The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released the provisional MPPSC Prelims Answer Key 2026 for the State Service and Forest Service preliminary examination conducted on 26 April 2026. Candidates who participated in the exam for the 155 available vacancies can download their response sheets from the official website at mppsc.mp.gov.in.
The objection window is open from 27 April 2026 to 1 May 2026. Candidates spotting any discrepancies in the answers can raise objections within this timeframe.
MPPSC Prelims Answer Key 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) |
| Post Name | State Service & Forest Service Prelims |
| Total Vacancies | 155 |
| Exam Date | 26 April 2026 |
| Answer Key Status | Released (Provisional) |
| Release Date | 27 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Objection | 1 May 2026 (5 days from release) |
| Official Website | mppsc.mp.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducted | 26 April 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 27 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objection | 1 May 2026 |
| Final Answer Key (Expected) | May 2026 |
| Result Declaration (Expected) | May/June 2026 |
How to Download MPPSC Prelims Answer Key 2026
Click the official download link below to access the provisional answer key PDF for Paper 1 and Paper 2.
To download your Response Sheet, log into the candidate portal on the official website.
How to Raise Objections Against MPPSC Prelims Answer Key 2026
To submit an objection before the 1 May 2026 deadline:
- Log in to your candidate portal on mppsc.mp.gov.in.
- Go to the “Objection” or “Challenge Answer Key” section.
- Select the question you wish to challenge and upload the required supporting documents.
- Pay the objection fee of ₹150 plus portal charges per question.
MPPSC Prelims Marking Scheme
- Correct Answer: +2 marks (Paper 1 & Paper 2)
- Wrong Answer: -1/3rd mark (as per official notification)
- Unattempted: 0 marks
MPPSC Prelims Answer Key 2026 – Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Answer Key 2026 PDF | Click Here |
| Raise Objection | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Where can I download the MPPSC Prelims Answer Key 2026?
Ans. You can access the provisional answer key directly from the official MPPSC website at mppsc.mp.gov.in or by using the direct PDF link provided above.
Q2. What is the deadline to challenge the MPPSC Prelims provisional answer key?
Ans. Candidates have until 1 May 2026 to submit their objections online.
Q3. Is there a fee required to raise an objection?
Ans. Yes, challenging a question requires a fee of ₹150 plus applicable portal charges per question. This amount is typically refunded if your objection is found valid.
Q4. How is the MPPSC Prelims score calculated?
Ans. You receive +2 marks for every correct answer across both Paper 1 and Paper 2. There is a negative marking of 1/3rd of a mark for each incorrect answer, while unattempted questions receive zero marks.
Q5. When will the final answer key be published?
Ans. The commission is expected to release the final answer key in May 2026, after reviewing all candidate objections.
