Can I clear MPSC exam in 1 year?

Yes, a serious can who wants to clear the MPSC State Services (Rajyaseva) Examination in the 1st attempt itself, an year's serious preparation is more than sufficient.

Is MPSC easy than UPSC?

The MPSC exam is a tough exam as many factual questions are being asked in it unlike UPSC.

What is MPSC age limit?

Candidates those who wants to appear for the exam must have Minimum Age Limit for MPSC is 19; Maximum Age Limit for them as General Category candidates and as Backward Class candidates is 43.

Can I pass MPSC exam without coaching?

Yes, Candidates who aim to qualify for the MPSC exam can do so without coachings as well by doing self study.

How many attempts are allowed for MPSC?

MPSC had relaxed by one year the number of attempts a candidate can avail. The existing number of attempts is six for Open category, unlimited for SC/ST candidates and nine for OBCs

MPSC Syllabus 2024, Download Prelims and Mains Subject wise PDF

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The Maharashtra Service Commission has released the MPSC Syllabus 2024 on its official website, mpsc.gov.in, along with the Exam Pattern. Candidates preparing for the Maharashtra PSC should have an idea of the syllabus and exam pattern for the MPSC Rajyaseva. In this article, we have discussed the subject-wise topic for the MPSC Rajyaseva Syllabus 2024. The syllabus for the MPSC is divided into different segments for the preliminary and main stages. Candidates are encouraged to review the subject-wise syllabus carefully to prepare effectively.

MPSC Syllabus 2024

The Commission has announced the revision of the MPSC Mains Syllabus. The Exam Pattern revised is more descriptive. Now 9, papers it will have instead of six. The Mains Exam total marks will be 1750 marks instead of 800. In the new MPSC Mains exam pattern, the marks scored in the two language papers will not be included in the merit scoring; instead, they have been made qualified.

Overview
Particular	Event
Exam Name	MPSC
Exam Level	Government Jobs
Application Mode	Online Only
Exam Mode	Offline
Language	English and Hindi
Vacancy	To be announced
Selection Process	Prelims, Mains, Interview
Exam Cities	Across Maharashtra

MPSC Prelims Syllabus 2024

The MPSC Prelims Syllabus 2024 for both papers is available to candidates in the following points. Similar to the UPSC, the MPSC only lists the topics’ names in the syllabus. Since it is a state-level exam, Maharashtra is the subject of the majority of the questions. Candidate preparation for both tests can be done concurrently with the correct study plan.

Paper	Syllabus
GS Paper I	India History (with special reference to Maharashtra) and Indian National Movement. Maharashtra, India, and world geography – Physical, Social, and Economic geography of Maharashtra, India and the World. Current events of state, national and international importance. Maharashtra and India – Polity and Governance – Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Urban Governance, Public Policy, Rights Issue, etc. General issues on Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity and Climate Change – that do not require subject specialization. Economic and Social Development – Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc. General Science
GS Paper II	English Comprehension Logical reasoning and analytical ability Interpersonal skills including communication skills General mental ability Decision-making and problem-solving Basic numeracy, Data Interpretation (Class X level) Marathi and English language comprehension skills (Class X/XII level)

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MPSC Mains Syllabus 2024

The Maharashtra PSC Mains Exam is the second phase of the exam. It consists of 7 compulsory papers. Papers I and II are language papers, while Papers III, IV, V and VI are papers on general studies. There is no optional paper in MPSC Mains. Candidates can go through the MPSC Mains Exam syllabus in the table given below.

Marathi and English

MPSC Syllabus for paper 1 in Marathi and English. Candidates can now check by referring to the table mentioned below.

Section 1: Marathi (50 marks)

MPSC Paper I English Test Types	Details
Essay Writing	– Compose an essay on a provided topic/subject.
	– Approximately 400 words.
Translation	– Translate an English paragraph into Marathi.
	– Approximately 1/2 page or two paragraphs.
Precis Writing

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English Language

The primary objective of English Language Paper 2 is to assess candidates’ proficiency in reading and comprehension and their ability to express ideas clearly and accurately in English. In the table below, we have discussed the paper question pattern

Test Type	Description
Precis Writing	– Test candidates’ ability to summarize information from provided passages with clarity and conciseness.
Short Essays	– Evaluate candidates’ capability to express ideas effectively within a limited scope in brief essays.
Comprehension	– Evaluate candidates’ understanding and analysis of substantial and complex prose passages.
Usage and Vocabulary	– Assess candidates’ command of English usage, grammar, and a wide vocabulary.

Note: Paper 2 qualifies, and the marks obtained will not contribute to the overall ranking.

Essay

In the Essay Paper, candidates may be required to write essays on various topics. The expectations include adhering closely to the essay’s subject, coherently organizing ideas, and presenting information concisely.

General Studies 1

Check out the MPSC Syllabus for Paper 4 in the following table.

MPSC Paper 4 Syllabus General Studies 1
Subject	MPSC Paper 4 Syllabus
Indian Heritage and Culture	Art Forms, Literature, and Architecture spanning ancient to modern times. Emphasis on the Bhakti movement and its philosophical aspects in Maharashtra.
Modern Indian History	Significant events, personalities, and issues starting from the mid-18th century. Coverage of the Freedom Struggle, its phases, and contributions across India. Postindependence reorganization and consolidation within India.
World History	Events since the 18th century, including the Industrial Revolution, world wars, national boundary alterations, colonization, decolonization, and political ideologies.
Salient Features of Indian Society	Indian societal diversity, the role of women, population concerns, poverty, urbanization, and the impact of globalization. Focus on social empowerment, communalism, regionalism, and secularism.
Geography	Global and Indian physical geography, distribution of natural resources, and factors influencing industry location. Study of geophysical phenomena, changes in significant geographical features, and their effects on flora, fauna, and human societies.

General Studies 2

This paper focuses on Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice, and International relations, emphasising Maharashtra.

MPSC Paper 5 Syllabus General Studies 2
Subject	Content
Indian Constitution	Historical foundations, evolution, features, amendments, key provisions, and fundamental structure. Functions and responsibilities of the Union and States, challenges within the federal structure, power devolution, and financial decentralisation.
Separation of Powers	Examination of power distribution among different branches, mechanisms for dispute resolution, and institutional setup. Comparative analysis between the Indian constitutional framework and those of other nations.
Parliament and State Legislatures	Structure, operations, business proceedings, authority, privileges, and related concerns.
Executive and Judiciary	Organizational setup and operations of the Executive and Judiciary. Influence of pressure groups, formal and informal associations on the Political system.
Local SelfGovernment	Scrutiny of governance at the grassroots level.
Representation of People’s Act	Key features and implications.
Constitutional Posts and Bodies	Selection process, powers, functions, and duties.
Government Policies	Interventions and strategies for sectoral development, as well as challenges in design and implementation.
Development Processes	Involvement and roles of NGOs, SHGs, associations, donors, charities, and other stakeholders in the development process.
Welfare Schemes	Evaluation of schemes aimed at aiding vulnerable populations, along with mechanisms, laws, institutions, and entities involved in their protection and enhancement.
Social Sector/Services	Issues about health, education, human resources, poverty, and hunger.
Governance and Accountability	Governance facets, transparency, accountability, egovernance, citizen charters, and institutional measures.
Role of Civil Services	Assessment of the role of civil services within a democratic framework.
International Relations	India’s relations with its neighbouring countries, bilateral, regional, and global alliances and pacts. Influence of policies and politics from developed and developing nations on India. Significant international institutions, agencies, and forums, including their structure and objectives.

General Studies 3

This MPSC Syllabus revolves around technology, economic development, biodiversity, environment, security, and disaster management, with some consideration given to Maharashtra.

MPSC Paper 6 Syllabus General Studies 3
Subject	Content
Indian Economy	Matters concerning planning, resource mobilization, growth, development, and employment.
Inclusive Growth	Examination of challenges associated with inclusive growth.
Government Budgeting	Assessment of the government budgeting process.
Agriculture	Major crops, cropping patterns, irrigation systems, storage, transport, marketing, and associated challenges. Technology’s role in agriculture.
Subsidies and Support Prices	Issues linked to direct and indirect farm subsidies, minimum support prices, and the Public Distribution System.
Food Processing and Industries	Scope, significance, location, and supply chain management.
Land Reforms	Overview of land reforms in India.
Liberalisation and Industrial Policy	Impact of liberalization, shifts in industrial policy, and their effects on industrial growth.
Infrastructure	Aspects concerning energy, ports, roads, airports, railways, and investment models.
Science and Technology	Progress, applications, societal impact, and achievements in Indian science and technology.
IT, Space, Computers, Robotics, Nanotechnology	Understanding intellectual property rights within these domains.
Environment	Conservation efforts, environmental pollution, degradation, and environmental impact assessments.
Disaster Management	Disaster and its management, Disaster Risk Resilience, building a resilient society.
Security Issues	Connections between development and extremism, challenges in border regions, organized crime, and terrorism. Roles of external state and non-state actors in internal security.
Security Forces and Agencies	Various security forces, agencies, and their mandates.

General Studies 4

MPSC Syllabus focuses on Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude, assessing candidates’ attitudes and approaches to issues related to integrity, probity in public life, problem-solving, and decision-making in various societal conflicts.

MPSC Paper 7 Syllabus General Studies 4
Subject	Content
Ethics and Human Interface	Essence, determinants, and consequences of ethics in human actions. Ethics’ various dimensions in both private and public relationships.
Human Values	Learnings from the lives and teachings of leaders, reformers, and administrators. Roles played by family, society, and educational institutions in nurturing values.
Attitude	Content, structure, and function of attitudes. Influence of attitudes on thoughts and behaviors, moral and political aspects.
Aptitude for Civil Service	Foundational values such as integrity, impartiality, nonpartisanship, objectivity, dedication, empathy, tolerance, and compassion.
Emotional Intelligence	Understanding concepts, utilities, and applications of emotional intelligence within administration and governance.
Contributions of Moral Thinkers	Insights derived from Indian and global moral thinkers and philosophers.
Ethics in Public Administration	Emphasis on public service values, ethical concerns and dilemmas, legal framework, rules, regulations, and conscience as sources guiding ethical conduct.
Probity in Governance	Conceptual understanding of public service, its philosophical foundation, elements like information sharing, transparency, Right to Information, codes of ethics, conduct, citizen’s charters, work culture, quality of service, funds utilization, and challenges related to corruption.
Case Studies	Examination and analysis of ethical issues through case studies.

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MPSC Exam Pattern 2024

Prelims, Mains, and Interview are the three stages of the MPSC state services exam, just like all other State Public Service Commission and UPSC examinations. Applicants must pass each level in order to advance to the next one. If they pass the preliminary exam, they can move on to the main exam, and if they pass it as well, they will be called for the MPSC 2024 interview.

MPSC Prelims Exam Pattern 2024

MPSC Prelims is the first phase of the selection process. Candidates are encouraged to review the Exam Pattern for the MPSC Prelims Exam 2024 before moving on to the syllabus. MPSC Prelims Exam Pattern: There are two required objective exams for this stage of the test. Each paper will take two hours. See the detailed MPSC prelims exam schedule.

MPSC Prelims Exam Pattern 2024
No. of Paper	No. of Questions	Marks Allotted	Qualification	Language	Time	Nature of Paper
Paper I	100	200	Degree	English & Marathi	2 hours	Objective
Paper II	80	200	Mix of Degree and School (depends on topic – refer below)	English & Marathi	2 hours	Objective

Candidates who meet the requirements will be evaluated based on their performance on both examinations.
For every erroneous response, there are negative marks on both Paper I and Paper II.
There won’t be any deductions for missed questions.
A negative 1/3 of the total scores are deducted for the question.
If the decision-making questions in Paper II are answered incorrectly, no points are deducted.
The MPSC Prelims is a screening process.
To qualify for the main exam, candidates must receive the minimum marks set by the commission.
Apart from the questions intended to evaluate the candidate’s English proficiency, all the questions are set in English and Marathi.

MPSC Mains Exam Pattern 2024

The objective test questions have a negative marking policy.
For the chance to advance to the interview stage, candidates must attempt all of the papers.
This round is both a qualifying and a scoring round.

MPSC State Services Mains Exam Pattern [Revised]
Subject	Marks & Time Duration	Standard	Medium
(Qualifying with 25% marks)
Paper 1 – Marathi	300 Marks; 3 Hours	Matriculation	Marathi
Paper 2 – English	300 Marks; 3 Hours	Matriculation	English
Papers to be counted for Merit (Mandatory)
Paper 3 – Essay	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Graduate	Marathi/ English
Paper 4 – General Studies -1	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Graduate	Marathi/ English
Paper 5 – General Studies -2	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Graduate	Marathi/ English
Paper 6 – General Studies -3	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Graduate	Marathi/ English
Paper 7 – General Studies -4	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Graduate	Marathi/ English
Paper 8 – Optional Subject Paper No.- 1	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Graduate	Marathi/ English
Paper 9 – Optional Subject Paper No.- 2	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Graduate	Marathi/ English

MPSC Syllabus 2024 PDF

Candidates can download MPSC Syllabus 2024 PDF from the below link. Commission releases the Official Syllabus for MPSC in PDF Format. One can download the MPSC Prelims and Mains Syllabus 2024 PDF along with exam patterns

MPSC Prelims Syllabus 2024 PDF

MPSC Mains Syllabus and Exam Pattern PDF