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MPSC Group C pattern, eligibility & series
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High-volume Group C recruitments — clerks, tax assistants, industry inspectors and other ministerial posts under MPSC.
Written MCQ / Combined patte...
Pattern
4–8 months
Prep time
Marathi / English
Medium
As notified
Negative marking
Official source
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Overview
What this exam is
High-volume Group C recruitments — clerks, tax assistants, industry inspectors and other ministerial posts under MPSC.
Conducting body: Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC)
Roles after selection
Pattern
Written MCQ / Combined pattern as per notification
Eligibility
12th pass or graduation — depends on the post
Pay band
7th Pay — Level 3–6 (as notified)
Typical prep
4–8 months
At a glance
Key facts aspirants ask first
Typical posts
Clerk-Typist · Tax Assistant · AMVI · Industry Inspector
Prelims style
100 MCQs · ~60–100 min · bilingual
Negative marking
Often ¼ mark — confirm notice
Official portal
mpsc.gov.in / mpsconline.gov.in
Selection
Stages you will face
Combined Prelims
Objective screening shared across Group C cadres. Cut-offs decide who reaches Mains.
Mains (cadre-wise)
Language paper + subject / skill paper matching the post you applied for.
Skill / document
Typing (GCC) for clerk/tax cadres; technical verification for AMVI / Industry Inspector.
Written pattern
Papers at a glance
Typical scheme — confirm question count and duration on the official advertisement.
| Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combined Preliminary (screening) | 100 (typical) | 100 (typical) | 60–100 min | GS, aptitude, MH focus, arithmetic & intelligence — confirm CBT/OMR mode on notice |
| Mains Paper 1 — Language | As notified | As notified | As notified | Marathi + English language skills (common framework) |
| Mains Paper 2 — Cadre | As notified | As notified | As notified | Post-specific: typing cadres, AMVI technical, tax/bookkeeping, etc. |
Syllabus map
What to study
Topic clusters summarised for practice planning — verify the official syllabus PDF.
Prelims focus areas
- Maharashtra + national current affairs
- Indian Constitution & polity
- Maharashtra geography, history & economy
- General science & environment
- Arithmetic (%, ratio, average, profit-loss)
- Intelligence / reasoning basics
Mains language
- Marathi grammar & comprehension
- English grammar & vocabulary
- Official correspondence basics
Cadre subjects (examples)
- Tax Assistant — bookkeeping, auditing, tax awareness
- AMVI — automobile / mechanical fundamentals
- Clerk — office procedure & computer awareness
Application desk
Documents, fees & apply tips
Keep ready
- ✓ Degree / diploma / SSC certificates as per post
- ✓ Typing certificates (GCC) where the post requires them
- ✓ Caste / EWS / disability / ex-servicemen certificates if claiming reservation
- ✓ Photo, signature and identity proof in the sizes listed in the notice
Fees
Application fees are category-wise and change every cycle. Pay only on the official MPSC online portal shown in the advertisement.
Before you submit
- → Read the post-wise qualification table before you choose a cadre.
- → Upload clear scans of typing certificates early — incomplete uploads cause rejection.
- → Practise bilingual GS + arithmetic mocks before Prelims; switch to cadre Mains after screening.
Eligibility
Who can apply
- Indian citizen; Marathi knowledge is mandatory for Maharashtra Group C cadres.
- Age is usually 18–38 for open category (post-wise minimum ages may differ) with reserved-category relaxation as per the advertisement.
- Clerk-Typist: graduate + Marathi typing 30 WPM or English 40 WPM (Government Commercial Certificate).
- Tax Assistant: graduate + Marathi 30 WPM and English 40 WPM typing certificates.
- AMVI: SSC + diploma/degree in Automobile or Mechanical Engineering (as notified).
- Industry Inspector / Technical Assistant: science/engineering diploma or degree as listed in the post table.
Syllabus outline
Subjects to cover
Preparation
How to practise this paper
Daily Marathi grammar + Maharashtra GK beats last-week cramming for Group C.
Time the intelligence section; easy arithmetic should not eat the paper.
If you need typing, schedule GCC practice parallel to written mocks.
After each mock, fix the two weakest topics before the next attempt.
Series
Practice series for MPSC Group C
Published series open the store. If a series is not live yet, start from the practice hub.
Related exams
Other papers in this family
FAQ
Quick answers
Is Talathi the same as Group C?
Talathi is a revenue post. Some cycles ride with MPSC Group C; others are district drives. Use the Talathi guide if that is the form you are filling.
Is Prelims CBT or OMR?
MPSC has used both modes in recent cycles. Follow the current advertisement for exam mode, normalisation and duration.
Do all posts need typing?
No. Typing is typically mandatory for Clerk-Typist and Tax Assistant, not for every technical cadre.
Where do I apply?
Only through the official MPSC online application system linked from mpsc.gov.in — never pay on unofficial sites.
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