MP ADPO Exam Date 2026: Recruitment, Exam Details, Vacancy & More

The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has announced a notification for the recruitment of MP ADPO 2026 for 107 posts.

• The official notification was released on 10 March 2026.
• The MPPSC ADPO Exam Date 2026 has been officially rescheduled for November 1, 2026 and will be held from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM  by Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC); earlier it was scheduled for 18 October 2026.
• Admit cards were available for download from 21 October 2026.
• The selection process will take place in two stages and covers a detailed syllabus.

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MP ADPO 2026 Question Paper and Answer Key Download Link

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What is MP ADPO Exam 2026?

The Assistant District Prosecution Officer (ADPO) plays a crucial role in the Madhya Pradesh legal system.

The MP ADPO serves as the prosecution's representative in criminal cases in the district courts of Madhya Pradesh. The role requires extensive knowledge of criminal law and legal procedures, as well as the ability to represent the state's interests in legal proceedings.

This position is well-suited for law graduates who wish to make a meaningful contribution to the legal system while enjoying a rewarding career.

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MP ADPO Recruitment 2026 Overview

MP ADPO Recruitment 2026 select qualified candidates for various positions in the legal and prosecution departments of Madhya Pradesh.

The MPPSC handles the recruitment process, and successful candidates will be placed as Assistant District Prosecution Officers across various districts of Madhya Pradesh.

Particular	Details
Recruiting Body	Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC)
Conducting Body	Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission
Exam Name	MPPSC  ADPO
Post	ADPO (Assistant District Prosecution Officer)
Selection Process	Mains & Interview
Duration of Examination	180 minutes (3 hours)
Exam Cycle	2026
Number of Vacancies	107
Job Location	Madhya Pradesh
Language of Exam	Hindi, English
Marking Scheme	Each question carries equal marks: 3 marks for every correct answer and a deduction of 1 mark for every incorrect answer.
Official Website	mppsc.mp.gov.in

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MP ADPO Exam 2026 Highlights

• Your MP ADPO Exam 2026 selection process consists of a Computer-Based Test (CBT) & Interview.
• If you have completed a graduation in Law satisfying all other eligibility criteria, you can apply for the MP ADPO 2026 posts.
• Your MP ADPO age limit must be 40 years; there is an age relaxation for reserved classes.
• You can apply for the MP ADPO Exam 2026 online only, and the admit cards must be downloaded and printed before entering the exam centre.

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MP ADPO Exam Date 2026 (Latest Update)

MPPSC ADPO exam date 2026 is scheduled for 1st November 2026 as per the MPPSC exam calendar. The exact schedule (application, admit card, and result) will be confirmed through the official notification.

Exam Cycle	Important Dates
Number of Vacancies	107
Online Application Reopens	10 July 2026
Online Application Closes	24 July 2026
Online Application with Late Fee of ₹3,000	25–31 July 2026
Online Application with Late Fee of ₹25,000	1 August–23 September 2026
Application Form Correction on the Website Only	Until 23 September 2026
Admit Card Release date	21 October 2026
MP ADPO Exam Date 2026 (MPPSC Calendar)	1 November 2026
Result Date	To be announced

MP ADPO Vacancy 2026

MP ADPO vacancies are divided as per category - wise reservation rules applicable in MP. Candidates planning to apply for the MP ADPO Exam 2026 must check official notification to confirm the number of vacancies, reservation details, eligibility conditions, and other recruitment-related instructions.

The candidates are advised to regularly visit the official MPPSC website for any updates or corrections related to the MPPSC ADPO Vacancy 2026.

MP ADPO Vacancy 2026: Category-Wise Details

Category	Vacancies
UR (General)	29
SC	17
ST	21
OBC	29
EWS	11
Total	107

MP ADPO Exam 2026 Eligibility

The MP ADPO Eligibility 2026 is as follows: 

• You must be a citizen of India.
• You must hold a law degree or its equivalent from a recognised university. First-division candidates and practitioners with 2 years of Bar experience will have greater preference.
• You must be documented in the employment office of the state of Madhya Pradesh.
• Generally, your age limit is 21 to 40 years, with relaxation for PwS and backward classes. 

MP ADPO Exam 2026 Syllabus

MP ADPO Exam 2026  Syllabus is divided into two divisions, namely; 

• Section A - General Awareness of Madhya Pradesh, India & World
• Section B - Law

Paper 1: - GK; Marks 150; Questions; 50

• Politics and Economy of M.P.
• Information and Communication Technology
• History, culture, and literature of M.P.
• Geography
• Current events of International, National, and M.P.

Paper 2: - Law; Marks 300; Questions; 100

• Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023
• Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023
• Motor Vehicle Act, 1988
• Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993
• Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956
• Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA)
• MP Excise Act 2024
• Arms Act, 1959
• Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967
• Prevention of Damages to Public Property Act, 1984
• Madhya Pradesh Rajya Suraksha Adhiniyam – 1990
• Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013
• National Investigation Agency Act – 2008
• Dowry Prohibition Act – 1961 and Dowry Prohibition (Maintenance of Lists of Presents to the Bride and 
• Bridegroom) Rules 1985
• Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
• MP Atyavashyak Seva Sandharan Tatha Vichhinta Nivaran Act – 1979
• Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act – 2005
• Right to Information Act – 2005
• Madhya Pradesh Lok Sewaon ke Pradan Ki guarantee Adhiniyam – 2010
• Protection of Children From Sexual Offences Act – 2012
• Young Persons (Harmful Publication) Act – 1956
• Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act – 1994
• Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act -1989
• Prohibition of Child Marriage Act – 2006
• Prevention Of Corruption Act – 1988
• Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act – 1985
• Information Technology Act
• Madhya Pradesh Vishesh Nyayalaya Adhiniyam – 2011
• Juvenile Justice (Care & Protection of Children) Act – 2015

MP ADPO Exam Pattern 2026

The MP ADPO selection process includes a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by a Viva-Voce (Interview). 
The CBT is an objective test with negative marking (-1) and +3 marks for each correct answer.

The MPPSC ADPO Exam 2026 was conducted in two stages:

• First Stage: - Preliminary EStageation (Objective type) 
• Second stage: - Viva-voce (Personal interview)

Part A consists of General Awareness of Madhya Pradesh, General Awareness of India, and General Awareness of the world topics. 

Part B consists of Law Knowledge. 

The exam is conducted for 3 hours (each paper as per the MPPSC ADPO exam pattern).

MP ADPO Exam Pattern Overview

Stage 1	CBT (Objective)
Total Questions	150
Total Marks	450 (each question carries 3 marks)
Duration	180 minutes (3 hours)
Marking Scheme	+3 for each correct answer; -1 for each incorrect answer
Language	Hindi & English
Interview Marks	50

If you qualify for the written test, you will be called in for the interview process. 

Interview process: 

• This round is conducted for 50 marks.
• The marks obtained in the Viva-voce will be added to the marks obtained in the CBT examination to prepare the final merit list.

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MP ADPO Exam 2026 Application Process

MP ADPO exam 2026 application form will be released on the official MPPSC website. The application start/end dates are currently not updated by MPPSC and will be confirmed through the official notification.

Step 1: Visit the official website - mppsc.mp.gov.in

Step 2: Proceed to the application link for the MP ADPO post.

Step 3: Click on the Recruitment for MP ADPO post.

Step 4: Provide your personal details, qualification details, and other requested information. You should also upload scanned copies of the required documents in the prescribed format. 

Step 6: Pay the application fee as per your category

Step 7: Submit the application. 

The MP ADPO exam date 2026 is 18 October 2026 (MPPSC calendar), while the application schedule is awaited.

MP ADPO Exam 2026 Application Fee

The MP ADPO Exam 2026 application fee may vary depending on the category and domicile status of candidates category and domicile status. Candidates belonging to the General category and applicants from other states are required to pay ₹500 as the application fee.

Candidates who are residents of Madhya Pradesh and belong to the SC, ST, OBC, or EWS categories need to pay a less application fee of ₹250. In addition to the application fee, all candidates must pay a ₹40 portal fee. If any corrections are made in the submitted application form, an additional ₹50 correction fee will be applicable.

MP ADPO 2026 Application Fee Details

Category	Application Fee
General / Other State Candidates	₹500
SC / ST / OBC / EWS (MP Residents)	₹250
Portal Fee	₹40
Application Correction Fee	₹50

MP ADPO Exam 2026 Admit Card 

The MPPSC ADPO admit card 2026 is released on 21 October 2026 and available to download from the official website of MPPSC. Once you download, verify if the following information is correctly mentioned. 

• Name of Candidate
• DOB
• Roll Number
• Examination Name
• Category (ST/ SC/ BC & Other)
• Exam Centre
• Father’s Name
• Exam Date and Time
• Time Duration of the Exam
• Applicant Photograph
• Signature of candidate and exam counsellor

MP ADPO Exam 2026 Result and Answer key

The result is published soon after the answer key is released. Note that all activities are conducted online, so be sure to visit the official website frequently. The main page of official website consists of several notifications. Check the MP ADPO Exam 2026 Result notification to view your results in PDF format.

The MP ADPO Exam 2026 needs a proper and structured study plan. Candidates should cover the syllabus thoroughly, revise key legal topics, and practise previous-year questions regularly.

• Follow the latest exam pattern and syllabus.
• Focus on important legal subjects and current affairs.
• Revise regularly and practise mock tests.
• Keep checking official updates for important exam notifications.

The official MP ADPO answer key 2026 has not been released yet.

• The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) conducted the Assistant District Prosecution Officer (ADPO) written exam on 1 November 2026.
• MPPSC is expected to release the provisional answer key on mppsc.mp.gov.in within the first week of November. Until then, candidates can check the answer key pdf prepared by Judiciary Gold experts in the above button.
• Each correct answer carries 3 marks and each wrong answer carries a deduction of 1 mark. Unattempted questions get zero marks.

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