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Maharashtra Raises Age Limit in State Recruitment Exams
✍️ Amar Ujala · Maharashtra
🗓 05 Nov 2026, 11:36 PM
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The Maharashtra government has lifted the age limit for several state recruitment examinations, allowing older candidates to apply. The move is expected to broaden the pool of eligible applicants.
The Maharashtra government announced a significant change to its recruitment process, raising the age limit for a number of state examinations. The decision, made by the state’s administration, aims to increase inclusivity and give older aspirants a chance to compete for government jobs.
Under the new guidelines, candidates who previously fell outside the age bracket will now be eligible to sit for the exams. The change is expected to attract a larger and more diverse group of applicants.
Officials said the amendment will be implemented in the upcoming recruitment cycle, and all relevant exam boards will update their eligibility criteria accordingly. The move has been welcomed by many who argue that the old age limits were restrictive.
The government has not yet released detailed information on which specific exams are affected, but it is clear that the age limit increase will apply to a broad range of state-level recruitment drives.
Candidates are advised to check the official notifications for the exact eligibility criteria before applying.
Under the new guidelines, candidates who previously fell outside the age bracket will now be eligible to sit for the exams. The change is expected to attract a larger and more diverse group of applicants.
Officials said the amendment will be implemented in the upcoming recruitment cycle, and all relevant exam boards will update their eligibility criteria accordingly. The move has been welcomed by many who argue that the old age limits were restrictive.
The government has not yet released detailed information on which specific exams are affected, but it is clear that the age limit increase will apply to a broad range of state-level recruitment drives.
Candidates are advised to check the official notifications for the exact eligibility criteria before applying.