MPSC State Service Main Exam 2025: Apply Online for 139 Group A & B Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary
Recruitment Overview
The Maharashtra Lok Seva Aayog (MPSC) has released the official notification for the State Service Main Examination 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 139 vacancies for various Group A and Group B posts across different departments of the Maharashtra State Government. This is a highly prestigious opportunity for candidates who have qualified in the Preliminary Examination 2025 to secure a government job in Maharashtra. The selection is based on a competitive Main Written Examination followed by an Interview.
Recruitment Type
This recruitment involves a Competitive Main Examination (written) followed by an interview. It is not a direct merit-based recruitment without an exam.
Key Highlights Table
| Feature |
Details |
| Organization Name |
Maharashtra Lok Seva Aayog (MPSC) |
| Post Name(s) |
Various Posts (Deputy SP, ARO, Assistant Tax Officer, etc.) |
| Total Vacancies |
139 Posts |
| Application Start Date |
28/02/2026 (14:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply |
14/03/2026 (23:59) |
| Official Website |
mpsc.gov.in / mpsonline.gov.in |
Vacancy Details (Detailed Breakdown)
The total number of vacancies for MPSC Rajya Seva Mukhya Pariksha 2025 is 139 posts across various departments.
| Post No. |
Name of the Post |
No. of Vacancy |
| 1 | Deputy Superintendent of Police / Assistant Commissioner of Police | 04 |
| 2 | Assistant State Tax Officer, Group-A | 79 |
| 3 | Assistant Labour Commissioner-Group-A | 01 |
| 4 | Assistant Commissioner, Skills, Employment and Entrepreneurship and Innovation Department | 02 |
| 5 | Assistant Regional Transport Officer-Group-A | 21 |
| 6 | Deputy Superintendent, State Excise-Group-A | 03 |
| 7 | Cabinet Officer-Group-B in the Ministry Department | 03 |
| 8 | Assistant Group Development Officer-Group-B | 15 |
| 9 | Deputy Superintendent, State Excise – Group-B | 01 |
| 10 | Assistant Commissioner, State Excise – Group-B | 01 |
| 11 | Assistant Project Officer/Research Officer and similar – Group-B | 04 |
| 12 | Skill Development, Employment and Entrepreneurship Guidance Officer – Group-B | 05 |
| Total | All Posts | 139 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Assistant Regional Transport Officer-Group-A: Degree in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering. Heavy Vehicle Driving License is required.
- Other Posts: Educational qualifications are prescribed as per the specific post norms. Candidates must refer to the official notification for detailed qualification requirements for each post.
Age Limit
- Age as on: 01 July 2025 (CRITICAL: Age is calculated as of this date).
- Minimum Age: 18/19 Years (varies by post).
- Maximum Age: 38 Years.
- Age Relaxation: 05 Years relaxation for Reserved Category / EWS / Orphans as per Maharashtra Government rules.
Mandatory Requirements
- Heavy Vehicle Driving License for Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARO).
- Candidates must have qualified in the Maharashtra Nagari Seva Rajyapatra Sanyukt Purva Pariksha 2025 (Preliminary Exam) to be eligible for the Main Exam.
Examination Structure & Selection
Selection Stages
- Shortlisting: Based on Preliminary Exam 2025 result.
- Main Written Examination: Conducted on scheduled dates (29 March to 26 April 2026).
- Interview: For candidates qualified in the Main Examination.
Exam Mode
Offline (Pen & Paper based) Written Examination.
Exam Schedule & Pattern
The Main Examination will be conducted in 9 Papers over multiple days. The detailed schedule is as follows:
| Exam Date |
Morning Session (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM) |
Afternoon Session (03:00 PM - 05:00 PM) |
| 29 March 2026 |
Language – Paper 1 |
Language – Paper 2 |
| 05 April 2026 |
Essay – Paper 3 |
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| 18 April 2026 |
General Studies 1 – Paper 4 |
General Studies 2 – Paper 5 |
| 19 April 2026 |
General Studies 3 – Paper 6 |
General Studies 4 – Paper 7 |
| 26 April 2026 |
Optional Subject – Paper 8 |
Optional Subject – Paper 9 |
Syllabus Highlights
- Paper 1 & 2 (Language): Marathi and English (Comprehension, Grammar, Translation).
- Paper 3 (Essay): Writing on given topics.
- Papers 4-7 (General Studies): History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Technology, Ethics, and Current Affairs.
- Papers 8-9 (Optional Subject): Subject chosen by the candidate from the prescribed list.
Application Fee
- Open Category: Rs 544/-
- Reserved Category / EWS / Orphans / PwD: Rs 344/-
Payment Mode: Online (Credit/Debit Card/Net Banking) or via SBI Bank Challan.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official website: mpsonline.gov.in
- Login using your registered credentials on the MPSC Online portal.
- Find the "Rajya Seva Mukhya Pariksha 2025 – Advertisement No. 001/2026" notification link.
- Click on "Apply" button for the relevant post.
- Fill in the application form with correct details and verify all information.
- Pay the prescribed examination fee online through the available payment modes.
- Submit the application before 14/03/2026 (23:59) and take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Notification Release Date |
20/02/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date |
28/02/2026 (14:00 hrs) |
| Online Application End Date |
14/03/2026 (23:59) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment |
14/03/2026 (23:59) |
| Main Examination Start Date |
29/03/2026 |
| Main Examination End Date |
26/04/2026 |
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