descriptionOverview & Important Gazette Circular Highlights
Maharashtra State Police Department (MahaPolice) has officially published the recruitment notification for 17,471 vacancies under advertisement reference MahaPolice Advt 01/2026. Candidates can submit their application form from 2026-08-20 to 2026-10-12. Read below for eligibility conditions, category-wise fee details, step-by-step application instructions, and 100% verified direct official links.
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⚠️ Note: Application fee is non-refundable once submitted. Please verify eligibility before payment.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits / पात्रता एवं आयु सीमा
🎓 Educational Qualification
Passed 12th Standard Examination (HSC) from Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education or recognized equivalent. For Police Driver post, a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV-TR) driving license is compulsory. Candidates must possess knowledge of the Marathi language.
18 to 28 Years for Open Category candidates. For Driver posts: 19 to 28 Years.
Category Relaxation: Backward Class candidates (SC/ST/VJNT/OBC/SBC/EWS): Up to 33 Years. Home Guards & Ex-Servicemen receive age relaxation as per Maharashtra Government rules.
💰 Pay Scale & Salary
S-7 Pay Matrix (Rs. 21,700 - 69,100/-) plus Special Police Allowance, Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, Washing allowance, and Free Transport pass as per Maharashtra Civil Services.
📝 Selection Process
Stage 1: Physical Efficiency Test (PET - 50 Marks: Male: 1600m Run 20 marks, 100m Run 15 marks, Shot Put 15 marks. Female: 800m Run 20 marks, 100m Run 15 marks, Shot Put 15 marks. Minimum 50% marks required to qualify)
Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST - Height & Chest verification)
Stage 3: Written Examination (100 Marks, 100 MCQs, 90 Minutes, Marathi language, covering GK, Mathematics, Reasoning & Marathi Grammar)
Stage 4: Driving Skill Test (50 Marks qualifying - Only for Police Driver candidates)
Stage 5: Document Scrutiny, Character Verification & Final Combined Merit List
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Vacancy Details & Post Breakdown / पद विवरण
Total: 17,471 Posts
Post Name / पद का नाम
Total Posts
Eligibility Qualification
Age Limit
Police Constable (Police Sipahi / पोलिस शिपाई)
9,595
12th Standard (HSC) passed from recognized board
18-28 Years
State Reserve Police Force (SRPF Armed Constable / एस.आर.पी.एफ. सशस्त्र पोलिस शिपाई)
4,124
12th Standard (HSC) pass (Male candidates only)
18-28 Years
Police Constable Driver (पोलिस शिपाई चालक)
1,686
12th Pass + Valid LMV / TR Driving License
19-28 Years
Jail Constable & Bandsman (कारागृह शिपाई व बँड्समन)
2,066
10th/12th Pass with relevant trade proficiency
18-28 Years
📝 How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide / आवेदन कैसे करें
Visit the authorized Maharashtra Police recruitment portal at policerecruitment2024.mahait.org.
Click on 'New Registration' and fill your personal credentials, mobile number, and email ID.
Log in using your registered User ID and Password.
Select the Unit / District Police Commissionerate / SP Office you wish to apply for.
Fill academic qualifications, caste category details, and Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate details where applicable.
Upload scanned photograph (format JPG, size 5KB to 20KB) and signature.
Submit the application fee online through the payment gateway and save the generated application PDF.
⚠️ Candidate Advisory: Do NOT share your login credentials, OTP, or registration password with any third-party cyber cafes or unverified agents. Always submit the form directly from the official portal.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Maharashtra Police Bharti (अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल)
Can a candidate apply for multiple police units or posts in Maharashtra Police Bharti?
A candidate can apply for different posts (e.g., Police Constable in one unit and Driver in another), but cannot submit duplicate applications for the same post within the same Police Commissionerate / District.
Is Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate mandatory for OBC/VJNT/EWS categories in Maharashtra?
Yes. Candidates belonging to VJ-A, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D, OBC, and SBC categories must hold a valid Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate valid for the financial year of recruitment.
What are the minimum qualifying marks in the Maharashtra Police Physical Test (PET)?
Candidates must score at least 50% marks (25 marks out of 50) in the Physical Efficiency Test to be eligible for selection in the ratio of 1:10 for the written examination.