The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has added 1,539 vacancies for the post of Talathi (Village Revenue Officer/Gram Mahsul Adhikari), Group-C, under the Revenue & Forest Department, through a Corrigendum to Advertisement No. 017/2026 (originally dated 25 June 2026, corrigendum dated 22 July 2026). These posts are included within the larger Maharashtra Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Examination 2026. Eligible graduates can apply online, with the last date extended to 5 August 2026.
Important Note: Candidates who already applied under the original Advertisement No. 017/2026 do not need to apply separately for this Corrigendum – it only revises the total post count and adds newly received requisitions, including the Talathi vacancies.
MPSC Talathi Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) |
| Post Name | Talathi (Village Revenue Officer/Gram Mahsul Adhikari), Group-C |
| Department | Revenue & Forest Department |
| Exam Name | Maharashtra Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Examination 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 017/2026, dated 25 June 2026 (Corrigendum dated 22 July 2026) |
| Total Vacancies (Talathi) | 1,539 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 27 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Extended) | 5 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 25 October 2026 (Offline, OMR-based) |
| Official Website | mpsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 25 June 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 27 June 2026 |
| Corrigendum Date | 22 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Extended) | 5 August 2026 |
| Age Limit Reckoning Date | 5 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 25 October 2026 |
About This Recruitment
The Talathi post is one of several post categories within the Maharashtra Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Examination 2026, which originally covered 26,199 posts. Through this Corrigendum, MPSC has added 3,088 additional posts across multiple categories, of which 1,539 are for Talathi. Candidates do not need to apply separately if they’ve already applied under the original combined advertisement – the Talathi option is simply now available within the same application.
Vacancy Details
| S.No | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Talathi (Village Revenue Officer), Group-C | 1,539 |
Note: A detailed category-wise and district-wise vacancy breakup was not available in the sources reviewed for this article; it is expected in Annexure-1 of the official notification. Candidates should check the official MPSC website for the complete breakup.
Educational Qualification
Any Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Maharashtra.
Age Limit (as on 5 August 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Open/General | 18-38 years |
| Reserved Categories (OBC/SC/ST/NT, etc.) | Up to 43 years (5-year relaxation) |
Further relaxation applies for project-affected persons, persons with disabilities, and ex-servicemen, as per standard Government of Maharashtra norms.
Application Fee
| Category | Combined Preliminary Exam Fee |
|---|---|
| Open/General | Rs. 394 |
| Reserved Category/EWS/Orphan | Rs. 294 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Group-C posts only) | Rs. 44 |
Fee can be paid online (credit/debit card, net banking) via the MPSC portal, or offline via SBI challan. The fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process
- Maharashtra Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Examination (Offline, OMR-based)
- Main Examination, for candidates who qualify the Preliminary Exam
Required Documents
- Educational qualification certificates
- Caste/category certificate, if applicable
- Non-Creamy Layer certificate, if applicable
- Domicile certificate, if applicable
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- Ex-servicemen discharge certificate, if applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
How to Apply for MPSC Talathi Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official MPSC application portal: mpsc.gov.in.
- Register or log in to your existing profile.
- Complete the KYC process, if not already done.
- Fill in the online application form for the Talathi post (or confirm your existing Combined Exam application includes it).
- Upload required documents in the specified format and size.
- Pay the application fee online or via SBI challan.
- Submit the application before 5 August 2026.
Important Instructions
- The application fee is non-refundable.
- Complete KYC verification well before the last date to avoid last-minute issues.
- Your correspondence address determines the exam centre allotted.
- Carry a valid original photo ID to the exam centre.
- Electronic devices, including mobile phones, are prohibited inside the exam centre.
- Candidates who already applied under the original Advt No. 017/2026 need not reapply separately for Talathi.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official MPSC Website (Apply Online) | Click Here |
Note: The direct notification/corrigendum PDF could not be confirmed as hosted on the mpsc.gov.in domain itself at the time of writing. Candidates should download it from the official MPSC website’s notification section rather than third-party mirror links.
MPSC Talathi Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there for MPSC Talathi Recruitment 2026?
✅ 1,539 vacancies for the Talathi (Village Revenue Officer) post.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for MPSC Talathi Recruitment 2026?
✅ 5 August 2026 (extended from the original schedule).
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
✅ Any Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Maharashtra Government.
Q4. When is the MPSC Talathi Preliminary Exam 2026?
✅ 25 October 2026, in offline OMR-based mode.
Q5. What is the application fee?
✅ Rs. 394 (Open), Rs. 294 (Reserved/EWS/Orphan), and Rs. 44 (Ex-servicemen, Group-C posts).
Q6. Which department is recruiting for the Talathi post?
✅ The Revenue & Forest Department, Government of Maharashtra.
Q7. Do I need to apply separately if I already applied under the original Advt No. 017/2026?
✅ No. The Corrigendum only revises the post count; existing applicants need not reapply separately.
Q8. Is the Talathi exam separate from the MPSC Group-C Combined Exam?
✅ No. It is included as one of the post categories within the Maharashtra Group-C Services Combined Preliminary Examination 2026.
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled from the official notification and corrigendum issued by the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) under Advertisement No. 017/2026. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details, especially the exact vacancy breakup and current deadlines, directly on the official website, mpsc.gov.in, before applying.
