The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released the much-awaited notification for the recruitment of Food Safety Officers (FSO) under Advt. No. 04/2025 dated 23 June 2025. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for candidates with qualifications in food science, agriculture, veterinary science, chemistry, and medical-related fields.
Let’s dive into the complete details regarding eligibility, important dates, vacancy distribution, selection process, and application procedure.
📢 Overview of the Recruitment
- Post Name: Food Safety Officer (FSO)
- Department: Public Health and Family Welfare, Madhya Pradesh
- Advt No.: 04/2025
- Total Vacancies: 113
- Pay Scale: ₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800 (Level-10 Pay Matrix)
- Job Type: Permanent, Executive Class III
- Mode of Application: Online
- Official Website: www.mppsc.mp.gov.in
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 23 June 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 11 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 August 2025 (till 12:00 Noon) |
| Correction Window | 16 July – 12 August 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
| Written Exam Date | To be notified |
📊 Vacancy Details (Total: 113 Posts)
| Category | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Quota (87%) | 14 | 8 | 17 | 23 | 20 | 82 |
| Horizontal Reservation (13%) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 (HH Category) |
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PwD Reservation: Only for Hearing Handicapped (HH) category.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Candidate must possess a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in any of the following streams from a recognized university:
Relevant Subjects:
- Food Technology
- Dairy Technology
- Biotechnology
- Oil Technology
- Agricultural Science
- Veterinary Science
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Master’s Degree in Chemistry
- Degree in Medicine (MBBS/BDS/BAMS/BHMS/BSMS/BUMS)
Additional Requirement:
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A 3-month computer diploma/certificate from a recognized institution.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026):
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
(Age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per MP Government rules)
📝 Selection Process
- Written Examination (OMR-Based Objective Paper)
- Merit List Preparation based on written exam scores
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Test
🧾 Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The written test will include topics such as:
- FSSAI Act & Regulations (2006)
- Food Quality & Safety Management
- Microbiology and Biochemistry
- Public Health and Nutrition
- Current Affairs, General Science
- General Knowledge of Madhya Pradesh
- Reasoning and Aptitude
Detailed syllabus will be available on the MPPSC website soon.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other States | ₹500/- |
| MP Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) | ₹250/- |
| Portal Charges (All Categories) | ₹40/- extra |
| Correction Fee (if any) | ₹50/- |
🧾 How to Apply?
- Visit the official website: www.mppsc.mp.gov.in or www.mponline.gov.in
- Click on “Apply Online” under Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2025.
- Fill in the required personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload scanned copies of documents and a passport-size photo.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation page for future reference.
📌 Documents Required
- Class 10th & 12th Marksheet
- Graduation / Post-Graduation Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate (for MP candidates)
- PwD Certificate (for Divyang candidates)
- Valid Photo ID (Aadhar Card, PAN, Voter ID, etc.)
- 3-Month Computer Certificate
🛑 Important Instructions
- The age will be calculated as of 01.01.2026.
- Candidates must submit a valid computer diploma along with their degree.
- Final selection will be based solely on performance in the written exam and document verification.
- One-time correction facility is available between 16 July and 12 August 2025 for a fee of ₹50.
🔗 Official Notification PDF
📥 Click here to download the official MPPSC FSO Notification 2025 (PDF)
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