Maharashtra Government Jobs: Exams, Bodies & How to Apply

Maharashtra runs a large set of state government recruitments every year, from gazetted civil-service posts to clerks, teachers and police. Knowing which body recruits for what helps you target the right exam.

This guide maps the main recruiting bodies in Maharashtra, the major exams and who can apply. Eligibility, vacancies and dates change with each notification, so confirm on the official site and track live Maharashtra vacancies on GovtNaukri365.

Who recruits for Maharashtra government jobs?

• Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) — gazetted and many subordinate posts via the State Services (Rajyaseva) and Combined (PSI/STI/ASO) exams.
• Maharashtra Police — police constables, recruited district-wise (Sub-Inspectors come through MPSC).
• Department-wise Group C drives — general clerical recruitment is often run via TCS/IBPS-administered online tests.
• Zilla Parishad and health (NHM) recruitments for local and health-sector posts.

Major Maharashtra government exams

• MPSC State Services (Rajyaseva) — for Deputy Collector, DySP and other officer posts (graduate-level).
• MPSC Combined exam — for PSI, STI and Assistant Section Officer.
• Maharashtra Police Constable Bharti and MAHA-TET for teachers.

Eligibility and how to apply

Eligibility ranges from a 12th pass for many police/Group C roles to a bachelor's degree for MPSC officer posts. Knowledge of Marathi is mandatory for most state posts, and a domicile certificate is generally required.

Apply online on the relevant body's official portal with your documents, photo and signature ready, before the closing date.