The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission has released the notification for Scientific Officer Biology Recruitment 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 25 vacancies in the biology division through the State Service Examination process. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official MPPSC portal from April 21, 2026, to May 20, 2026. The commission has also announced that the written examination for the Scientific Officer Biology post will be conducted on November 22, 2026. The recruitment notification has generated strong interest among science graduates and postgraduate candidates preparing for state government examinations in Madhya Pradesh.

Online Application Started

MPPSC has activated the online registration process for Scientific Officer Biology Recruitment 2026. Candidates interested in applying for the post must complete the application form through online mode only.

According to the official schedule, May 20, 2026, is the last date to submit the online application form and examination fee. The commission has also provided correction facilities for candidates. Applicants can edit details in their forms from April 26 to May 22, 2026. Officials stated that candidates applying after the regular deadline will also get an opportunity to submit forms with late fees under different phases.

Late Fee Schedule Announced

The commission has introduced two separate late fee phases for candidates unable to apply within the regular registration period. Under Phase I, applications with late fees will be accepted from May 21 to May 27, 2026. Phase II applications with additional late fee provisions can be submitted from May 28 to October 28, 2026.

Officials advised candidates to avoid waiting for late fee phases and complete the registration process before the standard deadline. The admit cards for the examination are expected to be released on November 12, 2026, nearly 10 days before the examination date.

Vacancy Details Released

MPPSC has notified a total of 25 vacancies for the Scientific Officer Biology post. The recruitment is considered important for candidates specialising in biological sciences, forensic sciences and biotechnology-related fields. The selected candidates are expected to work in scientific and forensic departments under the Madhya Pradesh government. The vacancy announcement has become part of the Latest News Today updates in the state recruitment sector, especially among candidates preparing for scientific and technical government jobs.

Educational Qualification Criteria

Candidates applying for the Scientific Officer Biology post must possess a Master’s Degree in relevant biological science disciplines from a recognised university in India. The accepted subjects include Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Forensic Biotechnology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Bioscience, Life Science and Forensic Science.

Officials clarified that candidates with equivalent qualifications in related disciplines may also be considered eligible as per recruitment rules mentioned in the official notification. Applicants have been advised to read the eligibility conditions carefully before submitting the online application form.

Age Limit Details

As per the notification, the minimum age required for the recruitment examination is 21 years, while the upper age limit has been fixed at 40 years as on January 1, 2027. Age relaxation benefits will be provided to reserved category candidates according to Madhya Pradesh government recruitment rules and existing reservation policies. The commission stated that candidates must ensure their age and educational details match the official documents uploaded during the application process.

Recruitment Process Explained

Candidates applying for MPPSC Scientific Officer Biology Recruitment 2026 will have to undergo a written examination followed by further selection procedures prescribed by the commission. The written examination is scheduled for November 22, 2026, at designated examination centres.

Detailed information regarding exam pattern, syllabus and selection process is available in the recruitment notification issued by MPPSC. Experts said the examination is expected to test candidates on subject knowledge, analytical ability and scientific concepts related to biology and forensic sciences.

Documents Required Online

Applicants have been advised to keep all required documents ready before starting the online application process.Candidates will need educational certificates, identity proof, address details, scanned photographs, signatures and other supporting documents during form submission. Officials also instructed candidates to review every detail carefully before final submission to avoid rejection due to incorrect information. Applications submitted without payment of examination fees will not be considered complete by the commission. Candidates have also been advised to keep a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference.

Government Recruitment Interest Grows

Recruitment examinations conducted by MPPSC continue to attract thousands of applicants across Madhya Pradesh every year due to increasing demand for stable government employment. The Scientific Officer Biology recruitment drive is expected to witness strong competition because of limited vacancies and specialised educational requirements.

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