தமிழ்நாடு அரசுப் பணியாளர் தேர்வாணையம் (TNPSC) குரூப் 4 அறிவிக்கை வெளியிட்டுள்ளது. மொத்தம் 6,574 காலிப்பணியிடங்கள். பெரும்பாலான பணிகளுக்கு 10-ஆம் வகுப்பு தேர்ச்சி போதும். எழுத்துத் தேர்வு 10 ஜனவரி 2027 அன்று நடைபெறும்.
The notification is long (92 pages with annexures), so this post pulls out what most candidates need: vacancies, qualifications, age limits, fees, exam pattern, selection process and how to apply. For post-wise reservation, the syllabus and fee concession rules, always check the official PDF.
TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Exam name | Combined Civil Services Examination – IV (Group 4 Services) |
| Notification number | 11 / 2026 (Advertisement No. 747) |
| Notification date | 06.10.2026 |
| Total vacancies | 6,574 (tentative) |
| Number of posts | 46 |
| Minimum qualification | 10th (SSLC) pass for most posts; some posts need a degree or other qualifications |
| Age limit | Varies by post and category (as on 01.07.2026) |
| Selection | Written exam, then certificate verification and counselling |
| Exam date | 10 January 2027 |
| Application mode | Online only, through tnpscexams.in |
| Last date to apply | 05.11.2026, 11:59 PM |
Important Dates
| Event | Date and time |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 06.10.2026 |
| Online application starts | 06.10.2026 |
| Last date for online application | 05.11.2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application correction window | 09.11.2026, 12:01 AM to 11.11.2026, 11:59 PM |
| Written exam | 10.01.2027, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
முக்கியம்: விண்ணப்பத் திருத்தம் செய்ய 09.11.2026 முதல் 11.11.2026 வரை மூன்று நாட்கள் மட்டுமே அனுமதி. அதன் பிறகு எந்த மாற்றமும் செய்ய முடியாது.
Vacancy Details
The total is 6,574. The notification says the numbers are tentative and can change before counselling starts. Some counts include backlog vacancies (marked % in the PDF) and seats set aside for outstanding sportspersons (marked #). The department-wise split is yet to be announced.
| No. | Post | Post code | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Village Administrative Officer (TN Ministerial Service) | 2025 | 291 |
| 2 | Junior Assistant – Security (TN Ministerial Service) | 2400 | 28 |
| 3 | Bill Collector (TN Ministerial Service) | 2500 | 59 |
| 4 | Junior Assistant – Non-Security (TN Ministerial Service) | 2600 | 2,610 |
| 5 | Junior Assistant – Non-Security (TN Judicial Ministerial Service) | 4600 | 252 |
| 6 | Junior Assistant (Municipal Council Service) | 3842 | 119 |
| 7 | Revenue Assistant (Municipal Council Service) | 3843 | 96 |
| 8 | Junior Assistant (Municipal Corporation Service) | 3840 | 70 |
| 9 | Junior Assistant (Adi Dravidar Housing and Development Corporation) | 3512 | 43 |
| 10 | Junior Assistant (Greater Chennai Corporation) | 3851 | 134 |
| 11 | Tax Collector (Greater Chennai Corporation) | 3854 | 107 |
| 12 | Junior Assistant (TN Small Industries Development Corporation) | 3521 | 25 |
| 13 | Junior Assistant (TN Handloom Weavers Cooperative Societies) | 3788 | 20 |
| 14 | Junior Assistant (Police Housing Corporation) | 3816 | 5 |
| 15 | Junior Assistant (TN Power Finance and Infrastructure Development Corporation) | 3520 | 3 |
| 16 | Junior Assistant (TN Medicinal Plant Farms and Herbal Medicine Corporation) | 3321 | 6 |
| 17 | Junior Assistant – Accounts (TN Power Distribution Corporation) | 3848 | 422 |
| 18 | Tax Collector (TN Urban Habitat Development Board) | 3214 | 38 |
| 19 | Junior Administrative Assistant (State Legal Services Authority) | 3835 | 42 |
| 20 | Junior Administrative Assistant – Computer Operator (State Legal Services Authority) | 3836 | 13 |
| 21 | Junior Assistant and Typist (TN Electronics Corporation) | 3804 | 6 |
| 22 | Typist (TN Ministerial Service) | 2200 | 856 |
| 23 | Typist (TN Judicial Ministerial Service) | 4200 | 377 |
| 24 | Typist (TN Small Industries Development Corporation) | 3834 | 15 |
| 25 | Typist (TN Waqf Board) | 3846 | 6 |
| 26 | Typist (Municipal Council Service) | 3844 | 260 |
| 27 | Typist (Greater Chennai Corporation) | 3852 | 56 |
| 28 | Typist (Police Housing Corporation) | 3817 | 2 |
| 29 | Steno-Typist Grade III (TN Ministerial Service) | 2300 | 209 |
| 30 | Steno-Typist Grade III (TN Judicial Ministerial Service) | 4300 | 145 |
| 31 | Steno-Typist Grade III (Adi Dravidar Housing and Development Corporation) | 3837 | 1 |
| 32 | Steno-Typist Grade III (TN Small Industries Development Corporation) | 3838 | 2 |
| 33 | Steno-Typist (TN Waqf Board) | 3847 | 2 |
| 34 | Steno-Typist Grade III (Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority) | 3672 | 1 |
| 35 | Steno-Typist (Municipal Council Service) | 3845 | 16 |
| 36 | Personal Clerk (Municipal Corporation Service) | 3841 | 60 |
| 37 | Steno-Typist Grade III (Greater Chennai Corporation) | 3853 | 28 |
| 38 | Telephone Operator (Forensic Science Subordinate Service) | 3822 | 1 |
| 39 | Executive Officer Grade IV (Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments) | 1655 | 46 |
| 40 | Junior Inspector of Cooperative Societies | 1095 | 8 |
| 41 | Record Clerk Grade III (TN Industrial Investment Corporation) | 3839 | 19 |
| 42 | Senior Research Assistant (Arasu Rubber Corporation) | 3746 | 1 |
| 43 | Research Assistant (Forensic Science Subordinate Service) | 3103 | 23 |
| 44 | Sales Assistant (TN Handicrafts Development Corporation) | 3806 | 10 |
| 45 | Forest Guard (TN Forest Subordinate Service) | 3319 | 40 |
| 46 | Forest Watcher with Driving Licence (TN Forest Subordinate Service) | 3318 | 1 |
| Total | 6,574 |
Things to note about the vacancies:
- Most seats are in a few big posts: Junior Assistant (Non-Security) 2,610, Typist 856, Junior Assistant – Accounts 422, Typist 377, VAO 291 and Typist (Municipal Council) 260.
- The Junior Assistant (Non-Security) post (code 2600) alone is about 40% of the total seats.
- The Commission can add posts with the same eligibility conditions, and the department-wise vacancy list will be announced later.
- The Forest Guard seat count includes the seats for outstanding sportspersons.
- Typist and Steno-Typist posts at the TN Waqf Board (codes 3846 and 3847) are only for candidates who follow Islam. The Executive Officer Grade IV post (code 1655) is only for Hindus. Candidates must upload the required certificate to claim this.
Educational Qualification
The minimum general educational qualification for most posts is a pass in the SSLC (10th standard) exam in Tamil Nadu (or an equivalent). Some posts ask for more. Here is a summary, and the full post-wise table is in the notification.
| Posts | Qualification (summary) |
|---|---|
| VAO, Junior Assistant (Security / Non-Security), Bill Collector | 10th (SSLC) pass |
| Junior Assistant, Revenue Assistant, Tax Collector in municipal, Greater Chennai Corporation and TAHDCO posts (codes 3842, 3843, 3840, 3512, 3851, 3854) | 10th (SSLC) pass |
| Typist, Steno-Typist, Personal Clerk and Computer Operator posts | 10th (SSLC) pass, plus the Government Technical Examination in typewriting or shorthand (as applicable), plus the Computer on Office Automation certificate from the Directorate of Technical Education. Some posts allow you to get the computer certificate within 2 years |
| Junior Assistant (TN Small Industries Development Corporation, code 3521) | Degree from a UGC-recognised university |
| Junior Assistant (Handloom Weavers Cooperative Societies, code 3788) | Degree with Cooperative Management (or cooperative training as a special subject) |
| Junior Assistant (Police Housing Corporation, code 3816) | Any degree from a recognised university |
| Junior Assistant (Power Finance and Infrastructure Development Corporation, code 3520) | Bachelor’s degree in Commerce |
| Junior Assistant (Medicinal Plant Farms Corporation, code 3321) | Any degree, plus the Computer on Office Automation certificate |
| Junior Assistant – Accounts (Power Distribution Corporation, code 3848) | Bachelor’s degree in Commerce |
| Executive Officer Grade IV (code 1655) | 10th pass, or a Tamil Pulavar degree. Hindus only |
| Junior Inspector of Cooperative Societies (code 1095) | Depends on category. Check the PDF |
| Research Assistant, Senior Research Assistant | Higher secondary (or equivalent) in science subjects as listed |
| Sales Assistant (code 3806) | A degree in commerce, business administration or related subjects, as listed |
| Forest Guard (code 3319) | 10th (SSLC) pass |
| Forest Watcher with Driving Licence (code 3318) | Higher secondary course with any one of physics, chemistry, zoology or botany, a valid driving licence, at least 3 years’ experience driving light or heavy vehicles, a basic knowledge of vehicle operation, a first aid certificate and the physical standards |
Important points:
- You must hold the required qualification on the date of the notification (06.10.2026).
- A person who passed the 10th through the Tamil Nadu Open School exam is treated as having passed the school final exam.
- An ex-serviceman who finished 10th and has served at least 15 years in the Indian Defence Services, with an Army or equivalent special education certificate, can be treated as having the degree-level qualification for posts that need one.
- Candidates who are not in the SC, SC (A), ST, MBC/DC, BC or BC (Muslim) categories and have already served five years or more in a Central or State Government or Union Territory service are not eligible for this exam, even if they are within the age limit.
- Each post has its own requirements, so open the PDF and check your post code before you apply.
Tamil language requirement
You must have sufficient knowledge of Tamil on the date of the notification. You qualify if you studied Tamil as a language in 10th or higher classes, or studied in Tamil medium. If you do not have this, you must pass the Second Class Language Test (Tamil) conducted by TNPSC within two years of being appointed, or you will be removed from service.
தமிழ் மொழி அறிவு: 10-ஆம் வகுப்பிலோ அல்லது அதற்கு மேலோ தமிழை ஒரு மொழிப்பாடமாகப் படித்திருக்க வேண்டும் அல்லது தமிழ் வழியில் படித்திருக்க வேண்டும். இல்லையெனில் பணியில் சேர்ந்து இரண்டு ஆண்டுகளுக்குள் இரண்டாம் நிலை மொழித் தேர்வில் (தமிழ்) தேர்ச்சி பெற வேண்டும்.
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026)
The age limit depends on both the post and your category. The table below shows the most common limits. A few posts have different ages, and a few have no upper age limit, so check your post code in the PDF.
Most posts (minimum age 18)
| Category | Maximum age |
|---|---|
| Candidates not in the reserved categories below | 30 years |
| BC, BC (Muslim) and MBC/DC | 32 years |
| SC, SC (Arunthathiyar) and ST | 35 years |
| Persons with benchmark disabilities | 40 years (others), 42 years (BC/MBC), 45 years (SC/ST) |
| Ex-servicemen | 48 years (others), 53 years (reserved categories) |
| Destitute widows | 35 years |
Posts with different age conditions
- Village Administrative Officer (2025): minimum age 21. Maximum 30 for others and 40 for reserved categories.
- Executive Officer Grade IV (1655): minimum age 25. Maximum 35 for others, 37 for BC/MBC and 40 for SC/ST.
- Forest Guard (3319) and Forest Watcher with Driving Licence (3318): minimum age 21, with separate limits shown in the PDF. Persons with disabilities are not eligible for these two posts.
- No upper age limit: for some posts and categories, including reserved-category candidates who hold a higher educational qualification than the minimum required. Even then, you must not have completed 60 years on 01.07.2026.
Your date of birth is checked against your SSLC or HSC mark sheet, so make sure it matches.
Physical Standards (Forest Guard and Forest Watcher)
| Gender | Height | Chest (normal) | Chest (expansion) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 163 cm (ST: 152 cm) | 79 cm | 5 cm |
| Female and third gender | 150 cm (ST: 145 cm) | 74 cm | 5 cm |
Forest Watcher with Driving Licence also needs eyesight of 6/6 in each eye for distance and 0.5 Snellen for near vision, without glasses. Candidates who have had Lasik or similar laser eye surgery are not eligible for this post. Shortlisted candidates for both forest posts go through a physical measurement and an endurance test. The notification states a walk of 25 km for males and 16 km for females and third gender, to be completed within four hours, and these tests are held only in Chennai.
Application Fee
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| One Time Registration (OTR) | ₹150 (valid for 5 years from the date of registration) |
| Examination fee | ₹100 |
Candidates who are eligible for a fee concession can claim it, but the number of free chances is limited and is counted from your earlier applications. If you claim a concession wrongly, your application is rejected and you can be barred from TNPSC exams for one year. The categories and rules are in Annexure II of the notification, so read them before choosing “Yes” or “No” for the fee concession.
You can pay the exam fee online by net banking, debit card, credit card or UPI, before the last date. Cash or postal orders are not accepted, and the fee cannot be paid at the counter. After paying, wait for the confirmation on screen and don’t click Back or Refresh.
Exam Pattern
The exam is a single paper of SSLC (10th) standard, objective type, answered on an OMR sheet.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test | 100 | 150 |
| Part B | General Knowledge | 75 | 150 |
| Part C | Aptitude and Mental Ability | 25 | |
| Total | 200 | 300 | |
- Duration: 3 hours (9:30 AM to 12:30 PM)
- Minimum qualifying marks: 90 out of 300 for all categories
- Part A cut-off: you must score at least 40% (60 marks) in Part A. Only then are your Part B and Part C answers evaluated.
- Language: Part A questions are in Tamil only. Parts B and C are in Tamil and English.
- Rank: your rank is decided by your total marks in Parts A, B and C.
- Candidates with disabilities who studied only English (without Tamil as a language) can take a General English (SSLC standard) paper instead of Part A, but must score at least 40% (60 marks) in it.
The syllabus is given in Annexure III of the notification. The commission can increase or decrease the number of questions in each unit.
Selection Process
- Written exam (single paper, OMR). There is no interview.
- Rank list based on your marks in the written exam, with reservation rules applied.
- Onscreen certificate verification before original certificate verification. For Junior Assistant, Typist and Steno-Typist posts, candidates are called in the ratio of 1:3 for the general category and 1:2 for reserved categories. For Forest Guard and Forest Watcher the call is 1:6.
- Original certificate verification and counselling in the notified ratio. For example, for VAO, Junior Assistant and Steno-Typist Grade III it is 1:3 for the general category and 1:1.5 for reserved categories.
- Allotment of posts in rank order, based on your post preferences.
Tie-break rules: if two or more candidates have equal marks, the one with the higher educational qualification is ranked first. For typist and steno-typist posts, a higher typewriting or shorthand grade also gets priority. After that, the older candidate is ranked first, and if age is also the same, the candidate who applied earlier is ranked first.
Your admission to the exam is provisional. The Commission can reject your application at any stage, even after selection, if you are found not to meet the conditions or if you gave wrong information.
How to Apply for TNPSC Group 4 2026
Step 1: One Time Registration (OTR)
- Go to www.tnpscexams.in.
- Complete the One Time Registration and pay the ₹150 registration fee. If you registered earlier and it is still valid, log in and apply directly.
- You need a working email ID and mobile number. Don’t share your password with anyone.
- Linking your Aadhaar number to your OTR is compulsory.
- Give your SSLC details correctly (register number, certificate number, year of passing, medium of instruction, language studied). Wrong details can lead to rejection.
Step 2: Apply for the Group 4 exam
- Log in with your user ID and password and click APPLY against the Group 4 notification.
- Choose your post preferences. If you do not want Forest Guard or Forest Watcher, select “Other than Forest Watcher with Driving Licence / Forest Guard”. If you are interested in all posts, select “All posts”.
- Choose two exam districts. You may pick one centre in each, and you will be allotted to one of them.
- Upload your photograph and signature (specifications below).
- Pay the exam fee online (or claim a fee concession if you qualify).
- Preview the form and submit. Take a printout for your records.
Photograph and signature
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Photograph | Taken in a photo studio against a plain light background, within the last 3 months. Size 4.5 cm × 3.5 cm (170 × 130 pixels), 20–50 KB, scanned at 200 DPI. Your name and the date the photo was taken must be printed at the bottom (about 1.5 cm of the height). Selfies, mobile photos, photocopies and group photos are not accepted |
| Signature | Signed in blue or black ink on white paper inside a 6.0 cm × 2.0 cm box (230 × 75 pixels), 10–20 KB, scanned at 200 DPI |
Upload a fresh photograph with every application. An unclear photo or signature can get your application rejected.
Application correction
You can edit your application until the last date. After that, you get a separate correction window from 09.11.2026 to 11.11.2026. After the correction window closes, no changes are allowed.
Hall Ticket and Exam Day Rules
- The hall ticket can be downloaded from tnpscexams.in. It is not sent by post.
- You must follow every instruction printed on the hall ticket.
- You can only write the exam at the centre allotted to you, and requests to change the centre are not accepted.
- Not allowed inside the hall: mobile phones, pagers, smart watches, pen drives and other storage or electronic devices, rings with memory notes, smart glasses, Bluetooth devices, books, notes, loose sheets, calculators, drawing instruments, wallets and purses.
- Candidates found with banned items can be stopped from writing the exam, and their answer sheets will not be evaluated. The Commission says it cannot take responsibility for the safety of items you bring.
Tips Before You Apply
- Pick your post code carefully. Qualification and age differ a lot between posts. Check the code in the table above and then the PDF.
- Don’t miss the Part A cut-off. A score below 60 out of 150 in the Tamil test means your Part B and C papers will not be checked, so give Tamil serious time.
- Keep your SSLC mark sheet handy. Name, date of birth and register number in the application must match it.
- Typist and Steno posts need certificates early. If you are applying for these, make sure your typewriting or shorthand certificate and computer certificate details are ready.
- Apply before the last week. Website traffic goes up near the deadline.
- Read the fee concession rules first. Claiming it wrongly can lead to rejection and a one-year bar.
- Follow only official sources. TNPSC warns candidates to be careful of agents who promise jobs for money, and it does not take responsibility for losses from such people.
Contact the Commission
- Toll-free helpline: 1800 419 0958 (working days, 10:00 AM to 5:45 PM)
- Queries on OTR and online application: helpdesk@tnpscexams.in
- Other queries: grievance.tnpsc@tn.gov.in
- Address: Secretary, Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission, TNPSC Road, VOC Nagar, Park Town, Chennai – 600 003
Key Takeaways
- TNPSC Group 4 Notification 11/2026 has 6,574 vacancies in 46 posts
- Minimum qualification is 10th (SSLC) pass for most posts, while some posts need a degree
- Apply online at tnpscexams.in by 05.11.2026, 11:59 PM
- Correction window: 09.11.2026 to 11.11.2026
- Exam date: 10.01.2027, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
- Single paper, 200 questions, 300 marks, 3 hours, with a Tamil eligibility test (minimum 60 of 150) and a total qualifying mark of 90
- OTR fee ₹150 and exam fee ₹100, with fee concession for eligible categories
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- For more openings, see the latest posts on TNVelaiVaipu.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply online (OTR and application) | tnpscexams.in |
| TNPSC official website (notification PDF) | tnpsc.gov.in |
| Helpline | 1800 419 0958 |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many vacancies are there in TNPSC Group 4 2026?
There are 6,574 tentative vacancies across 46 posts. The numbers can change before counselling begins.
2. What is the last date to apply?
5 November 2026, 11:59 PM. The correction window is from 9 to 11 November 2026.
3. When is the TNPSC Group 4 exam?
The written exam is on 10 January 2027, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
4. What is the qualification for Group 4?
For most posts, a pass in the 10th (SSLC) exam. Some posts need a degree, a typewriting or shorthand certificate, or other qualifications. Check your post code in the notification.
5. What is the age limit?
It depends on the post and category, counted as on 1 July 2026. For most posts the minimum is 18, and the maximum is 30 for candidates not in the reserved categories, 32 for BC, BC (Muslim) and MBC/DC, and 35 for SC, SC (A) and ST. Some posts have different ages.
6. What is the exam pattern?
A single paper of SSLC standard with 200 questions for 300 marks in 3 hours: 100 Tamil eligibility-cum-scoring questions (150 marks), 75 General Knowledge and 25 Aptitude and Mental Ability questions (150 marks together).
7. What is the minimum qualifying mark?
90 out of 300 for all categories, and you must score at least 60 marks (40%) in the Tamil test (Part A) for Parts B and C to be checked.
8. Is there an interview?
No. Selection is based on the written exam, followed by certificate verification and counselling.
9. What is the application fee?
₹150 for One Time Registration (valid for 5 years) and ₹100 for the exam. Eligible categories can claim a fee concession as per the notification.
10. Is Tamil compulsory?
You need sufficient knowledge of Tamil. If you did not study Tamil as a language, you must pass the Second Class Language Test (Tamil) within two years of joining.
11. Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes. In the application you choose your post preferences, either specific groups of posts or “All posts”. There is a single exam for all of them.
12. Can I apply if I have not registered on TNPSC before?
Yes. Complete the One Time Registration at tnpscexams.in first, with your Aadhaar linked, and then apply for the exam.
Disclaimer: This post is for information only. Please read the full notification on the TNPSC website before applying, as the Commission can change details at any time. In case of any doubt, the English version of the notification is final.
