MPSC Rajyaseva (State Services) 2026
Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) released the Rajyaseva (State Services) notification 2026 for 79 Group A & B vacancies under the Maharashtra Civil Services Gazetted Combined Examination. Graduates aged 19–38 years applied online from 31 December 2025 to 20 January 2026. Prelims was held on 31 May 2026. Mains is scheduled on 3, 17, 18 and 24 October 2026. Final answer key was released on 18 June 2026.
Total Vacancies
79
Department
Maharashtra Public Service Commission
Age Limit
19-38 years
Qualification
Graduation (any discipline)
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Latest MPSC Updates
Last updated: 19 June 2026
- MPSC Rajyaseva Final Answer Key out on 18 June 2026 — download from mpsc.gov.in.
- Provisional answer key for Prelims (31 May 2026) released — objections were open 5–11 June 2026.
- MPSC Rajyaseva 2026 notification — 79 vacancies (Group A: 45 · Group B: 34).
- Mains Exam 2026 dates: 3, 17, 18 and 24 October 2026.
- 2025 cycle Mains revised dates: 5, 18, 19, 26 April and 2 May 2026 (150 Rajyaseva posts).
- Download MPSC Rajyaseva Previous Year Papers (2012–2026) for Prelims & Mains practice.
- MPSC Group B Prelims 2026 held 14 June 2026 — separate 552-post recruitment.
MPSC Rajyaseva Final Answer Key 2026 released on 18 June 2026. Provisional key objections closed 11 June 2026. Download from mpsc.gov.in →
Official Note
MPSC Rajyaseva 2026 — 79 Group A & B vacancies. Prelims held 31 May 2026. Mains on 3, 17, 18 & 24 Oct 2026. Final answer key out 18 June 2026.
2026 Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) |
| Exam Name | Maharashtra Civil Services Gazetted Combined Examination (Rajyaseva) 2026 |
| Post Name | Group A & B — Deputy CEO/GDO, Assistant Director (Finance), AGDO, Industries Officer & allied |
| Total Vacancies | 79 (Group A: 45 · Group B: 34) |
| Application Period | 31 December 2025 – 20 January 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 31 May 2026 (conducted) |
| Mains Exam Date | 3, 17, 18 & 24 October 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's degree from a recognised university |
| Age Limit | 19–38 years (relaxation for reserved categories) |
| Application Fee | ₹544 (Open) · ₹344 (Reserved/EWS/Orphan/PwD) |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Interview (100 marks) |
| Official Website | mpsc.gov.in |
Post-wise Vacancies
| Post | Vacancies | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Chief Executive Officer / Group Development Officer (Upper Division) | 13 | Group A — Rural Development |
| Assistant Director, Maharashtra Finance & Accounts Service | 32 | Group A — Finance & Accounts |
| Assistant Group Development Officer | 30 | Group B — Rural Development |
| Industries Officer (Technical) | 4 | Group B — Industries |
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 31 December 2025
- Last Date to Apply
- 20 January 2026
- Exam Date
- 31 May 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 January 2027
Exam Pattern 2026
MPSC Rajyaseva has three stages. Prelims has two objective papers (400 marks total) — CSAT is qualifying only. Mains has nine descriptive papers (1750 marks). Interview carries 100 marks. Prelims marks are not counted in final merit.
- Prelims Paper I (GS): 100 questions · 200 marks · 2 hours · Marathi & English medium
- Prelims Paper II (CSAT): 80 questions · 200 marks · 2 hours · qualifying at 33%
- Prelims is screening only — marks not added to final merit
- Mains: 9 papers (Marathi, English, Essay, GS I–IV, 2 Optional) · 1750 marks · 3 hours each
- Language papers (Marathi & English) are qualifying in nature
- Interview: 100 marks · final merit = Mains + Interview
Preliminary Examination (Screening Test)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I — General Studies | 100 | 200 |
| Paper II — CSAT (qualifying) | 80 | 200 |
| Prelims Total | 180 | 400 |
Mains Examination (Compulsory Papers)
Six compulsory papers for all candidates — each 200 marks, 3 hours. Papers I and II are descriptive; Papers III–VI are objective (MCQs).
| Paper | Subject | Format | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Marathi (Qualifying) | Descriptive | 100 |
| Paper II | English (Qualifying) | Descriptive | 100 |
| Paper III | Essay | Descriptive | 150 |
| Paper IV | General Studies I | Descriptive | 250 |
| Paper V | General Studies II | Descriptive | 250 |
| Paper VI | General Studies III | Descriptive | 250 |
| Paper VII | General Studies IV | Descriptive | 250 |
| Paper VIII–IX | Optional Subject (2 papers) | Descriptive | 500 |
| Interview | Personality Test | Oral | 100 |
Subject-Wise Syllabus
Prelims Paper I — General Studies (200 Marks) (200 Marks)
- Maharashtra GK — history, geography, polity, economy, culture, current affairs
- Indian History — ancient, medieval, modern, freedom struggle
- Indian Polity & Constitution — fundamental rights, Parliament, judiciary
- Geography — physical, economic, Maharashtra-specific features
- Economy & Budget — Union & Maharashtra budget highlights, major schemes
- Science & Technology, Environment & Ecology
- Current Affairs — national, international & Maharashtra (last 12–18 months)
Prelims Paper II — CSAT (200 Marks, Qualifying) (200 Marks)
- Comprehension & interpersonal skills
- Logical reasoning & analytical ability
- Decision making & problem solving
- Basic numeracy (Class X level) — arithmetic, data interpretation
- Minimum 33% required to qualify
Mains GS I — History, Society, Geography (250 Marks) (250 Marks)
- Modern & medieval Indian history with Maharashtra focus
- Maharashtra society, culture, heritage — Sangam, folk arts, social movements
- Regional geography, urbanisation, migration, demographic trends
Mains GS II — Polity, Governance, IR (250 Marks) (250 Marks)
- Constitutional provisions, devolution, public administration
- Transparency, RTI, disaster governance, law & order (Maharashtra examples)
- International relations & public policy
Mains GS III — Economy, Agriculture, S&T, Environment (250 Marks) (250 Marks)
- Macro indicators, agriculture distress, MSME/industry in Maharashtra
- Science & technology, biotechnology, green energy
- Environmental governance, disaster management case studies
Mains GS IV — Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude (250 Marks) (250 Marks)
- Ethics, integrity, aptitude — case-study approach
- Public service values, corruption, accountability
- Moral reasoning with Maharashtra-specific governance examples
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination — Paper I (GS, 200 marks) + Paper II (CSAT, 200 marks, qualifying at 33%)
- Main Examination — 9 papers: Marathi, English, Essay, GS I–IV, 2 Optional (1750 marks total)
- Interview / Personality Test — 100 marks
- Document Verification
MPSC Rajyaseva Salary & Pay Scale 2026
Salary depends on post and group. All posts include basic pay plus DA, HRA, TA and medical allowances under 7th Pay Commission:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Group A Posts | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Pay Level 10–14) |
| Group B Posts | ₹41,800 – ₹1,32,300 (Pay Level 7–11) |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, TA, medical, pension under NPS |
MPSC Previous Year Papers — How to Use
Practising MPSC Rajyaseva PYQs (2012–2026) helps identify question trends, improve speed and focus on high-weightage Maharashtra topics:
- Attempt last 5 years Prelims GS + CSAT papers in timed conditions (2 hours each).
- Focus on repeated Maharashtra GK themes — state formation (1960), Samyukta Maharashtra Movement, Shivaji Maharaj, rivers, districts.
- Review Mains GS papers for answer-writing structure — brief, medium and long descriptive questions.
- Use 2026 Prelims papers (held 31 May 2026) for latest pattern analysis.
- Download full PYQ collection at our Previous Year Papers hub → /pyq/mpsc-2026
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Open / Unreserved (Amagas) | ₹544 |
| Reserved / EWS / Orphan / Divyang (PwD) | ₹344 |
| Bank charges & taxes | Extra as applicable |
Previous Year Indicative Cut Off
Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open (General) | 153 | 200 | 76.5% |
| OBC | 146 | 200 | 73.0% |
| SC | 132 | 200 | 66.0% |
| ST | 124 | 200 | 62.0% |
Exam Centres
Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
Preparation Tips
- Maharashtra GK carries 30–40% weight in Prelims — prioritise state history, geography, polity and current schemes.
- CSAT is qualifying at 33% — don't neglect basic arithmetic and comprehension practice.
- Mains Essay and GS papers need structured answer writing — practice with previous year prompts.
- Marathi language paper is qualifying but mandatory — revise grammar, précis and essay formats.
- Analyse 2026 Prelims paper (31 May) alongside final answer key for topic trend insights.
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Graduation (any discipline)
| 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
₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Group A) · ₹41,800 – ₹1,32,300 (Group B)
Apply Kaise Karein
- Visit mpsc.gov.in and click the online application link in the header.
- Register as a new user — verify email/mobile to get Login ID and password.
- Log in and select Rajyaseva Exam (Maharashtra State Services) 2026.
- Fill personal, educational (graduation) and category details.
- Upload scanned documents — educational certificates, caste/domicile certificate, photo and signature.
- Pay application fee online (₹544 or ₹344 as per category).
- Submit and print the confirmation page for future reference.
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Complete MPSC Rajyaseva (State Services) 2026 guide
All pages for this recruitment — linked for easy navigation.
- Notification Vacancies, eligibility, dates & apply link
- Syllabus Exam pattern, topics & official PDFs
- Admit Card Hall ticket, interview letter & download steps
- Result Merit list, scorecard & cut-off updates
- Previous Year Papers Past papers, marks distribution & pattern
Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
How many vacancies are there in MPSC Rajyaseva 2026? v
79 vacancies — 45 Group A and 34 Group B posts.
What were the application dates? v
31 December 2025 to 20 January 2026.
When was the Prelims exam held? v
31 May 2026.
When is the Mains exam 2026? v
3, 17, 18 and 24 October 2026.
What is the age limit? v
19 to 38 years for General category, with relaxation for reserved categories.
What is the selection process? v
Prelims (screening) → Mains (9 papers, 1750 marks) → Interview (100 marks).
Is CSAT qualifying? v
Yes. Paper II (CSAT) requires minimum 33% to qualify; marks are not counted in merit.
Where can I download previous year papers? v
At /pyq/mpsc-2026 — covers MPSC Rajyaseva Prelims & Mains papers from 2012 to 2026.
What is the age limit for MPSC Rajyaseva (State Services) 2026? v
For the General category the minimum age is 19 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 MPSC Rajyaseva (State Services) 2026? v
Visit the authorised website for Maharashtra Public Service Commission (https://mpsc.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 Tuesday, 20 January 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 MPSC Rajyaseva (State Services) 2026? v
The closing date was Tuesday, 20 January 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 31 May 2026.
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