MAHARASHTRASRPF Recruitment Dossier

Candidate Passed in Trade Written Examination and BOAT

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Candidate Passed in Trade Written Examination and BOAT administered by MAHARASHTRASRPF Authority (Chandigarh).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MAHARASHTRASRPF Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-14 Posting Jurisdiction: Chandigarh

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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

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pre Bid Meeting April 4 Hrs to 16 30 Hrs Ist Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting Dated 21 2 2017 Addendum Clarifications Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting RFP Published for Civil and Interior	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement of Hospital Medicine	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 Candidate Passed in Trade Written Examination and BOAT?

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 2026-08-14. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MAHARASHTRASRPF Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Maharashtra SRPF recruitment portal, select the active registration link for Trade/BOAT qualified candidates, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal credentials.

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring all academic, trade certificate, and BOAT apprenticeship details are accurately entered in the respective fields.

Upload scanned copies of required documents, including the Trade Written Exam scorecard, BOAT certificate, category certificate, passport-sized photograph, and signature, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format.

Proceed to the secure payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the official admit card and subsequent physical/trade verification schedule.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Candidate Passed in Trade Written Examination and BOAT 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: Trade Practical and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)	100 Marks / 2 Hours	Trade-specific practical skills, physical endurance, running, long jump, and equipment handling proficiency.
Stage 2: Written Examination (Trade-Specific)	100 Marks / 90 Minutes	General Knowledge, Mathematics, Intelligence Test, Marathi Grammar, and Trade-related technical theory questions.
Stage 3: Document Verification & BOAT Certificate Validation	Qualifying / No Marks	Verification of original academic transcripts, Trade Written Exam certificates, BOAT apprenticeship credentials, and caste validity.
Stage 4: Medical Examination & Final Merit List	Qualifying / No Marks	Standard medical fitness tests, visual acuity, hearing checks, and compilation of the final merit list based on aggregate scores.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post for candidates who have cleared the Trade Written Examination and BOAT (Board of Apprenticeship Training) under the Maharashtra State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) corresponds to Maharashtra State Pay Matrix Level S-6 (equivalent to 7th CPC Pay Level 2). The entry-level basic pay is Rs. 19,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 10,547), House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated at 30% for Class X cities (Rs. 5,970), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 1,350 plus DA (Rs. 2,065), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 38,482. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 3,045) and Professional Tax (Rs. 200), the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 35,237. This structure ensures competitive compensation aligned with state government regulations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment under the Maharashtra SRPF adheres strictly to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) and the Government of Maharashtra. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC). Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, women candidates benefit from fee concessions and horizontal reservations as per prevailing state government directives.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Candidate Passed in Trade Written E

What is the significance of the BOAT certificate in this recruitment?

The Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT) certificate validates that the candidate has completed the mandatory practical apprenticeship, making them eligible for the trade-specific technical posts in the SRPF.

Is there any negative marking in the Trade Written Examination?

No, there is typically no negative marking in the Maharashtra SRPF Trade Written Examination, but candidates must secure the minimum qualifying cutoff of 35% (33% for reserved categories).

What is the probation period for selected candidates?

Selected candidates undergo a mandatory probation and training period of 2 years, during which their performance, conduct, and trade-specific efficiency are closely monitored before confirmation.

Will there be normalization of marks across different shifts?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method will be applied to ensure equity and fairness in the final merit list.

Are candidates required to sign a service bond upon selection?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond agreeing to serve the Maharashtra SRPF for a minimum period of 5 years, failing which they must refund the training costs.

Where will the initial posting of selected candidates be?

Initial postings will be across various SRPF Groups (Armed Police Outposts) within the state of Maharashtra, depending on the vacancies and administrative requirements of the department.