MP SET Exam Analysis 2026: Check Paper 1 & Paper 2 Difficulty Level, Good Attempts & More

Last Updated: Mar 1, 2026, 15:47 IST

MP SET Exam Analysis 2026: The Madhya Pradesh State Eligibility Test (MP SET) 2026 was conducted today, on 01 March 2026 by the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC). The initisl analysis determines the exam to be of Moderate difficulty. Candidates can check the detailed exam analysis for Paper 1 and Paper 2 with difficulty level and expected good attempts in this article.

MP SET Exam Analysis 2026
MP SET Exam Analysis 2026

MP SET Exam Analysis 2026: The MPPSC had conducted the MP SET exam 2026 on 01 March in a single shift. The exam was concluded successfully across the test centres in the state of MP. The MP SET is conducted to determine the eligibility of the candidates to be appointed as Assistant Professors in the Universities across the state. The exam was held in offline mode in a single shift from 12:00 pm to 03:00 pm for Paper I and Paper II.

MP SET consists of two papers: Paper I (General Paper) and Paper II (Concerned Subject). The exam was held in offline mode and was of 3 hours duration.

MP SET 2026 Exam Shift Timings

The MP SET 2026 was held today (01 March) in a single shift from 12:00 pm onwards. The exam goes on for 3 hours covering both the papers of MP SET.

Shift

Paper

Exam Timings

Single Shift

Paper I & Paper II

12:00 pm to 03:00 pm

MP SET 2026 Paper 1 Exam Analysis: Difficulty Level

The first paper of the MP SET exam is dedicated to General Teaching and Research Aptitude, comprising 50 questions worth 100 marks. Initial feedback from candidates and expert assessments suggest that the overall difficulty level was perceived as moderate to difficult, particularly due to the level of questions of logical reasoning and research aptitude.

Section

Difficulty Level

Teaching Aptitude

Esay to Moderate

Research Aptitude

Moderate

Comprehension

Easy to Moderate

Logical Reasoning

Moderate

Data Interpretation

Moderate

Mathematical Reasoning & Aptitude

Easy to Moderate

Communication

Moderate

Environment & Education

Moderate

ICT

Easy to Moderate

People, Development & Environment

Moderate

Higher Education System

Moderate 

MP SET 2026 Paper 1 Exam Analysis: Good Attempts

The MP SET Paper 1 consists of 50 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) totalling 100 marks, meaning each question carries 2 marks. The 50 questions are divided among various sections and the candidates need to attempt a good number of questions in order to qualify the examination. Section-wise good attempts are given in the table below:

Section

Number of Questions

Good Attempts

Teaching Aptitude

5

3-4

Research Aptitude

5

3-4

Comprehension

5

4-5

Logical Reasoning

5

3-4

Data Interpretation

5

4-5

Mathematical Reasoning & Aptitude

5

3-4

Communication

5

3-4

Environment & Education

5

2-3 

ICT

5

2-3

People, Development & Environment

5

3-4 

Higher Education System

5

3-4 

Upasna Choudhary
Upasna Choudhary

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Upasna Choudhry holds a Master's degree in Forensic Chemical Sciences and has an extensive background in preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination. She currently contributes to the Exam Prep Section of Jagran Josh, where her passion for reading and writing shines through her work. Upasna specializes in creating well-researched and aspirant-centric content, simplifying complex topics, and providing strategic preparation insights. Her academic expertise and firsthand experience with competitive exams enable her to deliver valuable resources tailored to the needs of exam aspirants.

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First Published: Mar 1, 2026, 15:47 IST

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