02nd January 2025, by Mangala
MPSC Civil & Forest Services Recruitment 2026 – Group A & B Posts | State Services & Forest Services | Apply Online
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released the official notification for conducting the MPSC Civil Services and Forest Services Combined Examination 2026 for recruitment to prestigious Group-A and Group-B gazetted posts under the Government of Maharashtra. This recruitment covers key administrative and forest service posts such as Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP), Tahsildar, Assistant Commissioner of Sales Tax, Block Development Officer, and Forest Service posts including Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF) and Range Forest Officer (RFO). The selection process comprises a three-stage examination system – Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Interview, followed by document verification and medical examination (where applicable). Selected candidates will be appointed on a regular and permanent basis, drawing pay as per the 7th Pay Commission, along with DA, HRA and other admissible allowances.
🔹 Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) |
| Examination Name | Civil Services & Forest Services Combined Exam 2026 |
| Post Category | Group-A & Group-B (Gazetted) |
| Job Type | State Government |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Selection Process | Prelims + Mains + Interview |
| Job Location | Maharashtra |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Status |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 24.12.2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 24.12.2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10.01.2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | 13.04.2026 |
| Main Examination | As per schedule notified by MPSC |
| Interview | As per schedule notified by MPSC |
| Final Result | After completion of interviews |
📊 Vacancy Details
The recruitment is being conducted for multiple Group-A and Group-B posts through the MPSC State Services Examination and MPSC Forest Services Examination. Vacancies are notified post-wise and category-wise as per Government of Maharashtra reservation norms.
Major Posts under State Services
| Post Name | Group |
|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | Group-A |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) | Group-A |
| Assistant Commissioner of Sales Tax | Group-A |
| Tahsildar | Group-B |
| Block Development Officer (BDO) | Group-B |
| Assistant Regional Transport Officer | Group-B |
| Assistant Labour Commissioner | Group-B |
Major Posts under Forest Services
| Post Name | Group |
|---|---|
| Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF) | Group-A |
| Range Forest Officer (RFO) | Group-B |
Exact post-wise and category-wise vacancy numbers will be notified by MPSC separately.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the cut-off date mentioned in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
| Examination | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| State Services | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognised university |
| Forest Services | Bachelor’s Degree in Science / Engineering with prescribed subjects such as Forestry, Agriculture, Botany, Zoology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Engineering |
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 19 to 38 years |
| Reserved Categories | Up to 43 years |
Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and other eligible categories as per Maharashtra Government rules.
Physical Standards (Forest Services Only)
| Category | Height | Chest (Male) |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 163 cm | 79–84 cm |
| Female | 150 cm | Not applicable |
Physical endurance tests and medical standards are applicable only for Forest Service posts.
🧠 Selection Process
The selection process consists of three compulsory stages:
Stage 1 – Preliminary Examination
- Objective-type (MCQs)
- Two papers: General Studies & CSAT
- Screening in nature (marks not counted for final merit)
Stage 2 – Main Examination
- Descriptive / objective papers as prescribed
- Marks counted for final merit
Stage 3 – Interview / Personality Test
- Assessment of leadership qualities, decision-making ability, general awareness and suitability for public service
Final Merit List is prepared based on Main Examination + Interview marks, subject to document verification and medical examination (where applicable).
💰 Salary and Benefits
| Post Group | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Group-A | Level-10 to Level-13 |
| Group-B | Level-8 to Level-9 |
Salary includes Basic Pay, DA, HRA, TA and other allowances as per Maharashtra Government norms.
📝 How to Apply
- Visit mpsconline.gov.in
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill the online application form
- Upload photograph and signature
- Pay application fee online
- Submit application and download confirmation page
📌 Important Instructions
- Separate application may be required for State Services and Forest Services
- Incomplete or incorrect applications are liable to rejection
- Candidates must carefully choose examination preferences
- MPSC reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process
❓ FAQs – MPSC Civil & Forest Services Recruitment 2026
Q1. Are the Important Dates officially announced?
Yes. The notification clearly specifies the application dates and Preliminary Examination date.
Q2. When will the Main Examination and Interview be held?
These stages will be conducted after the Preliminary Examination, as per the schedule notified separately by MPSC.
Q3. Is this a permanent government job?
Yes. All posts are regular and permanent under the Government of Maharashtra.
Q4. Are State Services and Forest Services conducted through the same exam?
Both are conducted by MPSC, but they have separate eligibility conditions, papers and physical standards, especially for Forest Service posts.
Q5. Is physical fitness mandatory for all posts?
No. Physical standards apply only to Forest Service posts such as ACF and RFO.
Q6. Can candidates from outside Maharashtra apply?
Yes, but reservation benefits are applicable only to Maharashtra domiciles.
Q7. Are Preliminary Examination marks counted in final merit?
No. Preliminary Examination is screening in nature. Final merit is based on Main Examination and Interview marks.
Q8. Where should candidates check official updates?
All official updates are published only on the official MPSC website.
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Notification | Click here |
| MPSC Official Website | Click here |
| Official WhatsApp Channel | Click here |
| Official Telegram Channel | Click here |