TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination Group IV 2026 Notification

TNPSC Group IV Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially announced the Combined Civil Services Examination - IV (Group IV Services) for the year 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 6574 posts across various ministerial services, municipal corporations, and government-owned corporations in the state of Tamil Nadu. Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the designated commission portal before the final deadline.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 06.10.2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 05.11.2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
• Application Correction Window: 09.11.2026 to 11.11.2026
• Examination Date: 10.01.2027 (09:30 AM to 12:30 PM)

Vacancies and Posts

A total of 6574 vacancies are notified under this examination. The positions include Village Administrative Officer, Junior Assistant, Bill Collector, Revenue Assistant, Tax Collector, Junior Administrative Assistant, Typist, Steno Typist (Grade III), Personal Clerk, Shorthand Typist (Grade III), Telephone Operator, Executive Officer (Grade IV), Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies, Record Clerk (Grade III), Senior Laboratory Assistant, Laboratory Assistant, Sales Assistant, Forest Watcher, and Forest Guard with Driving Licence.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must ensure they fulfill all eligibility parameters set by the commission:

• Age Limit: The minimum age limit is 18 or 21 years depending on the specific post, calculated as on 01.07.2026. Maximum age limits vary by category and post, with specific relaxations applicable for reserved categories, ex-servicemen, persons with benchmark disabilities, and destitute widows.
• Educational Qualification: Candidates should possess minimum general educational qualifications, SSLC pass (10th pass), Higher Secondary (12th pass), or a graduation degree from a recognized university, depending on the requirements of the applied post. Certain technical posts require additional qualifications such as typewriting certifications or computer automation courses.

Selection Process

The selection procedure involves a written examination conducted by the commission. Based on the marks secured in the written examination and rule of reservation, candidates will be called for certificate verification and counseling. Admission to all stages of the examination is purely provisional.

How to Apply Step by Step

1. Visit the official TNPSC application website.
2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
3. Log in with your credentials and select the Combined Civil Services Examination - IV (Group IV Services) notification.
4. Fill out the online application form accurately, providing all necessary personal and educational details.
5. Select your preferred post options carefully, such as choosing between specific posts or all available posts.
6. Upload scanned copies of required documents, including your photograph, signature, and proof of date of birth.
7. Submit the application form before the deadline of 05.11.2026.
8. Take a printout of the final submitted application for future reference.

Points to Keep in Mind

• Ensure that all details entered in the online application are correct, as corrections are only permitted during the designated correction window from 09.11.2026 to 11.11.2026.
• Banned items such as mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, and electronic storage media are strictly prohibited inside the examination hall.
• Avoid taking help from touts or unauthorized agents, as selections are purely merit-based.

Overview

Detail	Information
Organisation	Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission
Post	Combined Civil Services Examination - IV (Group IV Services)
Education	10th, 12th

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start	06 Oct 2026
Last Date to Apply	05 Nov 2026