MPPSC State Services
मध्य प्रदेश लोक सेवा आयोग (एमपीपीएससी)
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Preliminary Examination Pattern & Marking Scheme
General Studies Paper 1
100 Questions / 200 Marks
120 Minutes
No negative marking in MPPSC Prelims
Syllabus & Core Subject Modules
History, Culture and Literature of Madhya Pradesh
मध्य प्रदेश का इतिहास, संस्कृति एवं साहित्य
Major dynasties (Gond, Bundela, Baghel, Scindia, Holkar), tribal personalities (Tantya Bhil, Bhima Nayak), and folk literature.
History of India
भारत का इतिहास
Ancient, medieval and modern Indian history, 19th & 20th-century socio-religious reform movements, and national movement.
Geography of Madhya Pradesh
मध्य प्रदेश का भूगोल
Forest resources, river systems (Narmada, Tapti, Chambal), Satpura & Vindhya ranges, climate, and minerals.
Geography of India and World
भारत एवं विश्व का भूगोल
Physical features, major mountains, plateaus, rivers, oceans, natural resources, and conventional & non-conventional energy.
Constitutional System & Economy of Madhya Pradesh
मध्य प्रदेश की संवैधानिक व्यवस्था एवं राज्य की अर्थव्यवस्था
Governor, Council of Ministers, Legislative Assembly, High Court, Panchayati Raj, demography, and economic development.
Constitution, Government and Economy of India
भारत का संविधान, शासन प्रणाली एवं भारतीय अर्थव्यवस्था
Government of India Acts 1919 & 1935, Constituent Assembly, Fundamental Rights, Supreme Court, financial institutions, and foreign trade.
Science and Technology
विज्ञान एवं प्रौद्योगिकी
Human anatomy, scientific institutions, agriculture product technology, food processing, health policy, and pollution control.
Current Events (MP, National & International)
अंतर्राष्ट्रीय, राष्ट्रीय एवं मध्य प्रदेश की समसामयिक घटनाएं
Important personalities and places, major sports competitions and awards of MP, India, and the world.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
सूचना एवं संचार प्रौद्योगिकी (ICT)
Electronics, computers, internet, social networking, e-governance, e-commerce, AI, robotics, and cyber security.
National and Regional Constitutional / Statutory Bodies
राष्ट्रीय एवं प्रादेशिक संवैधानिक / संविधिक निकाय
Election Commission, UPSC, MPPSC, CAG, NITI Aayog, NHRC, Women's Commission, Child Rights Commission, SC/ST/OBC Commissions, and NGT.
Standard Reference Literature & PYQs for MPPSC State Services
Topic-wise standard reference materials aligned with MPPSC State Services preliminary curriculum.
The undisputed Bible for State PSCs. 30+ years of MCQs from UPPSC, BPSC, MPPSC, and RPSC arranged topic-wise with exhaustive notes.
The non-negotiable conceptual foundation for UPSC and State PCS. Covers Old & New NCERTs for History, Geography, Polity, and Economics.
इतिहास, भूगोल, राजनीति विज्ञान, अर्थशास्त्र और सामान्य विज्ञान के लिए कक्षा 6 से 12 तक हिंदी माध्यम एनसीईआरटी का आधिकारिक संकलन।
Includes Fundamentals of Physical Geography (Class 11) — the single most tested book for geomorphology, climate, and ocean currents in Prelims.
The universally indispensable standard reference work for Indian Constitution, Governance, and Fundamental Rights.
Crisp, point-wise coverage of the 1857 Revolt, Socio-Religious Reforms, Congress Sessions, and Freedom Movement (1757–1947).
Covers Indus Valley, Vedic Age, Mauryas, Guptas, Delhi Sultanate, and Mughals with rigorous historiography.
Simplifies macroeconomics, RBI monetary policy tools, fiscal deficit, balance of payments, and banking reforms with visual flowcharts.
Extensively covers Wildlife Protection Act, Ramsar sites, National Parks, Climate Treaties (COP/UNFCCC), and IUCN Red List species.
High-resolution political and physical maps covering Indian river systems, mountain passes, mineral basins, and world strategic straits.
Essential factual coverage for Biology (human physiology, diseases, vitamins), Physics, and Chemistry essential for 30 Science questions in BPSC & State PSCs.
Covers Number Systems, Combinatorics, Data Interpretation, and Analytical Reading Comprehension passages for 33% qualification.
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Best-value Android tablet for aspirants. Includes free precision S-Pen stylus in the box for handwriting notes directly on PDF magazines and mock papers.
Previous Years Official Cutoff Marks (Out of 200)
| Year | General / UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (Safe Target) | 166 | 162 | 162 | 154 | 146 |
| 2025 (Official) | 164 | 160 | 160 | 152 | 144 |
| 2024 (Official) | 162 | 158 | 158 | 150 | 142 |
| 2023 (Official) | 162 | 158 | 158 | 150 | 142 |
| 2022 (Official) | 160 | 154 | 154 | 148 | 138 |
| 2021 (Official) | 154 | 148 | 148 | 142 | 132 |
| 2020 (Official) | 140 | 132 | 132 | 130 | 120 |
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Frequently Asked Questions (MPPSC)
What is the expected cut-off for MPPSC State Services Prelims 2026?
For MPPSC Prelims 2026 (Paper 1, 200 marks for 100 questions), the expected safe score target is 166+ marks (83+ questions) for General/Unreserved, 162+ (81+ Qs) for OBC and EWS, 154+ (77+ Qs) for SC, and 146+ (73+ Qs) for ST candidates due to high competition and the absence of negative marking.
What were the official MPPSC Prelims previous year cutoffs (2020 to 2025)?
The official category-wise cutoffs (out of 200 marks) were: 2024/2025 (General: 164, OBC: 160, EWS: 160, SC: 152, ST: 144); 2023 (General: 162, OBC: 158, EWS: 158, SC: 150, ST: 142); 2022 (General: 160, OBC: 154, EWS: 154, SC: 148, ST: 138); 2021 (General: 154, OBC: 148, EWS: 148, SC: 142, ST: 132); and 2020 (General: 140, OBC: 132, EWS: 132, SC: 130, ST: 120).
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What is the 10-Unit syllabus breakdown for MPPSC Prelims Paper 1?
Paper 1 comprises: Unit 1 (MP History, Culture & Literature), Unit 2 (Indian History), Unit 3 (MP Geography), Unit 4 (World & Indian Geography), Unit 5 (Constitutional System & Economy of MP), Unit 6 (Indian Constitution & Economy), Unit 7 (Science & Environment), Unit 8 (Current Affairs of MP, India & World), Unit 9 (Information & Communication Technology / AI), and Unit 10 (Tribes of MP, Heritage & Folk Culture).
What is the layout of the MPPSC State Services Prelims exam?
It comprises two papers: Paper 1 (General Studies - 200 marks) and Paper 2 (General Aptitude Test - 200 marks).
Are CSAT (Paper 2) marks included in the MPPSC Prelims merit list?
No, Paper 2 is qualifying in nature (requiring a minimum 40% score for General/Unreserved and 30% for reserved categories). Merit depends strictly on Paper 1.
Is there negative marking in MPPSC Prelims?
No, MPPSC does not have a negative marking policy for incorrect answers.
How much weightage does Madhya Pradesh static GK hold in Paper 1?
Roughly 35 to 40 questions (35% to 40% of Paper 1) focus explicitly on MP history, geography, economy, tribes, sports, and constitutional systems.
What is the age eligibility criteria for unreserved male candidates?
Candidates must generally be between 21 and 40 years of age for non-uniformed services, with extended upper-age limits for uniformed executive positions (like DSP) and reserved categories.
Are candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh eligible for reservations?
Out-of-state applicants are classified under the Open/Unreserved category and cannot claim state-specific quotas or fee concessions.
Can final-year graduation students register for the MPPSC exam?
Yes, final-year undergraduate students can participate, provided proof of completion is furnished prior to the Mains stage.
What technical topics are included in the updated MPPSC GS Paper 1 syllabus?
Units dedicated to Information and Communication Technology (ICT), AI, electronics, e-commerce, and National/Regional Statutory Commissions (CAG, Election Commission, MPPSC, NGT) are heavily emphasized.
Are the question papers bilingual?
Yes, all question booklets are printed in both Hindi and English.
How is the cut-off determined given the absence of negative marking?
Because negative marking is absent, cut-offs tend to run relatively high (often around 155–160+ out of 200 marks for General categories), requiring high accuracy on straightforward questions.
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