EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
The candidate must posses law degree from any recognized university upto the last date for receipt of application.
Preference will be given to candidates who are first-class graduates, have completed two years of practice in the legal profession (at the Bar), or hold higher qualifications.
AGE LIMIT
Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years old.
Age is calculated as of January 1, 2027.
SCHEME FOR EXAMINATION
Preliminary Examination – An objective-type screening test to shortlist candidates for the mains exam.
Interview/Personality Test – An oral evaluation to test legal aptitude, communication skills, and overall personality.
Document Verification – Final scrutiny of educational and identity documents before appointment.
PLAN FOR PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
The exam consists of 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)- Section A
The exam consists of 300 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)- Section B
Total Marks: 450
Duration: 3 Hours (180 minutes)
Marking Scheme:
+3 marks for each correct answer.
-1 mark for each incorrect answer. (Negative marking will be done)
The question paper is available in both Hindi and English.
SYLLABUS FOR MPADPO PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
(Section-'A')-General Knowledge of Madhya Pradesh, National and International level
1. History culture and literature of M.P.
Important Historical events and Major dynasties of M.P.
Contribution of Madhya Pradesh in the Independence movements.
Art, Architecture and culture of M.P.
Main Tribes and Dialects of M.P.
Main festivals, folk music and folk art of M.P.
Important literary figures of M.P. and their literature.
Main Tourist places of M.P.
Important personalities of M.P.
2. Geography of the Madhya Pradesh
Forest, Mountain and Rivers of M.P.
Climate of M.P.
Natural and mineral resources of M.P.
Energy Resources: Conventional and Non- conventional.
Main irrigation and Power projects of M.P.
3. Politics and Economy of M.P.
Political system of M.P. (Governor, Cabinet, Legislative Assembly).
Panchayati Raj in M.P.
Social system of M.P.
Demography and census of M.P.
Economic development of M.P.
Main industries of M.P.
Agriculture and Agri based industries in M.P
4. Current events of International, National and M.P
Important Contemporaneous events.
Famous sports competitions; awards and sports institution of the State and country.
Welfare schemes of M.P. state.
Famous personalities and Places.
5. Information and communication technology
Electronics, computers, information and communication technology.
Robotics, artificial intelligence and cyber security.
E- Governance.
Internet and Social networking site.
E- Commerce.
(Section-'B')- Law
UNIT 1
The constitution of India
Indian Penal Code 1860/ BNS 2023
The probation of Offenders Act, 1958
UNIT 2
Criminal Procedure Code, 1973/ BNSS 2023
Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents And Senior Citizens Act, 2007
UNIT 3
Indian Evidence Act, 1872/ BSA,2023
The Protection of Children From Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act 2012
Arms Act, 1959
UNIT 4
Sexual Harassment of women at workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act,2013
The Essential Commodities Act, 1955
The Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act, 1984
UNIT 5
The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972
The Explosive Act, 1884
Information Technology Act, 2000
UNIT 6
Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961 and Dowry Prohibition (Maintenance of Lists of
Presents to the Bride and Bridegroom) Rules 1985
Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
UNIT 7
Right to Information Act,2005
Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act,1985
The Pre-conception and Pre-natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Seх Selection) Act, 1994
UNIT 8
National Security Act, 1980
The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
The Banning of Unregulated Deposit Schemes Act, 2019
UNIT 9
The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006
UNIT 10
Madhya Pradesh Excise Act, 1915
Madhya Pradesh State Security Act, 1990
Madhya Pradesh Lok Sewaon Ke Pradan Ki Guarantee Adhiniyam, 2010
Madhya Pradesh GovanshVadh Pratishedh Adhiniyam, 2004
Madhya Pradesh Vishesh Nyayalaya Adhiniyam, 2011
INTERVIEW
It will consist of 50 Marks.
This stage evaluates:
Legal aptitude and professional ethics
Communication and interpersonal skills
Clarity of thought and articulation
Decision-making ability
Awareness of recent legal developments and landmark judgments
