📢 TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026 is here. The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has announced 6,574 vacancies across 46 different posts under the Combined Civil Services Examination – IV (CCSE-IV), including popular posts like Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Junior Assistant, Bill Collector, Typist, Steno-Typist and Forest Watcher. The online application window is open from 6 October to 5 November 2026, and the written exam is scheduled for 10 January 2027.
Table of Contents
- Overview
- Vacancy Details
- Eligibility Criteria
- Important Dates
- Application Fee
- Selection Process
- How to Apply
- Important Links
Overview
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Civil Services Examination – IV (CCSE-IV) 2026. This recruitment aims to fill 6,574 vacancies across 46 different posts in various Tamil Nadu government departments. Applications are accepted online only through the official TNPSC examination portal after completing the One Time Registration (OTR) process.
One of the biggest attractions of this recruitment is that selection is through a single-stage OMR-based written examination followed by certificate verification and counselling — there is no interview.
Vacancy Details
A total of 6,574 posts across 46 post codes are included in this notification. Some of the major posts and their vacancy counts are:
| Post Name | Post Code | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Village Administrative Officer (VAO) | 2025 | 291 |
| Junior Assistant (Non-Security) | 2600 | 2,610 |
| Junior Assistant (Accounts) | 3848 | 422 |
| Typist | 2200 | 856 |
| Typist | 4200 | 377 |
| Steno-Typist Grade III | 2300 | 209 |
| Steno-Typist Grade III | 4300 | 145 |
| Bill Collector | 2500 | 59 |
| Personal Clerk | 3841 | 60 |
| Executive Officer Grade IV | 1655 | 46 |
| Revenue Assistant | 3843 | 96 |
| Tax Collector | 3854 | 107 |
| Forest Watcher | 3319 | 40 |
| Total (all 46 posts) | — | 6,574 |
Other posts include Junior Assistant in various departments, Junior Administrative Assistant, Junior Assistant cum Typist, Shorthand Typist Grade III, Telephone Operator, Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies, Record Clerk Grade III, Senior Laboratory Assistant, Laboratory Assistant, Sales Assistant, and Forest Guard with Driving Licence.
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Category | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Most posts | SSLC (10th Pass) |
| Typist | SSLC + Typewriting Certificate |
| Steno-Typist | SSLC + Typewriting & Shorthand Certificate |
| Computer Operator | SSLC + Computer Qualification |
| Degree-level posts | Bachelor’s Degree |
| Forest posts | SSLC with prescribed eligibility |
Age Limit
| Parameter | Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age | 40 years |
Candidates should verify the exact age limit and relaxation for their category and post in the official notification before applying.
Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive pay in the range of ₹16,600 to ₹75,900 depending on the post. For example, VAO and Junior Assistant are in the ₹19,500 – ₹71,900 scale, while Steno-Typist Grade III and Personal Clerk fall in the ₹20,600 – ₹75,900 scale.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement released | October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 06 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 05 November 2026 |
| Application correction window | 09 – 11 November 2026 |
| Written examination | 10 January 2027 |
Application Fee
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| One Time Registration (OTR) fee | ₹100 |
| Examination fee | ₹100 |
The fee is payable online. Fee exemptions are available for eligible candidates as per the official rules.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | OMR-Based Written Examination |
| Stage 2 | Merit List Preparation |
| Stage 3 | Certificate Verification |
| Stage 4 | Counselling |
| Interview | Not conducted |
How to Apply
Follow these steps to submit your TNPSC Group 4 online application:
- Visit the official TNPSC examination portal.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user.
- Log in using your User ID and Password.
- Select the TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Enter your personal, educational and category details.
- Upload the required documents and photograph.
- Pay the examination fee online, if applicable.
- Check all the details carefully before submitting the application.
- Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
- Apply Online
- Official Website (TNPSC) — check here for the official notification PDF
- TNPSC Examination Portal
- Source Listing
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