MPPSC Preparation Strategy · Guide 7 of 7
MPPSC Preparation Strategy
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Success in MPPSC comes from three things: wide General Studies coverage, thorough Madhya Pradesh GK and strong Hindi writing for the mains. With no negative marking in prelims, breadth of knowledge pays off directly.
The 10-month plan
| Months | Focus | Output |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | NCERTs for all GS subjects; daily newspaper | Basic notes |
| 3–5 | Standard books + MP GK (history, geography, tribes, economy) in parallel | MP notebook + 40 MCQs daily |
| 6–7 | Mains: GS IV (philosophy, psychology, public administration), Hindi grammar and essay | Two answers a day |
| 8–9 | Prelims mode: PYQs, mocks twice a week, aptitude practice | Mock score tracker |
| 10 | Revision and three mocks a week | Ready for prelims |
Most important topics
- MP history: Paramaras (Raja Bhoj), Chandelas, Gond kingdoms (Rani Durgavati), Holkars (Ahilyabai) and Scindias, 1857 in MP (Tantya Tope)
- MP geography: Narmada, Chambal, Betwa, Son; Satpura and Vindhya; dams; national parks and tiger reserves
- Tribes: Gond, Bhil, Baiga, Sahariya, Korku – their festivals, art and dances
- Economy: soybean and pulses, minerals (Panna diamonds, Malanjkhand copper), MP budget and schemes
- Science & ICT: computer basics, internet, cyber security terms
Preparing for GS IV and the Hindi papers
- Read short notes on major Indian and Western thinkers (Buddha, Gandhi, Vivekananda, Socrates, Plato, Kant).
- Practise ethics case studies with a clear structure: stakeholders → options → best course of action.
- For General Hindi, practise grammar (sandhi, samas, muhavare) and précis every week.
- Write one Hindi essay and one draft (letter or report) each week.
Exam-day tips
- Attempt every question in the prelims – there is no negative marking.
- Do not take Paper II lightly: 40% is a must for general candidates.
- Mark answers on the OMR carefully; recheck roll number and booklet series.
MPPSC FAQs
Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, for unreserved posts, without category benefits. Check the notification for any post-specific conditions.
Is there negative marking?
No negative marking in the MPPSC prelims.
Can I write the mains in English?
Yes, for the GS papers. Papers V (General Hindi) and VI (Hindi essay and draft writing) must be written in Hindi.
What is the 87:13 formula?
Because of a pending court case on OBC reservation, MPPSC declares results for 87% of posts as final and keeps 13% provisional until the case is decided.