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.).
Maharashtra Tribal Dept Member Recruitment 2026
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
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Published
Oct 28, 2026
Starts
Oct 28, 2026
Deadline
Nov 6, 2026
Exam Date
TBA
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Preference will be given to retired officers under 65 years of age possessing the requisite administrative and domain qualifications.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application Submission (Physical & Email by 06/11/2026)
Scrutiny of Administrative Seniority & Tribal Domain Knowledge
Personal Interview by Selection Committee and Panel Formation
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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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria & Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Cadre Seniority & Secretariat Experience | 40% | Service record as Joint Secretary or senior executive in Maharashtra Mantralaya or state government departments |
| Knowledge of Tribal Culture, Ethnology & Anthropological Affinity | 30% | Understanding of scheduled tribe customs, affinity test principles, and Scheduled Tribes Caste Certificate Act 2000 & 2026 amendments |
| Personal Interview Technical Competence | 20% | Appellate quasi-judicial acumen, disposal of caste scrutiny appeals within 90 days, and linguistic clarity in Marathi & English |
| Technological & AI Tool Familiarity | 10% | Working familiarity with modern office productivity tools and generative AI platforms (ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.) for administrative workflows |
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- 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.
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- Administrative Member (Appellate Authority)7
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.
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Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.
Application Procedure
- Download and print the official application proforma (Page 3 of the notification circular) from maharashtra.gov.in.
- 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.
- Affix a recent passport-sized photograph and sign the declaration accepting all terms and conditions.
- Submit the completed application along with relevant retirement orders and experience documents on or before 06 November 2026 (until 05:30 PM).
- Applications must be submitted in person or by post to:
Joint Secretary, Tribal Development Department, Room No. 131, 1st Floor (Extension Building), Mantralaya, Mumbai – 400032AND sent via email to:[email protected]. - For queries or clarifications, contact the department at telephone number 022-22023377. Late submissions will not be considered.
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No application fee is required (Nil / Free).
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Published
Oct 28, 2026
Starts
Oct 28, 2026
Deadline
Nov 6, 2026
Exam Date
TBA
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application Submission (Physical & Email by 06/11/2026)
Scrutiny of Administrative Seniority & Tribal Domain Knowledge
Personal Interview by Selection Committee and Panel Formation
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.
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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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