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MPPSC State Service Exam (SSE) Prelims
MP PSC State Service Prelims — Paper 1 (GS, 100 Qs, 200 marks) + Paper 2 (CSAT, 100 Qs, 200 marks). 2 hours each.
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10 questions across the syllabus to see where you stand.
Verified against the official notification. Source ↗ · last reconciled 2026-05.
Historical cutoffs are a guide, not a prediction. Use them to set a realistic target, not to predict next year's exact number.
| Year | Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | General | ~115 – 122 |
2025
22 questions
Take paper →2024
20 questions
Take paper →2023
20 questions
Take paper →2022
20 questions
Take paper →2021
18 questions
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MPPSC SSE — Quick Practice
FULL20 questions · 240 min
Start mock →| 2023 |
| OBC |
| ~108 – 115 |
| 2023 | EWS | ~104 – 112 |
| 2023 | SC | ~95 – 105 |
| 2023 | ST | ~85 – 95 |
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
Approximate starting gross at an X-class (metro) posting. Actual pay depends on post, city, year of joining and prevailing DA.
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
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What can I get from MPPSC SSE?
Mock-score → expected rank → likely outcome. Use the mocks below to find your current band, then plan how many marks you need to climb.
Exceptional — Top 1-2%
90–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Top 5% — Elite MPPSC range
80–90% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Top tier — Premium post contention
70–80% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Strong contender — Group A posts
60–70% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Comfortable Prelims clearance
50–60% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Borderline — OBC/SC/ST contention
35–50% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Below cut-off range
0–35% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission is anticipated to release the official notification for the State Service Exam 2026 cycle shortly. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official MPPSC website for updates on vacancy details and application procedures.
Source →Technical preparations for the online application system for SSE 2026 are in progress. The commission has advised aspirants to keep necessary documents ready including educational certificates and category proofs.
Source →Following recent UPSC alignment trends, MPPSC has indicated potential modifications to the General Studies paper structure. The official exam scheme will be detailed in the forthcoming notification this cycle.
Source →MPPSC announced the final merit list for the 2025 State Service Exam cycle. Successful candidates have been recommended for appointment across various departments of the Madhya Pradesh state government.
Source →Official notification release
3 days awayFri, 29 May, 2026
Detailed vacancy information and eligibility criteria to be published
Application portal opens
7 days awayTue, 2 Jun, 2026
Online registration begins for SSE 2026 cycle
Last date for online application
37 days awayThu, 2 Jul, 2026
Final deadline including fee payment
Preliminary exam admit card release
80 days awayFri, 14 Aug, 2026
Download available from official MPPSC portal
📌MPPSC SSE Prelims exam date
93 days awayThu, 27 Aug, 2026
General Studies paper - objective type examination
Prelims answer key publication
100 days awayThu, 3 Sept, 2026
Provisional answer key with objection window
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History of Madhya Pradesh
Mauryan/Gupta links, Avanti, Ujjain, Bundelkhand kingdoms, Malwa Sultanate, Gond kingdoms (Garha-Mandla, Deogarh).
Medieval & Maratha-era MP
Mughal Malwa, Holkars (Indore), Scindias (Gwalior), Bhonsles, Peshwa influence.
MP's Contribution to Freedom Movement
Tatya Tope, Rani Lakshmibai (Jhansi-Gwalior), Tantya Bhil, Chandrashekhar Azad, Shankar Shah-Raghunath Shah.
Major Events & Dynasties of MP
Paramaras (Dhar), Chandelas (Khajuraho), Kalachuris, Bagheli rulers, formation of MP 1956 and 2000 split (Chhattisgarh).
Arts & Sculpture of MP
Khajuraho temples, Bhimbetka rock paintings, Sanchi stupa, Bagh caves, Gwalior fort sculpture.
Comprehension
English passage-based questions on main idea, vocabulary, inference.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Communication, empathy, etiquette, conflict-resolution scenarios.
Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
Syllogism, statement-conclusion, seating arrangement, blood relations, coding-decoding, pattern recognition.
Decision Making & Problem Solving
Administrative scenario judgement, evaluating options, practical solutions.
General Mental Ability
Analogy, classification, series, direction sense, Venn diagrams, alphabet test.
Prelims result announcement
Sat, 3 Oct, 2026
Qualified candidates eligible for Mains examination
Mains examination tentative period
195 days awayMon, 7 Dec, 2026
Descriptive papers for prelims-qualified candidates