages, and traditional disciplines. The exam syllabus will be in line with the UGC NET and CSIR NET syllabi already available on the Commission’s website.
MP SET 2025: Highlights
The MP SET 2025 Exam is held to recruit candidates for the position of Assistant Professor in higher education institutions. The exam will be available in two languages: Hindi and English. Interested candidates should check the official notification for more details and start preparing early.
MP SET 2025 | |
Conducting Body | Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) |
Exam Name | MP SET 2025 |
Full Form | Madhya Pradesh State Eligibility Test |
Level | State Level |
Application process | 25 October 2025- 20 November 2025 |
Correction Window | 30 October 2025- 22 November 2025 |
Exam Date | 11 January 2026 |
Mode of Exam | Offline |
Number of Papers | 2 (Paper 1 and Paper 2) |
Exam Duration | 3 hours |
Negative Marking | No |
Official Website | https://mppsc.mp.gov.in/ |
Official Notice |
MP SET Exam Date 2025 OUT
The Madhya Pradesh State Eligibility Test (MP SET) 2025 will be conducted on 11 January 2026 as per the notification issued by the Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. The subject-wise exam schedule, along with detailed guidelines for candidates, will be released soon on the Commission’s website.
MP State Eligibility Test Subject List
The MP SET 2025 will be conducted for candidates aspiring to become Assistant Professors in Madhya Pradesh colleges and universities. The exam will cover a wide range of 31 subjects, including science, arts, commerce, languages, and traditional disciplines. Candidates can refer to this comprehensive list of subjects to plan their preparation according to their specialization.
MP TET Eligibility Criteria 2025
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a Master’s degree or equivalent in the relevant subject from a recognized university. The minimum required percentage is typically 55% for general category candidates, and 50% for reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC/PWD).
- Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for candidates applying for the MP SET Exam. However, candidates must meet the educational qualification criteria as of the date specified in the official notification.
- Reservation: Candidates from reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, etc.) will be given age relaxation and relaxation in the minimum required percentage of marks as per government rules.
- Appearing Candidates: Candidates who are in the final year of their Master’s degree or have appeared for the final exams and are waiting for results may also apply, but they must complete their degree before the result declaration of the MP SET 2025 exam.
- Domicile: Candidates must be residents of Madhya Pradesh. However, certain relaxations may apply to candidates from other states depending on the specific rules stated in the notification.
How to Apply for MP SET 2025?
To apply for the MP SET 2025, candidates need to visit the official website of the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC).
- First, they must register by providing basic details like name, email ID, and mobile number.
- After registration, candidates can log in and fill out the application form by entering their personal, educational, and contact information.
- They also need to upload scanned copies of their photo and signature in the required format.
- Once the form is filled out, candidates must pay the application fee online.
- After successful payment, they should submit the form and take a printout for future use.
MP SET Application Fee
According to the notification, the application fee is Rs. 500 for General Category candidates (including a Rs. 40 portal fee). For reserved category candidates, the fee is Rs. 250. The fee must be paid online using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or other available options. Forms without the fee will not be accepted.
Category | Examination Fee | Additional Portal Fee | Total Payable | Correction Fee |
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For the native residents of Madhya Pradesh belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Class (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, and Divyang (PwD) category applicants | ₹250/- | ₹40/- (Portal charge extra) | ₹290/- | ₹50/- per correction session |
For other categories and applicants residing outside Madhya Pradesh | ₹500/- | ₹40/- (Portal charge extra) | ₹540/- | ₹50/- per correction session |
Late Fee – First Phase
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Schedule
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Date for filling the online application form with a late fee
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21.11.2025 to 28.11.2025
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₹ 3,000/- (₹ 40/- portal fee extra payable)
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Error correction
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23.11.2025 to 30.11.2025
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₹ 50/- per correction session
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Late Fee – Second Phase
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Date for filling the online application form with a late fee
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29.11.2025 to 10 days before the exam date
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₹ 25,000/-(₹ 40/- portal fee extra payable)
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Error correction
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01.12.2025 to 08 days before the exam date
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₹ 50/- per correction session
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MP State Eligibility Test Subject List
Subject Code | Subject Name |
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01 | Chemistry |
02 | Commerce |
03 | Computer Science and Applications |
04 | Criminology |
05 | Defence and Strategic Studies |
06 | Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, and Planetary Sciences |
07 | Economics |
08 | English |
09 | Geography |
10 | Hindi |
11 | History |
12 | Home Science |
13 | Method |
14 | Library and Information Science |
15 | Biology |
16 | Management |
17 | Mathematical Sciences |
18 | Dance |
19 | Philosophy |
20 | Physical Education |
21 | Physics |
22 | Political Science |
23 | Psychology |
24 | Marathi |
25 | Music |
26 | Sanskrit |
27 | Sociology |
28 | Traditional Sanskrit Subject (Astrology, Oriental Literature, Grammar, Theology) |
29 | Urdu |
30 | Painting |
31 | Yoga |
MP SET Syllabus
The MP SET exam tests your teaching and research aptitude through a General Paper (Paper 1) and assesses your subject knowledge in a specific chosen subject (Paper 2). Paper 1 covers communication, reasoning, data analysis, and educational concepts. While the syllabus for Paper 2 varies by subject, it generally focuses on core concepts, recent advancements, and teaching methodologies relevant to your chosen field.
- Exam Date: 11 January 2026
- Number of Papers: 2 (Paper 1 & Paper 2)
- Total Marks: 200 (100 each for Paper 1 & Paper 2)
- Mode of Exam: Offline
MP SET Exam Pattern 2025
The Madhya Pradesh SET 2025 is a state-level exam conducted by the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) to determine eligibility for Assistant Professor posts in the state’s colleges and universities. The exam includes two papers, both with objective-type questions and no breaks in between. There is no negative marking for wrong answers. Candidates can check the detailed exam pattern in the table below.
- Paper 1 is a General Paper on Teaching and Research Aptitude, compulsory for all candidates. It consists of 50 questions to be answered in 60 minutes.
- Paper 2 is based on the chosen subject of the candidate. It consists of 100 questions to be answered in 120 minutes.
Paper | Subject | Number of Questions | Time Duration | Marks |
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Paper 1 | General Teaching and Research Aptitude | 50 | 1 Hour | 100 |
Paper 2 | Chosen Subject | 100 | 2 Hours | 200 |
Total | 150 | 3 Hours | 300 |