MPSC State Service 2020 – Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released the admit card for MPSC State Service 2020 prelims exam. The preliminary stage exam of the State Service Exam is now scheduled to take place on October 11, 2020. The official notification regarding the same is available on this page. Candidates can get recent updates for MPSC State Service 2020 from mpsc.gov.in. The selection of candidates is done through the preliminary exam, main examination, and interview rounds. Get here complete information related to MPSC State Service 2020 including the application process, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, vacancies, and other information below.
Latest: Notice Regarding the change of sub-center at Satara district for MPSC State Service 2020 (prelims) has been released. Check below.
MPSC State Service 2020
Maharashtra Public Service Commission is carrying out MPSC State Service Exam as per the following schedule. Note all the important dates of MPSC State Service from here so as to not miss any event.
| MPSC State Service 2020 | Important Dates |
| MPSC State Service Notification | 23 Dec 2019 |
| Start date of application form | 23 Dec 2019 |
| Last date to submit application form | 13 Jan 2020 |
| Issuance of admit card for prelims | 28 Sep 2020 |
| MPSC State Service Pre-exam | 20 Sep 2020 |
| MPSC State Service Main exam | To be announced |
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MPSC State Services Preliminary Examination 2020 – Latest News
Notice Regarding MPSC State Services Preliminary Examination 2020
Notice Regarding change of sub-center at Satara district
MPSC has released a notice regarding change of sub-center at Satara district for MPSC State Service 2020 (prelims). Check official notice below.
MPSC State Service 2020 Admit Card
MPSC releases the admit card for MPSC State Service exam on the official website, mahampsc.mahaonline.gov.in. For downloading MPSC State Service admit card, candidates require username and password. MPSC releases call letters for preliminary examination, main examination and interview round separately. It is necessary for candidates to carry their MPSC State Service admit card on the examination centre. On the MPSC State Service hall ticket, the following details are mentioned –
- The name of the candidate
- Roll number
- Examination date and exam centre
- Important instructions for the exam, and much more.
MPSC State Service 2020 Exam Pattern
The examination pattern for MPSC State Service 2020 is given below.
Preliminary examination
- Language of the examination: Marathi and English language.
- Type of questions: Multiple choice questions.
| Subjects | Duration | Marks |
| Paper I | 02 hours | 200 marks |
| Paper 2 | 02 hours | 200 marks |
Main examination
- There are 06 compulsory papers for MPSC State Service Main examination.
- Each paper is conducted for 100 marks.
- The language of the examination is in Marathi and English only.
- Candidates have to answer the question in descriptive type. However, there will be some questions in objective type questions.
Preparation Tips for MPSC State Service Exam
One of the common questions that strike is ‘how to start the preparation?’ The dilemma of what books to refer to or what section to start with is something that can not be neglected. So, in this section, we will be discussing how candidates can prepare for MPSC State Service Exam.
- Prepare a study plan by dividing the MPSC State Service exam syllabus topics. Aspirants must start the sections wish they find easy. Try to practise these sections as
- Make short and easy notes that will help in quick revision before a few days of the examination. Use different formats such as graphs, flashcards, to make interesting and informative notes.
- Start the preparation for mains exam with or right after the preliminary exam.
- The questions of the mains paper are based on the Maharashtrian culture and other aspects of the state. Aspirants must focus on the reference books which helps to have an understanding of the topic.
Latest update on MPSC State Service 2020
Revised Exam Dates
MPSC has revised the exam dates of MPSC State Service 2020 preliminary examination. Now, the preliminary stage examination i scheduled to be held on October 11, 2020. Check official notice below.
Notice regarding Change in Choice of Centre
Maharashtra Public Service Commission has released a notice regarding the change of exam centre of State Services Preliminary Examination 2020 at the official website, mpsc.gov.in. Check the official notice below:
Corrigendum regarding changes in State Service Main Examination syllabus
Maharashtra Public Service Commission has released the corrigendum regarding changes in the State Service Main Examination syllabus. Refer to the image provided below.
Maharashtra Public Service Commission has released an announcement regarding the revised syllabus of State Service Main Examination July, 2020.
MPSC State Service 2020 Notification
The official notification for state service examination is now available. Candidates can take reference from the image given below to get the notification for MPSC State Service 2020.
MPSC State Service Exam 2020 Vacancies
This year, MPSC has released 200 posts for State Service. The total number of vacancies are further divided into various categories and post. Refer to the image below to get an idea about the distribution of vacancies for State Service.
MPSC State Service 2020 Selection Procedure
The selection of candidates for MPSC State Service 2020 is done through 03 stages – Preliminary, Main and Interview round. Know more about the selection procedure below:
- Preliminary examination: The preliminary examination serves as a screening test. Through this, candidates are shortlisted for the main examination.
- Main Examination: The main examination is conducted for 800 marks. Those who qualify MPSC State Service 2020 main examination are called for the interview round.
- Interview round: This is the last stage of the selection procedure. The personality test/ interview round is conducted for 100 marks.
MPSC State Service 2020 Result
After the commencement of the examination, candidates can check the result for preliminary examination online. The final result for MPSC State Service exam 2020 is declared after 03 stages – preliminary examination, main examination, and final result. The final result is declared after the interview round is conducted. The list of qualified candidates releases on the official website, mpsc.gov.in. Along with the result, MPSC releases the scorecard for State Service Examination. The link for downloading the MPSC State Service Scorecard activates for a stipulated time.
MPSC State Service 2020 Application Form
To apply for MPSC State service 2020, candidates have to send their applications online. The application form for MPSC State Service releases at mpsc.gov.in or mahampsc.mahaonline.gov.in. Get more details about the procedure the fill MPSC State Service 2020 application form below:
How to apply?
- Reach mahampsc.mahaonline.gov.in to create a user profile.
- After creating a profile, candidates have to use the provided username and password to login.
- Hereafter, click on ‘online application’ tab.
- Further, click on ‘click here to apply’ link.
- Fill the entire details aksed in MPSC State Service application form.
- Read the declaration before the submission of MPSC State Service application form.
- On the next screen, click on ‘pay now’ link.
- Submit the MPSC State Service application form 2020 after fee payment.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General Category | Rs.524/- |
| OBC/SC/ST | Rs.324/- |
Mode of payment
- MPSC provides facility to submit application fee through online and offline mode.
- To pay the fee through online mode, use debit card/ credit card/ NET banking.
- Candidates can pay the fee through challan and Civil Facilitation Centre (Maha-e-seva-kendra)
MPSC State Service 2020 Eligibility
Before candidates start filling the application form, they must read the eligibility criteria first. Refer to the image below to understand the requisite educational qualification, age limit for MPSC State Service exam.
Educational qualification
Age limit
About MPSC
Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) is a state-level commission of the state of Maharashtra. The commission was established under article 315 of the Indian constitution. It has its headquarters at Mumbai, Maharashtra. MPSC is entrusted with the responsibility for the selection of eligible candidates as officers for a civil service job. The commission works for the efficient functioning of the government of Maharashtra by providing suitable candidates for various government post.
Official Website: mpsc.gov.in
For more information about MPSC State Service 2020, Download Notification.
MPSC State Service 2020 Recruitment Frequently Asked Questions
Ans : The last date to submit MPSC state service application form is January 13, 2020.
Ans : MPSC has released total of 200 posts under MPSC State Service exam.
Ans : To get selected, you have to clear 03 stages (preliminary, main and interview round) in State Service Exam.
Ans : To apply, candidates must have a bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
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