MPPSC Prelims Question Paper 2026 is now available for candidates who appeared on April 26. Aspirants can download the paper PDF, check answer key details, and review the exam pattern. It helps in understanding question trends and improving preparation for upcoming MPPSC attempts effectively.
In this article, you can check how to download the MPPSC Prelims 2026 question paper PDF, along with answer key details, exam pattern, and how to use these papers effectively for preparation.
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission conducted the prelims exam as the first stage of the selection process.
Exam Date: 26 April 2026
Papers: General Studies (GS) & CSAT
Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
Type: Objective
The GS paper determines merit, while CSAT is qualifying in nature.
Candidates can download both papers along with answer keys.
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The MPPSC Prelims Answer Key 2026 has been released in an unofficial form by various coaching institutes just after the exam held on 26 April 2026, allowing candidates to evaluate their performance immediately. The official answer key by the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) is expected to be released shortly on its official website, usually within a few days of the exam.
Candidates will be able to download the provisional answer key PDF for both General Studies (Paper 1) and CSAT (Paper 2), compare their responses, and estimate their probable scores. Additionally, MPPSC will provide an objection window where aspirants can challenge any incorrect answers before the final answer key is released, which is expected in May 2026 along with or before the result.
The exam consists of two papers:
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration | Nature |
| Paper 1 | General Studies | 200 | 2 Hours | Merit |
| Paper 2 | CSAT | 200 | 2 Hours | Qualifying |
Both papers are objective
CSAT requires minimum qualifying marks
After solving the paper, candidates should focus on:
GS Paper: Moderate
CSAT: Easy to Moderate
More focus on current affairs + static mix
Concept-based questions increasing
Balanced coverage of syllabus
Solving real exam papers is one of the best strategies.
Know how questions are framed and topics are distributed.
Analyse mistakes using the answer key.
Focus more on high-weight areas.
Practising real papers reduces exam fear.
After prelims:
Result declaration
Shortlisting for Mains Examination
Final selection after interview
Strengthen current affairs + static subjects
Practice MCQs daily
Focus on accuracy over attempts
Revise NCERTs and basics
