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MPPSC is a state public service exam. Check age range, qualification, and category relaxations in the official notification before applying.
MPPSC · State PCS 2025-26
Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission
MPPSC State Service Exam has three stages: Prelims (100 questions per paper, 300 marks each across GS Paper 1 and Paper 2), Mains (descriptive), and Interview. MP-specific GK accounts for 15-20% of Prelims, making it a critical scoring area alongside History and Geography.
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Age: 21-40 years (relaxations as per rules)
Qualification: Bachelor degree from a recognized university
Nationality: Indian citizen
Exam pattern
Prelims: Objective screening — 2 papers, 100 questions each, 300 marks each (upgraded 2026). 3 marks per correct answer, −1 wrong, −1 blank bubble. Mark Option E to avoid the blank penalty.
Mains: Descriptive papers with analytical and writing-intensive format.
Interview: Final personality round to test suitability for civil service roles.
Exam at a glance
Preparation strategy
Prioritize static GS first, then layer MP-specific facts and issues.
Create a weekly answer-writing sprint for mains readiness.
Use monthly mocks to calibrate speed and accuracy.
Starter plan
Day 1-30: Set baseline, build GS foundation, and begin current affairs notes.
Day 31-60: Add state-focused modules and scheduled prelims tests.
Day 61-90: Consolidate with revision notebooks and exam-simulated mocks.
Exam execution checklist
- Keep revision fixed every week.
- Analyze every mock and maintain an error log.
- Integrate state current affairs with static notes.
Need paper-wise syllabus?
Open the detailed syllabus page for prelims and mains topic bullets.
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Attempt previous year papers online, then use trend-backed insight reports to prioritize revision.
Quick orientation
Notification focus
- Track MPPSC releases for prelims and mains windows, plus category-wise eligibility details.
- Track MPPSC application windows, exam stage dates, and category-wise updates early.
Interview readiness focus
- Final personality round to test suitability for civil service roles.
- Build clarity on governance issues, ethics, and state-context awareness.
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MPPSC exam FAQs
What is the MPPSC exam pattern for prelims and mains?
MPPSC follows a stage-wise flow with prelims, mains, and interview. Use this page for a practical pattern summary and the detailed syllabus page for paper-wise scope.
How should I use MPPSC PYQs in preparation?
Use previous year papers to identify recurring topics, then prioritize revision based on weak areas and trend-backed insights.
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