Maharashtra Public Service Commission — Government of Maharashtra
Cut-off Date: 31 Jul 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 27 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 01 Aug 1999 to 31 Jul 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 01 Aug 1999 to 31 Jul 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +3 yrs | 01 Aug 1996 to 31 Jul 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Aug 1994 to 31 Jul 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Aug 1994 to 31 Jul 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +10 yrs | 01 Aug 1989 to 31 Jul 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 31 Jul 2026)
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission has issued an official recruitment notification for Group C Services, announcing a total of 2,619 vacancies located in Maharashtra. The online application window opens on 25 June 2026 and closes on 31 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Graduate and be within the prescribed age limit of Refer to official advertisement no. 017/2026, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of As per Maharashtra State Government Pay Scale. The selection procedure comprises Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Document Verification. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 25 Jun 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
31 Jul 2026
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| Exam Date | 25 Oct 2026 |
| Post Name | Group C Services |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 2619 |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Age Limit | Refer to official advertisement no. 017/2026 |
| Salary | As per Maharashtra State Government Pay Scale |
| Application Fee | Refer to official notification |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Document Verification |
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has issued a significant update regarding the Group C Services Combined Preliminary Examination 2026 via a corrigendum dated 16 July 2026. Following feedback from candidates, the commission has deferred the transition to Computer Based Testing (CBT). Consequently, the 2026 Preliminary Examination will be conducted in the traditional offline OMR-based format across 37 district centers.
All candidates, including those who have already submitted applications under Advertisement No. 017/2026, are required to select their preferred district exam center through the MPSC portal. This step is mandatory for all applicants.
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