CSS MPT 2025 | Syllabus, Past Papers, MCQs & Complete Preparation Guide
The CSS MPT 2025 (MCQ-Based Preliminary Test) for the CSS Written Examination 2026 is scheduled for 9 November 2025. Passing the MPT is mandatory to qualify for the CSS Written Exam.
CSS 2026 – Key Dates
- CSS MPT Date: 9 November 2025
- CSS Written Exam Date: 4 February 2026
- CSS-2026 Notification (FPSC)
CSS Examination Stages
The CSS Competitive Examination consists of three stages:
- CSS MPT – Preliminary MCQ Test Only MPT qualifiers are eligible for the written exam.
- CSS Written Examination Only written exam qualifiers can proceed to the interview stage.
- CSS Interview / Viva Voce
CSS MPT 2025 – Important Dates
- Advertisement for MPT: 10 August 2025
- Online Applications: 11 August – 25 August 2025
- MPT Test & Answer Key Upload: 9 November 2025
- MPT Result: November 2025
- CSS 2026 Written Exam Advertisement: 14 December 2025
- Written Exam Applications (MPT Qualifiers Only): 15 – 30 December 2025
- Submission of Hard Copies: By 9 January 2026
- Written Examination Start Date: 4 February 2026
CSS MPT – Overview
- Type: Knowledge-based Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Number of Questions: 200
- Time Allowed: 200 minutes
- Negative Marking: No
- Passing Marks: 33% (66/200 correct answers)
- Fee: Rs. 250 (Non-Refundable)
- Validity: Score valid only for the same year’s CSS exam and not counted towards final merit.
- Answer Key: Uploaded on FPSC website same day; candidates get a carbon copy of their answer sheet.
CSS MPT 2025 – Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Bachelor’s degree with at least 2nd Division
- Age Limit: 21–30 years as of 31 December 2025
- Other Requirements: Must meet domicile and qualification criteria as per FPSC rules
Past CSS MPT Dates for Reference
- CSS MPT 2025: 17 November 2024 → Written Exam started 15 February 2025
- CSS MPT 2026: Scheduled for 9 November 2025 → Written Exam starts 4 February 2026
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