By Naveen Singh, Recruitment Researcher · Updated 12 Nov 2026 · Editorial policy

MPSC Group C Combined Prelims 2026: 16,717 Posts (Clerk-Typist, Tax Assistant & More) – Apply Online 13 to 27 November, Exam 24 January 2027

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has raised the vacancies of the Maharashtra Group C Services Combined Preliminary Examination 2026 to 16,717 posts (5,707 + 11,010) through a corrigendum dated 6 November 2026. The first advertisement of 25 June 2026 had covered 2,619 posts, and posts requisitioned later were added. New applications and post options can now be submitted from 13 to 27 November 2026 on mpsconline.gov.in. The Combined Preliminary Examination, earlier planned for 3 January 2027, will now be held on 24 January 2027.Official Notification PDF: MPSC Official Website – Advertisement, Corrigenda and Press Note (mpsc.gov.in)

Recruitment Name: Maharashtra Gat-C Seva Sanyukt Purva Pariksha 2026 (Advt. 017/2026) – revised vacancies and dates per MPSC corrigendum dated 06.11.2026

16,717 Group C Posts (5,707 + 11,010) – Revised Application Window 13 to 27 Nov 2026 – Prelims 24 Jan 2027 – Maharashtra

Short Summary: Eligible candidates who have not applied yet can apply from 13/11/2026 to 27/11/2026, and candidates who already applied can add newly eligible posts through their existing login using the View and Recheck Eligibility options. Candidates who only add post preferences need not pay the preliminary fee again, as per the MPSC press note. The preliminary exam is held in offline (OMR) mode. Qualification, age and pay differ post by post, so read the official advertisement and exam scheme for your post before you apply.

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Original advertisement published:	25/06/2026 (2,619 posts)
Corrigendum / revised vacancies and exam date:	06/11/2026
New applications and post options – start:	13/11/2026
Last date – new applications / options:	27/11/2026
Last date – online fee payment (as reported):	30/11/2026
Combined Preliminary Examination (revised):	24/01/2027 (earlier 03/01/2027)
Application Fee
Fee:	Category-wise fee as shown on the MPSC online application and advertisement – check mpsconline.gov.in
Existing applicants adding posts only:	No fresh preliminary fee, as per the MPSC press note dated 06/11/2026
Mode:	Online payment (debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI)
Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal.

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Important Links
Apply Online:	Apply Online – MPSC Online Portal (mpsconline.gov.in)
Download Official Notification PDF:	MPSC Official Website – Advertisement, Corrigenda and Press Note (mpsc.gov.in)
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Vacancy Details

Item	Details (as per MPSC press note dated 06/11/2026)
Total posts now covered	16,717 (5,707 + 11,010)
First advertisement (25 June 2026)	2,619 posts
Posts added later from requisitions	3,088 (till 22 July 2026 corrigendum) and further additions
Post categories	Clerk-Typist, Tax Assistant, Technical Assistant, Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector, Industry Inspector and other Group C posts

The department-wise and category-wise split is given in the MPSC advertisement and corrigenda on mpsc.gov.in. This page lists only the totals confirmed in the official press note.

Eligibility

Qualification: differs for each post – degree, diploma or other prescribed qualification. Check the post-wise eligibility annexure in the MPSC advertisement and the examination scheme corrigendum before choosing post preferences.
Previous applicants: candidates who applied earlier can use View and Recheck Eligibility in their login to add newly eligible posts.
Age relaxation: the Maharashtra Government extended the maximum age limit by one year for this recruitment (decision dated 05/11/2026 referred in the press note), so candidates who were just over the limit may now be eligible. Confirm the exact limit in the advertisement.

Age Limit

The Maharashtra Government (General Administration Department) has relaxed the upper age limit by one year for this Group C Combined Prelims 2026, per the MPSC press note dated 06/11/2026.
The exact age limits by category and post are in the MPSC advertisement; verify them on mpsc.gov.in.

Check your age on the cut-off date with our free Govt Job Age Calculator.

Exam Pattern

Combined Preliminary Examination: one common prelims for all the Group C posts, held in offline (OMR) mode, with the syllabus published by MPSC on 15 November 2022.
Main Examination: Separate mains as per the examination scheme. Posts that need specific educational qualifications have their own mains exam. The syllabus for these will be released on mpsc.gov.in.
Prelims date: 24 January 2027 (shifted from 3 January 2027).

Selection Process

Online application / post options on mpsconline.gov.in (13–27 November 2026)
Combined Preliminary Examination (OMR) – 24 January 2027
Main Examination as per the examination scheme
Typing / skill tests where required, document verification and merit list

How to Apply

Open mpsconline.gov.in and log in or create your profile.
Open the application for the Maharashtra Group C Services Combined Preliminary Examination 2026 (Advt. 017/2026).
New applicants: fill personal and educational details, select the posts you are eligible for and set post preferences.
Earlier applicants: use View and Recheck Eligibility to add newly eligible posts. No fresh prelims fee if you only add post preferences.
Upload the required documents and pay the fee, if applicable, before the deadline.
Submit and save the final application. Check mpsc.gov.in for admit card and updates.

The application window for new applications and options is 13/11/2026 to 27/11/2026. The portal may be busy on the last days.

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MPSC Group C 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many posts are in MPSC Group C Recruitment 2026?

16,717 posts (5,707 + 11,010) as per the MPSC press note dated 6 November 2026. Some aggregator pages show a different total, so rely on the MPSC notice.

What is the last date to apply?

27 November 2026. The window for new applications and additional post options opens on 13 November 2026.

What is the new prelims date?

24 January 2027, instead of 3 January 2027.

Do earlier applicants have to pay again?

Not if they only add eligible post preferences, as per the MPSC press note. New applicants pay the fee shown on the portal.

Is the exam online or offline?

The Combined Preliminary Examination is held offline in OMR mode.

MPSC Group C 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)

Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:

Official notice first: Read the full official advertisement before you apply. This page is a summary.
One application: Submit only one application per post unless the notice allows more. Duplicate forms can be rejected.
Documents: Keep certificates, category proof and photo ID ready. Originals are checked at document verification.
Last date: Do not wait for the last day. Portals slow down near the closing date.