The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has announced 67 vacancies for the Food Safety Officer (FSO) 2025 under the Public Health and Medical Education Department. Aspirants looking to secure a government job in food inspection and quality assurance must understand all relevant exam details including eligibility, age criteria, application dates, and selection process.
📌 Food Safety Officer 2025 Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Food Safety Officer (FSO) 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 67 |
| Advt No. | 04/2025 Dated 23.06.2025 |
| Organisation | Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Online Application Dates | 11 July 2025 – 10 August 2025 (12 noon) |
| Correction Window | 16 July – 12 August 2025 (₹50 per edit) |
| Exam Mode | OMR Based (Objective Type) |
| Exam Centres | Indore, Bhopal, Gwalior, Jabalpur |
| Official Website | mppsc.mp.gov.in |
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👨🎓 Eligibility Criteria for MPPSC FSO 2025
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree in any of the following from a recognised university/institute:
- Food Technology
- Dairy Technology
- Biotechnology
- Oil Technology
- Agricultural Science
- Veterinary Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Chemistry
- Medicine (MBBS/BDS/AYUSH streams)
Note: Candidates who have studied Chemistry as a subject at graduation level are also eligible.
Valid Streams under FSSAI Rules:
- Food Engineering & Technology
- Food Processing & Preservation
- Food Safety and Quality Management
- Agricultural Biotechnology
- BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BDS, MBBS degrees
- Horticulture, Nutrition and Dietetics
🧾 Age Criteria (As on 01 Jan 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Upper Age Limit after relaxation: 45 years (for reserved categories as per MP Govt norms)
Refer to official MPPSC notification for detailed category-wise relaxation.
📑 Application Process & Fees
- Applications to be submitted online only at mppsc.mp.gov.in or mponline.gov.in
- Application Fee:
- ₹250 – MP Reserved Categories
- ₹500 – General and Other State Candidates
- Payment Modes: Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, MP Online Kiosk
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📍 FSO MP 2025 Reservation Details
| Category | Total Posts | Women | Ex-Servicemen | PwD (LD/VH/HH/MD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 14 | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| SC | 8 | 3 | 1 | – |
| ST | 17 | 6 | 2 | 8 |
| OBC | 23 | 8 | 2 | – |
| EWS | 5 | 2 | – | – |
⚖️ Selection Process
- Written Exam (OMR based)
- Objective type questions
- Syllabus to be released soon on MPPSC website
- Interview
- Top scoring candidates (3x category-wise vacancies) to be called
- Final Merit based on combined score of exam + interview
🎯 Document Requirements (For Interview Phase)
Candidates must keep the following documents ready:
- High School Marksheet (DOB proof)
- Graduation/Post-Graduation mark sheets
- Caste certificate (MP only)
- MP Domicile Certificate
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for OBC)
- PwD Certificate (UDID required after 01.06.2021)
- Employment Exchange Registration (MP domiciles only)
- ID Proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN/Driving Licence)
💰 Salary Structure of MPPSC Food Safety Officer 2025
The Food Safety Officer (FSO) post in Madhya Pradesh is a Class III Gazetted Officer role with a Level-6 pay scale.
| Component | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800 |
| Grade Pay | As per Level-6 Matrix |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | Revised periodically (approx. 42%) |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹6,000 (metro cities) |
| Travel Allowance (TA) | ₹3,200 |
| Medical Benefits | As per MP Govt norms |
| In-Hand Salary | ₹54,000 – ₹60,000 (approx.) |
| Annual Package | ₹4.35 LPA – ₹13.77 LPA |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
📢 Conclusion
The Food Safety Officer 2025 exam by MPPSC presents a golden opportunity for aspirants in food sciences, biotechnology, or medicine seeking a secure government job. With 67 vacancies, clear eligibility norms, and transparent selection, it’s the ideal time to prepare.
🔗 Important Links
📬 Call to Action
📥 Start your MPPSC FSO 2025 journey now!
📝 Apply between 11th July – 10th August 2025
🎯 For syllabus updates, visit MPPSC Exam Page regularly.
Download The Official Notification
Read About: FSO 2025 Syllabus – MPPSC Food Safety Officer Exam Pattern & Section-Wise Topics
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