The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) successfully conducted the Maharashtra Civil Services Gazetted Combined Preliminary Examination 2025 (MPSC Rajyaseva) today, November 9, 2025. The exam was held across various centers in the state in two mandatory shifts (or papers), concluding the first stage of the State Service recruitment process for 385 vacancies.
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The Question Paper for both shifts—General Studies (Paper I) and CSAT (Paper II)—is a crucial resource for candidates assessing their performance and for future aspirants planning their strategy. The official question paper PDF is expected to be released by MPSC soon.
📝 MPSC Rajyaseva Prelims 2025 Exam Structure
The Preliminary Examination consists of two objective-type papers, both held today, November 9, 2025.
| Paper | Shift Time (Expected) | Subject | Questions | Total Marks | Marking Scheme | Nature |
| Paper I | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | General Studies (GS) | 100 | 200 | 2 marks per Q; 1/4 negative | Merit Deciding |
| Paper II | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | CSAT | 80 | 200 | 2.5 marks per Q; 1/4 negative | Qualifying (33% required) |
Note: The MPSC Rajyaseva Prelims is conducted in two papers/shifts, not a single shift. Paper I (GS) determines the cut-off merit list, while Paper II (CSAT) is qualifying in nature (candidates must score a minimum of approximately 66 marks).
📥 Direct Download: MPSC Rajyaseva Question Paper 2025 PDF
Candidates can download the official MPSC Rajyaseva Question Paper 2025 PDF (Set A, B, C, D) using the following steps once the link is officially activated on the MPSC website.
Steps to Download the Official PDF:
- Visit the Official MPSC Website: Navigate to mpsc.gov.in.
- Locate Question Paper Section: Go to the “Question Papers” section or look for the direct link under the “Latest Updates” tab on the homepage.
- Select the Exam: Click on the link titled: “Maharashtra Civil Services Gazetted Combined Preliminary Examination 2025 – Question Paper.”
- Choose the Paper: Select the paper you wish to download: Paper I (General Studies) or Paper II (CSAT).
- Save the PDF: The question paper will open in PDF format. Download and save the file for analysis and cross-reference with the unofficial and official answer keys.
| MPSC Rajyaseva Question Paper 2025 | PDF Download Link (Official) |
| General Studies (Paper I) | Available Soon on mpsc.gov.in |
| CSAT (Paper II) | Available Soon on mpsc.gov.in |
🔎 Exam Analysis Highlights (Paper I – General Studies)
Based on feedback from candidates who appeared for the first shift (General Studies), the overall difficulty level of Paper I was reported to be Easy to Moderate.
| Subject Area | Overall Difficulty Level | Key Takeaways for Future Aspirants |
| Current Affairs | Easy to Moderate | Questions were largely based on recent, significant national/state events. |
| Economics | Easy to Moderate | Fundamental concepts and government schemes were reportedly tested easily. |
| History | Moderate | Balanced mix of Ancient, Medieval, and Modern Indian History, requiring good depth. |
| Polity | Moderate | Focus on Constitutional basics, amendments, and core governance concepts. |
| Science & Tech | Easy to Moderate | Application-based and basic science concepts were prominent. |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When will the Official MPSC Rajyaseva Answer Key 2025 be released?
The Official First Answer Key for the MPSC Rajyaseva Prelims 2025 is typically released by the commission within 7 to 10 days after the examination date (i.e., by late November 2025).
Q2. Can I use the Question Paper to calculate my score?
Yes. You can use the downloaded question paper along with the official answer key (once released) and the specified marking scheme:
Paper I (GS): +2 marks for correct answer, -0.5 marks for wrong answer.
Paper II (CSAT): +2.5 marks for correct answer, -0.625 marks for wrong answer.
Q3. Is the MPSC Rajyaseva Prelims conducted in a single shift?
No. The Prelims stage is conducted on a single day, but consists of two separate papers/shifts: Paper I (General Studies) and Paper II (CSAT), both of which are mandatory to attempt.
Q4. Where can I find the Question Paper PDF on the official website?
The question papers are usually available under the “Question Papers” section or the “Latest Updates/Announcements” section on the official MPSC website, mpsc.gov.in.
Last Updated on November 9, 2025 by Aman Singh
