MPSC Exam Pattern 2024 for Prelims and Mains Exam

The MPSC Exam Pattern 2024 is explained in detail in this article. Read further to learn about the exam patterns for both the Prelims and Mains of the MPSC Rajyaseva Exam 2024.

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Maharashtra Public Service Commission conducts the State Service Examination, also known as Maharashtra State Service Examination. Maharashtra Public Service Commission has released the latest MPSC Exam Pattern 2024 on its official website. This will help the candidates to plan their strategy for the MPSC State Service Prelims Exam 2024. MPSC State Service Prelims Exam 2024 is scheduled on 01 December 2024. In this article, we have discussed the MPSC State Service Exam Pattern, Maximum Marks and duration for Prelims and Mains Exams. Read this article below to know more about MPSC Syllabus and get the latest updates about MPSC 2024 Exam Pattern.

MPSC Exam Pattern 2024

The MPSC has recently revised its Mains syllabus. The revised syllabus makes the exam pattern more descriptive. The MPSC Mains exam now includes 9 papers instead of six papers and total marks is 1,750 marks. The two language papers have been made qualifying in nature and will not count towards the merit score. The revised Mains pattern includes one essay paper, four general studies papers, and two papers on one optional subject chosen from a list of 26 subjects. The MPSC exam consists of three stages: Preliminary, Main, and Interview, aimed at selecting the best candidates for various posts in Maharashtra. It is important for candidates to familiarize themselves with the updated MPSC Syllabus and Exam Pattern for 2024. It is important to note that the MPSC Rajyaseva Exam Pattern for the Prelims and Mains exams are different. Below we have provided a glimpse of the MPSC 2024 Exam Pattern in the table.

MPSC Exam Pattern 2024- Highlights
Name of Conducting Body	Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC)
Exam Name	MPSC Rajyaseva Exam 2024
MPSC Prelims Exam Date 2024	1st December 2024
Category	Exam Pattern
Type of Questions	Prelims- Objective, Mains- Descriptive & MCQs
Medium of Language	Marathi & English
Job Location	Maharashtra
Official website	https://www.mpsc.gov.in/

MPSC Prelims Exam Pattern 2024

Incorrect answers incur a penalty of 1/4 of the marks allocated to that question.
Selecting two answers for a question results in a negative marking of 25% of the total marks assigned to that question.
Decision-making questions (Paper II, questions 74-80) do not have negative marking for incorrect answers.
Both Paper I and Paper II contribute to the merit ranking for qualifying for the MPSC mains exam.

MPSC Exam Pattern 2024- For Prelims
Paper No.	No. of Questions	Medium	Duration	Nature of Paper	Total Marks
Paper I -General Studies	100	English & Marathi	2 hours	Objective	200
Paper II- CSAT	80	English & Marathi	2 hours	Objective	200

Note: The MPSC Paper II qualifying criteria are the same as the UPSC CSAT paper in the UPSC CSE prelims which is a qualifying paper with 33% qualifying marks.

MPSC Prelims Exam marks are not added to the final merit list.
Prelims marks are not included in the final merit list.
Questions are provided in English and Marathi, except those specifically testing the candidate’s English proficiency.

MPSC Rajyaseva Notification 2024 PDF

MPSC Mains Exam Pattern 2024

Maharashtra PSC has announced the MPSC Rajyaseva Exam Pattern 2024 for Mains Exam. Significant changes to the MPSC Exam Pattern are discussed in the table below.

MPSC Exam Pattern 2024- For Mains [Revised]
Subject	Marks & Time Duration	Medium
(Qualifying with 25% marks)
Paper 1 – Marathi	300 Marks; 3 Hours	Marathi
Paper 2 – English	300 Marks; 3 Hours	English
Papers to be counted for Merit (Mandatory)
Paper 3 – Essay	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Marathi/ English
Paper 4 – General Studies -1	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Marathi/ English
Paper 5 – General Studies -2	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Marathi/ English
Paper 6 – General Studies -3	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Marathi/ English
Paper 7 – General Studies -4	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Marathi/ English
Paper 8 – Optional Subject Paper No.- 1	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Marathi/ English
Paper 9 – Optional Subject Paper No.- 2	250 Marks; 3 Hours	Marathi/ English

MPSC Interview

Candidates who pass the Mains exam are called for the MPSC interview. In this stage, a panel from the MPSC board evaluates the candidate through a personal discussion to see if they are suitable for an administrative career. This interview is more of a personality test where qualities like aptitude, quick thinking and communication skills are evaluated.

Preparation Tips for MPSC Exam 2024

In India, many candidates are seeking guidance on how to prepare for the MPSC Exam 2024. Below, we have outlined the MPSC Exam Pattern to aid in your preparation. Interested candidates should review this information to boost their chances of passing the examination.

Understand the Syllabus and Exam Pattern: Familiarize yourself with the syllabus and exam structure for both Prelims and Mains.
Use Quality Study Material: Choose recommended books, online resources, and papers from previous years for comprehensive preparation.
Regular Revision: Revise after a certain time to strengthen learning and stay prepared.
Create a Study Plan: Develop a structured study schedule covering all subjects and stick to it.
Practice with Mock Tests: Take mock tests regularly to get accustomed to the exam pattern and improve time management.
Focus on Current Affairs: Stay updated with current events, especially those related to Maharashtra and India.
Work on Weak Areas: Identify and allocate more time to difficult subjects or topics; seek help if needed.

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FAQs

What is the pattern of the MPSC exam for 2024?

The preliminary exam consists of two papers, each of 2 hours.

Is MPSC 2024 subjective or objective?

The preliminary examination consists of objective-type questions, and those who qualify this stage move on to the main examination, which consists of subjective-type questions.