Maharashtra Public Service Commission — Government of Maharashtra
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 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
31 Jul 2026
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| Exam Date | 25 Oct 2026 |
| Post Name | Group C Services |
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| 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 |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 31 Jul 2026)
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.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Submission Deadline | 2026-07-31 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 2026-08-03 |
| District Center Selection Window | 2026-07-19 to 2026-07-31 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 2026-10-25 |
| Main Exam Date | 2026-12-27 |
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.
Q: Is it mandatory for existing applicants to pay the fee again during center selection?
A: No, candidates who have already paid the application fee do not need to pay it again; they only need to complete the mandatory center selection.
Q: Will the exam be held online?
A: No, the decision to hold the 2026 Preliminary Exam via CBT has been deferred. It will be conducted in the offline OMR-based mode.
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