Mpcb Steno Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Mpcb for the post of Steno. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Document Verification (DV).
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Post / | 20 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Advisor | 20 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2022-10-19 |
| Archives | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Government Post / | 20 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Mpcb (Tender: General Governm | Refer Tender Notic | Rs. 12,022,020 | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Mpcb (Tender: General Governm | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Mpcb (Tender: General Governm | Refer Tender Notic | Rs. 12,022,020 | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Mpcb (Tender: General Governm | Refer Tender Notic | Rs. 12,022,020 | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Access the official MPCB recruitment portal, select the active Stenographer recruitment link, and complete the One-Time Registration by entering basic personal details to generate login credentials.
Log in with the registered credentials to fill out the comprehensive application form, specifying educational qualifications, stenography speeds, and preferred exam center locations across Maharashtra.
Upload scanned copies of required documents, including the SSC/HSC certificates, MSCE stenography and typing certificates, passport-size photograph, and signature, adhering strictly to the specified file dimensions.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using credit cards, debit cards, net banking, or UPI based on the candidate's social category.
Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the CBT and skill test admit cards.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Mpcb Steno 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) | 120 Marks, 90 Minutes | Marathi Language Grammar, English Language Vocabulary and Grammar, General Knowledge of Maharashtra, and Intellectual Test covering Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. |
| Stage 2: Shorthand and Typing Skill Test | 80 Marks, 40 Minutes | Dictation of a passage in Marathi or English at 80/100 words per minute, followed by computer-based transcription within the stipulated time limit. |
| Stage 3: Document Verification | Qualifying, 1 Day | Verification of original academic certificates, MSCE stenography certificates, caste validity, non-creamy layer certificates, and Maharashtra domicile proof. |
| Stage 4: Medical Examination and Merit List | Qualifying, Final Selection | Medical fitness evaluation by a district civil surgeon and compilation of the final merit list based on the combined scores of the CBT and Skill Test. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) recruits Stenographers under the Maharashtra Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2019, aligned with the 7th CPC. The post of Stenographer (Lower Grade) is placed in Pay Matrix Level S-14, featuring an entry basic pay of Rs. 38,600 with a pay band extending up to Rs. 1,22,800. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53%, the DA component amounts to Rs. 20,458. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities (like Mumbai) at 30% is Rs. 11,580, while Transport Allowance (TA) is calculated at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA, totaling Rs. 5,508. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 76,146. After mandatory deductions, including 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to Rs. 5,906 and Professional Tax of Rs. 200, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary stands at Rs. 70,040.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
MPCB strictly implements the reservation policies of the Government of Maharashtra and the General Administration Department (GAD). Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories: SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year relaxation, while OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates receive 3 years. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are entitled to a 10-year relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Women candidates benefit from a 30% horizontal reservation, and application fee concessions are applicable to reserved, EWS, and PwBD categories as per prevailing state government resolutions.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Mpcb Steno Recruitment
Candidates must possess a shorthand speed of at least 80 words per minute for Lower Grade Stenographer and 100 words per minute for Higher Grade Stenographer, certified by the MSCE.
No, there is no negative marking in the MPCB Stenographer CBT, but candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks to proceed to the shorthand skill test.
Yes, if the CBT is conducted in multiple shifts, MPCB will apply the standard equipercentile normalization method to ensure fair evaluation.
Selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be evaluated before confirmation.
Candidates can be posted at the MPCB Headquarters in Mumbai or any of its Regional Offices, Sub-Regional Offices, or Laboratories across Maharashtra.
Yes, proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing Marathi is mandatory, and candidates must have passed Matriculation with Marathi as one of the subjects.