MPPSC SSE Prelims 2025 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) conducts the State Services Examination (SSE) for recruiting Group A and B officers in the MP State Government. The first stage, MPPSC Prelims, is an objective type screening test meant to shortlist candidates for the Mains Exam. The MPPSC SSE Prelims 2025 consists of two papers: General Studies and General Aptitude Test. To clear this highly competitive stage, aspirants must have a thorough understanding of the exam pattern, subjects, number of questions, marks, and updated syllabus as per MPPSC 2025 notification.
✅ MPPSC SSE Selection Process 2025
The recruitment process for MPPSC State Services 2025 Exam includes:
- Preliminary Examination – Objective (Screening only)
- Main Examination – Descriptive (Merit Based)
- Interview / Personality Test – Final Stage
👉 Only those candidates who qualify in the Prelims are eligible for the Mains, and the final selection is based on Mains + Interview (Personality Test) performance.
🧾 MPPSC SSE Prelims Exam Pattern 2025
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | General Aptitude Test | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
✅ Both papers are objective type (MCQ format)
✅ Each question carries 2 marks
✅ No negative marking
✅ Paper II is qualifying, requiring 33% to be eligible for evaluation of Paper I
📚 MPPSC SSE Prelims Syllabus 2025 – Complete Subject-wise Topics
📘 Paper I – General Studies
This paper is crucial as marks of Paper I are counted for Prelims merit. The detailed syllabus includes:
🔹 General Science & Environment
- Everyday science concepts
- Environmental pollution and climate change
- Renewable energy and natural resources
- Biodiversity and conservation efforts
🔹 Current Events of National and International Importance
- Latest happenings in India and globally
- Government schemes & policies (India and MP)
- Sports, defense, appointments, and awards
- Economic developments, international summits
🔹 History of India & Independent India
- Ancient civilizations (Indus Valley, Vedic age)
- Medieval Indian dynasties & administration
- Modern history (1857 Revolt, Freedom struggle)
- Socio-cultural movements, constitutional developments
🔹 Geography of India and the World
- Physical features: mountains, rivers, climate
- Indian agriculture, natural vegetation
- World geography: continents, oceans, climate zones
- Mineral resources, industrial regions
🔹 Geography, History, and Culture of Madhya Pradesh
- Physical geography: rivers, climate, soils
- Tribes and their lifestyle
- Historical monuments and freedom movements
- Culture: folk music, dance, festivals, dialects
🔹 Indian Polity and Economy
- Indian Constitution, Fundamental Rights & Duties
- Judiciary, Legislature, Executive structure
- Budget, Finance Commission, taxation
- Planning & sustainable development
🔹 Polity and Economy of Madhya Pradesh
- Structure of state government
- Role of governor, CM, state legislature
- Economic policies and planning in MP
- Development indicators and schemes
🔹 Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Basics of computers and internet
- Cybersecurity, e-Governance
- ICT initiatives in education, health, and administration
🔹 General Mental Ability
- Logical reasoning and analytical ability
- Number series, alphabet series
- Coding-decoding, analogy, classification
- Puzzles and decision-making
📘 Paper II – General Aptitude Test
This paper is qualifying in nature and consists of the following:
🔹 Comprehension
- Unseen passages
- Inference-based, factual, vocabulary-based questions
🔹 Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
- Syllogisms
- Blood relations, directions
- Statement-assumption, cause-effect reasoning
🔹 Decision Making and Problem Solving
- Situational judgement
- Basic administration-related scenarios
- Ethical and unbiased reasoning
🔹 General Mental Ability
- Arithmetic: percentages, averages, profit & loss
- Time, speed, and distance
- Ratio and proportion, simple interest
- Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables)
🔹 Hindi Language Comprehension
- Only for Hindi medium candidates
- Grammar, vocabulary, sentence correction
- Synonyms-antonyms, idioms & phrases
🗒️ MPPSC Prelims 2025 Key Highlights
- ✅ Total marks = 400
- ✅ Only marks of Paper I are considered for shortlisting to Mains
- ✅ Paper II is qualifying with 33% mandatory score
- ✅ MCQ format, no negative marking
- ✅ Prepare MP-specific topics for a strategic edge
🔗 Important Links | MPPSC Prelims 2025 Resources
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| 📲 Download MyCoaching App | Click Here |
| 💬 Join MyCoaching WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| 📢 Join MyCoaching Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| 🗂️ Visit Sarkari Result Section | Click Here |
| 🌐 Official MPPSC Website | Click Here |
The MPPSC SSE Prelims 2025 serves as a screening test for the prestigious State Services in Madhya Pradesh. While Paper II is qualifying, Paper I plays a decisive role in advancing to the next stage. Focused preparation in MP-specific history, culture, geography, along with national current affairs and analytical reasoning, can greatly enhance your chances. Stay updated via MyCoaching app and use the official links above to stay informed about notifications, syllabus changes, and exam tips.