The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has officially released the notification for the recruitment of Food Safety Officer (FSO) for the year 2025. A total of 120 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive. This is a great opportunity for individuals who hold a background in food technology or related fields and are looking to work in a government role ensuring food safety standards in the state of Madhya Pradesh.
Here are the comprehensive details regarding the MPPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2025 including post name, eligibility, application dates, fee structure, selection process, exam pattern, and more.
Post Name
- Food Safety Officer (FSO)
- Total Vacancies: 120 posts
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: [Expected or mention if available]
- Last Date to Apply Online: [Expected or mention if available]
- Application Correction Window: [Expected or mention if available]
- Exam Date: To be announced
Application Fee
- General/Other State Candidates: ₹500/-
- SC/ST/OBC (MP Domicile only): ₹250/-
- Portal Charges: Additional ₹40/- may apply for online form submission
- Mode of Payment: Online through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- A degree in one of the following streams is mandatory:
- Food Technology
- Dairy Technology
- Biotechnology
- Oil Technology
- Agricultural Science
- Veterinary Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Chemistry
- Medicine
OR - Any equivalent qualification notified by the Central Government
- The candidate should have a certificate in Food Safety Training and Certification (FoSTaC) or equivalent (if applicable as per updated rules)
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per MPPSC norms for reserved categories
Vacancy Details (Category-wise Breakdown)
- UR (Unreserved): [Number]
- SC: [Number]
- ST: [Number]
- OBC: [Number]
- EWS: [Number]
(Exact category-wise breakdown to be updated as per official notification PDF)
Selection Process
The selection of candidates for the MPPSC Food Safety Officer posts will be based on the following stages:
- Written Examination
- Interview
- Document Verification
Exam Pattern
- Mode of Exam: Online / Offline (To be confirmed by MPPSC)
- Type of Questions: Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Total Marks: 450 marks (Written Exam: 300 + Interview: 150)
- Duration: 2 hours for written test
Written Exam Syllabus (Expected Topics)
- General Studies (History, Geography, Polity, Economics)
- General Science
- Current Affairs (State and National)
- Specific Subject Knowledge related to Food Safety
How to Apply
Interested and eligible applicants can follow these steps:
- Visit the official website of MPPSC: https://mppsc.mp.gov.in
- Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link under the “Recruitment Advertisement” section
- Register with valid email and mobile number
- Fill out the application form with accurate details
- Upload necessary documents, photograph, and signature
- Pay the application fee through the preferred mode
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for MPPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2025?
The last date will be clearly mentioned in the official notification. Applicants are advised to regularly check the MPPSC website for updates regarding deadlines and corrections.
Q2. What is the salary structure for a Food Safety Officer in MPPSC?
The salary is expected to be as per Pay Matrix Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) along with other allowances as per state government rules.