Maharashtra Tribal Watchman Recruitment 2026 – Chowkidar Vacancy Apply Online by 18 May

Maharashtra Tribal Development Watchman Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Commissioner, Tribal Development Department, Maharashtra State, Nashik for Chowkidar (Watchman – Group D) vacancies under 29 Integrated Tribal Development Projects (ITDP). Eligible candidates can apply online from 27 April 2026 to 18 May 2026 through the official portal tdcwatchman2026.cbtexam.in.

Maharashtra Tribal Chowkidar Recruitment 2026 Overview – Apply Online Watchman Vacancy

Particular	Details
Organization	Commissioner, Tribal Development Department, Maharashtra State, Nashik
Advertisement No.	Aastha-Pad Bharti-2025/Pra.Kra. 65/Ka.2(8)/Nashik
Post Name	Chowkidar / Watchman (Group D) – Shaskiy Ashramshala va Vastigrihatil
Employment Type	Direct Recruitment (Saral Seva Bharti 2026)
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	Maharashtra (Tribal Area Districts – under 29 ITDP Projects)
Application Start Date	27 April 2026 (from 3:00 PM)
Last Date to Apply	18 May 2026 (by 11:55 PM)
Exam Fee Last Date	18 May 2026 (by 11:55 PM)
Online Exam Date	To be announced on tribal.maharashtra.gov.in
Official Website	tribal.maharashtra.gov.in
Application Portal	tdcwatchman2026.cbtexam.in
Toll Free Number	1800 267 0007

This is a direct recruitment drive by the Maharashtra Tribal Development Department for filling Chowkidar (Watchman) posts in Government Ashramshala (Ashram Schools) and Vastigriha (Hostels) run under the 29 Integrated Tribal Development Projects across the state. These are permanent government posts under Group D category and offer a great opportunity for eligible candidates from tribal areas of Maharashtra.

Maharashtra Tribal Watchman Recruitment 2026 – Total Vacancy Details

The total vacancy count is spread across 29 ITDP project offices across Maharashtra, covering multiple categories including General (Sarvsadharan), Women (Mahila), Ex-Servicemen (Maji Sainik), Sportsperson (Kheladoo), Part-Time (Anshkalin), and Project Affected (Prakalp Grastha). The vacancies include both Reserved and Unreserved posts distributed across categories like SC (Anusuchit Jati), ST (Anusuchit Jamati), VJ-A (Vimukta Jati), NT-B/C/D (Bhatakya Jamati), OBC (SEBC), VJNT, VJNT (Imav), and EWS.

A summary of the vacancy distribution across ITDP project offices is given below:

Project	Total Posts	Reserved Posts	Unreserved Posts
ITDP Project 1	15	15	0
ITDP Project 2	29	16	13
ITDP Project 3	30	21	9
ITDP Project 4	34	19	15
ITDP Project 5	23	19	4
ITDP Project 6	42	25	17
ITDP Project 7	9	7	2
ITDP Project 8	26	15	11
ITDP Project 9	19	13	6
ITDP Project 10	11	10	1
ITDP Project 11	17	14	3
ITDP Project 12	24	19	5
ITDP Project 13	5	5	0
ITDP Project 14	12	12	0
ITDP Project 15	8	8	0
ITDP Project 16	19	19	0
ITDP Project 17	2	2	0
ITDP Project 18	2	2	0
ITDP Project 19	13	13	0
ITDP Project 20	3	1	2
ITDP Project 21	7	7	0
ITDP Project 22	15	15	0
ITDP Project 23	9	9	0
ITDP Project 24	5	5	0
ITDP Project 25	5	5	0
ITDP Project 26	16	16	0
ITDP Project 27	8	8	0
ITDP Project 28	6	6	0
ITDP Project 29	2	2	0

Note: The total vacancy count and category-wise reservation may change. All updates will be published on the official website tribal.maharashtra.gov.in. Candidates should keep checking the official site regularly for latest announcements.

Eligibility Criteria – Maharashtra Tribal Chowkidar Bharti 2026

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must have passed the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Examination i.e., 10th Class / Matriculation from a recognized Board.
The required educational qualification must be possessed as on the date mentioned in the advertisement.

Important Notes on Eligibility:

The qualifications mentioned in the advertisement are the minimum requirements. Merely possessing minimum qualification does not entitle a candidate to be recommended for appointment.
The entire recruitment process will be conducted as per Maharashtra Government Service Entry Rules (General Administration Department Notification dated 06 June 2017) and subsequent amendments.
Candidates must be Indian citizens and must be ordinary residents of Maharashtra to claim reservation benefits.

Age Limit – Maharashtra Watchman Recruitment 2026

The age limit for candidates is prescribed as per the Maharashtra Government General Administration Department, Government Resolution No. SRVHI-2015/Pra.Kra.404/Karya.12, dated 25 April 2016.

Age Relaxation is applicable in the following cases:

Reserved Category (SC/ST/VJ/NT/OBC/SEBC/EWS) candidates: Age relaxation as per Maharashtra Government rules. However, candidates belonging to creamy layer in VJ-A, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D, VJNT (Imav), SEBC, and EWS categories will NOT get age relaxation.
Divyang (PwD) candidates: Maximum upper age limit is 45 years (as per GAD GR No. SRVHI-1998/Pra.Kra.39/16-A, dated 16.01.2001).
Sports Quota candidates: Maximum age limit is 43 years for all categories.
Ex-Servicemen: Age relaxation equal to the period of armed forces service plus 3 additional years.
Part-time Government employees (3 years service): Age relaxation as per GAD GR dated 02.01.2019.

Selection Process – Maharashtra Tribal Chowkidar Recruitment 2026

The selection for Maharashtra Tribal Watchman Recruitment 2026 will be done through a Computer-Based Online Examination (CBT) only. Here are the complete details:

Exam Mode: Online Computer-Based Examination (CBT) — Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Medium of Examination: Marathi only
Total Marks: 200 marks
Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 45% marks are mandatory to be included in the merit list
No Negative Marking: Only correct answers will be counted for final marks

Maharashtra Watchman Exam 2026 – Syllabus & Subject-Wise Marks

Post Name	Marathi	English	General Knowledge	Intelligence Test	Total Marks	Duration
Chowkidar (Watchman)	50	50	50	50	200	120 Minutes

Each question carries 2 marks. The exam will be held at district headquarters across Maharashtra. The exact date, time, and venue of the online examination will be separately announced on the official website tribal.maharashtra.gov.in.

Scribe Facility: Visually impaired candidates and those whose writing speed has been permanently affected may use a scribe during the online examination. Such candidates will be given 20 additional minutes per hour as compensatory time. Candidates intending to use a scribe must mention this in the online application form itself — no such request will be entertained later.

Reservation Details – Maharashtra Tribal Watchman Bharti 2026

Reservations in this recruitment are provided as per Maharashtra Government rules for the following categories: Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Vimukta Jati-A (VJ-A), Nomadic Tribes B/C/D (NT-B/C/D), VJNT (Imav), OBC/SEBC, and Economically Weaker Section (EWS). Parallel reservations are also available for Women, Sportspersons (Kheladoo), Ex-Servicemen (Maji Sainik), Part-time Employees (Anshkalin), Project Affected (Prakalp Grastha), Earthquake Affected (Bhukanp Grastha), Divyang (PwD), and Orphans (Anath).

Women candidates claiming reservation must hold Maharashtra Domicile Certificate.
OBC (NCL) candidates must hold a Non-Creamy Layer certificate valid as on the last date of application.
EWS candidates must produce the prescribed EWS certificate at the time of document verification.
For Divyang (PwD) reservation, candidates must have at least 40% disability and should hold a disability certificate in the new format issued through swavlambancard.gov.in or the SADM computerized system.
Parallel reservations for VJ-A, NT-B, NT-C, and NT-D categories are interchangeable. If eligible candidates are not available from one category, candidates from available categories will be considered on merit basis.
All reserved category candidates must mention their original category correctly in the application form even if no reserved post is available in their category — as they will be considered for open/unreserved posts.

Important Dates – Maharashtra Tribal Watchman Recruitment 2026

Notification Date	27 April 2026
Online Application Start Date	27 April 2026 (from 3:00 PM)
Last Date to Apply Online	18 May 2026 (by 11:55 PM)
Last Date for Exam Fee Payment	18 May 2026 (by 11:55 PM)
Online Exam Date	Will be announced separately on tribal.maharashtra.gov.in

Documents Required for Online Application – Maharashtra Chowkidar Vacancy 2026

Before filling the online application form, candidates must keep the following scanned documents ready:

Passport-size Colour Photograph: Recent, on light/white background. Size: 200 x 230 pixels, File size: 20 KB to 50 KB, Format: JPG/JPEG
Signature: On white paper using black ink pen. Size: 140 x 60 pixels, File size: 10 KB to 20 KB, Format: JPG/JPEG. (Capital letter signatures are NOT accepted)
Left Thumb Impression: On white paper using black or blue ink. Size: 240 x 240 pixels at 200 DPI, File size: 20 KB to 50 KB, Format: JPG/JPEG
Handwritten Declaration in English: Written by hand on white paper in black ink. Size: 800 x 400 pixels at 200 DPI, File size: 50 KB to 100 KB, Format: JPG/JPEG. Text: “I, (name of the candidate) hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
SSC (10th) Mark Sheet / Certificate (for age proof)
Caste Certificate (SC/ST) — PDF, up to 2 MB
OBC (NCL) / Non-Creamy Layer Certificate — must be valid as on last date of application
EWS Certificate — must be valid as on last date
PwD (Disability) Certificate — if applicable
Valid Email ID and active Mobile Number (for OTP and all future communications)

Important: Signatures and declarations written in capital (block) letters will not be accepted. Applications will be rejected if photographs, signatures, thumb impressions, or declarations are unclear or uploaded in wrong fields.

How to Apply Online – Maharashtra Tribal Watchman Bharti 2026 Step-by-Step

Visit the official application portal: https://tdcwatchman2026.cbtexam.in
Click on “APPLY ONLINE” on the homepage — a new screen will open.
Click on “Click here for New Registration” and enter your name, contact details, and valid email ID. A temporary Registration Number and Password will be generated and sent to your email and mobile via SMS.
Log in using the Registration Number and Password received. Fill in all personal details including name (exactly as in certificates), father’s/husband’s name, date of birth, address, category, Aadhaar number, and educational qualification.
Upload all required scanned documents (photo, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration) in the specified format and size as mentioned above.
Use “SAVE AND NEXT” to save progress if you cannot complete the application in one sitting.
Before final submission, carefully review all details filled in the application. Note that once payment is completed, no changes can be made to the application.
Click “Submit” and then proceed to pay the exam fee by clicking “Proceed to Payment”.
Pay the exam fee online using Debit Card (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, UPI, or Mobile Wallet.
After successful payment, an E-Receipt (electronic receipt) will be generated. Save and print a copy of this receipt and the application form for future reference.
Make sure all steps including fee payment are completed before 18 May 2026 at 11:55 PM.

⚠️ Important: If no E-Receipt is generated, it means the payment was not successful. In such a case, log in again and retry the payment. Only those candidates who complete the fee payment will be considered for the examination.

For any technical issues during the application process, candidates can contact the helpdesk through the link available on https://tdcwatchman2026.cbtexam.in. For recruitment-related queries, call the toll-free number: 1800 267 0007.

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Exam Centre & Admit Card – Maharashtra Chowkidar CBT 2026

The examination centres will be located at the district headquarters across Maharashtra. The exact exam centre will be mentioned on the admit card (Pravesh Patra). Candidates must arrive at the exam centre at least 1 hour before the exam start time to complete verification formalities.

Candidates must carry the following documents at the examination centre:

Valid Admit Card (downloaded from the official portal)
Original Photo Identity Proof — PAN Card / Passport / Driving Licence / Voter ID / Aadhaar Card / Bank Passbook with photo / College/University ID / Employee ID / Bar Council ID
Photocopy of the same identity proof

Mobile phones, calculators, iPads, or any other electronic communication devices are strictly prohibited inside the examination hall. Candidates are at their own risk and expense during travel to the exam centre — no TA/DA will be provided.

Important Links – Maharashtra Tribal Watchman Recruitment 2026

Action	Link
Official Website	tribal.maharashtra.gov.in
Apply Online	tdcwatchman2026.cbtexam.in
Official Notification	Download from Official Website
Toll Free Helpline	1800 267 0007

FAQs – Maharashtra Tribal Development Chowkidar Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is the last date to apply for Maharashtra Tribal Watchman Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and complete exam fee payment for Maharashtra Tribal Chowkidar Recruitment 2026 is 18 May 2026 by 11:55 PM. After this time, the application link on tdcwatchman2026.cbtexam.in will be closed. Candidates are strongly advised not to wait until the last moment as technical issues may arise near the deadline.

Q2. What is the educational qualification required for the Chowkidar (Watchman) post?
Candidates must have passed the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Examination, i.e., 10th Class / Matriculation from a recognized board. This is the minimum educational qualification required. Candidates who have passed SSC from any recognized state or central board are eligible to apply. Merely possessing the minimum qualification does not guarantee recommendation for appointment.

Q3. What is the selection process for Maharashtra Tribal Chowkidar Recruitment 2026?
The selection is done entirely through a Computer-Based Online Examination (CBT). The exam is of 200 marks, held in Marathi medium, and consists of objective multiple-choice questions from four subjects: Marathi (50 marks), English (50 marks), General Knowledge (50 marks), and Intelligence Test (50 marks). Each question carries 2 marks and the exam duration is 120 minutes. A minimum of 45% marks is required to appear in the merit list.

Q4. How many vacancies are available under Maharashtra Tribal Watchman Recruitment 2026?
The vacancies are distributed across 29 Integrated Tribal Development Project (ITDP) offices in Maharashtra. The posts are available across multiple categories including Sarvsadharan (General), Mahila (Women), Maji Sainik (Ex-Servicemen), Kheladoo (Sports Quota), Part-Time employees, PwD, and various social reservation categories. The total vacancy count and category-wise distribution may be revised, and all updates are published on tribal.maharashtra.gov.in.

Q5. Is there any application fee for Maharashtra Chowkidar Bharti 2026?
Yes, candidates need to pay an exam fee online as part of the application process. The fee payment must be completed by 18 May 2026 at 11:55 PM. The exam fee can be paid via Debit Card (RuPay / Visa / MasterCard), Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. The exact fee amount is mentioned in the official notification on tribal.maharashtra.gov.in.

Q6. Can candidates from outside Maharashtra apply for this Watchman recruitment?
The reservation benefits in this recruitment are available only to ordinary residents (Domicile) of Maharashtra as per the definition under Section 20 of the Representation of People Act, 1950. However, candidates who fulfill all eligibility conditions as per the Service Entry Rules can apply. Women candidates claiming reservation must specifically hold a Maharashtra Domicile Certificate. Marathi-speaking candidates from 865 villages in Maharashtra-Karnataka border area who meet eligibility criteria can also apply.

Q7. Can a candidate apply for posts under multiple ITDP project offices?
Yes, a candidate can apply for posts under any one Integrated Tribal Development Project (ITDP) office. If a candidate wishes to apply for posts under more than one ITDP project office (based on eligibility), they must submit a separate application and pay a separate exam fee for each project. Each application is treated independently.

Q8. What documents should I carry to the exam centre for Maharashtra Watchman CBT 2026?
Candidates must carry the valid admit card (Pravesh Patra) downloaded from the official portal, along with the original photo identity proof such as PAN Card, Passport, Driving Licence, Voter ID, Aadhaar Card with photo, Bank Passbook with photo, or College/University ID card. A photocopy of the same identity proof is also required. Ration card and temporary driving licence are NOT accepted as valid identity proof. Mobile phones and electronic devices are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall.

Q9. Is scribe facility available for Maharashtra Tribal Watchman Exam 2026?
Yes, visually impaired candidates (with more than 40% disability) and those whose writing speed is permanently affected can use a scribe (lekhnik) during the online examination. Candidates using a scribe will be given 20 additional minutes for every 1 hour of exam duration as compensatory time. Candidates must mention their requirement for a scribe in the online application form itself. Requests made later will not be entertained. The scribe arranged by the candidate must not be an applicant in the same exam.

Q10. What happens if two candidates secure equal marks in Maharashtra Watchman Merit List 2026?
In case two or more candidates secure equal marks in the online examination, the priority order for the merit list will be determined as per Maharashtra Government, General Administration Department Resolution No. PRANIM-1222/Pra.Kra.54/Ka.13-A, dated 4 May 2022. All final results will be published on the official website tribal.maharashtra.gov.in.

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