MPSC State Services Exam 2014 Dates | Notification | Pattern

MPSC State Civil Services Examination differs from other MPSC exams. This assessment is a combined government entrance exam conducted for recruitment to various officer posts in Maharashtra state services. This examination covers different posts in various government offices in the state of Maharashtra. MSPC Rajyaseva pariksha as it is also known covers vacancies in Class I, Class II and Class III of the Maharashtra State Services.


Important Dates for MPSC State Services Exam 2014:


Apply online for preliminary exam on website :- www.mahaonline.gov.in from 17/12/2013 to 05/01/2014

Preliminary Exam Date:- 2nd February 2014

Main Exam Date:- 30th, 31st May and 1st June 2014


Following is a detailed list of services for which MPSC State Civil Services examination is conducted.

• Deputy Collector
• Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy.SP)
• Sales Tax Officer (STO)
• Sub-registrar Co-operative Societies
• Deputy Chief Executive Officer in Zilla Parishad
• Officer in Finance and Accounts Committee
• Chief Officer Municipal Corporation/Nagar Parishad
• Officer in Maharashtra State Excise Department
• Tehsildar
• Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO)
• Block Officer
• Block Development Officer (BDO)
• Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP)
• Education Officer
• Mantrayala Section Officer
• Taluka Inspector of Land Records (TILR)
• Nayab Tehsildar
• Assistant Commissioner of Police

Eligibility Criteria for MPSC State Civil Services Exam

• Age: The age limit for aspirants is as follows

e) Minimum age=  19 years
f) Maximum age= 33 years

• Age Relaxations: Age relaxation is as per the rules of the Government of Maharashtra.

1. Handicapped candidates=45 years
2. OBC candidates=35 years
3. SC/ST/NT candidates=38 years

• Educational Qualification:

i. Graduation in any discipline from recognized university.
ii. Good command over Marathi which is the local language of the state.

MPSC State Civil Services Exam Structure:

MPSC State Civil Services Exam structure is as follows

i) Preliminary Examination
ii) Main/ Written Examination
iii) Interview/ Personality test

Candidates are required to clear each stage of recruitment in order to be eligible for the above mentioned posts in Maharashtra State Civil Services.

How to apply for MPSC State Civil Services Examination

STEP 1    Visit MPSC official website.
STEP 2    If you are new user you are required to register.
STEP 3    On successful completion of registration you will receive Log ID and password.
STEP 4    Login into MPSC website using ID and password.
STEP 5    Fill in necessary details in your user profile.
STEP 6    Look up for MPSC Clerk Exam notification.
STEP 7    Click on the link MPSC Clerk exam online application.
STEP 8    Fill in exam details and select exam center
STEP 9    Note examination ID.
STEP 10    Take a printout of application form along with payment challan.
STEP 11    Make payment of application fee at SBI using payment challan.
STEP 12    Note transaction ID and date of transaction.
STEP 13    Login using your user ID and password
STEP 14    Enter transaction ID in online application form to complete application process.

MPSC State Services Exam Paper Pattern:


Paper I - (200 marks)

(1) Current events of state, national and international importance.
(2) History of India (with special reference to Maharashtra) and Indian National Movement.
(3) Maharashtra, India and World Geography - Physical, Social, Economic Geography of Maharashtra, India and the World.
(4) Maharashtra and India - Polity and Governance - Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Urban Governance, Public Policy, Rights issues, etc.
(5) Economic and Social Development - Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, etc.
(6) General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change-that do not require subject specialization.
(7) General Science.

Paper II - (200 marks)

1) Comprehension   
2) Interpersonal skills including communication skills.
3) Logical reasoning and analytical ability.
4) Decision - making and problem - solving.
5) General mental ability.
6) Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, orders of magnitude, etc.) (Class X level), Data interpretation(Charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency etc.- Class X level)
7) Marathi and English Language Comprehension skills (Class X/XII level).

Important Instructions:-

• Questions relating to Marathi and English Language Comprehension skill of Class X/XII level
• (Paper II) will be presented through passages from Marathi and English language without providing cross translation.
• Questions will be of both multiple choice and objective type.
• It is mandatory for the candidate to appear in both the Papers of State Services (Prelim) Examination for the purpose of evaluation. Therefore a candidate will be disqualified in case he / she does not appear in both the papers of State Services (Prelim) Examination.

MPSC Clerk Typist 2014 Exam Dates | Notification | Pattern

Clerk Typist form an important part of the administrative framework of the government. Present all levels of government Clerk typists are responsible for word processing and data entry as well are tasked with various clerical functions. Understanding the need for clerical staff at levels of functioning the Maharashtra Public Service Commission conducts MPSC Clerk Exam for aspirants wishing to join departments of Maharashtra government as clerk or clerk typist. The exam is conducted once and is a very essential for candidates wishing to apply for MPSC Clerk typist Recruitment 2013.

Important Dates for MPSC Clerk Typist Exam 2014:


Apply online on website https://mahampsc.mahaonline.gov.in from 31-05-2014 to 22-06-2014

Date of Exam:-  27th July 2014 (Sunday)

Eligibility for MPSC Clerk Exam

• Age: The age limit for aspirants is as follows

c) Minimum age= 18 years
d) Maximum age=38 years

• Age Relaxations: Age relaxation is as per the rules of the Government of Maharashtra.
• Educational Qualification:10+2 (Class12)/HSC from a recognized college or university
• Typing speed: 30 WPM in Marathi and 40 WPM in English.

How to Apply for MPSC Clerk Exam

Following is a step by step procedure for applying for MPSC Clerk Exam

STEP 1    Visit MPSC official website.
STEP 2    If you are new user you are required to register.
STEP 3    On successful completion of registration you will receive Log ID and password.
STEP 4    Login into MPSC website using ID and password.
STEP 5    Fill in necessary details in your user profile.
STEP 6    Look up for MPSC Clerk Exam notification.
STEP 7    Click on the link MPSC Clerk exam online application.
STEP 8    Fill in exam details and select exam center
STEP 9    Note examination ID.
STEP 10    Take a printout of application form along with payment challan.
STEP 11    Make payment of application fee at SBI using payment challan.
STEP 12    Note transaction ID and date of transaction.
STEP 13    Login using your user ID and password
STEP 14    Enter transaction ID in online application form to complete application process.

Procedure for Selection: The procedure of selection for MPSC Clerk Typist Recruitment consists of the following

• Written Test
• Typing Test

MPSC PSI 2014 Exam Dates | Notification | Pattern

PSI Exam of Maharashtra Public Service Commission is one of the most important of examinations conducted for appointments to the Services of the Government of Maharashtra and its allied organizations and departments. This exam is a ticket for young aspirants wishing to join the state police force as Police Sub Inspector. Modeled on the IPS exam MPSC PSI exam consists of main and preliminary test. Aspirants need to clear both main and preliminary exam in order to become eligible for MPSC Police Sub Inspector recruitment.

Important Dates for MPSC PSI Exam 2014:


 
 Date of Publication of Advertisement: February 2014
  • Preliminary Exam Dates:- 6th April 2014
  • Main Exam Date:- 27th July 2014

Eligibility for MPSC PSI Exam

• Age: The age limit for aspirants is as follows

a) Minimum age= 19 years
b) Maximum age=28 years

• Age Relaxations: Age relaxation is as per the rules of the Government of Maharashtra.
 

• Educational Qualification:-

1. Graduation in any stream from recognized university.
2. Good command over Marathi which is the official language of the state.
3. Final year students are also eligible to apply for MPSC PSI exam subject to the fact their final result is announced before the form submission for main exam.
• Physical Standard

For MEN

i. Chest: 79 cms
ii. Height: 165 cms

For WOMEN

A. Height: 157 cms

How to Apply for MPSC PSI Exam

Following is a step by step procedure for applying for MPSC PSI Exam

STEP 1    Visit MPSC official website.
STEP 2    New users are required to register on the website.
STEP 3    On successful completion of registration you will receive Log ID and password.
STEP 4    Login using ID and password.
STEP 5    Fill in necessary details in your user profile.
STEP 6    Look up for MPSC PSI Exam notification.
STEP 7    Click on the link MPSC PSI exam online application.
STEP 8    Fill in exam details and select exam center
STEP 9    Note examination ID.
STEP 10    Take a printout of application form along with payment challan.
STEP 11    Make payment of application fee at SBI using payment challan.
STEP 12    Note transaction ID and date of transaction.
STEP 13    Login using your user ID and password
STEP 14    Enter transaction ID in online application form to complete application process.

Procedure of Selection: The procedure of selection for MPSC PSI Recruitment consists of the following;

• Preliminary Examination
• Main Examination
• Physical Test
• Interview.

Subjects to be covered in MPSC PSI Exam:-

Following is a general list of subjects to be covered for the MPSC PSI preliminary and main examination.

Preliminary Exam:-

• Arithmetic
• Civics and Economics
• Current Affairs
• History
• India and World Geography
• General Science
• Social Reformers

Main Exam

• English
• Marathi
• General Knowledge and mental ability.
• Computer and Information Technology Act/Indian Penal Code (IPC)/Criminal Procedure Code (CrPc) and Indian Evidence Act.

Paper Pattern for MPSC PSI Exam 2014:


• First objective paper which comprises of Marathi and English which will be of 100 marks.
• Second objective paper of General Knowledge and reasoning will be of 100 marks.
• Candidates will be given one hour to complete the paper.

MPSC PSI Syllabus changes

Maharashtra Public Service Commission has made certain changes in the exam pattern and added four new topics to the existing syllabus. Following are recommended MPSC PSI syllabus changes:

• The first objective type paper which comprises of English and Hindi sections will consist of 100 marks instead of 200 marks.
• The second objective type paper will comprise of sections of General Knowledge and reasoning with 100 marks.
• Applicants will be given one hour to complete the paper.
• Basic acts like Computer and Information Technology Act/Indian Penal Code (IPC)/Criminal Procedure Code (CrPc) and Indian Evidence Act have been introduced.
• Questions related to acts will be objective type questions.