MPSC Law Officer Revised Exam Date 2026 - Check New Schedule PDF
The Manipur Public Service Commission (MPSC) has rescheduled the written examination for one Under Secretary (Law) post and four Law Officer posts. Paper-I and Paper-II, earlier set for 15 October 2026, will now be held on 17 October 2026 (Saturday). Paper-III and Paper-IV are listed for 16 October 2026 (Friday).
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MPSC Law Officer Revised Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Manipur Public Service Commission (MPSC), Imphal |
| Notification date | 7 October 2026 |
| Earlier notification referred to | No. 7/3/2026-MPSC(DR) dated 15 September 2026 |
| Posts | Under Secretary (Law), Manipur Legal Service Junior Grade-I (1 post); Law Officers, Manipur Legal Service Junior Grade-II (4 posts) |
| Department | Law & Legislative Affairs Department, Government of Manipur |
| What changed | Written examination (Paper-I and Paper-II) moved from 15 October 2026 to 17 October 2026 |
| Admit card | e-Admit Card already downloaded remains valid |
What Has Changed in the MPSC Law Officer Exam Schedule?
The notification says the written examination scheduled for 15 October 2026, covering Paper-I and Paper-II, has been rescheduled to 17 October 2026. The notification issued on 7 October 2026 continues from the Commission's earlier notification of 15 September 2026.
The notification gives the full schedule in a table. It does not say whether the dates for Paper-III and Paper-IV were changed or remain as originally notified.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Original notification | 15 September 2026 |
| Reschedule notification | 7 October 2026 |
| Earlier date for Paper-I and Paper-II | 15 October 2026 |
| Paper-III and Paper-IV | 16 October 2026 (Friday) |
| New date for Paper-I and Paper-II | 17 October 2026 (Saturday) |
MPSC Law Officer Written Examination Schedule 2026
| Date | Forenoon (10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon) | Afternoon (02:00 PM to 04:00 PM) |
|---|---|---|
| 16-10-2026 (Friday) | Paper-III (MCQ) - Law Paper-I | Paper-IV (MCQ) - Law Paper-II |
| 17-10-2026 (Saturday) | Paper-I (Conventional) - Paper on English | Paper-II (MCQ) - General Knowledge |
Each session runs for two hours according to the timings in the notification.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Service and Grade | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Under Secretary (Law) | Manipur Legal Service Junior Grade-I | 1 |
| Law Officer | Manipur Legal Service Junior Grade-II | 4 |
Is the Old e-Admit Card Valid for the Rescheduled Exam?
Yes. The e-Admit Card downloaded under the Commission's notification of 15 September 2026 remains valid for the rescheduled written examination. Candidates must bring it to the Examination Centre. No candidate will be permitted to appear without a valid e-Admit Card.
The notification does not describe the steps to download the e-Admit Card. It lists two official websites, given under Important Links below.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Carry your e-Admit Card to the Examination Centre. Entry without a valid e-Admit Card is not permitted.
- Gates close exactly 10 minutes before the scheduled start of the examination.
- Reach the venue well in advance. The Commission specifically mentions traffic jams, weather, vehicle breakdown and parking space as possible delays.
- Read and follow the Important Instructions to be followed by Candidates printed in the e-Admit Card.
Latest Reporting Time for Each Session
Based on the gate-closing rule of 10 minutes before commencement, gates would close at 9:50 AM for forenoon sessions (10:00 AM start) and 1:50 PM for afternoon sessions (02:00 PM start). The notification states only the 10-minute rule, so reaching much earlier is safer.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The notification lists four written papers:
- Paper-I: Conventional (descriptive) paper on English
- Paper-II: Multiple-choice paper on General Knowledge
- Paper-III: Multiple-choice paper on Law Paper-I
- Paper-IV: Multiple-choice paper on Law Paper-II
Information Not Available in This Notification
The notification only reschedules the examination. The following details are not available in it:
- Salary or pay level
- Eligibility criteria and age limit
- Application fee and application dates
- Syllabus and marks distribution
- Examination centre or venue names
- Admit card download steps
- Result date
MPSC Law Officer Revised Exam Date 2026 - Important Links
- Official MPSC website: mpscmanipur.gov.in
- Download Here: Check Revised Exam date PDF
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the new date of the MPSC Law Officer written examination?
Paper-I and Paper-II are now on 17 October 2026 (Saturday). They were earlier scheduled for 15 October 2026.
What are the MPSC Law Officer exam timings?
The forenoon session runs from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. The afternoon session runs from 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM.
Is the old admit card valid after rescheduling?
Yes. The e-Admit Card downloaded under the 15 September 2026 notification remains valid for the rescheduled examination.
What time do the exam gates close?
Gates close exactly 10 minutes before the scheduled start of the examination.
How many posts are there in the MPSC Law Officer recruitment?
There are five posts: one Under Secretary (Law) in Manipur Legal Service Junior Grade-I and four Law Officers in Manipur Legal Service Junior Grade-II.