Quick Info
- Organization
- Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
- Post Name
- Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV Services) – 46 posts
- Total Vacancies
- 6574 (tentative)
- Last Date
- 5 November 2026, 11:59 PM
Apply link & official notification are in the Important Links section below ↓
Table of Contents
✓ Last verified on 15 October 2026 from official notification
TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) through Notification No. 11/2026 for the Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV Services). A total of 6,574 vacancies (tentative) are to be filled across 46 posts such as Village Administrative Officer, Junior Assistant, Typist, Steno Typist, Forest Watcher and more. Eligible candidates can apply online until 5 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Post Name | Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV Services) – 46 posts |
| Advertisement / Notification Number | Notification No. 11/2026 dated 06.10.2026 (Advertisement No. 747) |
| Total Vacancies | 6574 (tentative) |
| Job Location | Tamil Nadu (some posts may require posting in other places as per notification) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.tnpsc.gov.in / www.tnpscexams.in |
| Apply Start Date | 6 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
Vacancy Details
The vacancy figures are tentative and may change before counselling, as stated in the notification. The pay level differs from post to post; please check the post-wise pay level in the official notification.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale / Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Village Administrative Officer (2025) | 291 | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant (Security) (2400) | 28 | As per notification |
| Bill Collector (2500) | 59 | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant (Non Security) (4600) – Judicial Ministerial Service | 252 | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant – Municipal Council (3842) | 119 | As per notification |
| Revenue Assistant – Municipal Council (3843) | 96 | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant – Municipal Corporation (3840) | 70 | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant – Adi Dravidar Housing & Development Corporation (3512) | 43 | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant – Greater Chennai Corporation (3851) | 134 | As per notification |
| Tax Collector – Greater Chennai Corporation (3854) | 107 | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant – TN Small Industries Development Corporation (3521) | 25 | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant – TN Handloom Weavers Co-op Societies (3788) | 20 | Rs.17,000–54,060 |
| Junior Assistant – TN Police Housing Corporation (3816) | 5 | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant – TN Power Finance & Infrastructure Development Corporation (3520) | 3 | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant – TN Medicinal Plant Farms & Herbal Medicine Corporation (3321) | 6 | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant (Accounts) – TN Power Distribution Corporation (3848) | 422 | Level 3 (Rs.19,500–62,000) |
| Bill Collector – TN Urban Habitat Development Board (3214) | 38 | Level 3 (Rs.16,600–52,400) |
| Junior Administrative Assistant – TN State Legal Services Authority (3835) | 42 | As per notification |
| Junior Administrative Assistant (Computer Operator) (3836) | 13 | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant cum Typist – Electronic Corporation of TN (3804) | 6 | As per notification |
| Typist – Judicial Ministerial Service (4200) | 377 | As per notification |
| Typist – TN Small Industries Development Corporation (3834) | 15 | As per notification |
| Typist – TN Waqf Board (3846) | 6 | As per notification |
| Typist – Municipal Council (3844) | 260 | As per notification |
| Typist – Greater Chennai Corporation (3852) | 56 | As per notification |
| Typist – TN Police Housing Corporation (3817) | 2 | As per notification |
| Steno Typist Grade III – Ministerial Service (2300) | 209 | As per notification |
| Steno Typist Grade III – Judicial Ministerial Service (4300) | 145 | As per notification |
| Steno Typist Grade III – other departments (3837, 3838, 3847, 3672) | 1 + 2 + 2 + 1 (backlog only) | As per notification |
| Steno Typist – Municipal Council (3845) | 16 | As per notification |
| Personal Clerk – Municipal Corporation (3841) | 60 | As per notification |
| Shorthand Typist Grade III – Greater Chennai Corporation (3853) | 28 | As per notification |
| Telephone Operator – Forensic Science Subordinate Service (3822) | 1 | As per notification |
| Executive Officer Grade IV – HR&CE (1655) | 46 | As per notification |
| Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies (1095) | 8 | As per notification |
| Record Clerk Grade III – TN Industrial Investment Corporation (3839) | 19 | As per notification |
| Senior Laboratory Assistant – Arasu Rubber Corporation (3746) | 1 | As per notification |
| Laboratory Assistant – Forensic Science Subordinate Service (3103) | 23 | As per notification |
| Sales Assistant – TN Handicrafts Development Corporation (3806) | 10 | As per notification |
| Forest Watcher (3319) | 40 (including sportspersons) | As per notification |
| Forest Guard with Driving Licence (3318) | 1 | As per notification |
| Other posts (Junior Assistant Non Security 2600, Typist 2200 and others) | Refer official notification for exact figures | As per notification |
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Required Qualification | Additional Requirement / Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Village Administrative Officer, Bill Collector, Junior Assistant (3842, 3840, 3512, 3851), Tax Collector, Junior Administrative Assistant, Record Clerk, Telephone Operator, Forest Watcher | SSLC (Class 10) pass | Tamil language knowledge as per notification; post-specific conditions apply |
| Typist, Steno Typist, Shorthand Typist, Personal Clerk | SSLC pass with Government Technical Examination in typewriting/shorthand of the grade specified | Certificate Course in Computer on Office Automation required for many posts, or to be acquired within the period stated |
| Junior Assistant (3521) | Degree from a UGC-recognised university | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant (3788) | Any degree OR degree with Co-operation as a special subject, with Co-operative Management diploma | As per notification |
| Junior Assistant (3816, 3321), Sales Assistant (3806) | Any degree | Office automation certificate for 3321; preference for business/commerce/marketing/economics for 3806 |
| Junior Assistant (3520), Junior Assistant (Accounts) (3848) | B.Com. degree | As per notification |
| Senior Laboratory Assistant, Laboratory Assistant, Forest Guard | Higher Secondary pass with science subjects | Forest Guard with Driving Licence: valid driving licence, three years’ driving experience, first aid certificate and physical standards |
| Executive Officer Grade IV | SSLC pass OR Tamil Pulavar title | Hindu religion required for HR&CE posts |
| Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies | Intermediate or pre-university pass | Preference for Commerce degree |
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 1 July 2026.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General (Others) – most posts | 18 years | 35 years |
| General – Village Administrative Officer, Forest Watcher, Forest Guard | 21 years | 30 years |
| General – Executive Officer Grade IV | 25 years | 35 years |
| BC, BCM, MBC/DC (most posts) | As per post | 32 years |
| SC, SC(A), ST (most posts) | As per post | 35 years |
Age relaxation is available for persons with benchmark disabilities, ex-servicemen and destitute widows. Some posts have no upper age limit, but candidates must not have completed 60 years. Please read the post-wise age limits in the official notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| One Time Registration (OTR) | Rs.150 (valid for five years) | Online |
| Examination Fee | Rs.100 plus applicable service charges | Net banking, credit/debit card or UPI |
| Eligible exempted categories | Fee exemption as per Annexure II of the notification | Not applicable |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 6 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 6 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application and Fee Payment | 5 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application Correction Window | 9 November 2026, 12:01 AM to 11 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Written Examination | 10 January 2027, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
Selection Process
- Written examination (OMR, 3 hours): Part A – Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test (100 questions, 150 marks, minimum qualifying 40%); Part B – General Studies (75 questions, 150 marks); Part C – Aptitude and Mental Ability (25 questions).
- Ranking based on total marks, with tie-breaking rules as given in the notification.
- Onscreen certificate verification of shortlisted candidates.
- Physical Standards and Endurance Tests for Forest Guard with Driving Licence and Forest Watcher (held in Chennai).
- Physical certificate verification and counselling.
How to Apply for TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official application portal www.tnpscexams.in.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) with Aadhaar linking, if not already done.
- Log in and select the Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV Services) 2026 application.
- Choose “All the Posts” or “Posts other than Forest Guard / Forest Watcher” and fill in the details.
- Upload a recent colour photograph (taken on or after 6 October 2026) and signature as specified.
- Select up to two examination centres.
- Pay the fee online, preview the form and submit before 5 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Apply Online |
| Official Website | www.tnpsc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 5 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
How many vacancies are there in TNPSC Group 4 2026?
The notification mentions 6574 tentative vacancies across 46 posts.
What is the minimum qualification?
SSLC pass is the minimum qualification for many posts. Some posts need a degree or Higher Secondary with science, as given in the table above.
What is the application fee?
One Time Registration costs Rs.150 (valid for five years) and the examination fee is Rs.100 plus service charges, subject to exemptions.
When will the written examination be held?
The written examination is scheduled on 10 January 2027 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
Where can I apply online?
Applications are accepted online only through www.tnpscexams.in.
Disclaimer
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. The information in this article is prepared for quick reference only. For complete and updated details, including eligibility conditions, reservation rules, and application instructions, please visit the official website or read the official notification.
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