Madhya Pradesh Service Commission conducts State Service Exam for various positions in government agencies and offices in the state of Madhya Pradesh. The MPPSC Notification 2023 was released on December 30th, 2022 on the official website of MPPSC. As per the notification, the application form for MPPSC Prelims 2023 will be available until February 9th, 2023. The Madhya Pradesh Service Commission organizes the State Service Exam for various government positions in Madhya Pradesh. To perform well in the MPPSC Exam 2023, candidates should have a good understanding of the MPPSC Syllabus 2023.
MPPSC Syllabus 2023 Overview
If you are getting ready for the MPPSC State Service Exam, it’s important to study the exam pattern and syllabus beforehand. Knowing the syllabus will help you plan and organize your study. You should also have a good understanding of the exam pattern for all three stages: preliminary, mains, and interview.
The MPPSC State Service Exam has three stages: Preliminary, Mains, and Interview. To qualify for the position, you need to clear all three stages. The Preliminary stage has two compulsory papers – General Studies and General Aptitude Test. This is an objective-based exam, and the marks obtained here do not count in the final merit list. There is no negative marking for the prelims, so you should attempt all questions. The purpose of the Preliminary exam is to qualify candidates for the Mains exam.
The Mains exam consists of 6 papers that carry a total of 1400 marks. The Interview stage comprises 175 marks, which will be added to the final merit list. The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission will release a final merit list based on the Mains and Interview marks obtained by the candidate.
To learn more about the MPPSC Syllabus and Exam Pattern, please read the article below.
MPPSC New Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2023
| Organization | Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Exam Name | MPPSC State Service Exam 2023 |
| MPPSC 2023 Stages | Prelims – Mains – Interview |
| MPPSC Prelims Exam 2023 Date | 21st May 2023 |
| MPPSC 2023 Mode of application | Online |
| MPPSC 2023 Duration of Exam | 2 hours for each paper |
| Official Website | mppsc.gov.in |
MPPSC Dates 2023
The MPPSC 2023 Notification states that the application form for MPPSC Prelims 2023 will be available from January 10th to February 9th, 2023. To find out other important dates for MPPSC, please refer to the table below.
| Particulars | Dates |
| MPPSC Notification 2023 | 30th December 2022 |
| MPPSC Prelims 2023 application form date | 10th Jan 2023 |
| Last Date of online application | 09th February 2023 |
| Starting date of correction of the error in applying online | 16th January 2023 |
| Last date for correction | 11th February 2023 |
| MPPSC Admit Card Download Date | 14th May 2023 |
| MPPSC prelims 2023 exam | 21st May 2023 |
| MPPSC Mains Exam Date 2023 | To be notified |
| MPPSC Interview 2023 | To be notified |
MPPSC Syllabus for Prelims & Mains 2023
As per the MPPSC 2023 Notification, the MPPSC syllabus has been split into two parts. In this article, we have shared the updated MPPSC syllabus. To perform well in the MPPSC Exam, candidates should study the topics listed below,
| Name of the Exam | Type of the Exam/Time | Marks |
| MPPSC Prelims | | – General Studies-Objective (2 Hours) ||- General Aptitude Test- Objective (2 Hours) | 200 200 |
| MPPSC Mains | General Studies-I (3 hours) General Studies-II (3 hours) General Studies-III (3 hours) General Studies-IV (3 hours) Hindi (3 Hours) Hindi Essay (2 hours) | 300 300 300 200 200 100 |
| MPPSC Interview | Personality Test | 175 |
MPPSC Prelims Syllabus 2023
In order to clear the MPPSC Exam, it’s important for candidates to have a complete understanding of the MPPSC Syllabus. The MPPSC Exam is divided into two parts: the Preliminary exam and the Main exam. To prepare for the exam, candidates can refer to the detailed MPPSC Prelims syllabus provided here.
MPPCS Syllabus for General Studies Objective– 2023
The MPPSC General Studies Syllabus covers a range of subjects such as History, Geography, Politics, Economy, Science, Environment, and Current Affairs. It is designed to assess the candidates’ knowledge and comprehension of different aspects of Madhya Pradesh and India. The syllabus is extensive and covers topics from ancient times to current events. We have listed the detailed MPPSC General Studies Syllabus for Prelims below.
| Subjects | MPPSC Pre Syllabus |
| 1. History, Culture, and Literature of Madhya Pradesh | 1- Major events and major dynasties in the history of Madhya Pradesh. 2- Contribution of Madhya Pradesh in the freedom movement. 3- Major arts and sculpture of Madhya Pradesh. 4- Major tribes and dialects of Madhya PradeshMajor festivals, Folk music, folk arts, and folk 5- literature of Madhya Pradesh. 6- Important Literator of Madhya Pradesh and their literature. 7- Religious and tourist places of Madhya Pradesh. 8- Important Tribal Personalities of Madhya Pradesh |
| 2. History of India | 1- Major features, Events, and their administrative, 2- Social and Economical Systems of Ancient and Medieval India.Social and Religious Reform movements in the 19th and 20th centuries. 3- Independence struggle and the Indian National Movement for Freedom. 3- Integration and Reorganization of India after Independence. |
| 3. Geography of Madhya Pradesh | 1- Forest, Forest Produce, Wildlife, Rivers, Mountains, and Mountain ranges of Madhya Pradesh. 2- The climate of Madhya Pradesh. 3- Natural and Mineral resources of Madhya Pradesh. 4- Transport in Madhya Pradesh. 5- Major Irrigation and Electrical Projects in Madhya Pradesh. 6- Agriculture, Animal husbandry, and Agriculture based industries in Madhya Pradesh. |
| 4. Geography of World and India | 1- Physical Geography:- Physical features and Natural regions. 2- Natural Resources:- Forest, Mineral resources, Water, Agriculture, Wildlife, National Parks/ Sanctuaries/Safari. 3- Social Geography:- Population related Demography (Population growth, Age, Sex ratio, Literacy). 4- Economic Geography: – Natural and Human resources (Industry, Modes of Transport). 5- Continents/Countries/Oceans/Rivers/Mountains of the world. 6- Natural Resources of the World. 7- Conventional and Nonconventional Energy Resources. |
| 5. ( A) Constitutional System of Madhya Pradesh | 1- Constitutional System of Madhya Pradesh (Governor, Council of Ministers, Legislative Assembly, High Court). 2- The three-tier system of Panchayati Raj and Urban Administration in Madhya Pradesh |
| (B) Economy of Madhya Pradesh | 1- Demography and Census of Madhya Pradesh. 2- Economic Development of Madhya Pradesh. 3- Major Industries of Madhya Pradesh. 4- Castes of Madhya Pradesh, Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes of Madhya Pradesh and Major Welfare Schemes of State. |
| 6. Constitution Government and Economy of India | 1- Government India act 1919 and 1935 2- Constituent Assembly. 3- Union Executive, President, and Parliament. 4- Fundamental Rights and Duties of the Citizens and Directive Principles of State policy. 5- Constitutional Amendments.Supreme Court and Judicial System. 6- Indian Economy, Industrial Development and Foreign Trade, Import and Export. 7- Financial Institutions- Reserve Bank of India, Nationalised Banks, Security, and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), National Stock Exchange (NSE), Non-Banking Financial Institutions. |
| 7. Science and Technology | 1- Basic Principles of Science. 2- Important Indian Scientific Research Institutions and Their achievements, Satellite and Space technology. 3- Environment and Biodiversity. 4- Ecological SystemNutrition, Food, and Nutrient. 5- Human Body. 6- Agricultural Product Technology. 7- Food ProcessingHealth Policy and Programmes. 8- Pollution, Natural Disasters, and Management. |
| 8. Current International and National Affairs | 1- Important Personalities and Places. 2- Major Events 3- Important Sports Institutes, Sports Competitions, and Awards of India and Madhya Pradesh. |
| 9. Information and Communication Technology | 1- Electronics, Information and Communication Technology 2- Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Cyber Security 3- GovernanceInternet and Social Networking Sites 4- E-commerce. |
| 10. National and Regional Constitutional/ Statutory bodies | 1- Election Commission of India. 2- State Election Commission. 3- Union Public Service Commission. 4- Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission. 5- Comptroller and Auditor General. 5- NITI Aayog.Human Rights Commission. 6- Women Commission.Child Protection Commission. 7- Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Commission. 8- Backward class Commission. 9- Information Commission. 10- Vigilance Commission. 11- National Green Tribunal. 12- Food preservation Commission etc. |
MPPSC General Aptitude test Syllabus
The MPPSC General Aptitude Syllabus is a set of different topics that are created to evaluate a candidate’s ability to think logically, solve problems and think critically. These topics cover various subjects, such as math, reasoning, language, interpreting data, and analyzing information. The syllabus includes both practical and theoretical concepts, and candidates must understand all the topics to do well in the exam. The MPPSC General Aptitude Syllabus is a crucial part of the MPPSC exam, and it needs a lot of preparation to get good grades. We have mentioned the detailed syllabus topics below.
1-Comprehension.
2-Interpersonal skills including communication skills.
3- Logical reasoning and analytical ability.
4- Decision making and problem-solving.
5- General mental ability.
6- Basic numeracy.
7- Hindi Language Comprehension Skill (Class X level)
MPPSC Mains Syllabus 2023
In this section, candidates can find the MPPSC Prelims Syllabus for 2023. It is important for candidates to know the MPPSC Syllabus well, so that they can plan their preparation effectively. The syllabus for the MPPSC Mains Exam 2023 is also provided below.
MPPSC syllabus General Studies I:- History and Geography
The MPPSC syllabus for the History and Geography exam aims to evaluate candidates’ understanding of the state’s history and geography. We have provided a detailed MPPSC History and Geography syllabus below for your reference.
Part(A) –MPPSC History Syllabus 2023
The MPPSC history course includes the study of India’s ancient, medieval, and modern history, with a particular emphasis on Madhya Pradesh’s history. To do well in the exam, candidates should study the syllabus thoroughly and prepare accordingly. Below is a table with the detailed topics covered in the MPPSC History Syllabus.
| Units | Topics |
| Unit 1 | Indian History:- Political, Economic, Social, and Cultural History of India from Harappan civilization to 10th Century A.D. |
| Unit 2 | 1- Political, Economic, Social and Cultural History of India from 11th to 18th Century A.D. 2- Mugal rulers and their administration, Emergence of composite culture 3- mpact of British Rule on Indian Economy and Society |
| Unit 3 | 1- Reactions of Indians against British Colonial Rule- Peasant and Tribal revolts, 2- The First Struggle of Independence. 3- ndian RenaissanceNational Freedom Movement and its leaders. 4- The emergence of India as a Republic Nation. 5- Reorganization of States, Formation of Madhya Pradesh. 6- Major events of the post-independence period. |
| Unit 4 | 1- Independence Movement in Madhya Pradesh.* 2- Indian Cultural Heritage (with special reference to Madhya Pradesh) 3- Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature, Festivals & Architecture from ancient to modern times. 4- World Heritage sites in Madhya Pradesh 5- Tourism in Madhya Pradesh |
| Unit 5 | 1- Dynasties of Madhya Pradesh (From beginning till independence). 2- Dynasty of Gondwana 3- Dynasties of Bundelkhand 4- Dynasties of Baghelkhand 5- Holkar Dynasty Scindia DynastyBhopal State |
Part(B) –MPPSC Geography Syllabus 2023
The MPPSC geography course includes the study of India’s physical, economic, and social geography, with a focus on the geography of Madhya Pradesh. It is important for candidates to carefully review and study the syllabus in order to do well on the exam. Below are the specific topics included in the MPPSC Geography Syllabus.
| Units | Topics |
| Unit 1. World Geography | 1-Major PhysicalFeatures- Mountains, Plateaus, Plains, Rivers, Lakes, Glaciers. 2-Major Geographical Phenomena- Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanicity, Cyclone. 3-World Climate- Climate and seasons, and Climatic regions of the WorldDistribution of rainfall Climate change and its effects. |
| Unit 2. Geography of India | 1- Major physical features – Mountains, Plateaus, Plains, Rivers, Lakes, Glaciers. 2- Physiographic Division of India. 3- The climate of India- Origin of Monsoon, Distribution of rainfall, El Nino Phenomenon Climate and Seasons of IndiaCimatic regions of India. 4-Natural Resources- Types and their uses. Water Resources, Forest Resouce, soil Rocks and minerals resources 5- Population- Growth, distribution, density, sex ratio, literacy, migration, rural and urban population. 5- Food Processing and Related Industries- Scope and significance of Food Processing Industries -Location of industries, -Forward and Backward linkages for industries, -Demand-supply chain management. |
| Unit 3. Geography of Madhya Pradesh | 1- Major Geomorphic Regions with special reference to Narmada Valley and Malwa Plateau. 2- Natural vegetation and climate of Madhya Pradesh. 3- Soil- Physical, chemical, and biological properties of soil, soil formation process, problems of soil erosion and soil degradation, Problem soil and methods of its reclamation, soil conservation planning on a watershed basis. 4- Mineral Resources of Madhya Pradesh- Types, distribution, and uses. 5- Energy Resources of Madhya Pradesh- Types, distribution, and uses. 6- Major Industries of MP on the basis of agricultural produce, forests, and minerals. 7- The Tribes of State with particular reference to vulnerable tribes. |
| Unit 4. Water and Disaster Management | 1- Water Resources – -Drinking Water:- Supply, factors of impurity of water, and quality management. -Water management. Groundwater Conservation and water conservation. 2- Disaster Management- -Natural and Man-made disasters -Concept and scope of disaster management -specific hazards and mitigation. -Community planning- Resource mapping, relief, rehabilitation -Preventive and administrative measures, and safe construction. -Alternative communication and survival efficiency. |
| Unit 5. Advanced Techniques in Geography | 1- Remote sensing- -Principles of Remote sensing -Electromagnetic spectrum, -Application of remote sensing. -Types and Components of Satellite 2- Global Information System(GIS)- Components and Application of GIS, 3- Global Positioning System (GPS)- Basic concepts and Applications of GPS. |
MPPCS Syllabus for General Studies II
The MPPSC CSAT Syllabus covers topics related to the government, economy, and society of India and Madhya Pradesh. The MPPSC General Studies Paper 2 syllabus is quite extensive and is provided below for those who are preparing for the main exam.
Part A- MPPSC Syllabus –Constitution, Governance, Political, and Administrative
The MPPSC Polity Syllabus includes the study of the Indian Constitution, how government institutions are organized and work, and the responsibilities and rights of citizens. Here is a list of the specific topics included in the syllabus:
| Units | Topics |
| Unit 1. | 1- Constitution of India -Making of Constitution -Major Characteristics of Constitution, -Basic Structure of Constitution -important amendments in Constitution. 2- Conceptual Elements – Preamble, – Fundamental Rights – Fundamental Duties, – Directive principle of state policy. 3- Federalism in India 4- Center-State Relations 4- Judiciary in India- -Supreme Court, – High Court, -Judicial Review and Judicial Activism, -Lok Adalat -Public Interest Litigation. |
| Unit 2. | 1- Constitutional Bodies:- – Election Commission of India, – Comptroller and Auditor General of India, – Union Public Service Commission, – Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission 2- NITI Aayog (Extra constitutional Body) 3- Politics in India – Role of caste, religion, class, ethnicity, language, and gender in Indian politics, – Political parties, – Voting behavior in Indian politics, 4- Civil society, and Public movement, 5- National integrity, and security issues |
| Unit 3. | (1) Public participation and local government (with reference of 73rd and 74th amendment to the Constitution) (2) Accountability and Rights – Competition Commission of India, – Consumer Forum, – Information Commission of India and MP, – Women’s Commission, – Human Rights Commission of India & MP, – SC / ST / OBC Commission, – Central Vigilance Commission. (3) Features of Democracy – Political Representations, – Participation of Citizens in the Decision-making Process. 4- Community-based organizations (CBO)- Non-Government Organizations (NGOs), and Self-help groups (SHG). 5- Role of Media and Problems (Electronic, Print, and Social) |
| Unit 4. | (6) Indian Political Thinkers – Kautilya, – Mahatma Gandhi, – Jawaharlal Nehru, – Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel, – Ram Manohar Lohia, – Dr.B.R.Ambedkar, – Deendayal Upadhyaya, – Jayaprakash Narayan. |
| Unit 5. | Administration and Management – Meaning, nature, and significance of Public Administration, – Role of public administration in developed and developing societies, – Development of Public Administration as a subject, – Modern Public Administration, – Principles of Public Administration. (2) Concepts – Power, – Authority – Responsibility – Delegation (3) Theories of organization, steps, and area of control and unity of command. (4) New dimensions of public management, management of change, and development administration. |
Part B- MPPSC Economics and Sociology Syllabus
The MPPSC Economics Syllabus covers topics like macro and microeconomics, how government policies impact the economy, and how to promote economic growth. The MPPSC Sociology Syllabus focuses on understanding how society works, including social structures and relationships between people. Here is a detailed list of the topics covered in both the MPPSC Economics and Sociology Syllabus:
| Units | Topics |
| Unit 1. Economy of India | 1- Sectors of Economy- Issues and initiatives in the field of agriculture, industry, and services sector in India. 2- Measurement of national income in India. 3- Banking System in India – Functions of Reserve Bank of India – Function of commercial banks, – Financial inclusion, – Monetary policy. 4- Taxation system in India – Characteristics of a good taxation system – Type of Tax- Direct tax and indirect taxes, – Subsidies and cash transaction 5- Fiscal policy of India 6- Public Distribution System, 7- Current Trends and Challenges of the Indian economy – Poverty, – Unemployment – Regional Imbalances. 8- External Sector – India’s international trade and balance of payment, – Role of Foreign capital, – Multi-national companies, – Foreign Direct Investment – Import-Export policy, 9- International Organizations – International Monetary Fund – World Bank – Asian Development Bank – World Trade Organization – ASIAN – SAARC – NAFTA – OPEC, |
| Unit 2. Economy of Madhya Pradesh | 1- Agriculture in Madhya Pradesh- Major crops, holdings and cropping patterns, Social and physical environmental impact on production and distribution of crops, 2- Issues and challenges related with quality and supply of seeds and manure, farming practices in MP 3- Issues and challenges of Allied Sector in MP- Horticulture, Poultry, Dairy and Animal Husbandry, Fisheries, etc. 4- Problems and challenges related to agricultural produce, transportation, storage, and marketing in MP. 5- Welfare Schemes of Agriculture. 6- Contribution of the Service Sector to the economy of MP 7- Infrastructure and resources of Madhya Pradesh- Irrigation Projects, Energy Resources, Transport, etc. 8- Demographic scenario of Madhya Pradesh and its impacts on the economy of Madhya Pradesh. 9- Industrial sector, growth, trends, and challenges. 10- Availability of skilled human resources, employability, and productivity of human resources, Different trends of employment. |
| Unit 3. Human Resource Development | 1- Education – Elementary education, – Quality of Higher, Vocational, Technical, and Medical Education. – Issues related to girls’ education. 2- Vulnerable Section of Society- Issues and Welfare Programs – Differently abled classes, – Senior Citizens, – Children, – Women, – Underprivileged classes – Displaced groups arising out of developmental projects. |
| Unit 4. | 1- Elements of social harmony 2- the concept of civilization and culture. 3- Features of Indian Culture. 4- Rituals- Various references, Caste system. 5- Ashram, Purushartha, Chatushtya 6- Religion and sect influence on society 7- Methods of marriage. 8- Community Development Programme 9- Extension Education, 10-Panchayati Raj, 11-Role of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Community Development. 12-Recent trends in the Voluntary sector regarding Rural Development, 13-Family Court. |
| Unit 5. | 1- Population and Associated Issues – Population and Health Problems, – Health Education, and Empowerment, – Family Welfare Programmes, – Population Control. 2- Schedules Tribes – Status of Tribes in Madhya Pradesh, – Social Structure, customs, Beliefs, Marriage, Kinship, Religious Beliefs and Traditions, Festivals, and Celebrations in Tribes. 3- Nutrition and Health – Women’s Education, – Family Health, – Statistics of Birth rate and Death Rate – Causes, and effects of malnutrition – Government Programmes of supplementary nutrition, – Technological inventions in the field of Immunology – Remedies (Treatment and Cure) of communicable and non-communicable diseases. 4- World Health Organization:- Objectives, Structure, Functions, and Programmes. |
MPPCS Syllabus for General Studies III
The MPPSC Science and Technology syllabus covers a wide range of subjects related to science and technology, such as physics, chemistry, biology, environmental science, computer science, and information technology. The syllabus is designed to test the candidates’ knowledge and understanding of these subjects at the undergraduate level. It covers topics like motion, chemical reactions, genetics, ecology, programming languages, database management, and cybersecurity. The MPPSC Science and Technology syllabus aims to evaluate the candidates’ ability to apply scientific and technological concepts in practical situations. Here is a detailed list of the topics covered in the MPPSC Science and Technology Syllabus:
| Units | Topics |
| Unit 1. Physics | 1- Work, Power, and Energy- Gravitational Force, Friction, Atmospheric Pressure, and Work. 2- Units and Measurement, Examples from daily life. 3- Speed, Velocity, Acceleration 4- Sound- Definition, Medium of Propagation, Audible and Inaudible sound, Noise, and Music. Terminology related to Sound:- Amplitude, Wave Length, Frequency of Vibration. 5- Electricity:- Different types of cells, Circuit. 6- Magnet:- Properties, preparation, and uses of artificial magnet 7- Light:- Reflection, Refraction, Mirrors and Lenses, Image Formation, 8- Heat: Measuring Temperature, Thermometers, Transformation of Heat. |
| Unit 2. Chemistry | 1- Element, Compound, and Mixture- Definition, Chemical Symbols, Properties, Availability on the Earth, 2- Material:- Metals and Non-Metals, Periodic Table and Periodicity. 3- Atom, Atomic Structure, Valancy, Bonding, Nuclear Fusion, and Fission. 4- Acids, Bases, and Salts. PH Value Indicators. 5- Physical and Chemical Changes. 6- Chemistry in daily life |
| Unit 3. Biology | 1- Micro-organism and Organic Farming. 2- Cell –Structure and Function, Classification of Animals and Plants. 3- Nutrition in plants, animals, and human beings, 4- Balanced Diet, Vitamins, Deficiency Diseases, Hormones, Body Organs of Human Beings, Structure, and Functioning. 5- Respiration in Organisms. 6- Transportation in Animals and Plants. 7- Reproduction in Animals and Plants 8- Health and Hygiene and Diseases. |
| Unit 4. Computer and Digital Governance | 1- Types, Characteristics, and Generations of Computers 2- Memory, Storage Devices 3- Input and Output Devices 4- Software and Hardware 5- Operating systems, Windows 6- Uses of Microsoft Office 7- Computer Languages- Translators, Compilers, 8- Interpreters and Assemblers. 9- Internet, E-mail, Social Media 10-E-Governance. 11-Different useful Portals, Sites, and Web Pages. |
| Unit 5. General Maths & Statistics | 1- General Maths – Numbers and its type, – Methods of Unit Measurement, – Equations, and Factors, – – Profit and loss, – Percentage, – Simple and Compound Interest, – Ratio Proportion. 2- Statistics – Probability, – Measurement of Central Tendency (Mean, Mode, Median) and Variance, – Types of Sampling. |
| Unit 6. Health | 1- Communicable diseases and their Prevention. 2- National Vaccination Programme. 3- Primary Knowledge of AYUSH- Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, Homeopathy 4- Health Related Important Welfare Schemes of Central and State Government. 5- Major Health Organizations of Central and the State Government. |
| Unit 7. Technology | 1- Effects of Development on Human Life, 2- Limitations of Indigenous Technologies. 3- History of Remote Sensing, Remote Sensing in India. 4- Scientific Institutes (General information of above institutions) – Indian Space Research Organization] (ISRO) – Raja Ramanna Center for Atomic Technology (RRCAT) – Satish Dhawan Space Center (SDSC) Shriharikota – Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) – Bhabha Atomic Research Center (BARC), Mumbai – Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai – National Atmospheric Research Laboratory (NARL) Tirupati – Liquid Propulsion System Center (LPSC), Bengaluru – Space Application Center (SAC), Ahmedabad – Indian Deep Space Network (IDSN) Ramanagara, – Indian Space Science Data Center(ISSDC), Ramanagara – Vikram Sarabhai Space Center (VSSC), Thiruvananthapuram – Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Thiruvananthapuram – National Remote Sensing Center (NRSC), Hyderabad – Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), Dehradoon 5- Generations of Geostationary Satellite Launch Vehicles.Biotechnology- Definition, and uses of 6- Biotechnology in sectors of Health and Medicine, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Industry, and Environment. 7- Clones, Robots, and Artificial Intelligence. 8- Patents and Rights of Intellectual Property (Trips, Trims) Contribution of Indians in the field of Science and Technology – Chandrashekhar Venkata Raman, – Hargovind Khurana – Jagdish Chandra Basu – Homi Jahangir Bhabha – M. Vishveshraiya – Srinivas Ramanujan, – Vikram Sarabhai, – A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, – Satendra Nath Bose. – Raja Ramanna, – Prafullchandra Roy. 9- National and International Awards in the field of Science. |
| Unit 8. Energy | 1- Conventional and Non-Conventional Sources of Energy- Meaning, Definition, Examples, and Differences 2- Energy Efficiency 3- Energy Management 4- Organizational Integration, 5- Energy Management in Operational Functions, 6- Energy Purchase, Production, Production planning and Control, Maintenance. 7- Issues and Challenges related to Energy Strategies 8- Alternate Sources of Energy- Present scenario and future possibilities. 9- Solar Energy, Wind Energy, Oceanic Energy, Geothermal Energy, Biomass Energy, Biofuel Energy, etc. |
| Unit 9. Environment | 1- Environment – Definition, Scope of Environment – Dimensions of Environment- Physical, Economic, Cultural, Educational, Psychological, etc, – Concepts of Environment in the Indian context, and in the Modern World. – Effect of human activities on the Environment, – Ethics and Values related to Environment 2- Pollution – Environmental Pollution, – Environmental Changes. – Issues and challenges related to the Environment – Causes and effects of Environmental Degradation 3- Environment Conservation – Environmental Education, – Programmes for Mass Awareness, – Environmental Education and its relationship with Health and Safety. – Eco-friendly Technologies, – Conservation of Energy, – Constitutional provisions related to Environment and its Protection. – Environmental Protection Policies and Regulatory Framework 4-Biodiversity |
| Unit 10. Geology | 1-Definition and importance of Geology, Earth – Crust, – Mantle, – Core Lithosphere, – Hydrosphere, – Origin and Age of Earth, – Geological Time Scale, 2- Rock – Definition – Types of Rocks- Igneous, Sedimentary, and Metamorphic Rock. 3- Minerals and Ores, 4- Fossils, Natural Coal, Natural Oil, and Natural Gas. 5- Weathering and Erosion 6-Formation of soil 7-Groundwater |
MPPCS Syllabus for General Studies IV
The MPPSC exam covers many different topics for Philosophy, Psychology, and Public Administration. Philosophy covers things like Indian and Western Philosophy, Ethics, and Logic. Psychology covers things like how people think, behave, and feel, as well as personality and mental health. Public Administration covers topics like how governments work and make decisions. The MPPSC exam wants to make sure you have a good understanding of these subjects and how they apply to the real world. To help you prepare, we have listed all the topics you need to know.
| Units | Topics |
| Unit 1. Philosopher/Thinkers, Social Reformers | 1- Socrates, Plato, Aristotle 2- Mahavir, Buddha, Charwak, 3- Acharya Shankar, Guru Nanak, Kabir, Tulsidas, 4- Ravindra Nath Tagore, Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Savitribai Phule, 5- Swami Dayanand Saraswati, Swami Vivekanand, 6- Maharshi Arvind, Sarvpalli Radhakrishnan. |
| Unit 2. | 1- Attitude: Content, Elements, Function Formation of Attitude, Attitudinal Change, Persuasive Communication, Prejudice and Discrimination, Stereotypes Orthodox in the Indian context. 2- Aptitude – Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service, Integrity, Impartiality and Non-partisanship, Objectivity, Dedication to public service, Empathy, Tolerance, and Compassion towards the weaker sections. 3- Emotional Intelligence- Emotional Intelligence-Concepts, their utilities, and application in Administration and Governance. 4- Individual differences |
| Unit 3. | 1- Human Needs and Motivation 2- Ethics and Values in Public Administration – Ethical elements in governance – Integrity, – Accountability – Transparency, – Ethical Reasoning and Moral Dilemmas, – Conscience as a source of ethical guidance. – Code of Conduct for Civil Servants, – Implementation of Higher values in governance. |
| Unit 4. | 1- Corruption – Types and Causes of Corruption – Effects of corruption – Approaches to minimizing corruption – Role of society, Media, Family, and Whistleblower – United Nations Convention on Corruption – Measuring corruption – Transparency International – Lokpal and Lokayukt. |
| Unit 5. | Case Studies: – Based on the contents of the syllabus |
MPPSC Exam Pattern 2023
Here in this section, you can find the MPPSC Prelims Syllabus. It’s important for candidates to know the syllabus well, so they can plan their preparation properly. The MPPSC Exam has three stages, and we’ve provided the latest exam pattern in the table below.
| Name of the Exam | MPPSC- Type of the Exam/Duration | Marks |
| MPPSC Prelims exam 2023 | 1 – General Studies-Objective (2 Hours) 2- General Aptitude Test- Objective (2 Hours) | 200 200 |
| MPPSC Mains Exam 2023 | General Studies-I (3 hours) General Studies-II (3 hours) General Studies-III (3 hours) General Studies-IV (3 hours) Hindi (3 Hours) Hindi Essay (2 hours) | 300 300 300 200 200 100 |
| MPPSC Interview | Personality Test | 175 |
MPPSC Prelims Exam Pattern 2023
The MPPSC Prelims exam 2023 will have two papers: General Studies and General Aptitude Test. Both papers will have Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), and each paper is worth 200 marks. You’ll have 2 hours or 120 minutes to complete each paper, and there won’t be any negative marking for wrong answers.
For the MPPSC Mains exam 2023, there will be five main papers: General Studies I, II, III, and IV, as well as Hindi and a Hindi essay
| Name of the Subject | Marks | Duration |
| Paper 1 ( General Studies) | 200 | 2 hours |
| Paper 2 ( General Aptitude Test) | 200 | 2 hours |
MPPSC Mains Exam Pattern 2023
The main stage of the MPPSC exam consists of six papers that require written answers. All of the papers are compulsory, and the total marks for the main stage is 1400. You can find more information about each paper in the table below.
| Paper | Subjects | Time | Maximum Marks | Medium |
| Paper 1 | History & Geography | 3 Hours | 300 | Hindi, English |
| Paper 2 | Polity, Economics, Sociology | 3 Hours | 300 | Hindi, English |
| Paper 3 | Science & Technology | 3 Hours | 300 | Hindi, English |
| Paper 4 | Philosophy, Psychology, Public Administration | 3 Hours | 200 | Hindi, English |
| Paper 5 | General Hindi and Hindi Grammar | 3 Hours | 200 | Hindi only |
| Paper 6 | Hindi Essay & Draft Writing | 3 Hours | 100 | Hindi only |
FAQ
Q. What is the MPPSC exam?
The MPPSC exam is the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission exam, which is a state-level competitive exam held to recruit candidates for various government positions in Madhya Pradesh.
Q. What is the MPPSC Syllabus for 2023?
The MPPSC Syllabus for 2023 covers a wide range of topics for both the Preliminary and Main exams. The syllabus includes topics in General Studies, Aptitude, Philosophy, Psychology, Public Administration, and Hindi.
Q. How can I prepare for the MPPSC exam?
You can prepare for the MPPSC exam by studying the syllabus thoroughly, practicing previous year’s question papers, taking mock tests, and staying up-to-date with current affairs.
Q. What is the exam pattern for the MPPSC exam?
The MPPSC exam pattern consists of two stages, the Preliminary and Main exam. The Preliminary exam has two papers, while the Main exam has six descriptive papers.
Q. Is there negative marking in the MPPSC exam?
There is no negative marking for wrong answers in the MPPSC Preliminary exam, but negative marking is applicable in the Main exam.
Q. How can I access the MPPSC Syllabus 2023?
You can access the MPPSC Syllabus 2023 on the official website of the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission or on other education-related websites.
.CONCLUSION
The MPPSC Syllabus 2023 covers a wide range of topics for both the Preliminary and Main exams. The syllabus includes General Studies, Aptitude, Philosophy, Psychology, Public Administration, and Hindi. To prepare for the exam, candidates should study the syllabus thoroughly, practice previous year’s question papers, take mock tests, and stay up-to-date with current affairs. The MPPSC exam pattern consists of two stages, and there is no negative marking for wrong answers in the Preliminary exam, but negative marking is applicable in the Main exam. The syllabus can be accessed on the official website of the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission or on other education-related websites.