MPSC Group B State Tax Inspector, Police Sub-Inspector and ASO Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 552 Posts

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has officially announced the Group B Combined Pre-Examination 2026, inviting applications from eligible Indian graduates for 552 vacancies across three key government positions — Assistant Section Officer (ASO), State Tax Inspector, and Police Sub-Inspector. This is a golden opportunity for job seekers across Maharashtra who aspire to serve in a reputed state government role. The MPSC Group B Recruitment 2026 stands out because a single Combined Preliminary Examination (Samyukt Purva Pariksha) serves as the gateway to all three posts. This means candidates need to sit for just one pre-exam to become eligible for the main examinations of their desired post, making the process both efficient and candidate-friendly. The recruitment covers a wide range of administrative, financial, and law enforcement responsibilities. The Assistant Section Officer role falls under the Maharashtra Public Service Commission itself, requiring strong administrative and clerical abilities. The State Tax Inspector post is ideal for candidates interested in taxation, audit, and revenue work under Maharashtra's Finance Department. The Police Sub-Inspector position, which carries the largest share of vacancies (310 posts), suits candidates with physical fitness, leadership qualities, and a desire to contribute to law and order in the state. Graduates from any statutory university are eligible to apply, provided they also have a working knowledge of the Marathi language. Final-year students are also permitted to apply for the Combined Pre-Examination, though they must have completed their degree before the main examination application deadline. The application process is fully online through the official MPSC portal at mpsconline.gov.in. Candidates must complete their KYC verification on the portal before submitting the application. The preliminary examination is scheduled for 14 June 2026 and will be held at 37 district examination centres spread across Maharashtra. In terms of salary, the ASO post comes with Pay Band S-16 (Rs. 48,900 – Rs. 1,42,400 per month), while State Tax Inspector and Police Sub-Inspector posts fall under Pay Band S-14 (Rs. 38,600 – Rs. 1,22,800 per month), both with additional government allowances. The selection process is transparent and merit-based. All candidates go through the Combined Pre-Examination first, followed by post-specific Main Examinations. Police Sub-Inspector aspirants additionally face a Physical Endurance Test carrying 100 marks, with a minimum qualifying score of 60 marks required. Final merit for the PSI post is calculated based on combined marks from the Main Exam and Physical Test. With a last date of 30 April 2026 for online applications, candidates are advised not to wait until the final days. Reserved category candidates should keep all relevant certificates ready — including caste certificates, non-creamy layer certificates, EWS certificates (for 2025–26 or 2026–27), UDID cards for Divyang applicants, and Sports Quota documents where applicable. This MPSC Group B Recruitment 2026 is one of the most significant state-level government job notifications in Maharashtra this year. If you are a graduate looking for a stable, well-paying, and respected government job in Maharashtra, this is your chance to take the first step.