MPSC Assistant (Legal) Recruitment 2026: 14 Law Graduate Jobs in Maharashtra, Salary and How to Apply
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has invited online applications for 14 vacancies of Assistant (Legal), Group-B (Non-Gazetted) in the Law and Judiciary Department, Government of Maharashtra. The pay is Level S-15, Rs. 41,800 to Rs. 1,32,300 plus allowances. If you hold a law degree and want a stable state government job in a legal office, this is a post to take seriously.
The application window runs from 26 October 2026 (2 PM) to 16 November 2026 (11:59 PM). A degree in Law is the basic requirement, and a Master’s in Law gets preference. Selection is by interview. Read this guide fully, because GovtJobsAlert.in has pulled out the conditions that decide whether your form is accepted, and several of them are easy to miss. You can also browse more Maharashtra government jobs here.
What are the Key Highlights of MPSC Assistant (Legal) Recruitment 2026?
MPSC is the state’s recruiting commission and advertises this post on behalf of the Law and Judiciary Department. This is Advertisement No. 022/2026, dated 23 October 2026. The reference number is LJR-1926/Pra.Kra.111/2026/Jahirat.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) |
| Department | Law and Judiciary Department, Government of Maharashtra |
| Post | Assistant (Legal), Group-B (Non-Gazetted) |
| Total Vacancies | 14 |
| Pay | Level S-15: Rs. 41,800 – 1,32,300 plus allowances |
| Application Window | 26 October 2026 to 16 November 2026 |
| Mode | Online only |
| Job Location | Maharashtra (not specified further in the notification) |
How Many Vacancies are there in MPSC Assistant (Legal) 2026?
There is only one post, so the table below shows how the 14 seats are split by category. The total includes the seats reserved for women.
| Category | Seats | Of which for Women |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 3 | 1 |
| ST | 1 | 0 |
| VJ-A | 1 | 0 |
| NT-B | 0 | 0 |
| NT-C | 1 | 0 |
| NT-D | 0 | 0 |
| SBC | 0 | 0 |
| SEBC | 1 | 0 |
| EWS | 2 | 0 |
| OBC | 3 | 1 |
| Open (UR) | 2 | 0 |
| Total | 14 | 2 |
Two of the 14 posts are reserved for PwBD candidates, inside the total. One is for Deaf / Hard of Hearing and one is for Locomotor Disability, Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims and Muscular Dystrophy. Seats and reservation can change on Government instructions, and the Commission will publish any change on its website. The advertisement is also subject to the final High Court judgment on the SEBC Act of 26 February 2024.
What is the Eligibility for MPSC Assistant (Legal) 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Essential | Degree in Law from a statutory University, or a qualification the Government has declared equivalent |
| Preferred | Master’s Degree in Law, or an equivalent qualification declared by Government |
| Equivalent five-year courses | B.L.S.LL.B., B.B.A.LL.B., B.S.LL.B. and B.A.LL.B. |
The five-year courses count as equal to the LL.B. under a Law and Judiciary Department letter dated 18 October 2022. A Master’s in Law is only a preference, not a must. You must hold the qualification as on 16 November 2026, the last date to apply. There is no experience requirement in the notification. Candidates must be Indian citizens. See more law and judicial government jobs for similar posts.
Age Limit
Age is counted as on 1 February 2027. The minimum age is 18 years.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Open (UR) | 38 years |
| Backward Class, EWS and Orphan | 43 years |
| Meritorious Sportsperson (UR and Backward / EWS / Orphan) | 43 years |
| PwBD | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen and Emergency / Short Service Commissioned Officers | Length of military service plus 3 years |
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Only one age relaxation is allowed. If you qualify under more than one of backward class, PwBD, orphan or sportsperson, you get whichever is the highest, not a total of them all.
What is the Salary for MPSC Assistant (Legal) 2026?
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | S-15 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 41,800 – 1,32,300 |
| Allowances | As admissible under rules |
The notification gives the pay band and says allowances are paid as per rules. It does not list the individual allowances, so check the official notification for details instead of trusting any in-hand figure you see elsewhere.
What is the Selection Process for MPSC Assistant (Legal) 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Screening test | Only if there are too many applications; at the Commission’s discretion |
| Interview | Candidates scoring 41% or more are considered for recommendation |
| Document verification | Original certificates are checked |
Holding the qualification does not by itself get you an interview call. If there are too many applications, the Commission may limit the interview list on higher qualification or experience, or on other suitable criteria, or through a screening test. If a screening test is held, qualification and experience will not be relaxed, and its syllabus, medium, date and mode will be put up on the MPSC website. Recommendation then rests on the combined test and interview marks. Without a screening test, interview marks alone decide it. Ties are ranked as per the Commission’s press note of 12 September 2022. Selection follows the Assistant (Legal), Group-B Recruitment Rules of 3 July 2002, with the corrigendum of 2 July 2008. Prepare for the interview with our preparation strategy guide.
How to Apply Online for MPSC Assistant (Legal) 2026?
- Open the MPSC online application portal (link in Essential Links below) and register your profile, or sign in if you already have one.
- Update your existing profile if anything has changed.
- Complete the profile KYC, which is mandatory, in the separate window MPSC will announce.
- Fill in the application and upload your documents in PDF format, 50 KB to 500 KB each.
- Pay the exam fee through “Submit and Pay fees”, or the “Pay Now” link beside “Fees not Paid” under “My Account”.
- Stay logged in until “Payment Successful” appears and your receipt is generated.
Keep ready your proof of name, proof of age, law degree, and the certificates for any category you claim. An EWS certificate must be for FY 2026-27 and dated on or before 16 November 2026, and a Non-Creamy Layer certificate must be for FY 2026-27. PwBD candidates need a disability certificate plus a UDID card or enrolment number, and must validate their disability details on the Swavlamban portal in their profile first, or they cannot apply. Documents can also be shared through DigiLocker.
What are the Important Dates for MPSC Assistant (Legal) 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 23 October 2026 |
| Application opens | 26 October 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Last date to apply | 16 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last date to pay the fee | 19 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Age and qualification cut-off | 1 February 2027 (age) and 16 November 2026 (qualification) |
Submit your form by 16 November 2026. The fee deadline is three days later, but do not leave payment to the end, since an unpaid form is not complete.
What is the Application Fee for MPSC Assistant (Legal) 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Open (Unreserved) | Rs. 394 |
| Backward Class, EWS, Orphan and PwBD | Rs. 294 |
Bank charges and taxes are extra, and the fee is not refundable. Payment is online only by debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. The challan payment facility has been discontinued.
Which Conditions Can Cost You the MPSC Assistant (Legal) Post?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Original certificates | A candidate is not considered for recommendation or appointment if original certificates are not produced at verification |
| False information | Giving false information leads to disqualification |
| Reservation benefits | Available only to candidates ordinarily resident (domiciled) in Maharashtra |
| Women’s reservation | You must declare Maharashtra domicile to claim it |
| Domicile certificate | Needed if you claim women, backward class, EWS, sports, PwBD, orphan or ex-serviceman reservation |
| Mobile phones | Banned at the office, exam hall and interview |
| Unfair means | Handled under the Maharashtra Competitive Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 |
After appointment, you must pass the departmental examination and complete probation, or you may be terminated. You must also pass the Hindi and Marathi language exams unless already passed or exempted, and hold the computer proficiency certificate the Government has prescribed. Upload proof of Marathi knowledge if it applies to you.
MPSC Assistant (Legal) Essential Links 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for MPSC Assistant (Legal) Group B Recruitment 2026 – 14 Posts (Maharashtra Law & Judiciary Department, Apply Online)
- Visit MPSC Assistant (Legal) Group B Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Maharashtra Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you hold a law degree, meet the age limit and can arrange a valid EWS or Non-Creamy Layer certificate where it applies, do not wait for the last evening. Fix your KYC first and apply by 16 November 2026. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for updates, and see more law and judicial government jobs while you wait.