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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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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 |
| 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.
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2025
120 questions
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20 questions
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20 questions
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20 questions
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18 questions
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General Studies Paper 1
83 QsMadhya Pradesh — Special Knowledge
87 QsGeneral Aptitude Test (Paper 2)
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Outstanding — top 200-500 rank
92–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
MPPSC released the Mains Admit Card for SSE 2025 cycle (Advt. No. 45/2024) on 4 August 2026. The Mains exam will be conducted from 8 to 13 August 2026 at various centres.
MPPSC announced the State Service Mains Exam 2026 schedule on 19 June 2026. The Mains application window is open from 25 June to 15 July 2026, and the Mains exam is scheduled from 7 to 12 September 2026.
MPPSC released the Prelims Result 2026 on 22 May 2026 for both State Service and Forest Service examinations. A total of 2,752 candidates have been shortlisted for the State Service Mains Examination.
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Excellent — top 500-1000 range
85–92% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Very Good — top-tier posts in reach
75–85% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Good — competitive Mains position
65–75% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Moderate — Mains qualification likely
50–65% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Borderline — marginal qualification
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.
Notification released (Advt. 29/2025)
passedWed, 31 Dec, 2025
155 vacancies announced for State Services posts
Application window start
passedSat, 10 Jan, 2026
Application window end
passedMon, 9 Feb, 2026
Without late fee
Prelims Admit Card released
passedThu, 16 Apr, 2026
📍Prelims exam
passedSun, 26 Apr, 2026
Paper 1 (GS): 10:00 AM–12:00 PM; Paper 2 (GAT): 2:15 PM–4:15 PM. Negative marking introduced.
Prelims Result declared
passedFri, 22 May, 2026
2,752 candidates shortlisted for Mains
Mains application window start
passedThu, 25 Jun, 2026
Mains application window end
passedWed, 15 Jul, 2026
📍Mains exam (7-12 September)
12 days awayMon, 7 Sept, 2026
Six-day descriptive exam; Forest Service Mains on 27 September 2026
Mains Result (expected)
111 days awayTue, 15 Dec, 2026
Typically 2-3 months after Mains exam
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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.
Tribes of Madhya Pradesh
Bhil, Gond, Baiga, Korku, Sahariya, Bharia — distribution, customs, PVTGs.
Dialects of MP
Bundeli, Bagheli, Malvi, Nimadi, Chhattisgarhi (historical), Gondi tribal language.
Festivals, Folk Music & Literature
Lokrang, Tansen Samaroh, Khajuraho Dance Festival; folk forms — Maanch, Gangaur, Pandwani; literature.
Important Tribal Personalities
Birsa Munda links, Tantya Bhil, Shankar Shah, Raghunath Shah, Bhima Naik.
Physical Geography of MP
Malwa plateau, Bundelkhand, Vindhyan range, Satpura range, Chambal ravines; major peaks (Dhupgarh).
Rivers of MP
Narmada (lifeline), Tapi, Chambal, Betwa, Ken, Sone, Mahanadi origin, Godavari tributaries.
MP Forests & Wildlife
MP has India's largest forest cover; tiger reserves — Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Pench, Panna, Satpura; Ratapani.
MP Climate & Mineral Resources
Tropical climate, monsoon patterns; diamond (Panna), coal (Singrauli), bauxite, manganese, limestone.
MP Transport Systems
Major highways, railways, airports (Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Gwalior), Bhopal-Indore metros.
Irrigation & Power Projects of MP
Sardar Sarovar (Narmada), Indira Sagar, Bargi, Rani Avantibai Lodhi Sagar; thermal/hydel/solar projects.
MP Agriculture & Animal Husbandry
Soybean (largest producer), wheat, gram, paddy; Malwa wheat, mustard; livestock and dairy.
Polity of MP
Governor, CM, Vidhan Sabha (230 seats), MPPSC, State Election Commission, Lokayukta.
Economy of Madhya Pradesh
GSDP, sectoral composition, agriculture-led economy, industrial corridors (Pithampur, Mandideep, Malanpur).
MP-specific Schemes
Ladli Behna Yojana, Ladli Laxmi Yojana, Mukhyamantri Jan Kalyan, Mukhyamantri Tirth Darshan, Sambal Yojana.
MP Tourism & Heritage Sites
Khajuraho, Sanchi, Bhimbetka, Mandu, Orchha, Ujjain (Mahakal), Omkareshwar, Gwalior fort, Pachmarhi.
Famous Personalities of MP
Tansen, Raja Bhoj, Rani Durgavati, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Shankar Dayal Sharma, Kumar Gandharva, Lata Mangeshkar (Indore-born).
MP Current Affairs
Recent state policies, Global Investors Summit, Simhastha Kumbh (Ujjain), elections, awards specific to MP.
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.
Basic Numeracy
Data Interpretation
Tables, bar/pie/line graphs, statistical information — calculation-based questions.
Hindi Language Comprehension (Class X level)
हिन्दी अपठित गद्यांश, व्याकरण, शब्द-ज्ञान, मुहावरे, अशुद्धि-शोधन।