Maharashtra PSC Group C Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 2619 Clerk-Typist, Tax Assistant and More Posts 3 hours ago

MPSC Group C 2026 Important Dates – Application & Exam Schedule

The MPSC Group C Notification 2026 was officially released on 25 June 2026. The online application window opens on 27 June 2026 at 2:00 PM and closes on 17 July 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates paying fees through an SBI bank challan have a slightly extended deadline of 20 July 2026 during banking hours.

MPSC Group C Vacancy 2026 – Cadre-Wise Post Details

The MPSC Group C Bharti 2026 covers a total of 2,619 posts across five cadres under different departments of the Maharashtra State Government. The largest share of vacancies is for Clerk-Typist (1,864 posts), followed by Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector (461 posts) and Tax Assistant (282 posts). Candidates should apply only for the cadre(s) they are eligible for based on their educational qualifications.

MPSC Group C Eligibility Criteria 2026 – Qualification & Age Limit

All candidates applying for the MPSC Group C Combined Preliminary Examination 2026 must be Indian citizens and meet the cadre-specific educational qualifications. Typing proficiency is mandatory for Tax Assistant and Clerk-Typist posts. Candidates wondering about age relaxation can note that reserved category candidates, persons with disabilities, ex-servicemen, and project-affected persons get an upper age relaxation of up to 7 years over the general limit.

Educational Qualification – Post-Wise

Age Limit (Calculated as on 1 October 2026)

MPSC Group C Application Fee 2026 – Category-Wise

Candidates must pay the MPSC Group C 2026 application fee while submitting the online application form. The fee can be paid online via debit card, credit card, or net banking through the SBI payment gateway, or offline through an SBI bank challan. The last date to pay the fee online is 17 July 2026, and offline via challan is 20 July 2026.

MPSC Group C Selection Process 2026 – Exam Pattern & Stages

The MPSC Group C 2026 selection process consists of two stages: a Combined Preliminary Examination followed by a Combined or Independent Main Examination depending on the cadre. There is no interview stage for these Group-C posts. Candidates must qualify the Preliminary Exam to be shortlisted for the Main Exam.

The Combined Preliminary Exam is scheduled for 27 September 2026. This is an objective-type exam conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) / Online mode. Candidates qualifying the preliminary exam will be called for the Main Exam, the date of which will be announced separately by MPSC.

MPSC Group C Salary 2026 – Post-Wise Pay Scale (7th Pay Commission)

Candidates selected through the MPSC Group C Recruitment 2026 will receive pay as per the Maharashtra Government's 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix. In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates are also entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other admissible allowances as per applicable rules. The post of Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector offers the highest pay band among all five cadres.

MPSC Group C Apply Online 2026 – Step-by-Step Application Process

The MPSC Group C online application form is available at the official portal mpsconline.gov.in from 27 June 2026 at 2:00 PM. Candidates must complete KYC verification and register on the portal before filling in the application. The last date to apply online for MPSC Group C 2026 is 17 July 2026 at 11:59 PM - no applications will be accepted after this deadline.

1. Visit the official MPSC website at mpsc.gov.in or mpsconline.gov.in.

2. Register on the portal and complete KYC verification if you are a new user.

3. Log in with your credentials and navigate to the MPSC Group C 2026 application link.

4. Fill in your personal, educational, and other required details accurately.

5. Upload required documents and certificates applicable to your category - including caste certificate, disability certificate, ex-serviceman, orphan, sports, project-affected, or earthquake-affected documents as relevant.

6. Select your preferred examination centre.

7. Choose your post preference(s) as applicable to your eligibility.

8. Pay the application fee online via debit card, credit card, or net banking (SBI gateway), or obtain an SBI bank challan for offline payment.

9. Review all entered details carefully, then submit the application form.

10. Take a printout of the submitted application form and fee payment receipt for future reference.

Common Mistakes to Avoid – MPSC Group C Application 2026

Many candidates lose their candidature or face rejection due to avoidable errors in the application process. Being careful at each step of the MPSC Group C online application 2026 can save significant effort later. Here are the most common pitfalls to watch out for.

• Applying without completing KYC: MPSC requires KYC verification on mpsconline.gov.in before submitting the application. Incomplete KYC will prevent form submission.

• Applying for the wrong cadre: Each cadre has distinct educational and typing qualifications. Ensure your degree and typing speed certificate match the post you apply for - especially for Tax Assistant (both Marathi and English typing required) vs Clerk-Typist (either Marathi or English).

• Incorrect age calculation: Age is calculated as on 1 October 2026, not the notification date. Recheck your age with this reference date.

• Missing challan deadline: If paying offline via SBI challan, note that the challan must be obtained by 19 July 2026 and payment made by 20 July 2026. The online payment deadline (17 July) is different - do not confuse the two.

• Not uploading category documents: If you are claiming reservation or fee concession under SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/Ex-servicemen/Orphan/Sports/Project-Affected categories, all supporting certificates must be uploaded at the time of application.

• Assuming one application covers all cadres: Verify whether you need to submit separate applications per cadre or a single combined application - follow the instructions in the official notification carefully.

• Typing certificate not recognised: For Tax Assistant and Clerk-Typist, only typing certificates from the Government Commercial Certificate Examination or a government-recognised equivalent are accepted. Private institute certificates are not valid.

• Waiting until the last day: Server load increases sharply near the deadline. Complete your application well before 17 July 2026 to avoid technical issues.

MPSC Group C Recruitment 2026 - Important Links

• Apply Online: Click here (active on 27th June 2026)

• Official Website: Click here