Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released Advt. No. 04/2025 for the recruitment of 67 Food Safety Officer (FSO) posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from 11 July 2025 to 10 August 2025 at the official website. Selection will be done through Written Exam + Interview.
Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC)
MPPSC Food Safety Officer FSO Recruitment 2025
MPPSC FSO Advt No : 04/2025 : Short Details of Notification
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MPPSC Food Safety Officer FSO Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 14 |
| OBC | 23 |
| SC | 08 |
| ST | 17 |
| EWS | 05 |
| Total Posts | 67 |
MPPSC Food Safety Officer FSO Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree in:
- Food Technology
- Dairy Technology
- Biotechnology
- Oil Technology
- Agricultural Science
- Veterinary Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Chemistry
- Medicine or equivalent
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026):
- Minimum: 21 Years
- Maximum: 40 Years
(Relaxation as per MP Govt. rules)
Application Fee:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other State Candidates | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS (MP) | ₹250/- |
| Correction Charges | ₹50/- |
| Fee payment through online mode only. |
Selection Process
| Stage | Description | Marks |
|---|---|---|
 Written Exam |
OMR-based, 150 Questions | 450 |
 Interview |
Personal Interview | 50 |
 Total |
Written + Interview | 500 |
- Minimum Qualifying Marks
- UR: 40%
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS: 30% in Section A
- Negative Marking: Yes, –1 mark for each incorrect answer
MPPSC FSO Recruitment 2025 : Written Exam Pattern
| Section | Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | General Knowledge of Madhya Pradesh | 50 | 150 |
| Section B | Food Science & Technology | 100 | 300 |
| Total | 150 | 450 |
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Type: Objective-type (MCQs)
MPPSC FSO Recruitment 2025 : Syllabus
Section A: General Studies (Madhya Pradesh GK)
- History of Madhya Pradesh (Ancient to Modern)
- Major Dynasties, Freedom Struggles
- Geography of MP – Rivers, Climate, Soil, Agriculture
- Politics & Governance – MP Government Schemes & Acts
- Economy – Agriculture, Industries, Power Sector
- Tribes and Culture of MP
- ICT, Artificial Intelligence, IoT in MP
- Current Affairs (National & State)
Section B: Food Science & Technology
- Basic Food Science
- Food Composition, Preservation, Fortification
- Traditional Indian Foods
- Food Microbiology
- Microbial Growth, Food Spoilage
- Toxins, Fermented Products, Microbial Standards
- Nutrition & Public Health
- Nutrients, RDA, Balanced Diet
- Deficiency Disorders, Community Nutrition
- Food Processing & Packaging
- Thermal & Non-Thermal Technologies
- Packaging Types, Techniques
- Farming Systems & Livestock
- Agricultural Practices, Value Chain
- Livestock Products (Milk, Egg, Meat)
- Food Safety & Quality Control
- Personal Hygiene, Food Hygiene, GMP
- HACCP, ISO Certifications
- Post-Harvest Technology
- Storage, Handling, Drying Techniques
- Minimizing Losses
- Animal Products & Processing
- Processing of Milk, Egg, Fish, Meat
- Pasteurization, Cold Chain
- Advanced Food Processing Techniques
- Irradiation, Extrusion, Fermentation
- Nano Tech in Food
- Food Laws & Certification
- FSSAI, BIS, Codex, AGMARK
- Labeling Regulations, Consumer Rights
Interview (50 Marks)
Shortlisted candidates will be evaluated on:
- Subject Knowledge
- Communication Skills
- Personality and Leadership
- Understanding of Food Safety Role
Preparation Tips
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Strengthen MP-specific General Knowledge
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Focus deeply on Food Science & Technology core areas
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Solve MCQs regularly, practice past papers
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Plan revision to cover both GS and technical topics effectively
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How to Apply MPPSC Food Safety Officer FSO Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website: https://mppsc.mp.gov.in
- Click on “Apply Online” under FSO Recruitment 2025.
- Register with basic details & generate OTR.
- Fill the form with accurate personal, academic info.
- Upload Photo, Signature, and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
- Print the confirmation page for future reference.
Useful Important Links |
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| Apply Online | Link Activa 11 July | ||
| Download Notification | Click Here | ||
| Join GovFormhub Channel | Telegram | WhatsApp | ||
| Official Website | MPPSC FSO | ||
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Total vacancies for MPPSC FSO 2025?
👉 67 Posts
Q2. What is the qualification for MPPSC FSO?
👉 Degree in Food Technology or related science fields.
Q3. Age Limit?
👉 21 to 40 Years (as on 01 Jan 2026)
Q4. Selection Process?
👉 Written Exam + Interview
Q5. Application fee?
👉 ₹500 (GEN/Others), ₹250 (MP Reserved), ₹50 (correction)
Q6. How to apply?
👉 Through MPPSC official portal from 11 July to 10 August 2025