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MPPSC Law Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Class-II Gazetted Jail Department Posts Under Advt 13/2026

Advt No: Advt. No. 13/2026•Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission

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Law Officer (Class-II Gazetted) - Jail Department

Min Qualification

LLB LLM

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Age Limit & Cut-off

21 – 40 Yrs

as on 1 Jan 2027

Pay Scale / Salary

₹56,100–₹1,77,500

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Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (Advt No: Advt. No. 13/2026)

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About this Recruitment

The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released Advertisement No. 13/2026 inviting online applications for 4 Class-II Gazetted vacancies of Law Officer in the Jail Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university and demonstrate at least 2 years of active continuous legal practice as an advocate in a court of law. Selected officers are placed in the prestigious MP Civil Services 7th Pay Matrix Level-12 (₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500) with starting gross monthly emoluments of ₹90,000 to ₹98,000. The age limit is 21 to 40 years as on 1 January 2027, with relaxation up to 45 years for Madhya Pradesh domicile reserved categories and female applicants. The selection process consists of an OMR-based written examination scheduled for 13 December 2026 at Indore, followed by a personal interview (50 marks). Online applications are accepted on mponline.gov.in and mppsc.mp.gov.in until 5 November 2026, with an online application edit facility available until 7 November 2026.

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Class-II Gazetted legal appointment in the Jail Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh.
Total 4 vacancies open for qualified law graduates with minimum 2 years of active bar practice.
High-tier pay scale: Pay Level-12 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) with gross emoluments of ₹90,000 – ₹98,000/month.
Age eligibility: 21 to 40 years (calculated as on 1 January 2027), extendable to 45 years for MP domicile reserved & women applicants.
Written examination scheduled for 13 December 2026 at Indore, followed by a 50-mark viva-voce.
Online registration active until 5 November 2026 with correction window extending to 7 November 2026.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

40 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 January 2027

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

SC / ST / OBC / Women Candidates of Madhya Pradesh: +5 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) of MP: +5 Years

Ex-Servicemen (Defence Personnel): +3 Years

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Educational Eligibility: LLB LLM

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

8 October 2026

Application Start Date

15 October 2026

Last Date to Apply

5 November 2026

Exam Date

13 December 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Law Officer (Class-II Gazetted) - Jail Department	4	LLB LLM

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: MP 7th Pay Matrix Level-12 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) plus Dearness Allowance and State HRA

Official Pay Scale

₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):

Ministry of Finance City Classification

Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹56,100

Dearness Allowance (DA)50%

₹28,050

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹10,098

Transport Allowance (TA)₹5,400

Gross Monthly Salary₹99,648

Standard Deductions

Statutory

National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)

-₹8,415

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹650

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹9,125

Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹90,523

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹11.96 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

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Stage 1: Written Examination (OMR Objective Test)

Exam Mode: Offline OMR Based Multiple Choice Test

180 Minutes

Total Marks: 450

Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted for every incorrect response (3 marks per question)

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks	Duration
Part A: General Knowledge of MP, National & International Current Affairs, ICT	50	150	60 min
Part B: Law & Jurisprudence (Constitutional, Criminal & Civil Laws)	100	300	120 min

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

Visit the official MPPSC recruitment portal at https://mppsc.mp.gov.in or MPOnline at https://mponline.gov.in.

Navigate to 'Apply Online' and click on 'Recruitment for Law Officer 2026 (Advt No. 13/2026)'.

Read the detailed instructions and proceed to 'Application Form' submission.

Enter personal identity data, MP Employment Portal (Rojgar Panjiyan) details, and residential status.

Input academic details including LLB degree university, passing year, and percentage.

Enter Bar Council registration number and details of 2 years active legal practice as an advocate.

Upload scanned photograph and signature strictly as per prescribed dimensions.

Verify all details thoroughly in the form preview before making the final submission.

Pay the application fee (₹500 for Unreserved / ₹250 for MP Reserved + ₹40 portal charge) via net banking, debit card, or UPI.

Print and download the completed application form along with the transaction receipt for reference.

Document Upload Specifications

Verified Official Format

Scanned Recent Passport Size Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, white background, clear frontal face

Scanned Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, black ink on white paper

Bar Council Enrollment Certificate

Proof of enrollment as an advocate with the State Bar Council

Advocate Practice Experience Certificate

Certificate from Bar Association President/Secretary or Court verifying 2 years active practice

LLB Degree Certificate & Marksheets

Verifying completion of Bachelor's degree in Law

MP Domicile & Caste/EWS Certificate (if applicable)

Issued by competent Madhya Pradesh revenue authority for fee concession and reservation

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Application Fee Details

MP Unreserved & All Candidates Outside Madhya Pradesh₹500

SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / EWS / PwD Candidates of Madhya Pradesh₹250

Payment Modes: Online Payment via MPOnline Portal / Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI (Plus ₹40 Portal Service Charge)

Selection Process

Stage 1: Written Examination (OMR-based Objective Test on Law & MP General Knowledge at Indore)

Stage 2: Personal Interview (Evaluation of Legal Acumen & Courtroom Experience, 50 Marks)

Stage 3: Document Verification (DV) and State Medical Fitness Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the post and pay scale in MPPSC Advt 13/2026?

The recruitment is for Law Officer (Class-II Gazetted) in the Jail Department with salary in Pay Level-12 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) under the 7th Pay Commission.

What is the educational and experience qualification required?

Candidates must hold an LLB degree from a recognized university and have at least 2 years of active practice experience as an advocate in a court of law.

What is the application fee for MPPSC Law Officer?

The application fee is ₹500 for Unreserved and candidates from outside MP, and ₹250 for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD candidates of MP, plus ₹40 MPOnline portal charges.

When is the MPPSC Law Officer written examination scheduled?

The written test is scheduled to be conducted on 13 December 2026 at examination centers in Indore, with admit cards available from 3 December 2026.

What is the last date to apply and edit the application?

The last date to submit the online application is 5 November 2026. The application correction window remains open until 7 November 2026.

Can advocates from outside Madhya Pradesh apply?

Yes, eligible advocates from all Indian states can apply under the Unreserved category, provided they meet the educational and experience requirements.