Understanding the MPSC Exam Structure
Here available here All MPSC Material for Competitive Examination condust Maharashtra Public Service Commision.
1. Prelims Examination
- Objective Type
- General Studies: Focuses on current affairs, history, geography, and general science.
- CSAT: Tests comprehension, decision-making, and reasoning abilities.
2. Mains Examination
- Descriptive Type
- Six Papers:
- Marathi and English (Language papers)
- General Studies (Four papers covering polity, economy, history, geography, etc.)
- Six Papers:
3. Interview
- Tests personality, analytical thinking, and knowledge of current issues.
Key Topics and Study Resources
1. Current Affairs
- Read daily newspapers like The Hindu, Lokmat, or Maharashtra Times.
- Refer to monthly magazines like Pratiyogita Darpan or Yojana.
- Use mobile apps and websites for current affairs updates.
2. History
- Ancient and Medieval History
- NCERT History Books for Classes 6-12.
- Books by RS Sharma and Satish Chandra.
- Modern Indian History
- India’s Struggle for Independence by Bipan Chandra.
- Maharashtra-specific history: History of Modern Maharashtra by Y.D. Phadke.
3. Geography
- Indian Geography
- Certificate Physical and Human Geography by Goh Cheng Leong.
- NCERT textbooks (Classes 6-12).
- Maharashtra Geography
- Study Maharashtra Board textbooks for regional insights.
- Maharashtra: Land and People by Anthropological Survey of India.
4. Polity
- Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth.
- Constitution of India (Bare Act).
- Maharashtra’s political setup: Refer to state governance reports.
5. Economy
- Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh.
- Economic Survey and Budget by the Government of India.
- Maharashtra-specific reports like the Economic Survey of Maharashtra.
6. Science and Technology
- NCERT science books for Classes 6-10.
- Read science articles from The Hindu and Science Reporter.
7. Environment and Ecology
- Environment and Ecology by Shankar IAS Academy.
- Read updates on environmental issues from magazines and news.
MPSC Material Preparation Tips
1. Understand the Syllabus Thoroughly
Download and print the official MPSC syllabus. Stick to the topics mentioned and avoid unnecessary diversions.
2. Create a Study Schedule
Allocate specific time slots for each subject. Include regular revisions and mock tests.
3. Practice Answer Writing
Mains require descriptive answers. Practice writing structured and concise answers to improve speed and accuracy.
4. Solve Previous Year Papers
Understand the question pattern and difficulty level by solving at least 5-10 years of previous question papers.
5. Stay Updated with Maharashtra Affairs
Focus on state-specific events, policies, and schemes. Regularly read magazines like Lokrajya.