TNPSC Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has announced the Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) – Non-Interview Posts Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 461 vacancies across multiple Tamil Nadu Government Departments and Public Sector Organizations. It offers an excellent opportunity for engineering graduates, degree holders, and technical professionals seeking a stable and rewarding government career in Tamil Nadu.

Post Details

Organization: Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)

Examination Name: Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) – Non-Interview Posts

Advertisement No.: 734

Notification No.: 04/2026

Total Vacancies: 461 Posts

Job Location: Tamil Nadu

Employment Type: Permanent Government Job

Some of the major posts include:

• Assistant Engineer
• Assistant Geologist
• Drug Inspector
• Horticultural Officer
• Assistant Tourist Officer
• Junior Scientific Officer
• Block Health Statistician
• Junior Photographer
• Assistant Manager
• Various Technical and Specialist Posts

The recruitment covers approximately 45 different categories of technical posts across various state departments and organizations.

Qualifications

Candidates must possess the educational qualification prescribed for the respective post as specified in the official notification.

Eligible qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline
• B.E. / B.Tech
• M.E. / M.Tech
• M.Sc
• MBA
• MCA
• Agriculture-related Degrees
• Pharmacy Qualifications
• Statistics Qualifications
• Other Technical and Professional Degrees relevant to the notified posts

Applicants should carefully verify the post-wise educational requirements before submitting the application.

Salary Details

Selected candidates will receive salary as per the applicable Tamil Nadu Government Pay Matrix Levels for the respective posts.

Expected Pay Scale: Approximately ₹35,400 to ₹2,18,200 per month depending on the post, department, and pay level.

In addition to basic pay, candidates will be eligible for government allowances and benefits as per Tamil Nadu Government rules.

Age Limit

Minimum Age: 21 Years

The upper age limit varies according to the post category and community reservation rules.

Age relaxation is applicable for:

• SC / SC(A) / ST Candidates
• MBC / DNC Candidates
• BC / BCM Candidates
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
• Ex-Servicemen

Candidates should refer to the official notification for detailed post-wise age criteria.

Application Fee

One-Time Registration (OTR)

• ₹150 (Valid for 5 Years)

Examination Fee

• ₹100

Eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories may receive fee concessions as per TNPSC norms.

Important Dates

Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Selection Process

The selection process generally consists of:

1. Written Examination (Paper I & Paper II)
2. Certificate Verification
3. Counselling
4. Final Selection based on merit and reservation rules

As these are Non-Interview Posts, there is no personal interview stage in the recruitment process.

Application Process

Candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official TNPSC website.
2. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR), if not already registered.
3. Log in using your credentials.
4. Select Combined Technical Services Examination (Non-Interview Posts) 2026.
5. Fill in all required personal, educational, and communication details.
6. Upload the necessary documents and photographs in the prescribed format.
7. Pay the application fee through the available online payment methods.
8. Review all entered information carefully.
9. Submit the application form and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Candidates should ensure that all details entered in the application form are accurate and supported by valid documents before final submission.