The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) is a vital constitutional body responsible for conducting civil service examinations to recruit candidates for various posts in the Maharashtra state government. Established under Article 315 of the Constitution of India, the MPSC plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth functioning and efficient governance of the state. The commission's primary objective is to fill Group ‘A’ and ‘B’ positions across multiple departments by selecting competent individuals through a three-tier exam process. The MPSC exam is an excellent opportunity for graduates who aspire to work in public service and contribute to Maharashtra's development.
To appear for the MPSC exam, candidates must be at least 19 years old, hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and possess proficiency in Marathi. The exam serves as a gateway for individuals to secure government jobs like Rajyaseva, Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector, and Police Sub-Inspector. With a competitive selection process, the MPSC ensures that only the most qualified candidates are appointed to essential positions that help in the effective administration and development of the state.
Exam Highlights
Name of Commission
MPSC
MPSC Full Form
Maharashtra Public Service Commission
Name of Post
Various posts in Groups A and B
Application Process
Online
Number of Vacancies
524
Category
MPSC Notification 2024
MPSC New Exam Date 2024
December 1, 2024
Job Location
Maharashtra
Official Website of MPSC
https://mpsc.gov.in/
Event
Dates
MPSC Rajyaseva Notification 2024
Released
MPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Online Application Starting Date
9 May to 24 May 2024
MPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Last Date to Apply Online
24 May 2024 (11:50 PM)
Copy of challan for payment of examination fee by SBI
26 May 2024 (11:50 PM)
MPSC Preliminary Exam 2024 Date
I December 2024
MPSC State Service Main Exam Date 2024
14 to 16 December 2024
Maharashtra Architectural Engineering Service Main Exam 2024
23 November 2024
Maharashtra Forest Service Main Exam 2024
28 to 31 December 2024
The exam is structured into three distinct stages: Preliminary, Mains, and Interview. Each stage is designed to assess different aspects of a candidate’s knowledge and skills, ensuring that only the most qualified individuals are selected for civil service positions.
Prelims Exam: This stage consists of two papers, with a combined total of 200 marks.
Paper
Marks
No. of Questions
Medium
Nature of Paper
Time Duration
Paper I (Compulsory)
200
100
English & Marathi
Objective Type
2 hours
Paper II (Compulsory)
80
Mains Exam: This stage includes six compulsory papers, amounting to a total of 800 marks.
Paper No.
Subject
Nature of Question
Maximum Marks
1
Marathi & English Language (Essay/Translation/Precis)
Marathi & English
Descriptive
03 Hours
2
Marathi & English Language (Essay/Grammar/ Comprehension)
MCQ
01 Hours
3
GS Paper I: History, Geography, and Agriculture
150
02 Hours
4
GS Paper II: Indian Constitution and Indian Politics
5
GS Paper III: Human Rights and Human Resource Development
6
GS Paper IV: Economy and Planning, Economics of Development and Agriculture, Science and Technology Development
Candidates can apply for the MPSC exam through the official website. Here's the step-by-step process:
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has announced a revised schedule for the MPSC Exam Date 2024, marking the second rescheduling by the Maharashtra Rajyaseva authority. As per the latest update released on September 23, 2024, the new exam date is set for December 1, 2024. In December of the previous year, the MPSC issued a notification for the recruitment of 274 Group A and B positions. However, due to the first postponement, this number has now increased to a total of 524 vacancies. For further details, candidates can check the link below or visit the official MPSC website at mpsc.gov.in.
MPSC Official Notification 2024
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The MPSC syllabus is vast and covers various topics:
Optional Subjects: Various disciplines like Agriculture, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, etc.
Candidates can download the MPSC admit card from the official website a few weeks before the exam. Here's how: