Aspirants preparing for state-level administrative positions can now gear up as the official MPSC Group C 2026 notification has been released for 2,619 vacancies. This comprehensive guide details everything you need to know about the examination structure, including the latest MPSC Group C 2026 Notification Out for 2619 Vacancies- Click to Check, exam pattern, subject-wise syllabus, typing test guidelines, and direct PDF download links.
The MPSC Group C Prelims exam date is scheduled for 29th September 2026. Understanding the exam blueprint and preparation criteria beforehand is critical for cracking various cadres such as Tax Assistant, Clerk-Typist, Excise Sub Inspector, Industries Inspector, and Technical Assistant.
MPSC Group C Selection Process & Exam Overview
The recruitment cycle comprises multiple structured tiers. Candidates must clear each stage successfully to secure final appointment across departments governed by entities like MIDC, SICOM, KVIB, KVIC, MPCB, MSSIDC, and the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).
MPSC Group C Selection Process Stages
- Preliminary exam
- Mains exam
- Typing Test (Tax Assistant and Clerk-Typist)
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | MPSC Group C Service Exam 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type (MCQ) |
| Mode of Exam (Prelims) | Computer-Based Mode |
| Number of Questions | Prelims- 100 Mains- 200 |
| Total Marks | Prelims- 100 Mains- 400 |
| Duration | Prelims- 1 hour Mains- 2 hours |
| Marking Scheme | 1 mark |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks |
| Prelims Exam Date | 29th September 2026 |
Exam Pattern for Preliminary and Main Examinations
The preliminary examination consists of objective-type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) delivered via computer-based mode. Each question carries 1 mark, with a penalty of 0.25 marks (1/4th mark) for incorrect answers.
MPSC Group C Prelims Subjects
- Current Affairs
- History
- Geography
- Economics
- Political Science
- General Science
- Arithmetics
- Intelligence test
| Subjects/Sections | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Current Affairs 2. History 3. Geography 4. Economics 5. Political Science 6. General Science 7. Arithmetics 8. Intelligence test | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
For cadres other than Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector Group-C, the Mains examination comprises 200 questions for 400 marks with a duration of 2 hours. Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector Group-C Mains exam consists of 1 paper held for 300 marks. Each question in Mains carries 2 marks with a negative marking of 0.25 marks (1/4th mark) for incorrect answers.
MPSC Group C Mains Paper 1 Subjects
- Marathi (60 Questions, 120 Marks, Class 12th difficulty, 1 hour duration)
- English (40 Questions, 80 Marks, Graduation difficulty, 1 hour duration)
MPSC Group C Mains Paper 2 Subject
- General Ability Test & Subject-Specific Knowledge (100 Questions, 200 Marks, Graduation difficulty, 1 hour duration)
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Difficulty Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper- I | Marathi | 60 | 120 | Class 12th | 1 hour |
| Paper- I | English | 40 | 80 | Graduation | 1 hour |
| Paper-II | General Ability Test & Subject-Specific Knowledge | 100 | 200 | Graduation | 1 hour |
| Total | Total | 200 | 400 | - | 2 hours |
Typing Test Requirements
A mandatory typing proficiency test applies to specific roles including Tax Assistant and Clerk-Typist positions. Meeting these speed benchmarks is vital for final clearance.
MPSC Group C Typing Test Posts & Speed
- Tax Assistant: Marathi Typing Speed: 30 WPM and English Typing Speed: 40 WPM
- Clerk Typist (Marathi): Marathi Typing Speed: 30 WPM
- Clerk Typist (English): English Typing Speed: 40 WPM
| Posts | Typing Proficiency |
|---|---|
| Tax Assistant | Marathi Typing Speed: 30 WPM and English Typing Speed: 40 WPM |
| Clerk Typist (Marathi) | Marathi Typing Speed: 30 WPM |
| Clerk Typist (English) | English Typing Speed: 40 WPM |
Detailed MPSC Group C Syllabus 2026
Prelims Syllabus
| Subjects | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| History | History of modern India especially Maharashtra |
| Geography | Special study of the geography of Maharashtra with special study of the earth Parts of the world Climate, latitude-longitude land types of Maharashtra Rainfall Major crops Cities Rivers Industries, etc. |
| Economy | Indian Economy National Income Agriculture Industry, Foreign Trade Banking Population Poverty and Unemployment Currency and Fiscal Policy, etc. |
| Poltical Science | India’s Achievements in Science and Technology Indian Constitution Indian Political System Governance and Public Policy Policies Social and Economic Geography of India |
| General Science | Physics Chemistry Zoology Botany Hygiene |
| Current Affairs | Global as well as in India including Maharashtra Regional National, and International International Relations and Events Socioeconomic Political and Cultural History of Modern India with special emphasis on Indian National Movement Economic and Social Development of India Social and Economic Geography Physical and Demography Environmental issues Disaster Management- Prevention and Mitigation Strategies |
| Arithmetic | Addition Subtraction Multiplication Division Decimals Fractions and percentages etc. |
| Intelligence Test | Questions to test how quickly and accurately a candidate can think |
Mains Syllabus: Paper 1
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Marathi | सर्वसामान्य शब्दसंग्रह वाक्यरचना व्याकरण म्हणी व वाक्प्रचार यांचा अर्थ आणि उपयोग तसेच उताऱ्यावरील प्रश्नांची उत्तरे |
| English | Substitution Completion Error Correction (Underlined Part) Sentence Improvement Synonyms / Antonyms Transformation Prepositions Passage Completion Joining Sentences Error Correction (Phrase in Bold) Spotting Errors Active and Passive Voice Spelling Test Idioms and Phrases Sentence Sentence Arrangement Fill in the blanks Para Completion |
Mains Syllabus: Paper 2 (Cadre-wise)
| Topic | Sub-Topic |
|---|---|
| Current affairs | Global as well as Indian. |
| Intelligence test | Questions to test how quickly and accurately a candidate can think. |
| Constitution of India | How the event unfolded and the role and principles behind the preamble, key points / salient features of the event, center-state relations, secular state, fundamental rights and duties, state policy guidelines-education, uniform civil code, an independent judiciary, governor, chief minister, and cabinet – Role, Rights and Functions, State Legislative Assembly, Legislative Council, and its Members, Powers, Functions, and Role, Legislative Committees |
| Right to Information Act, 2005 and Maharashtra Right to Public Service Act, 2015 | – |
| Computer and information technology | The Role of Computer in Modern Society, Use of Computer in Life in Different Areas, Data Communication, Networking, and Web Technology, Cyber Crime and its Prevention – Media Lab Asia, Vidya Vahini, Gyan Vahini, Collective Information Center, etc. Fundamental issues in the IT industry and its future. |
| Concepts of human rights and responsibilities | International Human Rights Standards, the relevant provisions of the Indian Constitution, the implementation and protection of the human rights and accountability system in India, the human rights movement in India, | Problems such as deprivation of human rights, poverty, illiteracy, unemployment, socio-cultural and religious practices (violence, corruption, terrorism, exploitation of workers, protected crime, etc.). Significance, Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955, Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961. Mahatma Gandhi Anti-Dispute Campaign. |
| The Bombay Prohibition Act, 1949 | – |
| The Maharashtra Excise Manual, Volume-I | – |
| The Maharashtra Excise Manual, Volume-III | – |
| The Prohibition and Excise Manual, Volume-II | – |
| Topic | Sub-Topic |
|---|---|
| Civics | State Management (Administration), Urban and Rural Management (Administration). |
| Constitution of India | How the event unfolded and the role and principles behind the preamble, key points / salient features of the event, center-state relations, secular state, fundamental rights, and duties, guiding principles of state policy-education, uniform civil code, an independent judiciary, governor, chief minister and cabinet – Role, Rights and Functions, State Legislature- Legislative Assembly, Legislative Council, and its members, Rights, Functions and Role, Legislative Committees. |
| Five Year Plan | All 12 five year plans |
| Current Affairs | Global as well as Indian |
| Intelligence tests and basic Mathematical skills | These questions will be asked to estimate how quickly and accurately the intelligence test candidate can think. Basic Numeracy / Numerical Skill- numbers and their relations, orders of, magnitude, etc. (Class X level), Arithmetic – Multiplication, division, decimal fraction and percentage, ratio and proportion, time and distance, profit-loss, discount, | Interest, time and work, graphs, averages, measurement and area measurement, etc. |
| Book-keeping and Accounting | Accounting Meaning, Accounting Terms, Basic Principles of Duplication System, Documents for Accounting, Diaries, Auxiliary Books, Accounts, Bank Reconciliation Sheets. Thirteen sheets, depreciation, final accounts, preparation of financial statements, accounts of non-profit organizations. |
| Economic Reforms and Laws | Background, Liberalization, Privatization, Globalization Concept and Meaning – and Scope, Limits, Central and State Level Economic Reforms, WTO Provisions and Reforms and Its Expected Implications for the Indian Economy, Questions and Issues, GST, Sales Tax, VAT. |
| Topic | Sub-Topic |
|---|---|
| General knowledge | History, Geography, Civics, etc |
| Intelligence questions | Questions to test how quickly and accurately a candidate can think. |
| Mathematics | Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Statistics |
| General science | Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Environment |
| Ongoing developments | In India and Maharashtra |
| Basic knowledge of information and communication technology | – |
| Awards and information in the field of sports and literature | In India and Maharashtra |
| Right to Information Act, 2005 and Maharashtra Right to Public Service Act, 2015. | – |
| Topic | Sub-Topic |
|---|---|
| Current affairs | Global as well as Indian. |
| Intelligence test | Questions to test how quickly and accurately a candidate can think. |
| Constitution of India | How the event unfolded and the role and principles behind the preamble, key points / salient features of the event, center-state relations, secular state, fundamental rights and duties, state policy guidelines-education, uniform civil code, an independent judiciary, governor, chief minister, and cabinet – Role, Rights and Functions, State Legislative Assembly, Legislative Council, and its Members, Powers, Functions, and Role, Legislative Committees |
| Right to Information Act, 2005 and Maharashtra Right to Public Service Act, 2015 | – |
| Computer and information technology | The Role of Computer in Modern Society, Use of Computer in Life in Different Areas, Data Communication, Networking, and Web Technology, Cyber Crime and its Prevention – Media Lab Asia, Vidya Vahini, Gyan Vahini, Collective Information Center, etc. Fundamental issues in the IT industry and its future. |
| Industrial Policy | 1. Industrial Policy of India, Industrial Policy of Maharashtra, Entrepreneurship Development and Employment Generation, Industrial Group Development (Cluster), 2. Industry Management, Marketing Management, Balance Report, Project Report & Financial Analysis, Necessary Licenses / Tax Acts for Industry, Employment Preference for Local People, Financial Assistance Schemes for Micro, Small Enterprises. 3. Financial assistance to industries through nationalized and scheduled banks, Reserve Bank of India’s financial policy for small-scale industries. |
| Industrial Acts | 1. Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951. Registration of industrial enterprises 2. Industrial Enterprises (Collection of Information and Statistics) Rules, 1959 3. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Act 2006 and Industrial Facilitation Council Rules and Procedures |
| Factories Act | 1. Import-Export Policy, Special Economic Zones Act, 2. Indian Patent Act 1911, Indian Trade and Merchant Act 1958, Factories Act 1948. Bombay Electricity |
| Industrial Tribunal | Rehabilitation Policy for Sick Small and Large Enterprises, National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) |
| MIDC | Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC), SICOM, KVIB, KVIC, MPCB, MSSIDC, Store Purchase Policy |
| Topic | Sub-Topic |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge | History, Geography, Civics, Current Affairs, etc |
| Intelligence test | Questions to test how quickly and accurately a candidate can think. |
| Basic mathematical skills and statistical skills | Multiplication, division, decimal, percentage, discount, and interest |
| Right to Information Act 2005 | – |
| Computer and Information Technology | The Role of Computer in Modern Society, Use of Computer in Life in Different Areas, Data Communication, Networking, and Web Technology, Cyber Crime and its Prevention – Media Lab Asia, Vidya Vahini, Gyan Vahini, Collective Information Center, etc. Fundamental issues in the IT industry and its future. |
| Knowledge about insurance | 1. The Concept of Insurance & its evolution 2. Insurance Market 3. Insurance Terminology 4. Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (Concept Establishment, Objectives, Scope and Rights) |
| Information of Directorate of Insurance | 1. Citizens’ Charter 2. Available under RTI on the Government of Maharashtra website |
MPSC Group C Syllabus PDF Downloads
Candidates can easily access and download the official study material using the resource link below:
| Paper | MPSC Group C Syllabus PDF |
|---|---|
| MPSC Group C Prelims Syllabus PDF | Download PDF |
What to Do Next
Now that you are familiar with the complete syllabus and exam pattern, download the official syllabus PDF, track your preparation against each topic, and look out for the upcoming admit card release date. Ensure you practice mock tests regularly under timed computer-based exam conditions and review essential topics such as Current affairs, the Constitution of India, and General Knowledge.
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