Syllabus for Maharashtra Public Service Commission State Service Exam

Maharashtra Public Service Commission State Service Exam Syllabus 

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) State Service Exam is a competitive exam used to recruit candidates for various administrative positions in the Maharashtra state government. The exam is divided into three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Personal Interview. Here is a comprehensive syllabus for the MPSC State Service Exam:

1. Preliminary Examination

Paper I: General Studies

Current Events:

• National and international events
• Important days
• Awards and honors

History:

• Ancient India (Indus Valley Civilization, Maurya and Post-Maurya Period, Gupta Period)
• Medieval India (Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire, Maratha Empire)
• Modern India (British Expansion, Freedom Struggle, Independence)

Geography:

• Physical geography (Landforms, Climate, Natural Resources)
• Human geography (Population, Settlements, Economic Activities)
• Indian geography (Physical features, Climate, Natural Resources)

Polity:

• Indian Constitution (Features, Amendments, Fundamental Rights and Duties)
• State Government and Local Government
• Panchayati Raj Institutions and Municipalities
• Governance and Administrative System

Economy:

• Basic Economic Concepts (Supply and Demand, Inflation, Unemployment)
• Indian Economy (Planning, Agriculture, Industry, Trade)
• Economic Development and Reforms

Science and Technology:

• Basic Concepts in Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
• Technology and Innovations
• Environment and Ecology

General Mental Ability:

• Logical Reasoning
• Analytical Ability
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Quantitative Aptitude

Paper II: Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT)

Comprehension:

• Reading and understanding passages
• Interpreting information

Interpersonal Skills:

• Communication
• Emotional Intelligence

Logical Reasoning:

• Analogies
• Pattern Recognition
• Series

Decision-Making and Problem-Solving:

• Situational Judgments
• Decision-Making Scenarios

Basic Numeracy:

• Arithmetic
• Data Interpretation

English Language Skills:

• Grammar
• Vocabulary
• Sentence Structure

2. Main Examination

Paper I: Marathi and English (Language Papers)

Marathi Language:

• Essay Writing
• Precis Writing
• Comprehension

English Language:

• Essay Writing
• Precis Writing
• Comprehension

Paper II: General Studies I

Indian History:

• Ancient India
• Medieval India
• Modern India

Geography:

• Physical Geography
• Human Geography
• Indian Geography

Culture:

• Art and Architecture
• Festivals and Traditions

Paper III: General Studies II

Indian Polity:

• Constitution and Governance
• Public Administration
• State and Local Governance

International Relations:

• India and the World
• Bilateral and Multilateral Relations

Social Justice:

• Social Issues
• Welfare Programs

Paper IV: General Studies III

Economic Development:

• Economic Planning and Reforms
• Agriculture, Industry, and Trade

Science and Technology:

• Development and Impact
• Environment and Ecology

Disaster Management:

• Types of Disasters
• Management Strategies

Paper V: General Studies IV

Ethics:

• Ethics and Integrity
• Attitude and Aptitude
• Public/Civil Service Values

Accountability and Governance:

• Transparency
• Accountability Mechanisms

Paper VI: Optional Subject

Candidates choose one optional subject from a list of subjects provided by MPSC. The syllabus for the optional subject is specific to that subject and covers various aspects of the chosen field.

3. Personal Interview

The personal interview assesses the candidate’s overall personality, suitability for the administrative role, knowledge about current affairs, and ability to handle real-life situations.

Key Points to Note:

• Preliminary Examination is a qualifying exam and marks are not counted for the final ranking.
• Main Examination consists of descriptive papers and carries significant weightage in the final ranking.
• Personal Interview is the final stage and plays a crucial role in the selection process.