How to Apply for MPSC State Services Maharashtra 2026

About This Guide

Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) State Services Examination for prestigious Maharashtra state govt posts: Deputy Collector, DSP, Asst Police Commissioner, BDO, Tehsildar, State Tax Officer. ~300-500 vacancies. Three-stage: Prelims + Mains + Interview. Pay Level 12-13. Apply at mpsconline.gov.in.

Eligibility Criteria

• Indian citizen
• Bachelor's degree (any stream)
• Age 19-38 (relaxations) - higher than UPSC
• Marathi mandatory (knowledge)
• Maharashtra domicile preferred
• Number of attempts: 6 (Open), 9 (OBC), unlimited (SC/ST/PwD)

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

• 10th, 12th, Graduation certificates
• Marathi knowledge proof
• Aadhaar
• Maharashtra domicile (preferred)
• Caste/EWS certificate
• PwD certificate
• Photo
• Signature

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Key Benefits

• Maharashtra state govt elite cadre
• Pay Level 12-13 ₹56,100-1,77,500
• Local posting (Maharashtra)
• Less competition than UPSC
• Marathi advantage
• State authority
• Career: Deputy → Sub Divisional → District → Joint Sec

What Happens After Application?

Prelims (Apr-May). Mains (Sep-Oct). Interview (Dec-Jan). Total 12-15 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

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