MPSC State Services Main Examination 2025: Recruitment for 139 Class-A & Class-B Gazetted Vacancies
Special Information for Pharmacy Students
B.Pharm graduates are highly eligible for the majority of these administrative positions (Class-A and Class-B). This is a golden opportunity for Pharmacy professionals to enter the Maharashtra Civil Services in departments like State Excise, State Tax, and Labour Administration.
Short Notification Details
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has officially released the notification for the State Services Main Examination 2025 (Advt No. 001/2026). This recruitment drive is for 139 vacant seats in various administrative cadres. Candidates who have qualified the Preliminary Examination are invited to apply for the Main Examination scheduled for March and April 2026.
Important Dates
| Activity | Important Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | February 28, 2026 (14:00 onwards) |
| Last Date for Online Application | March 14, 2026 (Till 23:59) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment (Online) | March 14, 2026 (Till 23:59) |
| Last Date for SBI Challan Generation | March 16, 2026 (Till 23:59) |
| Last Date for Payment via Challan (Bank Hours) | March 17, 2026 |
Vacancy Details for Group A & Group B
A total of 139 vacancies are available across different departments. Below is the detailed post-wise distribution:
| Sr. No | Post Name (Cadre) | Group | Total Posts | B.Pharm Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deputy Superintendent of Police / Assistant Commissioner of Police | Group A | 04 | Yes |
| 2 | Assistant State Tax Commissioner | Group A | 79 | Yes (Major Vacancy) |
| 3 | Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO) | Group B | 21 | Degree in Auto/Mech Eng. |
| 4 | Assistant Block Development Officer | Group B | 15 | Yes |
| 5 | Section Officer (Mantralaya) | Group B | 03 | Yes |
| 6 | Assistant Commissioner (Labour) | Group A | 01 | Yes |
| 7 | Deputy Superintendent (State Excise) | Group B | 01 | Yes |
| Total Vacancies | 139 | |||
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
To apply for these positions, candidates must fulfill the following criteria:
- Degree Requirement: Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized University. Professional degrees like B.Pharmacy (B.Pharm) are fully recognized for administrative posts.
- Language Proficiency: Ability to speak, read, and write Marathi fluently is mandatory.
- Main Exam Eligibility: Only candidates who cleared the MPSC State Services Prelims 2025 are eligible to apply for this Mains Exam.
Age Limit (As on July 1, 2025)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (Open) | 19 Years | 38 Years |
| Reserved / EWS / Orphan | 19 Years | 43 Years |
| Physically Handicapped (PwD) | 19 Years | 45 Years |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee (Non-Refundable) |
|---|---|
| Open Category | Rs. 544/- |
| Backward Classes / EWS / Orphans / PwD | Rs. 344/- |
| Note: Additional bank charges and GST may apply during online payment. | |
Main Examination Schedule 2026
| Exam Date | Morning Session (Language/GS) | Afternoon Session (Optional/GS) |
|---|---|---|
| March 21, 2026 | Language Paper – 1 | Language Paper – 2 |
| April 05, 2026 | Essay Paper – 3 | — |
| April 18, 2026 | General Studies – 1 (Paper 4) | General Studies – 2 (Paper 5) |
| April 19, 2026 | General Studies – 3 (Paper 6) | General Studies – 4 (Paper 7) |
| April 26, 2026 | Optional Paper – 1 (Paper 8) | Optional Paper – 2 (Paper 9) |
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official MPSC application portal: mpsconline.gov.in.
- Login using your registered email/mobile number and password.
- Go to the “Online Application” section and select Advt No. 001/2026.
- Fill in the required details and upload your documents (PDF format, 50KB-500KB).
- Select your preferred exam center (Amravati, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Nagpur, Nashik, Navi Mumbai, or Pune).
- Pay the application fee and take a printout of the final confirmation page.
Important Links
| Resource | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Link | Click Here to Apply |
| Download Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Join Our Pharmacy India Telegram | Join Now |
| MPSC Official Website | Visit Website |
