TNPSC Field Assistant Recruitment 2025

Key Details at a Glance

• Notification Released: 3 September 2025 by TNPSC (Notification No. 13/2025; Combined Technical Services Examination – ITI Level – II)

• Total Vacancies: 1,794 Field Assistant positions via TNPSC on behalf of TNEB/TNPDCL

• Application Window:

  • Start: 3 September 2025

  • Last Date: 2 October 2025 (by 11:59 PM)

• Correction Window: 6–8 October 2025

• Age Limits (as of 1 July 2025):

  • General: 18–32 years

  • PwBD: up to 42 years

  • Ex-servicemen: up to 50 years

  • Destitute widows: up to 37 years

• Educational Qualification: Valid National Trade Certificate or National Apprenticeship Certificate in Electrician, Wireman, or Electrical Trade (Centre of Excellence Scheme)

• Application Fees:

  • One-Time Registration: ₹150

  • Exam Fee: ₹100 (waived for SC, SC(A), ST, PwBD, Destitute widows)

• Salary: Pay Level 2 – ₹18,800 to ₹59,900 (CPS)

Examination & Selection Process

According to Testbook (a credible source with comprehensive details):

• Exam Date: 16 November 2025

• Exam Pattern:

  • Paper I (3 hours):

    • Part A: Tamil Eligibility Test (100 questions)

    • Part B: General Studies (75 questions)

    • Part C: Aptitude & Mental Ability (25 questions)

  • Paper II (3 hours): Subject-specific (trades) – 200 questions

  • Total Marks: 450, total duration 6 hours; negative marking of 0.25 for each wrong answer

• Physical Test Components:

  • Pole climbing & cross-arm fixing (9m pole, within 8 mins)

  • Rope plaiting with conductor (2 mins)

  • Lifting & carrying a 35 kg cross arm for 100 m (1 min)

  • Only one attempt allowed for each activity

Action Steps You Should Take

1. Download the Official Notification from TNPSC’s website to verify all details.

2. Register and Apply Online between 3 September and 2 October 2025.

   • Ensure you complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) and pay ₹150.

   • Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates) as per specifications

3. Make Corrections (if needed) between 6 and 8 October.

4. Prepare for Exams:

   • Study for the written test by covering Tamil eligibility, general studies, aptitude, and trade-specific knowledge.

   • Practice physical tasks realistically—especially pole climbing and cross-arm handling.

5. Keep an Eye on Admit Card releases before the 16 November exam date.

6. Post-Exam: If you qualify, you’ll be called for the physical test. Clear both to complete the selection.

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