The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 017/2026 for the Maharashtra Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Examination 2026. The recruitment aims to fill 2,619 Group-C vacancies across various Maharashtra Government departments, including Clerk-Typist, Tax Assistant, Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector (AMVI), Industry Inspector, and Technical Assistant. The Commission has also extended the online application deadline to 05 August 2026. (MPSC)
Verification Status: ✅ Official notification verified on the MPSC website.
Official Apply Link: ✅ Verified and currently working through the MPSC Online Application Portal. (MPSC)
Job Overview
- Organization: Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC)
- Examination: Maharashtra Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Examination 2026
- Advertisement No.: 017/2026
- Total Vacancies: 2,619
- Job Location: Maharashtra
- Job Type: State Government (Group-C) (MPSC)
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Clerk-Typist | 1,864 |
| Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector (AMVI) | 461 |
| Tax Assistant | 282 |
| Industry Inspector | 9 |
| Technical Assistant | 3 |
| Total | 2,619 |
(Testbook)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 25 June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 27 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Extended) | 05 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 08 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | 27 September 2026 |
(Testbook)
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification varies depending on the post. Candidates should possess the required qualification such as:
- Graduation from a recognized University (for Clerk-Typist, Tax Assistant and certain other posts)
- Diploma/Degree in relevant Engineering or Technical discipline (for Technical Assistant/AMVI as applicable)
- Typing proficiency wherever prescribed.
Candidates are advised to check the detailed post-wise eligibility in the official notification. (MPSC)
Age Limit
- Age limits differ by post.
- Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable as per Government of Maharashtra rules for reserved categories. (MPSC)
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Combined Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Typing Test / Skill Test (where applicable)
- Document Verification
(Testbook)
Salary
Selected candidates will receive pay as per the respective Group-C post under the Government of Maharashtra, along with applicable allowances as per state government rules. (MPSC)
Job Location
Across Maharashtra
How to Apply
- Visit the official MPSC website.
- Open Advertisement No. 017/2026 – Maharashtra Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Examination 2026.
- Register/Login through the MPSC Online portal.
- Fill in the online application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application and save the confirmation page.
Official Notification (Verified)
MPSC Advertisement No. 017/2026 – Maharashtra Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Examination 2026
Official Notification:
https://mpsc.gov.in/adv_notification/8
(MPSC)
Official Direct Apply Link (Verified)
MPSC Online Application Portal (Official):
https://mpsconline.gov.in/candidate
✅ Portal Status: Verified and operational. The online application window has been extended, and candidates can submit applications until 05 August 2026 through the official MPSC online portal only. (Testbook)