Revenue & Forest Department
Maharashtra Talathi Exam
Talathi (patwari-equivalent) exam recruits clerks for revenue offices handling land records, 7/12 extracts and village-level revenue work. Marathi proficiency is essential.
Exam overview
Exam pattern
Single-stage Objective MCQ (100–200 marks) · Typing test for Clerk-Typist
Eligibility
12th pass (Talathi) · Graduate preferred for some posts · Marathi knowledge mandatory
Age limit
18–38 years (as per revenue department notification)
Salary range
₹18,000 – ₹35,000 / month (Pay Level 1–4)
Preparation time
2–6 months
Marking scheme
Single-stage MCQ — usually no negative marking; confirm per notification.
Selection stages
1 Written Examination
100–200 marks · 2 hours
Objective test with Marathi-heavy paper and arithmetic.
Syllabus
Marathi Language
- व्याकरण
- समानार्थी-विरुद्धार्थी
- उकळणी व समज
Arithmetic
- Percentage
- Profit & loss
- Time & work
- Data interpretation
Maharashtra Geography
- Districts
- Rivers
- Dams
- Tourism & forts
Revenue & GK
- Land record terms
- General knowledge
- Current affairs
Job roles after selection
Talathi · Revenue Clerk · Clerk-Typist · Lekhpal
How to apply
Apply via Mahaonline / revenue department portal when ZP/Revenue notification is issued.
Preparation tips
- ✓ Master Marathi grammar — nearly 30–40% of paper weight.
- ✓ Practice arithmetic without calculator daily.
- ✓ Study Maharashtra district map and revenue terminology.
Frequently asked questions
Is Marathi compulsory?
Yes. Marathi language knowledge is mandatory for Talathi posts.