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Government jobS-12: 32,000–1,01,600Group CNon‑gazetted

Sub-Inspector, State Excise (Maharashtra)

दुय्यम निरीक्षक, राज्य उत्पादन शुल्क (महाराष्ट्र)

Uniformed Group C post via MPSC in Maharashtra State Excise — liquor licence checks and raids on illicit liquor.

State Excise Department, Home Department, Government of Maharashtra · state government

Exam
MPSC Combined Group C
Qualification
Graduate
Age limit
18–38 years
Transfers
Within the state
Work hours
Irregular; night raids and extra duty around elections and festivals
Probation
2 years, including departmental training

Pay scale

S-12: 32,000–1,01,600

Starting basic ₹32,000. HRA and other state allowances are added on top as per Maharashtra rules.

What you will actually do

  • Inspecting liquor shops, bars, distilleries and warehouses for licence compliance
  • Raiding illicit liquor manufacture, sale and transport
  • Registering offences under the Maharashtra Prohibition Act and prosecuting them
  • Supervising excise duty collection and stock at manufacturing units
  • Manning check posts and flying squads

A typical day

On regular days you inspect licensed premises, check stock registers and labels, and work on case papers for pending prosecutions. Raids happen on information, often at night and in out-of-the-way places where hooch is brewed or smuggled liquor is moved. Before elections and dry days the workload jumps. When posted at a distillery you supervise production and dispatch in shifts.

Stress3/5
CalmIntense
Public dealing3/5
LittleConstant
Field work5/5
DeskOutdoors

Promotion path

Timelines are ranges and vary by cadre. See how promotions and MACP work.

  1. Sub-Inspector, State Excise (Maharashtra) (joining)

    S-12: 32,000–1,01,600

  2. Inspector, State Excise

    8–12 years · via dpc

  3. Deputy Superintendent, State Excise

    Further 8–12 years · via dpc

Promotion timelines vary by cadre and vacancies. If not promoted, MACP gives a pay upgrade after 10, 20 and 30 years.

How to get in

MPSC Combined Group CUsually once a year

Maharashtra Public Service Commission

  1. 1.Combined preliminary examination
  2. 2.Main examination
  3. 3.Physical standards check

Eligibility: Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university, plus working knowledge of Marathi. Age 18–38. Reserved categories, sportspersons, ex-servicemen and others get relaxation under Maharashtra government rules (usually up to 43 for backward classes); check the advertisement.

Physical standards: Men: height at least 165 cm, chest 79 cm with 5 cm expansion. Women: height at least 155 cm, weight 50 kg. Check the advertisement for exact standards.

The good

  • Highest scale among MPSC Group C posts
  • Uniformed enforcement role with shorter hours than police
  • Clear promotion to Inspector

The hard parts

  • Night raids carry physical risk
  • Postings across the state
  • Small department, so few vacancies

Postings

Posted to district excise offices, flying squads, check posts and manufacturing units anywhere in Maharashtra.

State government job securityRetirement benefits under the state's pension rules in force when you joinMedical reimbursement under state rulesLeave and travel benefits as per Maharashtra Civil Services rulesUniform allowance

Questions people ask

What is the qualification and age limit for Sub-Inspector, State Excise (Maharashtra)?+

Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university, plus working knowledge of Marathi. Age: 18–38 years. Relaxation: Reserved categories, sportspersons, ex-servicemen and others get relaxation under Maharashtra government rules (usually up to 43 for backward classes); check the advertisement.

Which exam do I need to clear for Sub-Inspector, State Excise (Maharashtra)?+

MPSC Combined Group C (Maharashtra Public Service Commission).

Is this a police job?+

No. State Excise is a separate uniformed department that regulates liquor and enforces prohibition law. Its officers have powers of search, seizure and arrest for excise offences.

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Books to prepare for MPSC Combined Group C

  • Indian Polity (Marathi edition) Marathi

    M. Laxmikanth

    The Marathi translation of the standard polity book.

    See on Amazon

  • Adhunik Bharatacha Itihas Marathi

    B.L. Grover and N.K. Belhekar (S. Chand)

    Modern Indian history in Marathi, the usual choice for Prelims and Mains.

    See on Amazon

  • Maharashtracha Bhugol Marathi

    A.B. Savadi

    Geography of Maharashtra in the detail MPSC asks, with maps.

    See on Amazon

All 7 books for MPSC Rajyaseva, Group B and Group C

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Sources

This profile is being reviewed. Confirm details in the latest official notification. Salary computed from pay rules as of January 2026.