Mahakosh Recruitment 2026 — Official Vacancy Notification
Official recruitment notice issued by Mahakosh for the post of Administrative & Technical Staff Cadre. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Deputy Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Accountant | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Access the official Mahakosh or MPSC recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal, academic, and contact details to generate unique login credentials.
Log in with credentials to fill out the detailed application form, selecting the preferred cadre, post preferences, and specific exam center locations across Maharashtra districts.
Upload scanned copies of required documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, caste validity certificates, and passport-sized photographs, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format guidelines.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and print the system-generated payment receipt for future reference.
Monitor the portal for the release of the e-admit card, download it at least one week before the exam, and verify all printed details and exam center instructions.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Mahakosh N/A Recruitment 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 Test (CBT) Screening | 200 Marks, 120 Minutes | Marathi Language, English Language, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, Logical Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude |
| Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper | 100 Marks, 90 Minutes | Financial Accounting, Double Entry Bookkeeping, Maharashtra Treasury Rules, Audit Principles, Cost Accounting & Budgetary Control |
| Stage 3: Document Verification & Character Antecedents | Qualifying, No Marks | Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Caste Validity and Non-Creamy Layer Certificates, Domicile Verification, Character and Medical Fitness Certificates |
| Stage 4: Final Merit List & Allocation | Based on Cumulative CBT Score | Aggregate Score Compilation, Tie-Breaking Resolution, Category-wise Cutoff Application, District/Treasury Allocation |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The Mahakosh recruitment for the post of Junior Accounts Officer / Accountant falls under the S-10 Pay Matrix Level of the Maharashtra Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, which is aligned with the 7th Central Pay Commission. The entry-level basic pay is Rs. 29,200. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 15,476), the monthly compensation is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification: Class X (27% or Rs. 7,884), Class Y (18% or Rs. 5,256), and Class Z (9% or Rs. 2,628). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA for urban centers. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class X city stands at approximately Rs. 57,500. After statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% (Basic + DA) amounting to Rs. 4,468 and Professional Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 51,500.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
The recruitment strictly adheres to the statutory reservation policies of the Government of Maharashtra and DoPT guidelines. Vertical reservation is provided to Scheduled Castes (SC) with a 5-year age relaxation, Scheduled Tribes (ST) with 5 years, and Other Backward Classes (OBC) with a 3-year relaxation, subject to valid Non-Creamy Layer certification. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) are allocated a 10% vertical quota. Horizontal reservation applies to women (30%), sportspersons, and ex-servicemen. Women and reserved category candidates benefit from concessional application fees as per government norms.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Mahakosh N/A Recruitment
Candidates must secure a minimum of 45% aggregate marks in the Computer Based Test to be considered for the subsequent stages of the selection process, though actual cutoffs are higher based on vacancy ratios.
Yes, since the Computer Based Test is conducted across multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method is utilized to ensure equity and balance difficulty variations across shifts.
Selected candidates must execute a service undertaking or bond to serve the Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries, Maharashtra, for a minimum period of 3 years from their date of joining.
Newly appointed candidates undergo a mandatory probation period of 2 years, during which they must successfully pass the departmental accounts examination to secure confirmation in the cadre.
Candidates must possess a valid Domicile Certificate of Maharashtra and demonstrate proficiency in the Marathi language (read, write, and speak) to be eligible for this recruitment.
Selected candidates will be posted in various District Treasuries, Sub-Treasuries, or Joint Director offices of the Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries across the state of Maharashtra.