The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has officially announced the release of the Civil Services Prelims Answer Key 2026 on 01 June 2026. The commission has made the provisional answer keys available on its official website mpsc.gov.in and has also provided candidates with the opportunity to raise objections against any incorrect answer.
Candidates who had appeared for the Civil Services Prelims (MPSC CS Prelims) 2026 examination conducted on 31 May 2026 are now eligible to download the provisional answer key and estimate their expected scores ahead of the final results.
Candidates who disagree with any answer can submit their objections on the official website on or before the last date mentioned in the official notification. The MPSC CS Prelims Answer Key PDF can be downloaded directly from the link below without the need for any registration number or password.
MPSC Civil Services Prelims Answer Key 2026 - Quick Overview
| Organization | Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) |
| Post Name | Civil Services Prelims |
| Total Vacancies | 79 |
| Exam Date | 31 May 2026 |
| Answer Key Status | Released |
| Release Date | 01 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Objection | Check official notification |
| Official Website | mpsc.gov.in |
Direct Links:
How to Download MPSC Civil Services Prelims Answer Key 2026?
- Visit the official website: mpsc.gov.in
- Navigate to the "Answer Key" or "Recruitment" section
- Click on "MPSC Civil Services Prelims Answer Key 2026" link
- Log in using your Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth
- Your answer key with recorded responses will appear on screen
- Download and save the PDF for future reference
MPSC Civil Services Prelims Answer Key 2026 - Important Links
| Download Answer Key 2026 | Click Here (Paper 1 & 2) |
|---|---|
| Official Website | mpsc.gov.in |
How to Raise Objection Against MPSC Civil Services Prelims Answer Key 2026?
If you disagree with any answer in the provisional key, follow these steps:
- Log in to your candidate portal on mpsc.gov.in
- Go to the "Challenge/Objection" section
- Select the question(s) you want to challenge
- Upload supporting documents or references (if required)
- Pay the objection fee (if applicable)
- Submit before the deadline
Important: Objections submitted after the deadline will NOT be considered.
MPSC Civil Services Prelims Answer Key 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducted | 31 May 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 01 June 2026 |
| Result Declaration (Expected) | To be announced |
How to Calculate Your Score Using MPSC Answer Key 2026?
Total Score = (Correct Answers × Marks per Question) - (Wrong Answers × Negative Marking)
Marking Scheme for Civil Services Prelims Exam:
- Correct Answer: +2 marks (GS Paper 1) / +2.5 marks (CSAT Paper 2)
- Wrong Answer: -0.5 / -0.625 marks (negative marking)
- Unattempted: 0 marks
