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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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MPPSC SSE eligibility
Verified against the official notification. Source ↗ · last reconciled 2026-05.
- Age
- 21 – 40 years (General)21-40 for General. MP-domicile candidates and reserved categories often get 45. Reference date is 1 January of the exam year.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree (any discipline) from a recognised university.
- Attempts
- No formal attempt limit other than the upper age cap.
- Nationality
- Indian citizen.
- Other
- Hindi proficiency tested at Mains. Domicile required for state-specific reserved posts.
MPPSC SSE cutoffs
Historical cutoffs are a guide, not a prediction. Use them to set a realistic target, not to predict next year's exact number.
Prelims cutoff (qualifying for Mains)
out of 200 marks (Paper 1; Paper 2 / CSAT qualifying)| 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.
MPPSC SSE salary after selection
Approximate starting gross at an X-class (metro) posting. Actual pay depends on post, city, year of joining and prevailing DA.
Deputy Collector / DySP (MPPSC SSE)
Pay Level 12 (MP)- Basic pay
- ₹56,100
- Gross monthly
- ₹82,000 – ₹93,000 (Bhopal/Indore, after probation)
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
MPPSC SSE — Frequently asked questions
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Previous year papers
198 questions across all yearsSome years hold a set of questions from that paper, not the full paper — each card shows how many.
2025
120 of 200 questions
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20 of 200 questions
Practise these →2023
20 of 200 questions
Practise these →2022
20 of 200 questions
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18 of 200 questions
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General Studies Paper 1
83 QsMadhya Pradesh — Special Knowledge
87 QsGeneral Aptitude Test (Paper 2)
48 Qs
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What can I get from MPPSC SSE?
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Outstanding — top 200-500 rank
92–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Expected rank in top 500 state-wide, likely top 200-300
- •Deputy Collector — choice postings in preferred districts
- •DSP (MP Police) — Bhopal/Indore/Gwalior metro cadres
- •Assistant Commissioner — state capital/HQ postings in preferred departments
- •District Magistrate track positions with accelerated career progression
- •Virtually assured final selection with average Mains + Interview scores
- •Top performers often appear in state merit list
Excellent — top 500-1000 range
85–92% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Expected rank in top 1000 candidates state-wide
- •Deputy Collector — prime districts (Indore, Bhopal, Jabalpur divisions)
- •DSP (MP Police) — preferred cadres and locations
- •Assistant Commissioner (senior postings) — Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior
- •District Registrar (Cooperative Societies) — Group A
- •Strong probability of final selection with good Mains + Interview performance
Very Good — top-tier posts in reach
75–85% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Strong contender for Group A gazetted posts
- •Deputy Collector (Tehsildar) — revenue administration, district-level authority, pay level 10
- •Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) — preferred postings/cadres likely
- •Assistant Commissioner (various departments) — Commercial Tax, Excise, Labor
- •District Industry Centre Manager — MSME development
- •Section Officer (MP Secretariat) — state capital posting
Good — competitive Mains position
65–75% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Comfortable Mains qualification, focus on Interview prep
- •Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) — Group A, MP Police, pay level 10
- •Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Tax / Excise) — Group A gazetted
- •District Employment Officer — MP Employment & Training dept
- •Block Development Officer (BDO) — with choice of preferred districts
- •District Minorities Welfare Officer — Group B gazetted
Moderate — Mains qualification likely
50–65% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Strong chance of Mains qualification across categories
- •Naib Tehsildar / Deputy Collector — district revenue administration, pay level 6
- •Commercial Tax Inspector (MP VAT department) — Group B
- •Assistant Manager (MPSEB / MP State Marketing Federation)
- •Block Development Officer (BDO) — rural development cadre, approximately 400-500 posts annually
Borderline — marginal qualification
35–50% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Below cut-off range
0–35% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
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News & timeline
See older updates →Latest news
The commission released the MPPSC State Service Mains Admit Card 2026 on 1 September 2026. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website mppsc.mp.gov.in for the examination scheduled from 7-12 September 2026.
MPPSC declared the State Service Prelims 2026 result on 22 May 2026. A total of 3044 candidates have been shortlisted for the Mains examination based on their performance in the prelims conducted on 26 April 2026.
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission released the SSE 2026 notification on 31 December 2025, announcing 155 vacancies for various Group A and Group B administrative posts. The notification introduced negative marking for the first time in the prelims examination.
The commission released the final answer key for the State Service Prelims 2026 on 19-20 May 2026 after reviewing objections submitted by candidates. The result was prepared based on this final answer key.
Important dates
Prelims result declared
passedFri, 22 May, 2026
3044 candidates qualified for Mains out of 155 vacancies; result available at mppsc.mp.gov.in
Mains application window start
passedThu, 25 Jun, 2026
Mains application window end
passedWed, 15 Jul, 2026
Mains admit card released
passedTue, 1 Sept, 2026
Hall ticket for Mains examination available for download
📍Mains examination (Day 1-6)
passedMon, 7 Sept, 2026
Mains exam scheduled from 7-12 September 2026; 6 papers including 4 General Studies papers and Hindi papers · no key published for this stage
Syllabus
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General Studies Paper 1
Madhya Pradesh — Special Knowledge
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.
General Aptitude Test (Paper 2)
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।