Mp Cost Recruitment 2026 — Official Vacancy Notification
Official recruitment notice issued by Mp Cost for the post of Administrative & Technical Staff Cadre. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Mpcost (Tender: General Gover | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Mpcost (Tender: Aviation / Ai | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Access the official MPCOST recruitment portal, click on the active registration link, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal, contact, and academic details.
Log in with generated credentials to fill the detailed application form, ensuring accurate entry of educational qualifications, research experience, and specific technical skills required for the post.
Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, degree certificates, category certificates, and passport-sized photograph with signature in the prescribed format and size limits.
Proceed to the secure payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated payment receipt.
Submit the final application form, print the confirmation page for future reference, and regularly check the portal for the release of the admit card prior to examination.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Mpcost PDF Document Notice Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.
| Selection Phase / Exam Paper | Weightage & Duration | Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Written Screening Test | 100 Marks, 120 Minutes | General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, General Science, Basic Computer Applications, English Language Proficiency |
| Stage 2: Technical Domain Specialization | 100 Marks, 120 Minutes | Research Methodology, Data Analysis and GIS, Information Technology, Environmental Science and Technology, Intellectual Property Rights |
| Stage 3: Personal Interview and Presentation | 50 Marks, 30 Minutes | Technical Presentation, Communication Skills, Domain Knowledge Evaluation, Problem Solving Scenarios, Past Research Projects |
| Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination | Qualifying, No Marks | Verification of Original Academic Degrees, Caste and Category Certificates Validation, No Objection Certificate from Current Employer, Standard Medical Fitness Assessment |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The recruitment under MPCOST (Madhya Pradesh Council of Science and Technology) for Scientific and Technical cadres aligns with the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 10 (Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 56,100). With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 29,733), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities like Bhopal at 18% (Rs. 10,098), the compensation is highly competitive. Factoring in Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 1,01,439. After statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and Professional Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at Rs. 91,500. This structured pay scale ensures long-term financial growth, periodic increments, and comprehensive social security benefits under the Madhya Pradesh state government guidelines.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) and Madhya Pradesh State Government guidelines, statutory reservations are strictly implemented. Age relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates are provided. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Women candidates benefit from age relaxation and fee concessions as per state policies. All reservation claims must be supported by valid, competent authority-issued certificates during the document verification stage.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Mpcost PDF Document Notice Recruitm
The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are set at 40% for General/EWS categories and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories in each stage of the selection process.
Yes, if the written screening test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method will be used to ensure equity across different difficulty levels.
Selected candidates must execute a service agreement bond to serve the council for a minimum period of two years, failing which they must refund specified training costs.
Recruited officers undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and technical output are closely monitored before confirmation.
The comprehensive, post-specific technical syllabus is published alongside the official notification on the MPCOST portal and can be downloaded directly from the recruitment section.
The primary posting location is the MPCOST headquarters in Bhopal, but officers may be deployed to any regional science center or field project site across Madhya Pradesh.