MPPSC Syllabus 2026: Get Exam Pattern for Prelims & Mains

MPPSC Syllabus 2026 includes Prelims and Mains stages covering subjects like General Studies, General Aptitude Test (CSAT), History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science & Technology, Environment, Ethics, General Hindi, and Essay for the Madhya Pradesh State Service Exam (SSE).

MPPSC Syllabus 2026 – Overview

The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission State Service Exam (MPPSC SSE) recruits for posts like Deputy Collector, Naib Tehsildar, and others in Madhya Pradesh government.

Notification / Apply Online Link

Visit the official MPPSC website (mppsc.mp.gov.in) for the latest 2026 notification, application form, syllabus PDF, and updates.

MPPSC Exam Pattern 2026

MPPSC Prelims Exam Pattern

Prelims is a screening test (marks not counted in final merit). Paper 2 (CSAT) is qualifying.

• Total: 600 marks (but only Paper 1 counts for merit cutoff).

• Objective MCQs.

• Negative marking: 1 mark deducted for each wrong answer (1/3 per question since 3 marks per correct).

• No penalty for unanswered questions.

MPPSC Mains Exam Pattern

MPPSC Prelims Syllabus 2026

General Studies (Paper 1)

• General Science and Environment: Basic science principles, Indian research institutions, space tech, biodiversity, ecology, nutrition, pollution, disasters.

• Current Events: National/international importance, sports, awards (India & MP).

• History of India & Independent India: Ancient to modern, freedom struggle, post-independence.

• History, Culture, Polity & Economy of Madhya Pradesh: MP dynasties, tribes, festivals, arts, literature, freedom contribution, polity, economy.

• Indian Polity & Economy: Constitution, governance, amendments, economy, financial institutions.

• Geography: India & World (physical features, resources, climate), MP-specific (rivers, forests, minerals, agriculture, irrigation).

• Information & Communication Technology: Electronics, AI, robotics, cyber security, e-governance, internet.

• National/Regional Bodies: Election Commission, UPSC, MPPSC, NITI Aayog, commissions (human rights, women, SC/ST, etc.).

General Aptitude Test (Paper 2 – CSAT)

• Comprehension

• Interpersonal skills & communication

• Logical reasoning & analytical ability

• Decision making & problem-solving

• General mental ability

• Basic numeracy (numbers, orders of magnitude)

• Hindi Language Comprehension (Class X level)

• (Note: Some topics like "Lifestyle and Counter Force" removed in recent updates.)

MPPSC Mains Syllabus 2026

General Studies Paper I

• History & Culture of India & MP (ancient to modern, freedom movement, MP heritage, arts, literature, festivals, architecture, world heritage sites in MP).

• Geography (India & MP: physical features, climate, resources, population, disasters, water management, tribes of MP).

General Studies Paper II

• Polity, Constitution, Governance, Social Justice (Indian Constitution, Panchayati Raj, rights, welfare schemes, international relations).

General Studies Paper III

• Economy (Indian & MP: development, agriculture, industry, planning).

• Science & Technology, Environment (innovations, biodiversity, climate change).

• Health, security, disaster management.

General Studies Paper IV

• Ethics, Integrity, Aptitude (ethical theories, attitude, emotional intelligence, public service values, case studies).

General Hindi

• Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, précis, essay elements, translation.

Essay Paper (Hindi)

• Descriptive essays on current/social/economic/political topics (3 essays usually).

MPPSC Interview Process

• Personality Test: 175 marks.

• Assesses communication, leadership, decision-making, current awareness, MP-specific knowledge, and overall suitability.

MPPSC Preparation Tips

• Prioritize MP-specific topics (history, geography, economy, culture) as they carry significant weight.

• Read NCERT books (Class 6–12) for basics + standard references (Laxmikant for Polity, Spectrum for History).

• Practice answer writing daily for Mains (structure, MP examples).

• Solve previous year papers & mocks; focus on current affairs (The Hindu/Indian Express + MP local news).

• For Prelims, emphasize accuracy due to negative marking.