The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) successfully conducted the Group B Preliminary Examination 2026 on Sunday, June 14, aiming to fill 552 government posts across the state. The examination was held in offline mode, utilizing the conventional pen-paper test format. This recruitment drive for 2026 targets filling vacancies in key departments of Maharashtra.
Examination Structure
The preliminary examination serves as the initial stage of the selection process. Candidates who clear this stage will advance in the recruitment cycle. The exam comprised 100 objective-type questions, each carrying one mark, for a total of 100 marks. A negative marking system is in place: 0.25 marks (one-fourth of a mark) are deducted for each incorrect answer. This marking scheme significantly influences the cut-off scores.
How to Download the MPSC Group B Answer Key 2026
Follow these steps to download the answer key from the official MPSC website:
- Visit the official MPSC website at mpsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the "Latest Updates" or "Answer Key" section on the homepage.
- Click on the link labeled "MPSC Group B Preliminary Exam Answer Key 2026".
- Download the answer key corresponding to your exam set, if multiple keys are available.
- Click on the "PDF" tab to view the answer key.
- Compare your answers with the key to estimate your score.
- Save the PDF file on your device for future reference.
- Print a hard copy if necessary.
Aspirants are advised to regularly check the official website for updates regarding the MPSC Group B answer key 2026.



