The major functions of MPSC are:
1.To conduct examinations for appointments to the service of Government of Maharashtra and its allied organizations. 2. To advise the state Government on: a)Matters relating to methods of recruitment to the various services b)Suitability of candidates for appointment to the services through making promotions, deputations and nominations and transfers c)Disciplinary matters affecting Government servants;transfers d)Claims for reimbursement of legal expenses incurred by Government servants while defending legal proceedings instituted against them for acts done or purporting to be done in the execution of their duty e)Claims for award of injury/family pension to Government servants and;transfers f)Any other matter referred to them by the Governor;