Confirmed — the 100 questions/200 marks/no negative marking pattern is well corroborated across multiple sources, and the official portal is mahapariksha.gov.in / mahabhumi.gov.in. Here’s the post:
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Maharashtra Talathi Syllabus 2026 – Download Exam Pattern PDF for 1,539 Posts
By [Author Name] | Published: July 26, 2026 | Category: Syllabus
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) conducts the Talathi Bharti recruitment exam through a Computer Based Test (CBT) covering four subjects – Marathi, English, General Knowledge, and General Intelligence/Mathematics. This syllabus applies to the ongoing Talathi recruitment for 1,539 posts (part of the larger Maharashtra Group-C Combined Preliminary Examination 2026). Candidates preparing for this exam should study the complete subject-wise topics below to build an effective preparation strategy.
Important Note: The exam pattern details below – question count, total marks, duration, and no negative marking – are based on the previous Talathi exam cycle. The official 2026 notification may revise these figures, so candidates should confirm the final pattern once released.
Maharashtra Talathi Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) |
| Post Name | Talathi |
| Exam Mode | Online (CBT) |
| Selection Process | Written Examination + Document Verification |
| Subjects Covered | Marathi, English, General Knowledge, General Intelligence/Mathematics |
| Total Questions | 100 (as per previous exam pattern) |
| Total Marks | 200 (as per previous exam pattern) |
| Duration | 120 minutes (as per previous exam pattern) |
| Negative Marking | None (as per previous exam pattern) |
| Official Website | mahabhumi.gov.in |
Maharashtra Talathi Exam Pattern 2026 (Based on Previous Cycle)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marathi | 25 | 50 | 120 minutes (combined) |
| English | 25 | 50 | |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 50 | |
| General Intelligence / Mathematics | 25 | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
- The question paper consists of objective-type (MCQ) questions.
- Each correct answer carries 2 marks.
- There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
- Category-wise qualifying marks/minimum percentage are not specified in the available notification.
Maharashtra Talathi Syllabus 2026 – Subject-Wise Breakup
1. Marathi Language
Synonyms, Antonyms, Tense and types of tense, Types of words (Noun, Pronoun, Verb, Adjective, Adverb), Vibhakti (case/declension), Sandhi and types of Sandhi, idioms (म्हणी), meaning and use of phrases (वाक्प्रचार), one word substitution.
2. English Language
Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms, Proverbs, Tense & Kinds of Tense, Question Tag, Use of Proper Form of Verb, Spot the Error, Verbal Comprehension Passage, Spelling, Sentence Structure, One Word Substitution, Phrases.
3. General Knowledge
Work of social reformers in Maharashtra, information about India’s neighbouring countries.
Note: Additional General Knowledge topics are not specified in the official notification. Candidates are advised to also cover current affairs, Maharashtra history and geography, Indian polity, and general science as commonly asked in similar Maharashtra government exams, and confirm against the latest official notification once released.
4. Arithmetic / Mathematics
Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Time-Work-Speed related examples, Average, Currency, Units of measurement, Clock.
5. Reasoning / General Intelligence
Number series, Letter series, Identifying the odd word/number, Analogy (Numbers, Letters, Figures), Conclusion from statements, Venn diagrams.
How to Prepare for Maharashtra Talathi Exam 2026
- Start with the official syllabus and mark topics you are weak in before making a study timetable.
- Give extra time to Marathi grammar rules (Vibhakti, Sandhi, phrases), since this section is often scoring for native speakers but tricky in exact rules.
- Practice arithmetic topics like averages, time-work-speed, and simplification daily to build speed for the reasoning-heavy question style.
- Solve previous year Talathi question papers and take mock tests to get used to the CBT format and 120-minute time limit.
- Revise weak areas every week instead of only moving forward with new topics.
- Keep a separate short-notes file for Maharashtra-specific General Knowledge, such as social reformers and neighbouring countries of India, since these are directly listed in the syllabus.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Maharashtra Talathi Bharti Website | Click Here |
Note: A dedicated 2026 syllabus PDF was not confirmed as separately published; check the official website regularly for its release alongside the full exam notification.
Maharashtra Talathi Syllabus 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the Maharashtra Talathi Syllabus 2026?
✅ It covers Marathi, English, General Knowledge, Arithmetic/Mathematics, and General Intelligence/Reasoning.
Q2. What is the exam pattern for Maharashtra Talathi 2026?
✅ Based on the previous pattern: 100 objective-type questions worth 200 marks, completed in 120 minutes, with no negative marking. The official 2026 notification may revise these figures.
Q3. How many questions are asked in the Talathi exam?
✅ As per the previous exam pattern, 100 questions, divided into 25 each from Marathi, English, General Knowledge, and General Intelligence/Mathematics.
Q4. Where can I download the Maharashtra Talathi Syllabus PDF?
✅ From the official Talathi recruitment portal, mahabhumi.gov.in, once released alongside the full notification.
Q5. Is the Maharashtra Talathi syllabus the same as the MPSC syllabus?
✅ This is not confirmed in the official Talathi notification; candidates should refer to each exam’s own official syllabus rather than assume they’re identical.
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled based on the previous Maharashtra Talathi exam cycle and available official sources. As the complete 2026 syllabus and exam pattern notification is still pending, candidates are advised to verify all details directly on the official website, mahabhumi.gov.in, once released.
