MAHAGST Recruitment Dossier

At Glance

Official gazetted recruitment notification for At Glance administered by MAHAGST Authority (Goa).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MAHAGST Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Goa

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

Related Active Openings under MAHAGST

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Area Advisors	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Area Non Local	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-05-20
Area Officers	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-12-30
At Iist	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by MAHAGST

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pr Trz Muz Bsptcl 2026 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pr Trz Patna 2025 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pr Trz Patna 2026 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
01 Pr Trz Muz Bsptcl 2024 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for At Glance?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MAHAGST Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain mahagst.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official MPSC or MAHAGST recruitment portal to initiate One-Time Registration (OTR) by filling in personal, academic, and contact details to generate a unique candidate profile.

Log in with credentials to upload scanned copies of passport-sized photographs, signatures, caste certificates, and domicile documents in the prescribed JPEG/PDF formats and sizes.

Select the active recruitment notification for MAHAGST cadres, verify eligibility criteria, and choose preferred examination centers across Maharashtra before submitting the application form.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via credit/debit cards, net banking, or UPI, ensuring to download and print the transaction receipt for future reference.

Download the digitally generated admit card from the portal approximately ten days prior to the examination date, verifying the venue, timing, and exam-day instructions.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for At Glance is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Screening	100 Marks, 60 Minutes	General Awareness, Maharashtra History and Geography, Mental Ability, and Current Affairs.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	400 Marks, 3 Hours	GST Act, Income Tax, Accountancy, Financial Administration, and Indian Economy.
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical	Qualifying	Verification of original academic transcripts, caste validity, non-creamy layer certificates, and standard physical fitness assessment.
Stage 4: Merit List	Final Ranking	Cumulative score evaluation of Mains exam, application of reservation quotas, and final allocation of administrative posts.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The MAHAGST State Tax Inspector and Officer cadres are structured under the S-14 and S-15 Pay Levels of the Maharashtra Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, which are closely aligned with the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) recommendations. For an S-14 entry-level post, the basic pay starts at Rs. 38,600. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 20,458), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities like Mumbai at 30% (Rs. 11,580), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 5,508 (including DA on TA), the Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately Rs. 76,146. After mandatory statutory deductions, including 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to Rs. 5,906 and Professional Tax of Rs. 200, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited officer is approximately Rs. 70,040, offering a highly competitive and secure financial package.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) and Maharashtra State Government guidelines, the recruitment enforces a strict vertical and horizontal reservation policy. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Women candidates receive a 30% horizontal reservation, alongside fee concessions for reserved categories, ensuring equitable representation across all administrative cadres in the MAHAGST department.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — At Glance

How are the category-wise cutoff marks determined for the MAHAGST exam?

Cutoff marks are calculated dynamically based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the question papers, and the aggregate performance of candidates across different reservation categories.

Is there a normalization process applied to the multi-shift exam scores?

Yes, a standard equipercentile normalization method is applied to multi-shift computer-based tests to eliminate any variation in difficulty levels across different sessions.

Is there a service bond or indemnity agreement required upon selection?

Selected candidates must execute a service bond agreeing to serve the MAHAGST department for a minimum period of three years, failing which they must pay a specified indemnity amount.

What is the duration and nature of the probation period for new recruits?

Newly appointed officers undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which includes foundational training at the state academy and departmental examinations.

Does the syllabus include regional language proficiency tests?

Yes, proficiency in Marathi is mandatory. The Mains examination includes a dedicated section or qualifying paper to evaluate the candidate's written and spoken Marathi skills.

Where will the selected candidates be posted within Maharashtra?

Initial postings are generally allocated across various divisional and circle offices of the MAHAGST department, with major hubs in Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, and Thane.