The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) is recruiting for the post of Food Safety Officer (FSO) under Advt. No. 04/2025. Candidates will be selected through a Written Exam and Interview. Below is the official exam pattern and syllabus, as per the notification.
Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC)MPPSC FSO Recruitment 2025 – Exam Pattern & SyllabusMPPSC FSO Advt No : 04/2025 : Short Details of NotificationWWW.GOVFORMHUB.COM |
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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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) – MPPSC FSO 2025
Q1. What is the selection process for MPPSC FSO 2025?
✅ The selection process includes a Written Exam (450 marks) and a Personal Interview (50 marks). Final selection is based on merit.
Q2. Is there negative marking in the FSO exam?
✅ Yes, there is negative marking of –1 mark for every wrong answer in the written exam.
Q3. What are the minimum qualifying marks?
📌 40% marks are required in Section A for General category, and 30% for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories.
Q4. What is the syllabus for the FSO exam?
📚 The syllabus includes:
- Section A: General Knowledge of Madhya Pradesh
- Section B: Food Science, Nutrition, Microbiology, Food Processing, Safety, and related laws
(Detailed syllabus is provided above.)
Q5. What is the exam duration and number of questions?
🕒 The written exam is of 3 hours and contains 150 multiple-choice questions — 50 from General Studies and 100 from Food Science.
Q6. What is the educational qualification required for FSO?
🎓 Candidates must have a degree in Food Technology / Dairy Technology / Biotechnology / Oil Technology / Agriculture Science / Veterinary Science / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Chemistry / Medicine or equivalent.
Q7. Where can I find the official syllabus PDF?
📄 You can download it from the MPPSC official website under the “Advertisement” section or directly from the syllabus link
Q8. Will the exam be conducted online or offline?
✍️ The exam will be OMR-based (offline) as per MPPSC pattern.
Q9. When will the exam be conducted?
📅 The exam date will be announced shortly after the application window closes. Keep checking the MPPSC website for updates.
Q10. Is there any application fee?
💰 Yes. The application fee is as per category-wise MPPSC rules (check notification for exact amount).