The Urban Development Department of Madhya Pradesh has announced an exciting opportunity for candidates interested in city planning and related fields. The state government is inviting applications for the post of Assistant Town Planner with an attractive salary package.
MP Assistant Town Planner Recruitment 2026
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released the official notification for Assistant Town Planner vacancies under the Urban Development Department. Eligible candidates can apply on the official website mppsc.mp.gov.in. While the notification is already available, the application process will begin shortly.
Key Details:
- Recruiting Body: Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC)
- Department: Urban Development Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh
- Category: Gazetted, Group II
- Post Name: Assistant Town Planner (Permanent)
- Advertisement No.: 02/2026
- Total Vacancies: 39
- Official Website: mppsc.mp.gov.in
- Application Start Date: 20 February 2026
- Application End Date: 19 March 2026
- Examination Date: 20 September 2026
- Salary: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
- Selection Process: Written Examination
- Application Fee:
- SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/Divyang – ₹250
- All other categories – ₹500
Job Profile
The primary responsibility of an Assistant Town Planner is to prepare development plans and reports based on collected statistics for regional planning. The role also involves guiding the implementation of these plans.
Eligibility Criteria
- Education: A 4-year graduate degree in Planning from a recognized institution.
- Additional Qualifications: Candidates with a postgraduate degree (M.Plan) or who have cleared the AITP examination in urban, regional, housing, rural, infrastructure, transportation, land-use planning, urban design, or environmental planning are also eligible. BE/ME in Transport or Civil Engineering will not be considered.
- Age Limit: 21 to 40 years (relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories).
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online through the MPPSC official portal mppsc.mp.gov.in. Those who have registered for previous MPPSC recruitments can log in using their registration number, while new candidates must complete a new registration.
Application Steps:
- Complete the New Registration by providing mobile number, email ID, and basic personal details.
- Log in with the generated registration number to access the application form.
- Fill in personal details, date of birth, category, address, and other required information.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph and signature in the specified format.
- Pay the application fee according to your category.
- Save and print the confirmation page for future reference.
For more details and updates, candidates should regularly visit the official MPPSC website.
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