Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) Group 4 Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 6,574 Combined Civil Services Examination-IV Posts (Advt. No. 747)

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially released its highly awaited employment notification (Advt. No. 747) for the Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group 4 Services) 2026. The commission has announced an impressive 6,574 tentative vacancies across 46 distinct post entries spanning various ministerial services, judicial ministerial services, corporations, boards, and statutory departments across the State of Tamil Nadu.

The online application registration portal went live on 6th October 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official TNPSC web portals up to 5th November 2026 (11:59 PM).

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
Examination Name	Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group 4 Services) 2026
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. 747
Total Openings	6,574 Tentative Vacancies (distributed across 46 post categories)
Job Location	Across various districts and departments in Tamil Nadu
Application Mode	Online Only (via official TNPSC OTR and application portal)
Notification Release Date	6th October 2026
Online Application Start Date	6th October 2026
Last Date & Time to Apply	5th November 2026 (Up to 11:59 PM)
Application Correction Window	9th November 2026 to 11th November 2026
Written Examination Date	10th January 2027 (9:30 AM to 12:30 PM)
Official Website Portals	www.tnpsc.gov.in / apply.tnpscexams.in

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Official Notification Publication Date	6th October 2026
Commencement of Online Application Form Window	6th October 2026
Closing Date & Time for Online Applications	5th November 2026 up to 11:59 PM
Last Date for Online Fee Payment	5th November 2026
Application Form Correction Window Period	9th November 2026 to 11th November 2026
TNPSC Group 4 OMR Written Examination Date	10th January 2027 (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM)

Major Post Designations & Vacancy Distribution

The 6,574 openings are spread across several key clerical, administrative, and technical roles:

• Village Administrative Officer (VAO): 291 Posts
• Junior Assistant (Non-Security): 2,610 Posts (plus departmental allocations totaling over 3,200 junior assistant roles)
• Junior Assistant (Security): 28 Posts
• Bill Collector: 59 Posts (plus urban board allocations)
• Typist: 856+ Posts across ministerial and secretariat services
• Steno-Typist (Grade III): 209+ Posts
• Tax Collector, Revenue Assistant, Executive Officer Grade IV, Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies, Forest Watcher, and Forest Guard with Driving Licence

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

1. Age Limit Parameters (As on Notification Date / Post-Wise Guidelines)

• Village Administrative Officer (VAO): 21 to 30 years (General category).
• Junior Assistant, Bill Collector, Typist, Steno-Typist: 18 to 30 years (General category).
• Executive Officer Grade IV: 25 to 35 years.
• Note on Age Relaxations: Maximum age limits are relaxed significantly (by 5 to 10 years or exempted entirely for certain categories) for SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBC)s, Destitute Widows, and Ex-Servicemen as per Tamil Nadu government norms.

2. Educational Qualifications (Post-Wise)

• Village Administrative Officer (VAO): Must have passed SSLC / 10th Standard Public Examination or its equivalent with eligibility for admission to Higher Secondary Course or College Course.
• Junior Assistant / Bill Collector / Tax Collector: Must possess minimum general educational qualification (12th Standard / HSC pass or equivalent).
• Typist / Steno-Typist: 12th Pass or equivalent, combined with the successful passing of the Government Technical Examination in Typewriting and Shorthand (in English and/or Tamil) at specified grade speeds, along with a certificate in computer course on Office Automation.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern

1. Single-Paper OMR Written Examination: Objective-type test consisting of 200 questions carrying a maximum of 300 marks, conducted for 3 hours (9:30 AM to 12:30 PM).
   • Part A: Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test (SSLC Standard): 100 Questions for 150 Marks (Minimum 40% marks required to qualify).
   • Part B: General Studies (75 Questions) & Aptitude & Mental Ability Test (25 Questions): Total 100 Questions for 150 Marks.
2. Counselling & Document Verification: Final candidate selection and post/department allotment are conducted strictly based on rank merit in the written examination followed by oral/document verification counseling rounds.

Application Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount
One-Time Registration (OTR) Fee	₹150/- (Valid for 5 years; candidates already registered are exempt from re-registration)
Examination Fee	₹100/-
Fee Concessions: Full exemption (Nil exam fee) is available for SCs, STs, PwDs, Destitute Widows, and graded concessions/exemptions apply for BCs, MBCs, and Ex-Servicemen as per rule limits.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Go to the official TNPSC website at www.tnpsc.gov.in or apply.tnpscexams.in.
2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR): If new, complete the OTR module with Aadhaar linking, basic bio-data, and scanned photo/signature upload. Registered users can skip this step.
3. Access Group 4 Notification: Navigate to active notifications, select Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group 4) under Advt. No. 747, and click “Apply Online”.
4. Fill Application Form: Enter educational details, select post preferences, and designate examination center districts.
5. Remit Fee & Final Submission: Pay the registration and examination fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI. Review the form thoroughly before final submission on or before 5th November 2026 (11:59 PM). Save a digital copy of the application printout.

🔗 TNPSC Official Website Portal

🔗 Direct Link to Apply Online via TNPSC Exams Portal

📄 Download TNPSC Group 4 Official Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026?

A: The online application window closes on 5th November 2026 up to 11:59 PM.

Q2: How many total vacancies are announced under Group 4 notification 2026?

A: A total of 6,574 tentative vacancies have been notified across 46 post categories.

Q3: When will the TNPSC Group 4 written examination be conducted?

A: The written examination is scheduled for 10th January 2027 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.

Q4: What is the minimum educational qualification for Junior Assistant posts?

A: Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary (12th Standard) or equivalent.

Q5: Is there an application correction facility available?

A: Yes, the correction window will remain open from 9th November 2026 to 11:59 PM on 11th November 2026.