Maharashtra Talathi Bharti 2026 (MPSC Group-C) — 1,539 Posts, Prelim 25 October
Maharashtra Public Service Commission
- Total Vacancies
- 1,539
- Last Date to Apply
- 10 Aug 2026
- Salary / Pay Range
- ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
- Qualification
- Graduate
Applications closed on 10 Aug 2026
Talathi Bharti 2026 (1,539) — Overview
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission has included 1,539 Talathi (Gram Mahsul Adhikari) posts of the Revenue and Forest Department in the Maharashtra Group-C Services Combined Examination 2026 — the largest Talathi intake through MPSC in recent years.
The online application window was extended once: from the original last date of 5 August 2026 to 10 August 2026, with online fee payment accepted till 13 August 2026. MPSC stated this was the final extension and no further extension would be granted.
Applications are now closed. Selection proceeds through the Group-C Combined Preliminary Examination on 25 October 2026 (offline, OMR-based), followed by the Main Examination and document verification for shortlisted candidates.
The preliminary paper is a single 100-question, 100-mark objective test of one hour, in Marathi and English, with a 0.25-mark penalty for each wrong answer.
Important Dates
Always reconfirm on the official website before acting on a date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 10 Sep 2026 |
| Online application starts | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Last date for fee paymentUsually the same day or the next — confirm in the notification | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Examination date | 25 Oct 2026 |
| Exam schedule | Group-C Combined Preliminary Exam: 25 October 2026 (offline, OMR) |
Vacancy Details & Salary
Total Posts
1,539
Salary Range
₹25,500 – ₹81,100
Job Location
Maharashtra
Pay Matrix S-8 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) plus DA, HRA and state allowances
Post-wise break-up
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talathi (Gram Mahsul Adhikari) | 1539 | Graduate (UGC-recognised university) | S-8: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
Application fee
- Unreserved / Open₹544
- Reserved categories (Maharashtra)₹344
Eligibility Criteria
Age limit: 18 to 38 years (unreserved); relaxation of 5 years for backward classes as per Maharashtra rules
- Bachelor's degree from a university recognised by the UGC — final-year students awaiting results were NOT eligible; the degree had to be complete by the cut-off date.
- Age 18 to 38 years for unreserved candidates, with relaxation for backward-class candidates as per Maharashtra Government rules.
- Working knowledge of Marathi is essential — Talathis deal directly with villagers on land records and revenue matters; knowledge of English and Hindi is expected.
- Domicile / reservation benefits apply to candidates of Maharashtra as per the notification.
Selection process
- 1Group-C Combined Preliminary Examination — 100 objective questions, 100 marks, 1 hour, OMR-based (25 October 2026)
- 2Group-C Combined Main Examination for candidates shortlisted from the prelim
- 3Document verification and final merit list (post-wise preference)
Documents to keep ready
- Matriculation (10th) certificate — for date of birth proof
- All educational marksheets and degree/diploma certificates
- Caste / category certificate (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS) in the prescribed central or state format
- Domicile / residence certificate where the post is state-specific
- Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the notified size
- Aadhaar card or another government photo ID
- PwBD certificate, ex-servicemen discharge book or sports certificate where a relaxation is claimed
- Experience certificate and NOC from the present employer, if in service
Exam Pattern & Question Types
State Group-C written test — exactly what each section asks, so you can start with the papers that carry the most marks.
Marathi (मराठी)
- व्याकरण — संधी, समास, विभक्ती
- समानार्थी व विरुद्धार्थी शब्द
- म्हणी व वाक्प्रचार
- वाक्यरचना व शुद्धलेखन
- उतारा-आधारित प्रश्न
English
- Grammar — tenses, articles, prepositions
- Synonyms, antonyms and one-word substitution
- Sentence correction and error spotting
- Idioms and phrases
- Reading comprehension
General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- History and geography of Maharashtra
- Indian polity and Constitution
- Maharashtra Land Revenue Code basics
- State schemes, economy and culture
- Current affairs (national + Maharashtra)
Intelligence Test (बुद्धिमत्ता चाचणी)
- Series, analogy and classification
- Coding–decoding and direction sense
- Blood relations and ranking
- Arithmetic reasoning and data sufficiency
- Venn diagrams and puzzles
The pattern above reflects the standard structure of this exam family. The number of questions, marks and negative-marking rule for this specific cycle are fixed by the official notification — check it before you plan your attempt strategy.
How to Apply Online
- 1Applications for this cycle closed on 10 August 2026 (fee till 13 August) — the extended and final deadline announced by MPSC.
- 2If you applied, download your admit card from mpsc.gov.in before the 25 October 2026 preliminary examination and confirm your exam centre.
- 3Candidates who missed this window should watch the MPSC notice board for the next Group-C combined cycle; keep your MPSC profile registration up to date.
Books to Refer for This Exam
Standard titles that cover the syllabus above — pick one per subject rather than collecting many.
General KnowledgeLucent's Objective General KnowledgeLucent PublicationView on Amazon State-specific General KnowledgeState GKState-specific General KnowledgeArihant / LucentView on Amazon 
Quantitative AptitudeFast Track Objective ArithmeticRajesh Verma (Arihant)View on Amazon A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal ReasoningReasoningA Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal ReasoningR. S. AggarwalView on Amazon Current Affairs Yearly / Monthly CompilationCurrent AffairsCurrent Affairs Yearly / Monthly CompilationArihant / Pratiyogita DarpanView on Amazon 
Previous Year PapersPrevious Year Solved Papers & Practice SetsKiran / ArihantView on Amazon These are widely used titles for MPSC-level preparation. Links to Amazon.in are affiliate links — MyInternships.in may earn a small commission if you buy, at no extra cost to you. Always check that you are buying the latest edition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Was the Talathi Bharti 2026 last date extended?
Yes. MPSC extended the online application deadline from 5 August 2026 to 10 August 2026, and the online fee-payment window to 13 August 2026. MPSC stated this was the final extension, and the window is now closed.
When is the Talathi 2026 exam?
The MPSC Group-C Combined Preliminary Examination — through which the 1,539 Talathi posts are filled — is scheduled for 25 October 2026 in offline, OMR-based mode.
How many Talathi posts are there in 2026?
MPSC has included 1,539 Talathi (Gram Mahsul Adhikari) vacancies of the Revenue and Forest Department in the Group-C Services Combined Examination 2026.
What is the Talathi prelim exam pattern?
A single objective paper of 100 questions for 100 marks in one hour, in Marathi and English, covering Marathi, English, General Knowledge and Intelligence Test (25 questions each), with a negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
What is the last date to apply for Maharashtra Talathi Bharti 2026 (MPSC Group-C) — 1,539 Posts, Prelim 25 October?
The last date to submit the online application is 10 Aug 2026. Apply on mpsc.gov.in well before the deadline — government portals are usually overloaded on the final day.
How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?
MPSC has notified 1,539 vacancies. The post-wise and category-wise break-up is given in the official notification PDF.
What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates need Graduate from a recognised board or university. Exact subject and percentage requirements per post are listed in the notification.
What is the salary for this post?
₹25,500 – ₹81,100 — Pay Matrix S-8 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) plus DA, HRA and state allowances. Allowances such as DA, HRA and TA are payable over and above this as per the applicable rules.
Can candidates from other states apply?
The recruitment is for Maharashtra. Candidates from other states may apply where the notification permits, but reservation and age relaxation benefits usually apply only to domiciled candidates of Maharashtra — confirm in the official notification.
How should I prepare for the exam?
Start with the question-type table on this page to see exactly what each section asks, then work through previous-year papers. State Group-C written test rewards consistent practice more than last-minute reading — the recommended books listed above cover the full syllabus.
Disclaimer: MyInternships.in is an independent information portal and is not affiliated with Maharashtra Public Service Commission or any government body. The details above are reproduced from the official notification for information only. Always verify the current dates, vacancies and eligibility on mpsc.gov.in before applying or paying a fee.