Contractual / Regular

Maharashtra Tribal Dept Member Recruitment 2026

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Oct. 28, 2026
प्रशासकीय सदस्य (Administrative Member, Appellate Authority)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
7 Posts
Pay Scale
As per GAD GR dated 10.06.2025 (Last Pay Minus Pension)
Age Limit
Under 65 Years
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Oct 28, 2026

2

Starts

Oct 28, 2026

3

Deadline

Nov 6, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window28 Oct – 6 Nov 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Retired Government Officer of the rank of Joint Secretary (सह-सचिव) or senior cadre from Mantralaya departments or other State Government departments. Candidates must possess practical knowledge of tribal culture, customs, anthropology, and ethnology (आदिवासी संस्कृती, प्रथा, मानववंशशास्त्र आणि मानवजातीशास्त्र), proficiency in Marathi and English, and familiarity with modern technology and AI tools (such as ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.).

Age Limit & Relaxations

Preference will be given to retired officers under 65 years of age possessing the requisite administrative and domain qualifications.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Submission (Physical & Email by 06/11/2026)

Hybrid (Physical & Email)Qualifying Only

Scrutiny of Administrative Seniority & Tribal Domain Knowledge

Offline EvaluationQualifying Only

Personal Interview by Selection Committee and Panel Formation

OfflineMerit Scored

Selection is conducted through personal interview of eligible retired officers by the Departmental Selection Committee. Shortlisted candidates forming the approved panel will be appointed as Administrative Members in the seven newly created Appellate Authorities for a contract tenure of one year under the administrative control of the Commissioner, TRTI Pune.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Administrative Cadre Seniority & Secretariat Experience40%Service record as Joint Secretary or senior executive in Maharashtra Mantralaya or state government departments
Knowledge of Tribal Culture, Ethnology & Anthropological Affinity30%Understanding of scheduled tribe customs, affinity test principles, and Scheduled Tribes Caste Certificate Act 2000 & 2026 amendments
Personal Interview Technical Competence20%Appellate quasi-judicial acumen, disposal of caste scrutiny appeals within 90 days, and linguistic clarity in Marathi & English
Technological & AI Tool Familiarity10%Working familiarity with modern office productivity tools and generative AI platforms (ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.) for administrative workflows

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The Appellate Authorities under the Maharashtra Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, De-notified Tribes, Nomadic Tribes, Other Backward Classes and Special Backward Category (Regulation of Issuance and Verification of) Caste Certificate Act, 2000 and amended Act 2026 serve as a quasi-judicial appellate forum. When a District Caste Scrutiny Committee invalidates a Scheduled Tribe claim, aggrieved candidates appeal to these newly constituted 7 Appellate Authorities within 90 days. The Administrative Member works under the administrative supervision of the Commissioner, Tribal Research and Training Institute (TRTI), Pune, conducting appellate hearings, evaluating genealogical and anthropological evidence (affinity test), examining vigilance cell reports, and issuing reasoned legal orders. The role requires high legal probity, neutrality, and thorough understanding of Maharashtra tribal jurisprudence.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The appointment is purely on a contractual basis initially for a period of 1 year from the date of issuance of the appointment order. Selected officers are placed under the administrative control of Commissioner, TRTI Pune. If an appointed officer wishes to resign, a mandatory 2-month prior written notice must be submitted.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

As a post-retirement contractual appointment for superannuated officers, there is no departmental promotion or cadre absorption. However, tenure as an Administrative Member in state statutory appellate tribunals represents high-level administrative service contributing directly to tribal rights and affirmative action governance in Maharashtra.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Applications must be submitted both physically to Mantralaya Mumbai and electronically to [email protected] on or before 06 November 2026 (05:30 PM); late submissions will be summarily rejected.
  • Candidates must be retired government officers of the rank of Joint Secretary (सह-सचिव) or equivalent/higher in Mantralaya or state government departments.
  • Candidates under 65 years of age who possess demonstrated knowledge of tribal anthropology and modern AI tools (ChatGPT/Gemini) will be given preference.
  • A 2-month prior written notice is strictly mandatory in the event of resignation from contractual service.
  • Remuneration and allowances are governed by GAD Government Resolution dated 10 June 2025.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • Administrative Member (Appellate Authority)7
Total Vacancies7 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Contractual remuneration and allowances for retired officers as per Maharashtra Government Resolution No. CBE-1525/CR 37/Aastha-13 dated 10/06/2025.

Remuneration, allowances, and other service conditions as per Maharashtra General Administration Department (GAD) Resolution No. CBE-1525/CR 37/Aastha-13 dated 10 June 2025 for retired government officers appointed on contract.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download and print the official application proforma (Page 3 of the notification circular) from maharashtra.gov.in.
  2. Fill out the application form with complete personal details, retirement designation, contact number, date of birth, age, and details of administrative experience in tribal affairs/government service.
  3. Affix a recent passport-sized photograph and sign the declaration accepting all terms and conditions.
  4. Submit the completed application along with relevant retirement orders and experience documents on or before 06 November 2026 (until 05:30 PM).
  5. Applications must be submitted in person or by post to: Joint Secretary, Tribal Development Department, Room No. 131, 1st Floor (Extension Building), Mantralaya, Mumbai – 400032 AND sent via email to: [email protected].
  6. For queries or clarifications, contact the department at telephone number 022-22023377. Late submissions will not be considered.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required (Nil / Free).

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

The Administrative Member serves on the newly constituted 7 Appellate Authorities under the Maharashtra Caste Certificate Act 2000 & 2026 to adjudicate appeals filed by candidates whose Scheduled Tribe claims were invalidated by District Scrutiny Committees.

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