The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has outlined the syllabus for the Group C Services Combined Preliminary and Main Examinations 2025. This comprehensive guide provides an overview of the subjects, exam patterns, and preparation strategies to help candidates excel in the recruitment process.
Exam Overview
| Stage | Type | Marks | Duration | Mode |
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| Preliminary Exam | Objective (MCQs) | 100 | 60 minutes | Online |
| Main Exam – Paper I | Objective (MCQs) | 100 | 60 minutes | Offline |
| Main Exam – Paper II | Objective (MCQs) | 200 | 120 minutes | Offline |
| Typing Test | Skill-based | Qualifying | Varies | Offline |
MPSC Group C Prelims Exam Pattern
The Preliminary Examination serves as a screening test and includes:
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Total Questions: 100
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Total Marks: 100
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Duration: 60 minutes
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Question Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
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Medium: English and Marathi
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Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
| Subject | Exam Type | Medium | No of Questions | Max Marks To Score | Standard | Time Duration |
| General Awareness | Objective Type | English or Marathi | 100 | 100 | Degree | 1Hr |
MPSC Group C Mains Exam Pattern
Paper I: Common for All Posts
| Subject | Marks | Duration | Medium |
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| Marathi | 60 | 60 minutes | Marathi |
| English | 40 | 60 minutes | English |
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Total Marks: 100
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Total Duration: 1 hour
Paper II: Post-Specific Subjects
| Post Name | Marks | Duration | Medium |
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| Clerk-Typist | 100 | 1 hour | Marathi & English |
| Tax Assistant | 100 | 1 hour | Marathi & English |
| Industry Inspector | 100 | 1 hour | Marathi & English |
| Technical Assistant | 100 | 1 hour | Marathi & English |
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Total Marks: 200
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Total Duration: 2 hours
Note: Paper II is tailored to the specific requirements of each post, assessing relevant knowledge and skills.
MPSC Group C Prelims / Mains Syllabus 2025
MPSC Group C Prelims Syllabus 2025
The Preliminary Examination assesses general knowledge and reasoning abilities. The syllabus includes:
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General Knowledge: History of India and Maharashtra, Geography, Economy, Polity, Science & Technology, Environment, and Current Affairs.
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Marathi Language: Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Structure, Idioms & Phrases, and Comprehension.
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English Language: Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Structure, Idioms & Phrases, and Comprehension.
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General Aptitude: Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability, and Basic Arithmetic.
MPSC Group C Mains Syllabus
Paper I: Common for All Posts
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Marathi Language: Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Structure, Idioms & Phrases, and Comprehension.
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English Language: Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Structure, Idioms & Phrases, and Comprehension.
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General Knowledge: Current Affairs, Science & Technology, Environment, and Social Issues.
Paper II: Post-Specific Subjects
The syllabus for Paper II varies based on the post applied for. Below are the details for each post:
1. Clerk-Typist
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General Knowledge: History, Geography, Civics, and Current Affairs.
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Intelligence Test: Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability.
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Mathematics: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, and Statistics.
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General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Environment.
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Information Technology: Basic Computer Knowledge and Applications.
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Right to Information Act, 2005: Provisions and Implementation.
2. Tax Assistant
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General Knowledge: History, Geography, Civics, and Current Affairs.
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Intelligence Test: Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability.
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Mathematics: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, and Statistics.
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General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Environment.
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Bookkeeping and Accounting: Basic Principles, Financial Statements, and Bank Reconciliation.
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Economic Reforms and Laws: Liberalization, GST, and Economic Policies.
3. Industry Inspector
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General Knowledge: History, Geography, Civics, and Current Affairs.
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Intelligence Test: Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability.
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Mathematics: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, and Statistics.
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General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Environment.
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Industrial Policies and Acts: Industrial Development, Factories Act, and Industrial Facilitation.
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Computer and Information Technology: Basics of Computers, Networking, and Cyber Security.
4. Technical Assistant
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General Knowledge: History, Geography, Civics, and Current Affairs.
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Intelligence Test: Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability.
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Mathematics: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, and Statistics.
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General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Environment.
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Insurance Knowledge: Concepts, Terminology, and Regulatory Authority.
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Information Technology: Basics of Computers, Networking, and Cyber Security.
Typing Test (For Clerk-Typist & Tax Assistant)
Candidates applying for the Clerk-Typist and Tax Assistant posts are required to undergo a typing test. The proficiency standards are:
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Clerk-Typist: Marathi typing speed of at least 30 words per minute or English typing speed of at least 40 words per minute.
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Tax Assistant: Marathi typing speed of at least 30 words per minute and English typing speed of at least 40 words per minute.
