The Maharashtra Police Sub-Inspector (PSI) Preliminary Examination is conducted by the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) to shortlist candidates for the Sub-Inspector recruitment process. This practice test is designed for aspirants aiming to secure a respected government policing role in Maharashtra, with a strong focus on objective reasoning, language proficiency, and Maharashtra-relevant knowledge.
Exam snapshot: 100 questions, 200 marks, 60 minutes, and no negative marking—ideal for smart practice and confidence building.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies & Current Affairs | ~14 | ~28 | 60% |
| Marathi & English Aptitude | ~14 | ~28 | 40% |
| Marathi Language | ~14 | ~28 | 60% |
| English Language | ~14 | ~28 | 40% |
| General Studies (Polity, Economy, Geography, History) | ~14 | ~28 | 50% |
| Maharashtra-specific Acts (Police Manual, IPC, CrPC) | ~14 | ~28 | 50% |
| Aptitude & Automobile Engineering Basics | ~14 | ~28 | Focused Basics |
| Total | 100 | 200 | — |
Start with daily current affairs revision and maintain a short notes book for Maharashtra-focused topics. Practice full-length timed prelim tests to improve speed, and because there is no negative marking, attempt all questions while eliminating obvious incorrect options. For language sections, revise grammar rules and solve mixed aptitude MCQs daily. Finally, create a dedicated revision plan for IPC/CrPC and Police Manual concepts using previous-year question patterns.
