MPSC Group B Recruitment 2026 for 552 STI, PSI and ASO Posts | Apply Online

MPSC Group B Recruitment 2026 Overview

MPSC has released the Group B recruitment notification for the 2026 combined preliminary examination cycle. This recruitment is for non-gazetted Group B posts under the Maharashtra government and includes Assistant Section Officer, State Tax Inspector, and Police Sub-Inspector vacancies.

The recruitment is conducted through a common preliminary exam, followed by post-specific further stages. Candidates should read the post conditions carefully because the PSI post includes physical standards and physical test requirements in addition to the written exams.

Important Dates

Candidates should complete registration, document upload, and fee payment before the closing date instead of relying on the final day.

Post-wise Vacancy Details

This vacancy count is for the Group B combined preliminary recruitment cycle notified under Advertisement No. 011/2026.

Educational Qualification and Basic Eligibility

Candidates must hold a degree from a statutory university or any qualification declared equivalent by the government.

• Graduation is the basic qualification for all three posts.

• Knowledge of Marathi language is required.

• Candidates appearing in the final year degree examination may apply for the preliminary exam, but they must pass the degree examination by the last date prescribed for the main examination application of the concerned post.

• If any post condition requires internship or work experience, that requirement must be completed by the main examination application deadline for that post.

• Indian citizenship is required.

Age Limit

Age relaxation is applicable as per rules. For this recruitment cycle, the age calculation is linked to the conditions given in the notification, and candidates should verify their exact category-based relaxation before submission.

Application Fee

Bank charges and applicable taxes are extra. The fee is non-refundable. Payment can be made online through available payment gateways or through SBI challan within the permitted dates.

Selection Process

The selection process is multi-stage and differs slightly for PSI because of the physical test requirement.

1. Combined Preliminary Examination: Common screening test for all three posts, carrying 100 marks.

2. Main Examination: Candidates shortlisted from prelims appear for the post-specific main examination. The main examination carries 400 marks.

3. Physical Test for Police Sub-Inspector: PSI candidates also have to clear the physical test, which carries 100 marks. The minimum qualifying score is 60 marks.

For PSI, candidates scoring below the qualifying threshold in the physical test are not considered for further merit. Final selection follows the applicable examination scheme and service entry rules for the respective post.

Police Sub-Inspector Physical Standards

The Police Sub-Inspector post has physical eligibility requirements in addition to the written exam stages.

• Male candidates: Minimum height 165 cm, minimum chest 79 cm unexpanded, and chest expansion of at least 5 cm.

• Female candidates: Minimum height 150 cm.

• Candidates who do not meet the prescribed physical standards are treated as unfit for appointment to the PSI post.

Candidates interested in PSI should verify these conditions carefully from the official recruitment notice and related MPSC instructions before applying.

Salary and Pay Scale

Additional allowances are payable as per applicable government rules.

How to Apply Online

1. Go to the MPSC online application portal.

2. Create a profile if you are a new user, or log in if you already have an account.

3. Complete profile details and KYC verification as required by the commission.

4. Select the Group B Combined Preliminary Examination 2026 application link.

5. Fill in personal, educational, and reservation details carefully.

6. Upload the required documents in the prescribed format and file size.

7. Pay the examination fee through online mode or SBI challan within the allowed dates.

8. Select the district examination centre and submit the form.

Admit cards are generally made available on the MPSC online portal about 7 days before the examination date.

What Is Confirmed and What Candidates Should Still Check

The confirmed recruitment points include the advertisement number, total vacancies, post names, application dates, fee structure, preliminary exam date, graduate-level eligibility, Marathi requirement, and the selection process framework.

Candidates should still check the official MPSC notification page for any corrigendum, detailed reservation breakup, district centre list, document format instructions, and any post-specific clarification issued after the initial advertisement. This matters especially for PSI applicants because physical eligibility and later stage instructions can affect the application decision.

Official Links

• MPSC Official Website
• MPSC Advertisements / Notifications / Corrigendums
• MPSC Online Application Portal
• MPSC Scheme of Examination
• MPSC Tentative Schedule of Competitive Examinations