MPPSC State Service Free Mock Test 2026 — Prelims & Mains Pattern, MP GK & Practice

MPPSC Exam Pattern 2026

MP GK — High-Yield Topics

Madhya Pradesh History

Ancient: Sanchi Stupa (Emperor Ashoka), Khajuraho temples (Chandela dynasty), Bhimbetka rock shelters (UNESCO World Heritage). Medieval: Parmar dynasty (Raja Bhoj — great patron of learning), Gond kingdoms, Bundela Rajputs (Mahoba, Orchha), Maratha period in MP (Scindia, Holkar, Bhonsle). Modern: freedom movement, Tatya Tope's connection to MP, formation of MP state in 1956.

Madhya Pradesh Geography

Physical divisions: Vindhya Range (northern boundary), Satpura Range (central highlands), Malwa Plateau, Chhattisgarh Plains (before bifurcation). Rivers: Narmada (flows west — unique), Chambal, Betwa, Son, Mahanadi (originates in MP). MP is the largest state by area with 52 districts. Major wildlife sanctuaries: Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Pench, Panna. MP is called "Heart of India" — centrally located.

MP Economy & Tribal Issues

Agriculture: soybean (India's largest producer), wheat, rice, pulse production. Minerals: diamond (Panna diamond mines — only in India), coal, limestone, manganese. MP has the highest percentage of Scheduled Tribe population among large states — Gond, Bhil, Baiga, Korku tribes. Tribal rights (PESA Act, Forest Rights Act) are important MPPSC topics. Key schemes: Ladli Laxmi Yojana, Mukhyamantri Tirth Darshan Yojana.

Eligibility

• Education: Graduate degree from a recognised university
• Age: 21–40 (General); SC/ST/OBC: up to 45 years for MP domicile
• Domicile: Madhya Pradesh domicile required

3-Month Preparation Strategy

Month 1 — MP GK Foundation

• Complete MP History: ancient (Sanchi, Bhimbetka), medieval (Chandela, Parmar), modern period
• Study MP Geography: Vindhya-Satpura ranges, rivers, wildlife, districts
• Cover MP Economy: soybean, Panna diamonds, tribal areas, government schemes

Month 2 — National GS & CSAT

• Complete Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science
• Practice CSAT: reasoning, comprehension (minimum 33% required)
• Solve MPPSC previous years' papers (5+ sets)

Month 3 — Full Mock Tests

• 2–3 full mock tests per week; analyse every mistake
• Revise MP GK notes intensively
• Daily current affairs: MP state government news

Frequently Asked Questions — MPPSC 2026

What is the MPPSC exam pattern 2026?

Prelims (Paper I GS 100Q 200M + Paper II CSAT qualifying), Mains (GS I-IV + Hindi + Essay, descriptive), and Interview (175 marks). Prelims score decides Mains eligibility; Mains + Interview determine final selection.

What makes MP GK different from general Indian GK?

MP-specific topics include: Sanchi Stupa and Bhimbetka rock shelters (UNESCO sites), Khajuraho temples (Chandela dynasty), Panna diamond mines (only diamond mines in India), Narmada river (flows westward — unique in peninsular India), and MP's tribal culture (Gond, Bhil tribes, PESA Act implementation).

What is the age limit for MPPSC?

General: 21–40 years. OBC: 21–43 years. SC/ST: 21–45 years. These are among the highest age limits in Indian state civil services, giving older aspirants more opportunity.

Is Hindi mandatory for MPPSC?

Yes. Hindi language paper is a mandatory component of MPPSC Mains. Essays must be written in Hindi. MP is predominantly Hindi-speaking, and administrative language proficiency in Hindi is expected for all state service posts.

What is MPPSC Prelims cut-off typically?

General category cut-offs for MPPSC Prelims typically range between 90–110 out of 200 for GS Paper I. SC/ST cut-offs are lower by 15–20 marks. Scoring 120+ in mock tests consistently is a safe target.