MPPSC Exam Pattern 2025, Check Prelims and Mains Pattern

The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released the exam pattern for the Prelims and Mains examination in its official notification. In this recruitment, a total of 138 vacancies will be filled for the State Service and Forest Service departments. The MPPSC Exam has three stages:

1. Prelims: Two Objective Papers
2. Mains: Six Descriptive Papers
3. Interview

This article gives detailed information on the MPPSC Exam Pattern. Candidates can find the latest details below.

MPPSC Exam Pattern 2025- Highlights

Aspirants must be familiar with the MPPSC 2025 Syllabus and Exam Pattern to plan their preparation accordingly. The MPPSC Exam date is scheduled to be held on 16 February 2025. The MPPSC Exam Pattern glimpse is given in the table below:

MPPSC Exam Pattern 2025

MPPSC Prelims Exam Pattern 2025

According to the MPPSC Notification, candidates should focus on each stage of the examination one at a time. For the MPPSC Prelims 2025, there are two papers: General Studies and General Aptitude Test. Both papers consist of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and are each of 200 marks. Candidates have 2 hours (120 minutes) for each paper, and there is no negative marking for wrong answers.

Note: The number of candidates shortlisted for the Mains will be up to 20 times the number of vacant posts, based on category. Candidates with equal marks within their category will also be eligible for the Mains. Only candidates who qualify the Prelims, as per the Commission’s advertisement, can appear for the Mains. To be eligible for the Mains, unreserved candidates must score at least 40% in each Prelims paper. Similarly, unreserved female candidates must also score a minimum of 40%. For SC/ST, OBC, EWS, and disabled candidates, the minimum qualifying marks will be 30%.

MPPSC Mains Exam Pattern 2025

The first three papers on General Studies in MPPSC Mains Exam 2025 consist of 300 marks each, the fourth General Studies paper consists of 200 marks. Also, the Hindi paper also consists of 200 marks, while the Hindi essay paper is allotted a maximum of 100 marks. All the papers, except the one on Hindi Essay, are allotted 180 minutes, or 3 hours to attempt. Candidates are given 120 minutes, or 2 hours to complete the Hindi Essay paper.

MPPSC Exam Pattern 2025 for Interview

Candidates who pass the Mains exam must attend an interview with the commission, about one month later. The interview assesses the candidate’s personality through oral questions. It may take more than one day, depending on the number of candidates. In 2024, the interview was worth 185 marks (previously 175 marks). The final merit list is based on the total marks from the Mains and Interview.  Candidates must score at least 40% in each paper to qualify, while SC/ST, OBC, and disabled candidates need a minimum of 30%.

MPPSC Exam Preparation Tips 2025

Candidates are advised to follow the MPPSC Exam Preparation Strategy to plan their studies effectively, considering the highly competitive and challenging nature of the MPPSC exam.

• Exam Pattern and Syllabus
• Create a Realistic Timetable
• Practice Regularly:
• Self-Analysis
• NCERT Completion
• Early Preparation
• Effective Time Management
• Regular Practice Exams

Essay Writing Strategy

Candidates need to score around 60-65% marks in this stage, though the required percentage may vary slightly due to changes in the curriculum. The essay in the MPPSC Mains exam must be written in Hindi (Devanagari Script). The marks earned in this paper will be included in the merit list. Clear, concise, and impactful expression will be rewarded across all subjects of the exam

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