Overview
Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Group C (16,717 (Revised) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online before 27 November 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC)
- Qualification
- Candidates applying for the MPSC Group C Combined Preliminary Examination must satisfy the educational qualifications and other eligibility requirements prescribed for their selected posts. Since the recruitment covers several departments, the required qualifications are not identical for every vacancy.
- Vacancies
- 16,717 (Revised)
- Advertisement No
- 017/2026
- Posted
- 25 June 2026
- Last date to apply
- 27 November 2026
Important Dates
| Application Dates | 13 November to 27 November 2026 |
| Revised Prelims Exam Date | 24 January 2027 |
| Original Notification Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Latest Corrigendum Date | 6 November 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 13 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 30 November 2026 |
| Previous Prelims Exam Date | 3 January 2027 |
| Main Examination Date | To be announced separately |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Industry Inspector | 1 |
| Technical Assistant | 3 |
| Tax Assistant | 282 |
| Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector | 461 |
| Total Vacancies | 16,717 |
Important Links
- Official WebsiteOpen Link
Vacancy Details
The Commission initially advertised 2,619 vacancies, which were subsequently increased through official corrigenda. The latest notification confirms that the recruitment process will cover 16,717 vacancies across 27 post categories in different government departments. Post Name: Vacancies Industry Inspector: 1 Technical Assistant: 3 Tax Assistant: 282 Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector: 461 Clerk-Typist and Other Clerical Posts: Included in revised vacancies Village Revenue Officer (Talathi): Included in revised vacancies Other Group C Posts: Included in revised vacancies Total Vacancies: 16,717 Note: The revised notification includes department-wise posts such as Senior Clerk, Sub-Registrar, Assistant Superintendent, Assistant Agriculture Officer, Livestock Supervisor, Instructor and other technical and administrative positions. Candidates should refer to the official vacancy annexure for the complete post-wise and category-wise distribution.
Eligibility
Candidates applying for the MPSC Group C Combined Preliminary Examination must satisfy the educational qualifications and other eligibility requirements prescribed for their selected posts. Since the recruitment covers several departments, the required qualifications are not identical for every vacancy.
Age Limit
The age requirements for MPSC Group C Recruitment 2026 depend on the post and the applicable recruitment rules. Candidates must satisfy the minimum and maximum age limits prescribed for their selected positions. Age relaxation, wherever applicable, will be governed by the relevant Maharashtra Government rules and provisions stated in the official notification. Applicants should check the prescribed age-calculation date and category-specific concessions before submitting their applications.
Application Fee
The examination fee must be paid according to the category and payment instructions specified by MPSC. Candidates should check the fee applicable to them on the official application portal before completing the payment process. The corrigendum specifies that online payment can be made using debit cards, credit cards, net banking or UPI. Candidates must complete the required fee payment by 30 November 2026.
Selection Process
The selection process for MPSC Group C posts will be conducted according to the examination scheme and recruitment rules prescribed by the Maharashtra Public Service Commission. The preliminary examination will serve as the initial stage for the relevant positions. • Combined Preliminary Examination: Candidates will appear in the preliminary examination conducted by MPSC. • Main Examination: Candidates who qualify under the applicable criteria will proceed to the main examination or the prescribed subsequent selection stage. • Post-Specific Requirements: Typing tests, skill assessments, professional requirements or other qualifying conditions may apply to certain posts. • Document Verification: Candidates must produce the required certificates and supporting documents in accordance with the recruitment instructions. The Commission has also clarified that certain posts requiring specific educational qualifications may have separate main examinations. Therefore, applicants should follow the examination scheme relevant to their selected posts.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply for the MPSC Group C Combined Preliminary Examination 2026 through the Commission's official online application portal. New applicants and candidates who previously submitted applications must follow the appropriate procedure. • Visit the official MPSC online portal at mpsconline.gov.in. • Log in to your existing account or complete the required registration process. • Open the application section for MPSC Group C Combined Preliminary Examination 2026. • Check your eligibility for the available posts. • Enter or verify the required personal, educational and other application details. • Select the applicable posts and preferences according to your eligibility. • Upload the required documents according to the instructions on the portal. • Review the application and post preferences carefully. • Submit the application through the prescribed online process. • Pay the applicable examination fee, if required, before the deadline. • Save the final application confirmation for future reference. Instructions for Previous Applicants: Candidates who submitted an application earlier and are eligible for additional posts should log in to their existing account, open the relevant examination advertisement, and use the View and Recheck Eligibility options to submit their additional eligible post preferences. Candidates submitting only these additional preferences should follow the separate instructions concerning examination fee payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for MPSC Group C Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 16,797 Clerk-Typist, Staff Nurse and More Posts?
Application Dates: 13 November to 27 November 2026; Revised Prelims Exam Date: 24 January 2027; Original Notification Date: 25 June 2026; Latest Corrigendum Date: 6 November 2026; Online Application Start Date: 13 November 2026; Last Date to Apply Online: 27 November 2026; Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 30 November 2026; Previous Prelims Exam Date: 3 January 2027; Main Examination Date: To be announced separately
What is the application fee?
The examination fee must be paid according to the category and payment instructions specified by MPSC. Candidates should check the fee applicable to them on the official application portal before completing the payment process. The corrigendum specifies that online payment can be made using debit cards, credit cards, net banking or UPI. Candidates must complete the required fee payment by 30 November 2026.
What is the age limit?
The age requirements for MPSC Group C Recruitment 2026 depend on the post and the applicable recruitment rules. Candidates must satisfy the minimum and maximum age limits prescribed for their selected positions. Age relaxation, wherever applicable, will be governed by the relevant Maharashtra Government rules and provisions stated in the official notification. Applicants should check the prescribed age-calculation date and category-specific concessions before submitting their applications.
What is the selection process?
The selection process for MPSC Group C posts will be conducted according to the examination scheme and recruitment rules prescribed by the Maharashtra Public Service Commission. The preliminary examination will serve as the initial stage for the relevant positions. • Combined Preliminary Examination: Candidates will appear in the preliminary examination conducted by MPSC. • Main Examination: Candidates who qualify under the applicable criteria will proceed to the main examination or the prescribed subsequent selection stage. • Post-Specific Requirements: Typing tests, skill assessments, professional requirements or other qualifying conditions may apply to certain posts. • Document Verification: Candidates must produce the required certificates and supporting documents in accordance with the recruitment instructions. The Commission has also clarified that certain posts requiring specif…