Maharashtra Reserves 70% DCCB Jobs for Local Candidates
Maharashtra government has announced that 70% of jobs in District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs) will be reserved for candidates domiciled in the respective districts.
The decision was formalized through a government resolution (GR) issued on October 31, 2025, and is applicable to all future recruitments in DCCBs across the state.
Key Provisions of Maharashtra Government Resolution
The GR mandates that 70% of all posts in DCCBs must be filled by local candidates, while the remaining 30% will be open to applicants from outside the district.
If suitable out-of-district candidates are not available, those positions may also be allocated to local applicants.
This provision prioritizes local talent, even when external candidates do not meet eligibility or availability requirements.
The directive applies to all DCCBs, including those that have already issued recruitment advertisements prior to the resolution.
This retroactive clause underscores the government’s commitment to enforcing the new policy uniformly across the cooperative banking sector.
Recruitment Channels and Transparency Measures
To ensure fairness and transparency in the hiring process, the government has stipulated that all future recruitments must be conducted through recognized agencies. These include:
- Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
- TCS iON (Tata Consultancy Services)
- Maharashtra Knowledge Corporation Ltd (MKCL)
By involving these agencies, the government aims to eliminate irregularities and favoritism in recruitment, while also standardizing the selection process across districts.
Rationale Behind the Move in Maharashtra
The state government made the decision to reserve jobs for locals to strengthen cooperative institutions and promote equitable job opportunities.
District cooperative banks play a crucial role in rural credit delivery, agricultural financing, and local economic development.
By hiring candidates familiar with local conditions and languages, the banks can improve service delivery and build stronger community ties.
The move also addresses growing concerns about unemployment among educated youth in smaller towns and rural areas.
Cooperative banks often serve as key employers in these regions, and the government expects the reservation policy to create more accessible job pathways for local residents.
Reactions and Implications
Several local leaders and cooperative sector stakeholders have welcomed the policy. They view it as a step toward regional empowerment and inclusive growth.
However, some experts have cautioned that the success of the initiative will depend on effective implementation and monitoring.
There are also calls for similar reservation models in other sectors.
These demands are especially strong in semi-urban and rural regions where local employment remains a challenge.
The government is emphasizing transparent recruitment through third-party agencies to build trust and accountability.
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