MP ADPO Exam Dates 2026 Out: Recruitment, Exam Details, Vacancy & More

Overview: The MPPSC ADPO exam dates have been announced, offering an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a career in the legal and judicial systems of Madhya Pradesh. So, buckle up and start your prep accordingly.

The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) releases the official notification for the recruitment of Assistant District Prosecution Officers (ADPO).

This blog will provide an in-depth overview of the recruitment process, including the notification, vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam syllabus, application process, and preparation strategies to help you excel in this prestigious exam.

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Details about the 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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MPPSC ADPO Recruitment 2026 Overview

MPPSC ADPO Recruitment 2026 aims to 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.

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Recruiting Body	Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC)
Conducting Body	Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission
Exam Name	MPPSC MP ADPO
Post	ADPO (Assistant District Prosecution Officer)
Selection Process	CBT & Interview
Duration of Examination	180 minutes (03 hours)
Exam Cycle	2026
Number of Vacancies	TBA (Will be announced in the official notification)
Job Location	Madhya Pradesh
Language of Exam	Hindi, English
Marking Scheme	Every question has equal mark weightage. 3 marks for every correct answer, and a negative marking of 1 mark is applicable for every wrong response made by the candidate
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 ADPO 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.

MP ADPO Exam Date 2026 (Latest Update)

MP ADPO exam date 2026 is scheduled for 18 October 2026 as per the MPPSC exam calendar. The exact schedule (application, admit card, result) will be confirmed through the official notification.

Exam Cycle	Important Dates
Number of Vacancies	TBA
Online Application Starts	TBA
Online Application Ends	TBA
Correction in the Application Form on the website only	TBA
Admit Card Release	TBA
MP ADPO Exam Date 2026 (MPPSC Calendar)	18th October, 2026
Result Date	TBA

MPPSC ADPO Vacancies 2026

The MPPSC will publish the category- and district-wise details of MP ADPO vacancies 2026 in the official notification. As of now, only the exam date is available via the MPPSC exam calendar, while the vacancy breakup is still awaited.

The number of vacancies can vary each year depending on the department's needs and the number of positions available in different districts of Madhya Pradesh.

Vacancy 2026:

The vacancies for MPPSC ADPO will be categorised by district, and there may be separate reservations for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backwards Classes (OBC), and General categories.

Candidates must check the official notification for accurate vacancy details.

The MP ADPO Exam 2026 notification and updated vacancies are still awaited.

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

Let's check the topics you must cover for the MP ADPO 2026 syllabus: 

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

• BNS, 1860
• Criminal Procedure Code, 1973
• Motor Vehicle Act, 1988
• The Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993
• Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956
• Indian Evidence Act, 2024
• P. Excise Act 2024
• Arms Act, 1959
• The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967
• The Prevention of Damages to Public Property Act, 1984
• The 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
• P. Atyavashyak Seva Sandharan Tatha Vichhinta Nivaran Act – 1979
• Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act – 2005
• Right to Information Act – 2005
• The Madhya Pradesh Lok Sewaon ke Pradan Ki guarantee Adhiniyam – 2010
• The Protection of Children From Sexual Offences Act – 2012
• Young Persons (Harmful Publication) Act – 1956
• The 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
• The 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 MP 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 MP 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 hrs)
Marking Schema	+3(Correct Answer), -1(each wrong 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 application form 2026 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

If you belong to SC/ST, you should pay Rs. 500; others must pay Rs. 1000.

MP ADPO Exam 2026 Admit Card 

MP ADPO Exam 2026 Admit Card can be downloaded from the official website. 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'srMother'sr’s Name
• Exam Date and Time
• Time Duration of the Exam
• Applicant Photograph
• Signature of candidate and exam counsellor

MP ADPO Exam 2026 Result

The result will be published soon after the answer key is released. Note that all activities are conducted online, so be sure to visit the official website frequently. 

Ideally, the main page consists of several notifications. Check the MP ADPO Exam 2026 Result notification to view your results in PDF format.
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