State Tax Inspector (Maharashtra)
राज्य कर निरीक्षक (महाराष्ट्र)
Group B (non-gazetted) post via MPSC in the Maharashtra GST Department — return scrutiny, audits and tax recovery.
Goods and Services Tax Department, Finance Department, Government of Maharashtra
Exam
MPSC Combined Group B
Qualification
Graduate
Age limit
18–38 years
Transfers
Within the state
Work hours
Regular office hours; longer in March and during investigation visits
Probation
2 years
Pay scale
S-14: 38,600–1,22,800
Starting basic ₹38,600. HRA and other state allowances are added on top as per Maharashtra rules.
What you will actually do
- Scrutinising GST returns and identifying mismatches
- Verifying registrations and visiting business premises
- Assisting State Tax Officers in audits and assessments
- Following up recovery of tax dues
- Taking part in investigation visits and e-way bill checks
- Processing refund and amendment applications
A typical day
Most of the work is on the GST back-office system: checking a list of taxpayers whose returns do not match, issuing notices, examining replies and preparing the file for the State Tax Officer. Some days you visit a dealer's premises to verify a registration or join an investigation team. March is the pressure month for recovery. The office culture is similar to the central GST department, with regular hours on most days.
Promotion path
Timelines are ranges and vary by cadre. See how promotions and MACP work.
State Tax Inspector (Maharashtra) (joining)
S-14: 38,600–1,22,800
State Tax Officer (Group B gazetted)
8–12 years · via dpc
Assistant Commissioner of State Tax
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
Maharashtra Public Service Commission
- 1.Combined preliminary examination
- 2.Main examination
- 3.Document verification
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.
The good
- ✓ Mostly city postings with regular hours
- ✓ Good scale for a Group B post
- ✓ Less physically demanding than PSI
The hard parts
- – Recovery targets at year-end
- – Many posts are in Mumbai, with its cost of living
- – Slow promotion to State Tax Officer in some years
Postings
GST offices are concentrated in Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik and other commercial centres, so city postings are common. Transfers are within the state.
Questions people ask
What is the qualification and age limit for State Tax Inspector (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 State Tax Inspector (Maharashtra)?+
MPSC Combined Group B (Maharashtra Public Service Commission).
Which is better: STI, ASO or PSI?+
The scale is the same. STI is office-and-field tax work in cities, ASO is pure desk work in Mantralaya, and PSI is a uniformed police job with much longer hours.
Compare with similar posts
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सहायक कक्ष अधिकारी (मंत्रालय)
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Police Sub-Inspector (Maharashtra)
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Group B (non-gazetted) officer in Maharashtra Police via MPSC — investigating cases and supervising staff at a police station.
Tax Assistant (Maharashtra GST)
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Group C post via MPSC in the Maharashtra GST Department — data, records and return-processing support for tax officers.
Books to prepare for MPSC Combined Group B
- See on Amazon
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.
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.