Last updated: 5 June 2026
Group C (Clerk / Steno / DEO) 2026
Group C (Clerk / Steno / DEO) 2026: 5,260 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 18-38 years. Qualification: 12th Pass / Graduation (post-wise).
Total Vacancies
5,260
Department
Maharashtra State Examination Board (Mahapariksha)
Age Limit
18-38 years
Qualification
12th Pass / Graduation (post-wise)
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Official Note
Mahapariksha Group C 2026 — Clerk, Steno, DEO posts across Maharashtra govt departments.
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 25 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 15 May 2026
- Exam Date
- 16 August 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 January 2027
Selection Process
- Online Written Exam — 120 marks (MCQ)
- Typing Test — for Steno / Clerk posts (Marathi & English)
- Document Verification
- Merit-based appointment
Previous Year Indicative Cut Off
Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open (General) | 80 | 120 | 66.7% |
| OBC | 74 | 120 | 61.7% |
| SC | 65 | 120 | 54.2% |
Exam Centres
Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
Syllabus Highlights
- Marathi Language — grammar, reading (30 marks)
- English — grammar, comprehension (20 marks)
- General Knowledge — Maharashtra & national current affairs, science (40 marks)
- Quantitative Aptitude / Computer Knowledge — arithmetic, data entry, MS Office (30 marks)
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: 12th Pass / Graduation (post-wise)
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 38 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 41 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 43 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 48 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027.
Salary & Perks
₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Apply Kaise Karein
- Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
- Complete registration on the authorised portal for Maharashtra State Examination Board (Mahapariksha).
- Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
- After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.
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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is the age limit for Group C (Clerk / Steno / DEO) 2026? v
For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 38 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.
How do I apply for Group C (Clerk / Steno / DEO) 2026? v
Visit the authorised website for Maharashtra State Examination Board (Mahapariksha) (https://mahapareeksha.maharashtra.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Friday, 15 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Group C (Clerk / Steno / DEO) 2026? v
The closing date was Friday, 15 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 16 August 2026.