The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has released the TNPSC Group 4 notification 2026, and with 6,574 tentative vacancies it is one of the biggest state-level clerical drives of the year. Applications opened on 6 October 2026 and close on 5 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. If you have an SSLC (10th) certificate or a degree and are comfortable with Tamil, this is a notice you should read in full before the portal gets crowded.
Last updated: 9 October 2026. Figures below follow published reports of Notification No. 11/2026 (Advertisement No. 747) and may be revised. Please confirm everything on tnpsc.gov.in before you pay any fee.
TNPSC Group 4 notification 2026 at a glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Recruitment | Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group 4 and VAO) |
| Notification number | 11/2026 (Advertisement No. 747) |
| Total vacancies | 6,574 across about 46 post entries (tentative) |
| Online application starts | 6 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 5 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Correction window | 9 to 11 November 2026 |
| Written exam | 10 January 2027, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| Exam fee | ₹100 (plus ₹150 one-time registration if not already registered) |
| Official website | tnpsc.gov.in |
Post-wise vacancies
The commission has grouped the vacancies across ministerial, judicial ministerial, municipal and corporation services. The largest chunk by far is the Junior Assistant cadre. The numbers below are the main posts reported so far; more than 40 smaller entries sit behind them, and I have not been able to verify that every individual figure adds up to the 6,574 total, so treat the table as a guide and check the PDF.
| Post | Vacancies (per reports) |
|---|---|
| Junior Assistant (Non-Security, Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service) | 2,610 |
| Typist (Ministerial/Secretariat Service) | 856 |
| Junior Assistant (Accounts, TNPDCL) | 422 |
| Typist (Judicial Ministerial Service) | 377 |
| Village Administrative Officer (VAO) | 291 |
| Typist (Municipal Councils) | 260 |
| Junior Assistant (Judicial Ministerial Service) | 252 |
| Steno Typist Grade III (Code 2300) | 209 |
| Steno Typist Grade III (Code 4300) | 145 |
| Tax Collector | 107 |
| Revenue Assistant | 96 |
| Personal Clerk | 60 |
| Bill Collector | 59 (plus 38 in Urban Habitat Development Board) |
| Executive Officer Grade IV | 46 |
| Forest Watcher | 40 |
| Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies | 8 |
Eligibility: age and qualification
Qualification differs sharply by post, which is why reading the notification line by line matters here. Many posts, including Junior Assistant (Ministerial), VAO and Typist, ask for a pass in SSLC, while Revenue Assistant and municipal Junior Assistant posts also sit at the 10th-pass level. Junior Assistant (Accounts) in TNPDCL needs a B.Com degree, Sales Assistant needs any degree, and Senior Laboratory Assistant needs 12th with science subjects. Typist and Steno Typist posts additionally require typewriting or shorthand certificates, and some need a Certificate on Office Automation. Forest Guard with Driving Licence needs 12th with science, a valid driving licence and driving experience.
On age, the usual range is 18 to 30 years for Junior Assistant, Bill Collector, Tax Collector, Revenue Assistant, Typist, Steno Typist and Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies. VAO and Forest Watcher posts are listed at 21 to 30, and Executive Officer Grade IV at 25 to 35. Age relaxations for reserved categories apply as per TNPSC rules, but the exact figures were not clearly reported, so check the official notice if you are in a reserved category.
Tamil knowledge is mandatory. Candidates usually show this through Tamil studied at SSLC, HSC or degree level, or they must pass the TNPSC Tamil language test after appointment.
Salary
Most posts are paid at pay-matrix levels, with VAO and most Junior Assistant and Typist posts at Level 8 and Steno Typist and Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies at Level 10, as reported. Where actual amounts are published, Junior Assistant (Accounts, TNPDCL) is ₹19,500 to ₹62,000 and Bill Collector (Urban Habitat Development Board) is ₹16,600 to ₹52,400. Full rupee ranges for the other posts were not available at the time of writing, so rely on the notification for exact scales.
Selection process and exam pattern
Selection is based on a single written examination, followed by merit ranking, certificate verification and counselling for post allotment. There is no interview, as per reports. Forest Watcher and Forest Guard candidates will also face physical standards and endurance tests.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test | 100 | 150 |
| B | General Studies | 75 | 150 |
| C | Aptitude and Mental Ability | 25 | Not reported |
The paper has 200 objective questions in 3 hours for 300 marks. Whether there is negative marking has not been stated in the reports I could find, so check the notice. Because Part A is an eligibility test as well as a scoring one, a weak Tamil paper can end your chances even if your General Studies is strong.
How to apply for TNPSC Group 4 2026
- Go to the official TNPSC website, tnpsc.gov.in, and open the online application section.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you are new. The OTR fee is ₹150 and stays valid for five years. Existing OTR holders only log in.
- Choose the Group 4 notification number 11/2026 from the list of open recruitments.
- Select every post you are eligible for. Applying for more posts raises your chances at allotment.
- Check your personal details, community, educational qualifications and typing or shorthand grades.
- Upload the photograph, signature and certificates in the required size.
- Pay the ₹100 exam fee online unless you qualify for an exemption.
- Submit, then download and save the application summary.
Preparation plan for the January exam
The exam is on 10 January 2027, which gives you roughly three months. That is enough time if you start now and are consistent. Spend the first month on Tamil, because it carries as many marks as General Studies. Revise the Tamil grammar and literature portion, previous papers and the SSLC-standard Tamil textbooks. In the second month, build General Studies through the State Board textbooks (Class 6 to 12 History, Geography, Polity and Science) and a monthly current affairs notebook. The third month is for mock tests. Take a full 200-question paper every week, and track how many minutes you lose on aptitude.
Many aspirants who clear this exam score high on speed rather than depth. Attempt every easy question first, avoid long calculations in aptitude, and do not leave Part A blank because of one tough passage.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Waiting for the last week, when the portal is slow and OTR verification can fail.
- Selecting only one post when you qualify for several, which reduces allotment options.
- Entering a community certificate detail that does not match your documents.
- Assuming the correction window lets you change everything. Only specific fields are usually editable, so verify before submitting.
- Using unofficial websites to apply. Only tnpsc.gov.in and the TNPSC links published on it are official. One aggregator pointed to a separate exam portal; treat any unfamiliar domain with caution.
Who should apply
This recruitment suits 10th and 12th pass candidates and graduates in Tamil Nadu who want a stable state job with a clear promotion ladder and are fine with a single written test. If your Tamil is weak or you have no typing certificate, still consider the posts that do not require typewriting, such as Revenue Assistant, Bill Collector and VAO. If you are looking at other state recruitments, compare this with the APPSC recruitment 2026 and the Karnataka prisons recruitment.
Related notices worth checking
Graduates looking beyond Tamil Nadu can also read about the RRB NTPC graduate recruitment, the NICL AO recruitment or the BPSC TRE 4.0 notice. For the admit card stage later, keep our guide on how to download a government exam admit card handy, and see the monthly list of upcoming government jobs in October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for TNPSC Group 4 2026?
5 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. The correction window runs from 9 to 11 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
The notification reports 6,574 tentative vacancies. The number can change after the final reservation list is prepared.
When is the TNPSC Group 4 exam?
The written exam is scheduled for 10 January 2027 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
Is there an interview?
No. Per reports, selection is by the written exam, merit listing, certificate verification and counselling.