The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released the Final Answer Key 2026 for the Commerce subject-related component of the Computer Based Common Screening Test for Assistant Professor (Commerce), Maharashtra Education Service Group-A, and Lecturer/Adhivyakhyata (Commerce), Maharashtra Education Service Group-B (College Branch). Both posts were advertised under Advertisement Numbers 114/2023 and 115/2023 respectively. The examination was conducted on 23 August 2026 and the final answer key was published on 22 September 2026 on the official MPSC website, mpsc.gov.in. The final key is arrived at after MPSC reviewed candidate objections submitted against the provisional key and obtained expert opinion on disputed questions.
Important Note: Two things every candidate must know about this final key. First, this is the definitive answer key – the answers given here are conclusive and will be used for the final evaluation of OMR sheets. No further representations, objections or correspondence regarding this answer key will be entertained by MPSC. Second, MPSC uses a Master Question Number system for CBT exams where candidates may have received differently ordered question sets. Candidates must match their Question ID with the Master Question Number in the PDF to correctly verify their answers. Using the wrong question number mapping will give incorrect results.
MPSC Final Answer Key 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) |
| Exam Name | Computer Based Common Screening Test for Assistant Professor (Commerce) Group-A and Lecturer (Commerce) Group-B |
| Posts Covered | Assistant Professor (Commerce) – Maharashtra Education Service Group-A; Lecturer (Adhivyakhyata) (Commerce) – Maharashtra Education Service Group-B (College Branch) |
| Advertisement Numbers | 114/2023 and 115/2023 |
| Subject Paper | Subject-related component – Commerce |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Examination Date | 23 August 2026 |
| Answer Key Type | Final Answer Key (revised after objection review and expert opinion) |
| Final Answer Key Released | 22 September 2026 |
| Official Website | mpsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | 23 August 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Published | Prior to 22 September 2026 |
| Candidate Objections Submitted | During provisional key objection window |
| Expert Opinion Obtained | After objection review |
| Final Answer Key Released | 22 September 2026 |
About the Posts: Advertisement No. 114/2023 and 115/2023
| Advertisement No. | Post | Service |
|---|---|---|
| 114/2023 | Assistant Professor (Commerce) | Maharashtra Education Service, Group-A |
| 115/2023 | Lecturer / Adhivyakhyata (Commerce) | Maharashtra Education Service, Group-B (College Branch) |
Both posts are in the education services sector in Maharashtra. The Computer Based Common Screening Test was a shared examination for both posts covering the Commerce subject. Candidates who applied for either or both posts under the same advertisement series appeared for this test.
How the MPSC Final Answer Key is Arrived At
MPSC follows a structured process before releasing the final answer key:
- After the examination, MPSC published the provisional answer key for candidates to review.
- Candidates submitted authenticated objections online against specific questions or answers in the provisional key.
- MPSC reviewed all valid objections and obtained expert opinion on disputed or challenged questions.
- Based on the review and expert inputs, MPSC revised the key where warranted (changing answers, deleting questions or retaining original answers) and compiled the final key.
- The final answer key released on 22 September 2026 is the outcome of this review process.
How to Download and Verify the MPSC Final Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official MPSC website, mpsc.gov.in.
- Go to the Answer Key or Recruitment section and look for the entry for Advertisement No. 114/2023 and 115/2023 (Assistant Professor and Lecturer Commerce, Final Answer Key).
- Download the Final Answer Key PDF.
- Open the PDF, which contains a Master Question Number-wise answer table for the 100 Commerce questions.
- Identify your Question ID from your exam and map it to the corresponding Master Question Number as indicated in the PDF or associated mapping document.
- Match your response for each question against the final key.
- Note any questions that have been cancelled or deleted – cancelled questions are typically not counted in the final score.
- Calculate your estimated score. Save the PDF for reference until the final result is declared.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- This is the final answer key. The answers given here will be treated as conclusive and will be used for the final evaluation of all answer sheets.
- MPSC will not consider any further representations, objections or correspondence regarding this answer key.
- Candidates must use the Master Question Number (not their individual question serial number) when cross-checking answers, as CBT exams randomise question order across candidates.
- Cancelled or deleted questions (if any) in the final key will not be counted, and all candidates who appeared will typically receive marks for those questions as per MPSC norms.
- The final result and merit list for Advt. No. 114/2023 and 115/2023 will be published on mpsc.gov.in once evaluation is complete.
MPSC Final Answer Key 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| MPSC Final Answer Key 2026 (Assistant Professor and Lecturer Commerce) | Click Here |
| MPSC Official Website | Click Here |
MPSC Final Answer Key 2026: FAQs
Q1. Has the MPSC Final Answer Key 2026 for Assistant Professor and Lecturer (Commerce) been released?
✅ Yes. MPSC released the final answer key for Advertisement No. 114/2023 (Assistant Professor Commerce Group-A) and 115/2023 (Lecturer Commerce Group-B) on 22 September 2026 on mpsc.gov.in.
Q2. When was the MPSC Assistant Professor and Lecturer (Commerce) exam held?
✅ The Computer Based Common Screening Test was held on 23 August 2026.
Q3. Which posts are covered by this MPSC final answer key?
✅ Two posts: Assistant Professor (Commerce), Maharashtra Education Service Group-A (Advt. No. 114/2023) and Lecturer/Adhivyakhyata (Commerce), Maharashtra Education Service Group-B College Branch (Advt. No. 115/2023).
Q4. Is this a provisional or final answer key?
✅ This is the final answer key, released after MPSC reviewed candidate objections and obtained expert opinion on disputed questions. No further objections or representations will be entertained.
Q5. How many questions are in the MPSC Commerce screening test?
✅ The subject-related component (Commerce) has 100 questions.
Q6. Can I still raise objections against the MPSC final answer key?
✅ No. The final answer key is conclusive. MPSC has clearly stated that no further representations or correspondence regarding this key will be entertained.
Q7. What is the Master Question Number system used by MPSC?
✅ In CBT exams, MPSC randomises the order of questions across candidates. The Master Question Number is the standardised question number in the official question bank. Candidates must map their individual Question IDs to the Master Question Number before comparing with the final answer key. This mapping is provided in the PDF or accompanying document released by MPSC.
Q8. When will the MPSC result for Assistant Professor and Lecturer (Commerce) be declared?
✅ The final result and merit list for Advt. No. 114/2023 and 115/2023 will be published on the official MPSC website after the final evaluation is complete. Candidates should check mpsc.gov.in regularly for updates.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official final answer key notice for Advertisement Numbers 114/2023 and 115/2023 published by the Maharashtra Public Service Commission on mpsc.gov.in on 22 September 2026. Candidates must download the official final answer key PDF directly from mpsc.gov.in and verify their answers using the Master Question Number mapping provided therein. JobShouter is not associated with MPSC. This article is for informational purposes only.
