Overview
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released the State Services Main Examination Interview Schedule 2026 for candidates who qualified for the personality test stage. The notification provides interview-related details, including candidate-wise dates, reporting instructions and document verification requirements. The total number of posts covered by the recruitment has not been specified in the interview schedule notice.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) |
| Post Name | State Services Posts |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified in the interview schedule |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | mpsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
Candidates should verify their individual interview date and reporting time from the official schedule PDF. The commission may issue separate instructions or revisions through its website.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | As mentioned in the 2026 interview schedule PDF |
| Result Date | TBA |
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility conditions below relate to the State Services recruitment process. Candidates appearing for the interview must continue to satisfy all requirements mentioned in the original advertisement and should carry supporting certificates.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates are generally required to hold a bachelor’s degree from a university established by law or an equivalent recognised qualification.
- Applicants must have completed the prescribed qualification by the cut-off date given in the original recruitment notification.
- Candidates called for the interview must produce original degree certificates, mark sheets and other relevant educational records.
- Post-specific educational or professional requirements, where applicable, will be governed by the original advertisement.
Age Limit
- The minimum and maximum age limits vary depending on the service, post and category of the candidate.
- Age is calculated with reference to the cut-off date stated in the original State Services notification.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable to eligible reserved categories, persons with disabilities, ex-servicemen and other notified groups under Maharashtra government rules.
- Interview candidates should ensure that their date-of-birth proof matches the information submitted in the application.
Fees
- The application or examination fee is not mentioned in the interview schedule notice.
- Candidates are not normally required to pay a separate fee merely to download the interview schedule.
- Any fee paid during the original application process remains subject to the category-wise provisions of the recruitment advertisement.
Selection Process
The MPSC State Services selection procedure is generally conducted through the following three stages:
- Preliminary Examination: An objective screening examination used to shortlist eligible candidates for the Main Examination. Performance in this stage is ordinarily qualifying for advancement to the next stage.
- Main Examination: Candidates shortlisted through the preliminary stage appear for descriptive or prescribed written papers. Main Examination marks are considered in accordance with the applicable recruitment rules.
- Interview and Personality Test: Main-qualified candidates are called for an interview to assess their suitability, awareness, communication ability, judgement and overall personality. Final selection is prepared on the basis of marks and rules specified by MPSC.
How to Apply
The original application process has already been completed for candidates reaching the interview stage. Qualified candidates can download and check the schedule by following these steps:
- Visit the official MPSC website at mpsc.gov.in using a secure browser.
- Open the section for Latest Updates, Announcements, or Interview Schedules on the homepage.
- Find the notice titled State Services Main Examination Interview Schedule 2026.
- Click the relevant PDF link and allow the document to open in a new tab or download it to the device.
- Search the PDF using the candidate’s roll number, registration number or name, as provided in the schedule.
- Note the interview date, session, reporting time and venue carefully. Candidates should also check whether a separate call letter must be downloaded through their login.
- Print the schedule and interview letter for reference. Carry the required photographs, identity proof, original certificates and self-attested photocopies on the interview day.
- Reach the venue well before the reporting time. Candidates should continue monitoring the official website for corrections, postponements or revised instructions.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Has the MPSC State Services Interview Schedule 2026 been released?
Yes. MPSC has issued the interview schedule for candidates shortlisted through the State Services Main Examination. Candidate-wise details should be checked in the official PDF.
2. Where can candidates download the interview schedule?
The schedule can be downloaded from mpsc.gov.in under the latest announcements or interview schedule section.
3. What documents should be carried to the interview?
Candidates should carry their interview letter, government-issued photo identification, photographs, educational certificates, category certificates and any other documents required by MPSC.
