District Collector Office, Thane
— Department of Information Technology, Government of Maharashtra
The District Collector & District Magistrate Office, Thane (Thane DC) has published an official notification (Reference No. General/Room-4/Setu/KaVi 08/2026) inviting online applications for the allotment of 381 vacant Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra (Citizen Service Center) locations in the rural areas of Thane district. This is an excellent self-employment opportunity for local youth to work as Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) and provide essential government services to citizens.
Thane ASSK Recruitment 2026 Overview
This recruitment is conducted under the directives of the Government of Maharashtra’s Information Technology Department and respective government resolutions. Selected candidates will operate citizen service centres on a transaction-fee commission basis rather than receiving a fixed government salary.
| Particulars |
Details |
| Issuing Authority |
District Collector & District Magistrate, Thane |
| Reference Number |
General/Room-4/Setu/KaVi 08/2026 |
| Post Name |
Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra Operator (VLE) |
| Total Vacant Locations |
381 rural locations |
| Application Mode |
Online Google Form followed by physical document submission |
| Official Portal |
thane.nic.in |
Important Dates
- Online Application Form Start Date: 20 August 2026
- Online Application Form Submission Deadline: 20 September 2026
- Last Date for Physical Submission of Documents: 22 September 2026 (until 6:15 PM)
Taluka-wise Vacancy Details
The 381 vacant positions are spread across various rural talukas of the Thane district as detailed below:
| Taluka Name |
Vacant Kendra Locations |
| Ambernath |
27 |
| Kalyan |
115 |
| Thane |
4 |
| Bhiwandi |
111 |
| Murbad |
76 |
| Shahapur |
48 |
| Total |
381 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary School Certificate (12th / H.S.C.) examination.
- Computer Knowledge: Basic computer literacy is mandatory. Candidates holding MSCIT or equivalent certificates will receive preference in the selection process.
- Residency: The applicant must be a local resident of the concerned Gram Panchayat area where the Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra is being applied for.
- Other Prerequisites: Must possess a valid Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, active bank account, and must have no criminal record or prior blacklisting under government schemes.
Mandatory Infrastructure Requirements
Every selected VLE operator must set up a center containing the following minimum infrastructure:
- Minimum 100 sq. ft. of commercial or office space.
- At least two computers/laptops.
- Laser printer, high-speed scanner, and biometric device.
- Webcam and adequate UPS power backup.
- Active broadband internet connection (minimum 10 Mbps).
- CCTV monitoring system.
- Authorized government service-fee display board.
Evaluation & Selection Criteria (100 Marks Breakdown)
In cases where multiple eligible applications are received for the same geographic location, candidates will be evaluated and selected based on a 100-mark assessment system:
| Evaluation Parameter |
Maximum Marks |
| Educational Qualifications (Minimum HSC; extra marks for higher education) |
10 Marks |
| Computer & Digital Literacy (MSCIT, cybersecurity awareness, etc.) |
15 Marks |
| Infrastructure Quality (Office space, biometric setup, accessibility, CCTV) |
15 Marks |
| Financial Capacity (Investment & operational backup for 6-12 months) |
10 Marks |
| Customer Service & Communication Skills (Assessed in Interview) |
20 Marks |
| Work Experience (CSC, Maha-e-Seva, Banking Correspondent work) |
10 Marks |
| Business Plan & Sustainability Idea |
5 Marks |
| Social Inclusiveness (Women, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, local SHG members) |
5 Marks |
| Character Verification (Clean police record and background status) |
10 Marks |
| Total |
100 Marks |
1. Visit the official Google Form link at https://forms.gle/ti2jwA9TeAhLCKZ56.
2. Complete the application form accurately in Marathi.
3. Submit the online form and check your registered email for the copy of your responses.
4. Print out the submitted application form.
5. Attach all required self-attested supporting certificates (Educational, Residence, Identity, computer certificate).
6. Personally submit the complete set to the Resident Naib Tehsildar at your respective Taluka Office by 22 September 2026 (6:15 PM).
