MPSC Group-C Main Examination 2025 – 1884 Vacancies
Maharashtra Group-C Services Main Examination 2025: 1884 Government Posts in Maharashtra
Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC), Navi Mumbai
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released notification 014/2026 for the Maharashtra Group-C Services Main Examination 2025 for 1884 vacancies across 5 posts — Clerk-Typist (1473), Sub-Inspector State Excise (325), Tax Assistant (73), Industry Inspector (9), and Technical Assistant (4). Only candidates who qualified the Preliminary Exam (result 04 May 2026) can apply. Applications are open at mpsconline.gov.in from 21 May to 04 June 2026. The Main Exam will be held on 12 July 2026.
The exam has 2 papers — Marathi+English (200 marks) and General Studies+Intelligence (200 marks) — totalling 400 marks with negative marking of 1/4. Age limit is 19–38 years (as on 01 Feb 2026) with relaxations for reserved categories. Application fee is Rs. 544 (Open) and Rs. 344 (Reserved). Physical standards apply for Sub-Inspector Excise. Typing qualification required for Tax Assistant and Clerk-Typist.
| Recruiting Authority | Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) |
| Advertisement Number | 014/2026 (CMA-0425/P.Kr.140/2025) |
| Exam Name | Maharashtra Group-C Services Main Examination 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 1884 (Provisional) |
| Posts | Clerk-Typist (1473), Sub-Inspector Excise (325), Tax Assistant (73), Industry Inspector (9), Technical Assistant (4) |
| Application Start | (02:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | (11:59 PM) |
| Exam Date | (Sunday) |
| Age Limit | 19–38 years (as on 01 Feb 2026) |
| Exam Pattern | 2 Papers (400 marks) — Objective MCQ, Negative Marking 1/4 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 544 (Open) | Rs. 344 (Reserved) |
| Official Website | mpsc.gov.in |
MPSC Group-C Main Exam 2025 — Important Dates and Application Fee
Application: 21 May to 04 June 2026 | Exam: 12 July 2026 | Fee: Rs. 344–544
The MPSC Group-C Main Exam application window opens on 21 May 2026 at 02:00 PM and closes on 04 June 2026 at 11:59 PM. Online fee payment closes on 04 June. Challan generation deadline is 06 June, and challan payment at SBI branches is until 08 June 2026. The Main Exam will be held on 12 July 2026 (Sunday) across 6 cities in Maharashtra.
| Online Application Start | (02:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Application & Fee | (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Challan Generation | (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Challan Payment at SBI | (Bank Hours) |
| Age Cut-off Date | |
| Education Cut-off Date | |
| Main Examination Date | (Sunday) |
The Main Exam is for candidates who already qualified the Preliminary Exam. Applications must be submitted at mpsconline.gov.in. Fee can be paid online (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking) or offline via SBI challan. Exam centres are in Amravati, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Nagpur, Nashik, Navi Mumbai, and Pune.
For Clerk-Typist post, candidates must submit Appointing Authority-wise preference order at the time of application. This preference must be re-submitted after the merit list is published — failure to do so means the original preference is final.
| Open / General | Rs. 544 + bank charges & taxes |
| OBC / VJ / NT / SC / ST / EWS / PwBD / Orphan | Rs. 344 + bank charges & taxes |
The fee is Rs. 544 for Open/General category and Rs. 344 for reserved categories (including OBC, VJ, NT, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD, and Orphan candidates). Bank charges and taxes are additional. Fee is non-refundable. Offline payment via challan must be made at SBI branches by 08 June 2026.
MPSC Group-C Main Exam 2025 — Vacancy Details and Eligibility
1884 Posts | Clerk-Typist (1473) + Sub-Inspector Excise (325) + Tax Assistant (73) + Industry Inspector (9) + Technical Assistant (4)
MPSC has announced 1884 vacancies across 5 posts. The largest intake is Clerk-Typist (1473), followed by Sub-Inspector State Excise (325), Tax Assistant (73), Industry Inspector (9), and Technical Assistant (4). Category-wise distribution includes Open, SC, ST, VJ(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D), and EWS with horizontal reservation for Women and PwBD.
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Post Name | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clerk-Typist (लिपिक-टेकलेखक) | Various Departments | 1473 |
| 2 | Sub-Inspector, State Excise (दुय्यम निरीक्षक) | Home Department | 325 |
| 3 | Tax Assistant (कर सहायक) | Finance Department | 73 |
| 4 | Industry Inspector (उद्योग निरीक्षक) | Industry, Energy & Labour | 09 |
| 5 | Technical Assistant (तांत्रिक सहायक) | Finance Department | 04 |
| Total | 1884 | ||
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01 Feb 2026)
| Category | Max Age |
|---|---|
| Open / General | 38 years |
| OBC / VJ / NT / Orphan | 43 years |
| Outstanding Sports Persons | 43 years |
| PwBD | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (General) | 38 + service + 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Reserved) | 43 + service + 3 years |
| Project/Earthquake Affected (Clerk-Typist) | 45 years |
| Part-time Graduate Employee (Clerk-Typist) | 55 years |
Educational Qualification
| All Posts | Graduation from recognized University |
| Industry Inspector | Degree in Engineering (Architecture/Civil) or Science degree as per departmental rules |
| Marathi Knowledge | Mandatory for all posts |
| Cut-off Date | 04 June 2026 |
Typing Qualification (Tax Assistant & Clerk-Typist)
| Marathi | Minimum 30 WPM |
| English | Minimum 40 WPM |
| Certificate | Govt. Commercial Certificate or equivalent |
Physical Standards — Sub-Inspector, State Excise
| Criterion | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | Minimum 165 cm (relaxable for reserved) | Minimum 155 cm (relaxable for reserved) |
| Chest | Normal: 79 cm, Expansion: 5 cm | Not applicable |
| Weight | As per medical standards | Minimum 50 kg |
MPSC Group-C Main Exam 2025 — Exam Pattern
2 Papers | 400 Marks | Objective MCQ | Negative Marking 1/4 | Bilingual (Marathi & English)
The MPSC Group-C Main Exam consists of 2 papers carrying 400 marks total. Paper 1 covers Marathi and English (200 marks, 12th standard). Paper 2 covers General Studies and Intelligence Test (200 marks, graduation standard). All questions are objective type (MCQ). Negative marking of 1/4 (25%) applies for wrong answers. Multiple answers for a single question are treated as wrong.
Written Examination Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Standard | Medium | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 (Code 1064) | Marathi | 50 | 100 | 12th | Marathi | 1 Hour |
| English | 50 | 100 | 12th | English | 1 Hour | |
| Paper 2 (Code 1065) | General Studies & Intelligence Test | 100 | 200 | Graduation | Marathi & English | 1 Hour |
| Total | 200 | 400 | ||||
Exam Details & Qualifying Percentile
Exam Details
| Question Type | Objective (MCQ) |
| Negative Marking | 1/4 (25%) per wrong answer |
| Multiple Answers | Treated as wrong, 25% deducted |
| Language | Bilingual — Marathi & English |
| Exam Date | 12 July 2026 (Sunday) |
Minimum Qualifying Percentile
| Category | Percentile |
|---|---|
| Open / General | 35th |
| OBC / VJ / NT / Orphan / Project Affected | 30th |
| PwBD / Sports / Ex-Servicemen | 20th |
MPSC Group-C Main Exam 2025 — Salary and Service Conditions
As per Maharashtra Government Pay Rules | Post-Appointment Conditions Apply
Salary for MPSC Group-C posts is as per Maharashtra Government pay rules applicable to the respective post/service. The exact pay level and salary structure will be specified in the appointment letter. Selected candidates must pass departmental exams, Hindi/Marathi language exams, and obtain a computer handling certificate after appointment.
Post-wise Details
| Post | Vacancies | Key Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk-Typist | 1473 | Graduation + Typing (30/40 WPM) |
| Sub-Inspector Excise | 325 | Graduation + Physical Standards |
| Tax Assistant | 73 | Graduation + Typing (30/40 WPM) |
| Industry Inspector | 9 | Engg/Science Degree |
| Technical Assistant | 4 | Graduation |
Post-Appointment Conditions
- Departmental Exam: Must pass as per respective post rules
- Language Exams: Hindi and Marathi — if not already passed or exempted
- Computer Certificate: As per Directorate of IT (GR dated 04.02.2013, 08.01.2018, 16.07.2018)
- Typing (Clerk-Typist/Tax Asst): Exempted candidates must pass within 2 years/2 chances — failure = salary increment stoppage
- Posting: Across Maharashtra as per department rules
- Clerk-Typist Preference: Two-step process — submit at application + re-submit after merit list
MPSC Group-C Main Exam 2025 — How to Apply
Online at mpsconline.gov.in | 21 May to 04 June 2026 | Must Have Qualified Prelims
Applications for MPSC Group-C Main Exam must be submitted online only at mpsconline.gov.in between 21 May and 04 June 2026. Only candidates who qualified the Preliminary Exam (result 04 May 2026) can apply. Candidates must upload documents in PDF format (50KB–500KB each). Fee can be paid online or via SBI challan.
How to Apply
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Visit mpsconline.gov.in |
| Step 2 | Login with Prelims credentials / Register |
| Step 3 | Fill application with post preferences (Vikalp) |
| Step 4 | For Clerk-Typist: Submit Appointing Authority-wise preference order |
| Step 5 | Upload documents in PDF (50KB–500KB each) |
| Step 6 | Pay fee online or generate challan for SBI payment |
| Step 7 | Submit application before 04 June 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Step 8 | Complete mandatory KYC on MPSC portal |
Documents to Upload (PDF, 50KB–500KB each)
- Proof of Name (SSC or equivalent certificate)
- Age Proof
- Educational Qualification Certificate
- Socially Backward Class Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (2025-26)
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (2025-26)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate (if applicable)
- Sports Certificate (if applicable)
- Orphan/Project/Earthquake Affected Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate (if claiming reservation)
- Marathi Language Knowledge Proof
- Small Family Declaration (लहान कुटुंबाचे प्रतिज्ञापन)
- Typewriting Certificate (Marathi & English)
- Experience Certificate (if applicable)
MPSC Group-C Main Exam 2025 — Selection Process
Prelims Qualified → Main Exam (400 Marks) → Merit List → DV → Appointment
The selection process involves the Main Written Examination (400 marks), merit list preparation (post-wise), and document verification. For Clerk-Typist, there is a two-step preference process. Minimum qualifying percentile: 35th (Open), 30th (Reserved), 20th (PwBD/Sports/Ex-SM).
Selection Stages
| Stage | Description | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Qualify Preliminary Exam (Result: 04 May 2026) | Eligibility |
| 2 | Apply Online for Main Exam (21 May – 04 June 2026) | Mandatory |
| 3 | Main Written Exam — Paper 1 (Marathi+English, 200 marks) + Paper 2 (GS+Intelligence, 200 marks) | Marks-based |
| 4 | Minimum Qualifying Percentile (Open: 35th, Reserved: 30th, PwBD: 20th) | Qualifying |
| 5 | General Merit List (Post-wise) | Merit |
| 6 | Clerk-Typist: Re-submit Appointing Authority preference | Preference |
| 7 | Final Recommendation List (Merit + Reservation) | Merit |
| 8 | Document Verification | Qualifying |
| 9 | Appointment by Government | Appointment |
Warnings and Rejection Grounds
- Applying without qualifying Preliminary Exam — rejection
- Incomplete application without fee or documents — rejection
- False reservation claim — candidature cancelled
- Multiple answers for one question — treated as wrong (25% deducted)
- Mobile phones/electronics at exam centre — disqualification
- False information/forged documents — cancellation + legal action
- Failure for Document Verification — disqualification, no extension
- KYC non-compliance on MPSC portal — rejection
- Failure to pass typing within 2 years (exempted Clerk-Typist) — salary increment stoppage
MPSC Group-C Main Exam 2025 — Important Links
Official Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| MPSC Website | mpsc.gov.in |
| Online Application | mpsconline.gov.in |
| Notification PDF | Download PDF |
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MPSC Office Address
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Sarovar Vihar Samor, Sector 11,
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MPSC Group-C Main Exam 2025 — FAQs
MPSC has released Advt 014/2026 for Maharashtra Group-C Services Main Exam 2025 for 1884 posts — Clerk-Typist (1473), Sub-Inspector Excise (325), Tax Assistant (73), Industry Inspector (9), Technical Assistant (4). Exam on 12 July 2026.
1884 total (provisional): Clerk-Typist (1473), Sub-Inspector Excise (325), Tax Assistant (73), Industry Inspector (9), Technical Assistant (4). Category-wise breakup available in notification PDF.
Only candidates who qualified the Maharashtra Group-C Combined Preliminary Exam 2025 (result 04 May 2026). Must be Indian citizen, 19-38 years, Graduate, Marathi knowledge mandatory.
2 papers, 400 marks total. Paper 1: Marathi (100) + English (100), 12th standard. Paper 2: GS + Intelligence (200), graduation standard. Objective MCQ. Negative marking: 1/4 per wrong answer.
04 June 2026 (11:59 PM). Apply at mpsconline.gov.in. Challan generation: 06 June. SBI payment: 08 June. Application started 21 May 2026 (02:00 PM).
Rs. 544 for Open/General. Rs. 344 for OBC/VJ/NT/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD/Orphan. Online or SBI challan. Non-refundable.
19-38 years (Open), 43 (OBC/VJ/NT/Sports), 45 (PwBD), 55 (Part-time Employee for Clerk-Typist). As on 01 February 2026. Ex-SM: 38/43 + service + 3 years.
Yes, for Tax Assistant and Clerk-Typist: Marathi 30 WPM + English 40 WPM (Govt. Commercial Certificate). PwBD/Ex-SM/Orphan exempted but must pass within 2 years.
Male: Height 165 cm, Chest 79 cm (5 cm expansion). Female: Height 155 cm, Weight 50 kg. Relaxation for reserved categories. Medical fitness required.
Open: 35th percentile. OBC/VJ/NT/Orphan: 30th. PwBD/Sports/Ex-SM: 20th. Must meet minimum to be recommended for appointment.
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