About this Job Notification
| Posted on: 05-01-2026 | Ends On: 20-01-2026 |
| Class: State Public Service Commission | |
| Qualifications: Post Graduates (Chartered Accountants), Engineers (Mechanical) | |
| Experience Type: Fresher | |
| Tenure Type: Permanent | |
| States: Maharashtra | |
MPSC Recruitment 2026 Civil Services Gazetted Combined Preliminary Exam Online Application
Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has invited online applications for 87 permanent posts through the Maharashtra Civil Services (Group A and Group B) Examination 2026. Interested candidates must submit their applications on or before 20-01-2026. The notification covers 79 posts under State Administrative Services and 8 posts under State Animal Husbandry Services.
Applicants are advised to carefully verify their eligibility conditions, educational qualifications, and age requirements before applying to ensure full compliance with the recruitment rules. The recruitment covers administrative, technical, and forest service roles involving policy implementation, field administration, regulatory duties, and departmental operations as per the post-specific responsibilities.
Vacancies & Eligibility Criteria:
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit | Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Services (Group A and Group B) | 79
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19 to 38 years | Graduate Degree from a recognized University or equivalent qualification. Special qualification for -
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As per Pay Matrix levels for Group A and Group B posts |
| Maharashtra Veterinary Services (Group A) | 08 | 18 to 38 years | Degree in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.). Must be registered under the Maharashtra Veterinary Practitioners Act, 1971. | As per Pay Matrix levels for Group A posts |
Age Limit Relaxation
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Dates to Consider:
- Application Submission Period : 31-12-2025 to 20-01-2026
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment : 20-01-2026
- Last Date to Obtain SBI Challan : 22-01-2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment via Bank Challan : 23-01-2026
- Preliminary Examination Date : 31-05-2026
Mode of Recruitment :
Recruitment process for various cadres to be filled through this examination will be conducted in stages as shown -
| Sr. No. | Cadre | Stages | Combined Prelim Exam Marks | Main Exam Marks | Interview Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | State Services Examination | Combined Preliminary Exam & Independent Main Exam | 400 | 1750 | 275 |
| 2 | Maharashtra Veterinary Services Examination | 400 | 50 |
Fee Structure :
Applicable application fee is to be paid online. Fee structure is -
- Open Category : Rs 544
- Backward Classes / Economic Weaker Sections / Orphans / PwBD : Rs 344
How to Apply :
Candidates need to follow step-by-step process to submit applications for Maharashtra Civil Services Gazetted Combined Preliminary Exam 2026 -
- Create and update your user profile on the official recruitment portal by providing personal, educational, and experience details. Ensure your profile is updated to meet eligibility requirements for the specific posts.
- Upload a scanned color photograph and signature in JPG or JPEG format, ensuring each file size is between 20 KB and 50 KB.
- Select the preference for the posts you are eligible for and choose your preferred examination center from the available district list.
- Submit the application and proceed to the payment section to pay the applicable fee via credit card, debit card, or net banking.
- If paying via SBI challan, generate the challan by 22-01-2026 and pay at any SBI branch by 23-01-2026.
- No need to send a physical printout of the application or any documents to the Maharashtra Public Service Commission at this stage. Keeping a printed copy or a digital save of the application form and fee receipt for future reference is advised.