Organization: Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC)
Post Name: Assistant Town Planner (ATP)
Advertisement No.: 02/2026
Job Location: Madhya Pradesh
Job Type: Government Job (Gazetted)
About the Post
Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has invited online applications for the post of Assistant Town Planner (ATP) under the Town and Country Planning Department. This recruitment aims to strengthen urban and regional planning functions across the state, including master planning, development control, and infrastructure coordination.
Vacancy Details
- Post: Assistant Town Planner
- Total Vacancies: As per MPPSC Notification (Category-wise reservation applicable as per MP Govt. rules)
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Town & Country Planning / Urban Planning / Regional Planning / Architecture / Civil Engineering
OR - Post-Graduate Degree/Diploma in Town Planning or Regional Planning
from a recognized university/institution.
(Degree must be recognized by AICTE / UGC or equivalent authority.)
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2027)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC / ST / OBC / PwBD / MP Govt. Employees – as per MP Government norms
Pay Scale
- Pay Level: Level-10
- Salary Range: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month
- Additional allowances as per state government rules.
Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in three stages:
- Written Examination
- Objective Type (OMR based)
- Subject-specific + General Studies
- Negative marking applicable
- Interview / Personality Test
- Document Verification
Exam Pattern (Overview)
- Mode: Offline (OMR Sheet)
- Questions: Multiple Choice
- Medium: Hindi & English
- Negative Marking: Yes
(Detailed syllabus and paper structure available in the official notification.)
Application Fee
- General / Other State Candidates: ₹500
- SC / ST / OBC / EWS (MP Domicile): ₹250
- Portal Fee: Extra as applicable
- Fee Mode: Online only
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 02 February 2026
- Online Application Start: 20 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 19 March 2026 (till 12:00 noon)
- Application Correction Window: 25 February – 21 March 2026
- Exam Date: 10 September 2026
- Result Declaration: 20 September 2026
How to Apply
- Visit the official MPPSC website
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay the application fee
- Submit and download the confirmation page
Documents Required
- Educational certificates
- Age proof
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- MP domicile certificate (if applicable)
- Photo & signature
- Valid ID proof
Important Instructions
- Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying.
- Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected.
- All updates will be published only on the official website.
- No offline applications will be accepted.
Official Source
This job post is based on the official MPPSC Assistant Town Planner Notification 2026
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