TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 Out; Apply Online for 6,574 Posts

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has announced the TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 (Notification No. 11/2026, Advt. No. 747) for the Combined Civil Services Examination-IV. This recruitment drive features 6,574 tentative vacancies across 46 distinct post entries spanning ministerial, judicial, and municipal services. Eligible and enthusiastic job seekers can review the official guidelines and submit their online applications through the official portals.

TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026: Overview

TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 Important Dates

TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 Vacancy Details

The commission has rolled out a total of 6,574 tentative vacancies distributed across 46 distinct post entries under Group 4 services. Detailed post-wise breakdown including respective post codes is provided below:

TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 Education Details

• Minimum General Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the SSLC (10th Standard) Public Examination or its equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Tamil Nadu (including open school options under the Board of Open School, Tamil Nadu). Certain posts require higher qualifications like HSC (+2) or a Bachelor’s Degree.

• Technical Qualifications: Applicants for specific posts like Typist, Steno-Typist, and Shorthand Typist must possess the required Government Technical Examinations in Typewriting and Shorthand (Higher/Lower grades in Tamil and/or English) along with a Certificate Course in Computer on Office Automation (COA) awarded by the Directorate of Technical Education (DoTE) where mandated.

• Language Proficiency: Candidates must possess an adequate practical knowledge of Tamil on the date of notification.

Salary

• Pay Scale Structure: Selected candidates are placed across various pay levels ranging from Level-3 up to Level-22 under the Tamil Nadu Revised Pay Rules:

  • Level-3 (e.g., Junior Assistant Accounts, Bill Collector, Forest Watcher): Rs. 16,600 – 52,400 / Rs. 19,500 – 62,000/-

  • Level-8 (e.g., VAO, Junior Assistant, Typist): Standard state scale with comprehensive allowances.

  • Level-10 (e.g., Steno-Typist Grade III, Senior Lab Assistant): Higher administrative pay scales.

• Additional state government perks include Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and medical benefits as per official rules.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years (21 years for VAO and Forest Watcher/Guard; 25 years for Executive Officer Grade IV).

• Maximum Age: Varies between 30 to 35 years depending on the post, with upper-age relaxations up to 40 years applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST, BC, MBC, and destitute widows) as per Tamil Nadu government norms.

Selection Process

1. Written Examination: A single-paper objective-type written examination comprising Part A (Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test), Part B (General Studies), and Part C (Aptitude & Mental Ability Test).

2. Counselling / Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates based on written test merit are called for certificate verification and centralized counseling for post allotment.

Exam Pattern

The TNPSC Group 4 examination is conducted as a single-stage objective-type written test (OMR format) consisting of a single paper divided into three parts:

• Important Evaluation Rule: Part B and Part C answer sheets will be evaluated only if the candidate secures a minimum qualifying mark of 40% (at least 60 marks) in Part A (Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test / General English). The total marks secured in Part A, Part B, and Part C taken together are considered for the final merit ranking.

Application Fee

• One-Time Registration Fee: Rs. 150/- (Valid for 5 years; candidates already registered are exempt from re-registering).
• Examination Fee: Rs. 100/- (Fee exemptions and concessions are available for reserved categories, women, PwD candidates, and ex-servicemen as per TNPSC guidelines).

TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 How to Apply

1. Visit the official TNPSC recruitment portal at tnpsc.gov.in or tnpscexams.in.
2. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) using valid credentials and upload your scanned photograph and signature if not already registered.
3. Log in to your candidate portal using your OTR ID and password.
4. Locate and click on the “TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026” apply online link.
5. Fill out the application form carefully with all required personal, educational, and post code choices.
6. Pay the prescribed application fee online using net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI.
7. Submit the final application form and take a printout for future reference.

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