TNPSC Group IV Services Examination 2026
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has issued an official notification for direct recruitment through the Combined Civil Services Examination - IV (Group IV Services). This recruitment drive aims to fill a large number of vacancies across various ministerial, judicial, and municipal services, corporations, and boards in the state of Tamil Nadu. Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications online within the stipulated timeline.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates applying for the posts must fulfill the specific age limits, educational standards, and technical qualifications detailed for each post. The minimum general educational qualification typically requires passing the S.S.L.C. Public Examination or its equivalent. Certain specialized roles, such as Typist and Steno Typist, require specific Government Technical Examinations in typewriting and a certificate course in computer on office automation. Age limits vary depending on the candidate's category and the specific post applied for, with appropriate age concessions provided for reserved categories, ex-servicemen, and persons with benchmark disabilities.
Important Guidelines for Applicants
Applicants are required to complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the official TNPSC portals before proceeding with the online application. Candidates must carefully verify all details before final submission, as corrections are only permitted during the designated correction window. Bringing banned items such as mobile phones, electronic gadgets, books, and loose sheets to the examination hall is strictly prohibited. The commission strictly warns candidates against touts and agents promising jobs through unfair means.
Important Dates
| Label | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 06.10.2026 |
| Date of commencement of receiving application | 06.10.2026 |
| Last date and time for submission of online application | 05.11.2026 11.59 PM |
| Application Correction Window period | 09.11.2026 12.01 A.M to 11.11.2026 11.59 P.M. |
| Date and time of examination | 10.01.2027 09.30 A.M. to 12.30 P.M. |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Count |
|---|---|
| Village Administrative Officer | 291 |
| Junior Assistant (Security) | 28 |
| Bill Collector | 59 |
| Junior Assistant (Non Security) | 2610 |
| Junior Assistant (Non Security) - Tamil Nadu Judicial Ministerial Service | 252 |
| Junior Assistant - Tamil Nadu Municipal Council Service | 119 |
| Revenue Assistant | 96 |
| Junior Assistant - Tamil Nadu Municipal Corporation Service | 70 |
| Junior Assistant - Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar Housing and Development Corporation Ltd. | 43 |
| Junior Assistant - Tamil Nadu Municipal Corporation Service (Greater Chennai Corporation) | 134 |
| Tax Collector | 107 |
| Junior Assistant - Tamil Nadu Small Industries Development Corporation Ltd | 25 |
| Junior Assistant - Tamil Nadu Handloom Weavers Co-operative Societies Ltd. | 20 |
| Junior Assistant - Tamil Nadu Police Housing Corporation Limited | 5 |
| Junior Assistant - Tamil Nadu Power Finance and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited | 3 |
| Junior Assistant - Tamil Nadu Medicinal Plant Farms & Herbal Medicine Corporation Limited | 6 |
| Junior Assistant (Accounts) | 422 |
| Bill Collector - Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board | 38 |
| Junior Administrative Assistant | 42 |
| Junior Administrative Assistant (Computer Operator) | 13 |
| Junior Assistant cum Typist | 6 |
| Typist - Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service / Legislative Assembly Secretariat Service / Secretariat Service | 856 |
| Typist - Tamil Nadu Judicial Ministerial Service | 377 |
| Typist - Tamil Nadu Small Industries Development Corporation Ltd | 15 |
| Typist - Tamil Nadu Waqf Board | 6 |
| Typist - Tamil Nadu Municipal Council Service | 260 |
| Typist - Tamil Nadu Municipal Corporation Service (Greater Chennai Corporation) | 56 |
| Typist - Tamil Nadu Police Housing Corporation Limited | 2 |
| Steno Typist (Grade III) - Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | 209 |
| Steno Typist (Grade III) - Tamil Nadu Judicial Ministerial Service | 145 |
| Steno Typist (Grade III) - Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar Housing and Development | 1 |
| Steno Typist (Grade III) - Tamil Nadu Small Industries Development Corporation Ltd | 2 |
| Steno Typist (Grade III) - Tamil Nadu Waqf Board | 2 |
| Steno Typist (Grade III) - Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority | 1 |
| Steno Typist - Tamil Nadu Municipal Council Service | 16 |
| Personal Clerk | 60 |
| Shorthand Typist (Grade III) | 28 |
| Telephone Operator | 1 |
| Executive Officer (Grade IV) | 46 |
| Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies | 8 |
| Record Clerk (Grade III) | 19 |
| Senior Laboratory Assistant | 1 |
| Laboratory Assistant | 23 |
| Sales Assistant | 10 |
| Forest Watcher | 40 |
| Forest Guard with Driving Licence | 1 |
Eligibility
- Must possess Minimum General Educational Qualification (SSLC Pass) for relevant posts
- Specific degree requirements for graduate level posts
- Typewriting and Computer on Office Automation certificates for specific posts like Typist and Steno Typist
Age Limit
Minimum age 18 or 21 years depending on the post; maximum age limits vary by post and category (ranging from 30 to no maximum age limit).
Salary
Ranges from Level 3 to Level 10 depending on the post
Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Certificate Verification
- Counselling
How to Apply
- Visit the Commission's website www.tnpscexams.in
- Register on the One Time Registration (OTR) platform if not already registered
- Fill up the online application for the Combined Civil Services Examination - IV
- Review the filled-in application and submit it before the last date
- Use the Application Correction Window from 09.11.2026 to 11.11.2026 if any edits are required
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to submit the online application for TNPSC Group IV Services Examination 2026?
The last date and time for submission of the online application is 05.11.2026 till 11.59 PM.
When is the written examination scheduled for TNPSC Notification No. 11/2026?
The date and time of the examination is 10.01.2027 from 09.30 A.M. to 12.30 P.M.
Can I edit my online application after submission?
Yes, candidates can edit their online application during the Application Correction Window which will be open from 09.11.2026 (12.01 A.M.) to 11.11.2026 (11.59 P.M.).
What is the official website to apply for the TNPSC Group IV examination?
Candidates are required to apply online using the Commission's website www.tnpscexams.in.
What is the total number of vacancies announced in TNPSC Advertisement No. 747?
A total of 6574 vacancies are notified across various posts.
Official Links
Details are compiled from official notices. Always confirm eligibility, dates and fees on the official website before applying. Jankari Portal never charges any fee.