MPSC Group-C Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2619 Posts | Check Eligibility, Salary & Last Date
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released a major notification for the “Maharashtra Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Examination – 2026.” This recruitment drive will fill a massive 2619 vacancies across five posts — Industries Inspector, Technical Assistant, Tax Assistant, Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector, and Clerk-Typist. The exam will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode, making this a golden opportunity for graduates and diploma holders across Maharashtra. Online applications open on 27 June 2026, so candidates should act fast and apply well before the deadline.
🏢 Organization Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) |
| Post Name | Industries Inspector, Technical Assistant, Tax Assistant, Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector, Clerk-Typist |
| Advertisement No. | 017/2026 (CMA-0426/Pra.Kra.42/2026/Jahirat) |
| Job Location | Various government offices across Maharashtra State |
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) is the most reliable organization for conducting recruitment tests for Group B and Group C non-gazetted services. A job in the government sector by means of MPSC not only ensures job security and steady career progress but also a lucrative salary scale. It is because of this that such recruitment is garnering so much interest.
📊 Vacancy Details & Category-wise Breakdown
| No. | Post Name | Department | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Industries Inspector, Group-C | Industries, Energy & Labour Dept. | 9 |
| 2 | Technical Assistant, Group-C | Finance Department | 3 |
| 3 | Tax Assistant, Group-C | Finance Department | 282 |
| 4 | Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector, Group-C | Home Department | 461 |
| 5 | Clerk-Typist, Group-C | Mantralaya & various state government offices | 1864 |
| Total | 2619 |
Reservation snapshot (e.g., Tax Assistant – 282 posts): SC-29, ST-20, VJ(A)-9, NT(B)-7, NT(C)-7, NT(D)-6, OBC-42, SEBC-4, EWS-28, Orphan-28. (Full category-wise tables for every post are available in Annexure-1 of the official notification.)
These recruitments are made keeping all relevant social and parallel quota requirements (women, sportspersons, ex-servicemen, PwBD, orphans) in mind, which makes it easy for people belonging to the reserved categories to get an edge. The reason behind this is that Clerk-Typist recruitment alone makes up for 1864 openings.
🎓 Discipline & Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Industries Inspector | Engineering degree from a recognized university (excluding Civil/Architecture) OR a Science degree |
| Technical Assistant, Tax Assistant, Clerk-Typist | Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university |
| Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector | SSC passed + Diploma in Automobile/Mechanical Engineering (minimum 3 years) OR equivalent engineering degree |
Typing Speed Requirement (additional criteria):
- Tax Assistant: Marathi typing 30 wpm AND English typing 40 wpm
- Clerk-Typist: Marathi typing 30 wpm OR English typing 40 wpm
Criteria for qualifications vary with respect to posts, hence it is very important to see to it that you have the right qualifications as per the notice. Otherwise, your application will be rejected right away.
📉 Minimum Qualifying Marks
There is no mention of minimum qualifying marks as per categories in the notification. The list of merit shall be created on the basis of vacancies and marks obtained by the candidates in the test. For obtaining an up-to-date idea about the cutoff trends, the candidates should refer to the “Exam Scheme” section in the official website of MPSC. The cutoffs have been fluctuating each year depending upon many factors including number of vacancies, applicants and level of difficulty in the paper.
🎂 Age Limit
Age is calculated as on: 01 October 2026
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General/Open | 18/19 years | 38 years |
| Backward Class / Orphan / EWS | 18/19 years | 43 years |
| PwBD (Persons with Disability) | 18/19 years | 45 years |
| Project-affected / Earthquake-affected | 18/19 years | Up to 43 (Tax Assistant/Clerk-Typist only) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 years relaxation | As per rules |
(Note: Minimum age for Tax Assistant is 18 years; for other posts it is 19 years.)
The relaxation regarding age varies for reserved category candidates and special category candidates (sportsman, ex-serviceman, persons with benchmark disability). Calculate your age as per the last date and see which relaxation you fall under.
💰 Application Fee
| Exam Stage | General/Open | Backward Class/EWS/Orphan | Ex-Servicemen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined Preliminary Exam | ₹394 | ₹294 | ₹44 |
| Main Exam | ₹544 | ₹344 | ₹44 |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking via SBI payment gateway) or Offline (via SBI Bank challan). Bank transaction charges apply additionally over the listed fee. The fee is strictly non-refundable once paid.
Remember to always keep a copy of the receipt of payment. Also, remember not to pay late because paying a little earlier will save you from server crashes that occur on those peak days.
⚙️ Selection Process
| Post | Exam Stages | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Industries Inspector, Technical Assistant, Tax Assistant, Clerk-Typist | Combined Prelim → Combined Main Exam | Prelim-100, Main-400 |
| Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector | Combined Prelim → Independent Main Exam | Prelim-100, Main-300 |
| Tax Assistant & Clerk-Typist (final stage) | Typing Skill Test after Main Exam | Qualifying only |
The test is going to be conducted through Computer-Based Test (CBT) process, with many sessions, where normalization is done for scoring purpose. Note that the test of Prelims is just a qualifying test – the ultimate selection process is decided by the marks obtained in the Main Examination only.
📚 Examination Syllabus
The notification itself does not include the detailed subject-wise syllabus — MPSC has published it separately under the “Information for Candidates” section on mpsc.gov.in. The general structure is as follows:
Preliminary Exam (100 Marks): Current Affairs, History, Geography, Economics, Political Science, General Science, Arithmetic & Reasoning/Intelligence Test (Objective MCQs).
Main Exam: Language Paper (Marathi/English) + General Ability Test and post-specific subject knowledge paper, both in objective MCQ format.
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer.
Always download the latest official syllabus PDF directly from mpsc.gov.in, since the syllabus and exam pattern can be revised between cycles — don’t rely on outdated PDFs floating around online.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 27 June 2026, from 14:00 hrs |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 July 2026, till 23:59 hrs |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 17 July 2026, till 23:59 hrs |
| Last Date to Print SBI Challan | 19 July 2026, till 23:59 hrs |
| Last Date for Fee Payment via Challan at Bank | 20 July 2026 (during banking hours) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 27 September 2026 |
To avoid last-minute server traffic and technical glitches on the application portal, candidates should aim to complete their application at least 2–3 days before the final deadline rather than waiting until the last day.
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the official application portal https://mpsconline.gov.in.
- Register as a new user, or log in if you already have a profile.
- Update your profile and complete the KYC verification process (Aadhaar mandatory).
- Select the “Maharashtra Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Examination 2026” notification.
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and category details accurately.
- Upload required documents in PDF format (minimum 50KB – maximum 500KB per file).
- Pay the application fee through the online or offline (challan) mode.
- Submit the form and download/print a copy for your records.
For first time application, it is advisable to have all the documents, such as educational qualifications, caste/category certificates, photo, and signature, pre-scanned and ready in proper format. It will save a lot of time and reduce mistakes when filling out the application.
📜 General Conditions
- The exam center allotted will be based on the correspondence address registered at the time of application; candidates will generally get a center near their district.
- Candidates claiming any reservation benefit must compulsorily upload the relevant valid certificates.
- EWS certificates must be for financial year 2026–2027 and dated before the Combined Preliminary Exam date (i.e., before 27 September 2026).
- Mobile phones and all electronic devices are strictly banned inside the exam center premises.
- An original photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card/PAN Card/Passport/Voter ID) is mandatory at the exam venue.
Read all terms and conditions in the notification carefully — submitting incorrect information at any stage can lead to disqualification, even after appearing for the exam.
🔗 Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://mpsconline.gov.in |
| Official Notification PDF | https://mpsc.gov.in |
| Official Website | https://mpsc.gov.in |
❓ FAQ Section
The last date to submit the online application for MPSC Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Exam 2026 is 17 July 2026, till 23:59 hrs.
This recruitment covers Industries Inspector, Technical Assistant, Tax Assistant, Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector, and Clerk-Typist posts, with a combined total of 2619 vacancies.
Indian citizens who meet the post-wise educational qualification (degree/diploma) and age limit criteria specified in the notification are eligible to apply.
The Maharashtra Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Exam will be held on 27 September 2026 in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.
The selection process includes a Preliminary Exam, a Main Exam, and a Typing Skill Test (only for Tax Assistant and Clerk-Typist posts).
For the Preliminary Exam, General category candidates pay ₹394, Backward Class/EWS/Orphan candidates pay ₹294, and Ex-Servicemen pay ₹44.
Salary varies by post — for example, Tax Assistant falls under Pay Level S-8 (₹25,500–₹81,100), while Clerk-Typist falls under Pay Level S-6 (₹19,900–₹63,200), plus applicable Dearness Allowance and other allowances.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This content has been compiled in simple language for the convenience of candidates. Please verify all details from the official website (mpsc.gov.in) or the original notification before applying. CurrentOpenings (currentopenings.in) shall not be responsible for any mismatch or discrepancy in the information provided above.
Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC)| Advertisement No. | 017/2026 (CMA-0426/Pra.Kra.42/2026/Jahirat) |
| Total Vacancies | 2619 |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Apply Date | 27 Jun 2026 — 17 Jul 2026 Live · 20 days left |
| Job Location | 📍 Maharashtra |
| Official Advertisement | Download PDF |
| Notification Release Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 27 June 2026, from 14:00 hrs |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 July 2026, till 23:59 hrs |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 17 July 2026, till 23:59 hrs |
| Last Date to Print SBI Challan | 19 July 2026, till 23:59 hrs |
| Last Date for Fee Payment via Challan at Bank | 20 July 2026 (during banking hours) |
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Official Website | Open Website |
| Career/Recruitment URL | Open Now |
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| Office Address | s: Maharashtra Public Service Commission, Trishul Gold Field, Plot No. 34, Sector 11, Opp. Sarovar Vihar, Belapur CBD, Navi Mumbai - 400614. |
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