The MPSC Group B preliminary examination 2026 was conducted across Maharashtra on June 14 to fill 552 vacancies in key government departments. With the exam now over, candidates review the issued question papers and answer keys to estimate their marks. The recruitment process is now moving to a critical phase as the aspirants await further announcements from the committee.
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) conducted the Group B preliminary exam for 2026 on Sunday, June 14 for recruitment to 552 government posts across the state.
The test was administered offline, and traditional pen and paper testing was the method of administering the test. The 2026 recruitment drive aims to fill 552 vacancies in important departments in Maharashtra.The initial screening is the first stage of the selection process. Candidates who pass this stage will advance into the recruitment cycle. The preliminary exam consists of 100 objective questions carrying a total score of 100.
Each correct answer was awarded one point.The committee also followed a negative marking system. 0.25 marks, i.e. a quarter of the marks, will be deducted from the candidate’s score for each wrong answer. The labeling system likely plays an important role in identifying lots.
MPSC Group B 2026 Answer Key: Steps to Download
The following procedure can be followed to download the MPSC Group B 2026 answer key through the official website of MPSC:
- Visit the official website of Maharashtra Public Service Commission, mpsc.gov.in.
- Go to the “Latest Updates” or “Answer Key” page on the site’s home page.
- Click on “MPSC Group B 2026 Preliminary Exam Answer Key”.
- Download the answer key that corresponds to your test set, if you have more than one answer key.
- Click the “PDF” tab to view the answer key.
- Compare answers to your answer sheet to estimate scores.
- Save the downloaded PDF file to your device for future use.
- Print the answer key if necessary.
Aspirants are advised to follow the official website for latest updates related to MPSC Group B 2026 Answer Key.