TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026 – 6,574 Posts (Junior Assistant, Typist, VAO & More), Exam 10 January 2027 – Last Date Today
TNPSC has announced 6,574 tentative vacancies across 46 post entries, mainly for SSLC (Class 10) pass candidates: Junior Assistant, Typist, Steno Typist, Village Administrative Officer, Bill Collector, Forest Watcher and more. The written exam is on 10 January 2027. Tamil language knowledge is compulsory.
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TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Exam | Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV Services) |
| Notification / Advt. No. | 11/2026 / 747 |
| Total Vacancies | 6,574 (tentative) |
| Qualification | SSLC (10th) pass for most posts; post-specific for Typist, Steno and Forest posts |
| Language | Working knowledge of Tamil is required |
| Application Mode | Online (OTR login) |
| Exam | 10 January 2027, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM (OMR) |
| Location | Tamil Nadu (a few posts have outside postings) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification and Application Start | 6 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 5 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Correction Window | 9 to 11 November 2026 |
| Written Exam | 10 January 2027, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Result and Certificate Verification | To be announced |
Post-wise Vacancies
| S.No. | Post | Post Code | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Village Administrative Officer | 2025 | 291 |
| 2 | Junior Assistant (Security) | 2400 | 28 |
| 3 | Bill Collector | 2500 | 59 |
| 4 | Junior Assistant (Non-Security) | 2600 | 2,610 |
| 5 | Junior Assistant (Non-Security) | 4600 | 252 |
| 6 | Junior Assistant | 3842 | 119 |
| 7 | Revenue Assistant | 3843 | 96 |
| 8 | Junior Assistant | 3840 | 70 |
| 9 | Junior Assistant | 3512 | 43 |
| 10 | Junior Assistant | 3851 | 134 |
| 11 | Tax Collector | 3854 | 107 |
| 12 | Junior Assistant | 3521 | 25 |
| 13 | Junior Assistant | 3788 | 20 |
| 14 | Junior Assistant | 3816 | 5 |
| 15 | Junior Assistant | 3520 | 3 |
| 16 | Junior Assistant | 3321 | 6 |
| 17 | Junior Assistant (Accounts) | 3848 | 422 |
| 18 | Bill Collector | 3214 | 38 |
| 19 | Junior Administrative Assistant | 3835 | 42 |
| 20 | Junior Administrative Assistant (Computer Operator) | 3836 | 13 |
| 21 | Junior Assistant cum Typist | 3804 | 6 |
| 22 | Typist | 2200 | 856 |
| 23 | Typist | 4200 | 377 |
| 24 | Typist | 3834 | 15 |
| 25 | Typist | 3846 | 6 |
| 26 | Typist | 3844 | 260 |
| 27 | Typist | 3852 | 56 |
| 28 | Typist | 3817 | 2 |
| 29 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 2300 | 209 |
| 30 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 4300 | 145 |
| 31 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 3837 | 1 |
| 32 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 3838 | 2 |
| 33 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 3847 | 2 |
| 34 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 3672 | 1 |
| 35 | Steno Typist | 3845 | 16 |
| 36 | Personal Clerk | 3841 | 60 |
| 37 | Shorthand Typist (Grade III) | 3853 | 28 |
| 38 | Telephone Operator | 3822 | 1 |
| 39 | Executive Officer (Grade IV) | 1655 | 46 |
| 40 | Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies | 1095 | 8 |
| 41 | Record Clerk (Grade III) | 3839 | 19 |
| 42 | Senior Laboratory Assistant | 3746 | 1 |
| 43 | Laboratory Assistant | 3103 | 23 |
| 44 | Sales Assistant | 3806 | 10 |
| 45 | Forest Watcher | 3319 | 40 |
| 46 | Forest Guard with Driving Licence | 3318 | 1 |
| Total | 6,574 |
Vacancies are tentative and may change before counselling. The biggest posts are Junior Assistant (Non-Security) 2,610, Typist 856, Junior Assistant (Accounts) 422 and Typist (Judicial) 377. 20% of the vacancies are reserved for candidates who studied in Tamil medium (PSTM), subject to the conditions.
Eligibility Criteria
- VAO, Junior Assistant, Bill Collector and similar posts: SSLC or equivalent, subject to the post-specific rules.
- Typist: SSLC plus the prescribed government typewriting qualification.
- Steno Typist: SSLC plus the prescribed shorthand and typewriting qualifications.
- Forest Guard with Driving Licence: Higher Secondary with the prescribed subjects, a valid driving licence and driving experience.
- You must hold the qualification on or before 6 October 2026. Final-year students cannot apply.
- Tamil: adequate working knowledge of Tamil as on the notification date.
Age Limit
| Category | Upper Age Limit (generally) |
|---|---|
| General (Others) | 32 years (minimum 18) |
| BC / BCM / MBC / DC | 34 years |
| SC / SC(A) / ST | 37 years |
Some posts (VAO, forest posts and Executive Officer Grade IV) have separate minimum and maximum ages. The sources I checked only say "generally", so read the age clause for your post in the notification.
Pay Scale (Reported)
| Level | Basic Pay Range | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Level 3 | ₹18,000–67,100 | Forest Watcher |
| Level 5 | ₹18,200–67,100 | Forest Guard (with Driving Licence) |
| Level 8 | ₹19,500–71,900 | VAO, Junior Assistant and other posts |
| Level 10 | ₹20,600–75,900 | Steno Typist (Grade III) |
Application Fee
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| One Time Registration (OTR), valid for 5 years | ₹150 |
| Examination Fee | ₹100 |
No exam fee for SC, SC (Arunthathiyars), ST, PwBD and Destitute Widows. MBC, Denotified Communities and BC (including BC Muslim) candidates get 3 free exam-fee chances, and ex-servicemen get 2 free chances. Payment is online.
Selection Process
- Written exam (OMR, 300 marks).
- Certificate verification.
- Physical standards and endurance test for Forest Watcher and Forest Guard posts only.
- Counselling and post allotment by rank and preference.
There is no interview.
Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test | 100 | 150 |
| B | General Studies | 75 | 112.5 |
| C | Aptitude and Mental Ability | 25 | 37.5 |
| Total | 200 | 300 |
Duration is 3 hours. You need at least 60 out of 150 in Part A (Tamil) for Parts B and C to be evaluated. Marks of all three parts count for ranking. A completely unanswered question carries a 0.5 mark deduction, so darken Option E when you do not know the answer. Not affixing the thumb impression also attracts a 0.5 mark deduction.
How to Apply
- Go to tnpsc.gov.in and complete One Time Registration (₹150) if you have not done it, or log in.
- Open the Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV Services) link.
- Fill in personal, education and category details and choose your posts and exam centre district.
- Upload photograph (JPG, 130×170 px, 20–50 KB) and signature (JPG, 230×75 px, 10–20 KB).
- Pay the exam fee if applicable, preview and submit before 11:59 PM today.
- Save the confirmation printout.
OTR alone does not count as an application.
Important Links
| Link | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | apply.tnpscexams.in |
| Official Notification (Advt 747) | tnpsc.gov.in |
| Official Website | tnpsc.gov.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. How many posts are there in TNPSC Group 4 2026?
6,574 tentative posts across 46 post entries.
Q. What is the last date to apply?
5 November 2026, 11:59 PM. The correction window is 9 to 11 November 2026.
Q. When is the TNPSC Group 4 exam?
On 10 January 2027, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, in OMR mode.
Q. What is the qualification?
SSLC (Class 10) pass for most posts, with extra requirements for Typist, Steno and Forest posts.
Q. Is Tamil compulsory?
Yes. A Part A Tamil eligibility test is held, and you need at least 60 marks out of 150 for the other parts to be evaluated.
Q. What is the application fee?
₹150 for One Time Registration and ₹100 for the exam, with exemptions for some categories.
Q. Is there an interview?
No. Selection is by the written exam, certificate verification and counselling.
Q. Where do I apply?
On tnpsc.gov.in through your OTR login.
Conclusion
TNPSC Group 4 is a large recruitment for 10th pass candidates in Tamil Nadu. If you have not applied yet, finish your OTR, application and fee payment today before 11:59 PM, and use the correction window of 9 to 11 November to fix errors. Follow our WhatsApp channel, Instagram and YouTube for hall ticket and result updates.
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