MPPSC Assistant Research Officer Result 2026 - Selection List & Marks Released

MPPSC ARO Result 2026 Declared: Selection List Released for 17 Assistant Research Officer Posts

The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC), Indore, has officially declared the MPPSC ARO Result 2026 on 22 July 2026 for the Assistant Research Officer (Sahayak Anusandhan Adhikari) Examination 2024. This result pertains to Advertisement No. 12/2024 dated 28 December 2024, issued for recruitment under the Tribal Welfare Department (Janjati Karya Vibhag), Government of Madhya Pradesh. The Commission has published both the Main Selection List (Chayan Suchi) covering 15 posts (87% of vacancies) and a Supplementary List of 14 candidates, along with the Obtained Marks List for all appeared candidates.

Short Information

The MPPSC Assistant Research Officer recruitment 2024 advertised a total of 17 vacancies distributed across categories: Unreserved (05), SC (03), ST (03), OBC (05), and EWS (01). The selection process comprised a Written Examination (450 marks) followed by an Interview (50 marks), totalling 500 marks. The written exam was conducted in two phases on 12 October 2025 and 24 May 2026. Interviews were held across four dates: 16 March, 17 March, 24 March, and 17 July 2026. The final result declared on 22 July 2026 covers the Main Part (87%) of vacancies; the remaining Provisional Part (13%) is pending due to ongoing court cases regarding OBC reservation. Candidates can download the Selection List and Marks List from the official MPPSC website. The result remains subject to the final outcome of pending Supreme Court (SLP No. 8764/2023, SLP No. 12398/2023) and Madhya Pradesh High Court (WP No. 5901/2019, WP No. 5596/2024) cases.

How to Check Results Online

Candidates who appeared for the MPPSC Assistant Research Officer Exam 2024 can follow these steps to check their result and download the marks list:

1. Visit the official MPPSC website at mppsc.mp.gov.in.
2. On the homepage, navigate to the "Results" or "Latest Updates" section.
3. Locate the link titled "Obtained Mark List Assistant Research Officer Exam 2024" or "Selection List Assistant Research Officer Exam 2024" dated 22 July 2026.
4. Click on the relevant PDF link. The document will open in a new tab.
5. Use Ctrl+F (Find) to search for your Roll Number or Name in the PDF.
6. Verify your category, marks obtained, and selection status (Main List / Supplementary List).
7. Download and save the PDF for future reference and document verification stages.

No separate login credentials are required to access the result PDFs. The lists are published openly for transparency.

Cut-Off Marks & Merit List

The MPPSC has released the Obtained Marks List containing the roll number-wise scores of candidates in the written examination and interview. However, category-wise cut-off marks have not been explicitly published in a separate cut-off notification as of the result declaration date. The merit list is prepared based on the aggregate of Written Exam (450 marks) and Interview (50 marks) scores.

Key points regarding the merit list and selection criteria:

• The Main Selection List includes 15 candidates selected against the 87% main vacancies.
• A Supplementary List of 14 candidates has also been released, likely serving as a waitlist or for the provisional vacancies.
• Selection for unreserved (open) category posts follows the MP General Administration Department circular dated 07.11.2000: reserved category candidates are considered for UR posts only if they qualify on merit equal to general candidates without any relaxation.
• Women-reserved posts unfilled due to insufficient female candidates in a category are filled by male candidates of the same category (circular dated 10.02.1997).
• The Commission reserves the right to correct any clerical or computer errors post-publication.
• Final appointment is subject to the outcome of pending court cases mentioned above.

Candidates should refer to the official Marks List PDF to ascertain their exact scores and relative standing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. When was the MPPSC ARO Result 2026 declared?
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission declared the Assistant Research Officer Result 2026 on 22 July 2026 (Result Notice No. 02/2026/Chayan/59 & 02/2026/Chayan/5901).

Q2. How many vacancies were advertised and how many are covered in this result?
A total of 17 posts were advertised (UNR-05, SC-03, ST-03, OBC-05, EWS-01). The current result covers 15 posts under the Main Part (87%). The remaining 2 posts (13% Provisional Part) are pending due to court decisions on OBC reservation.

Q3. What is the exam pattern and maximum marks for MPPSC ARO selection?
The selection is based on a Written Examination of 450 marks and an Interview of 50 marks, making a grand total of 500 marks. The written exam was held in two sessions on 12 October 2025 and 24 May 2026.

Q4. Has a Supplementary List been released along with the Main Selection List?
Yes, MPPSC has released a Supplementary List of 14 candidates along with the Main Selection List of 15 candidates. The supplementary list includes candidates from various categories (UNR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST) and may be utilized for provisional vacancies or future requirements.

Q5. Can the MPPSC ARO Result 2026 be revised or cancelled later?
Yes. The result is subject to the final judgment in pending cases before the Supreme Court (SLP 8764/2023, SLP 12398/2023) and the Madhya Pradesh High Court (WP 5901/2019, WP 5596/2024). Additionally, MPPSC reserves the right to rectify any clerical or computer errors detected after publication.