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TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026: The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has released the TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 for Combined Civil Services Examination-IV Services on 6th October at tnpsc.gov.in. A total of 6574 vacancies have been released for Village Administrative Officer, Junior Assistant, Bill Collector, Revenue Assistant, Tax Collector, Typist, Steno Typist, Forest Watcher, Forest Guard with Driving Licence and many other posts. The online application process has started from 6th October 2026 and the last date to fill the TNPSC Group 4 application form is 5th November 2026 up to 11:59 PM. The TNPSC Group 4 written exam will be conducted on 10th January 2027 between 9:30 AM and 12:30 PM. Candidates should check the qualification, age limit, vacancy, examination pattern and selection processwise before applying.
TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 Out
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has released Notification No. 11/2026 under Advertisement No. 747 for direct recruitment through the Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV Services). A total of 6,574 vacancies have been notified across 46 post entries in different Tamil Nadu Government departments, services, corporations and organisations.
The recruitment includes major posts such as Village Administrative Officer, Junior Assistant, Typist and Steno Typist along with Revenue Assistant, Tax Collector, Executive Officer Grade IV, Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies, Forest Watcher and Forest Guard with Driving Licence.
TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026: Overview
TNPSC Group IV recruitment drive aims to fill positions such as Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Junior Assistant, Typist, Steno-Typist, Personal Clerk, and Forest Guard. Candidates can check key highlights in the table below.
| Particular | Details |
| Organisation | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Recruitment Name | TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026 |
| Examination Name | Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV Services) |
| Notification Number | 11/2026 |
| Advertisement Number | 747 |
| Total Vacancies | 6,574 |
| Number of Post Entries | 46 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 6th October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply for TNPSC Group 4 | 5th November 2026 up to 11:59 PM |
| Application Correction Window | 9th November 2026 to 11th November 2026 |
| TNPSC Group IV Exam Date 2026 | 10th January 2027 |
| Exam Timing | 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| Exam Mode | OMR Based Objective Examination |
| Selection Process | Written Examination, Certificate Verification and Counselling; Physical Standards and Endurance Test for applicable Forest posts |
| Official Application Portal | tnpsc.gov.in |
TNPSC Group IV Notification 2026 PDF
The complete and detailed TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 has information about 6,574 vacancies, post codes, services/departments, eligibility criteria, age limits, salary scale, examination pattern, reservation, online application process, examination fee, Certificate Verification, Physical Standards Test, Endurance Test and counseling. Candidates are advised to read the complete notification before applying for the post as there are many differences in educational qualifications for different Group 4 post.
TNPSC Group IV Notification 2026 PDF: Click to Download
TNPSC Group 4 Vacancy 2026
A total of 6574 vacancies have been announced by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission for the Group 4 posts. These vacancies are distributed as per the posts and category. Check the TNPSC Group IV vacancy in the table below.
| S.No. | Post Name | Post Code | Service / Organisation | Vacancies |
| 1 | Village Administrative Officer | 2025 | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | 291 |
| 2 | Junior Assistant (Security) | 2400 | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | 28 |
| 3 | Bill Collector | 2500 | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | 59 |
| 4 | Junior Assistant (Non Security) | 2600 | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | 2610 |
| 5 | Junior Assistant (Non Security) | 4600 | Tamil Nadu Judicial Ministerial Service | 252 |
| 6 | Junior Assistant | 3842 | Tamil Nadu Municipal Council Service | 119 |
| 7 | Revenue Assistant | 3843 | Tamil Nadu Municipal Council Service | 96 |
| 8 | Junior Assistant | 3840 | Tamil Nadu Municipal Corporation Service | 70 |
| 9 | Junior Assistant | 3512 | Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar Housing and Development Corporation Ltd. | 43 |
| 10 | Junior Assistant | 3851 | Greater Chennai Corporation | 134 |
| 11 | Tax Collector | 3854 | Greater Chennai Corporation | 107 |
| 12 | Junior Assistant | 3521 | Tamil Nadu Small Industries Development Corporation Ltd. | 25 |
| 13 | Junior Assistant | 3788 | Tamil Nadu Handloom Weavers Co-operative Societies Ltd. | 20 |
| 14 | Junior Assistant | 3816 | Tamil Nadu Police Housing Corporation Limited | 5 |
| 15 | Junior Assistant | 3520 | Tamil Nadu Power Finance and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited | 3 |
| 16 | Junior Assistant | 3321 | Tamil Nadu Medicinal Plant Farms & Herbal Medicine Corporation Limited | 6 |
| 17 | Junior Assistant (Accounts) | 3848 | Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited | 422 |
| 18 | Bill Collector | 3214 | Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board | 38 |
| 19 | Junior Administrative Assistant | 3835 | Tamil Nadu State Legal Services Authority | 42 |
| 20 | Junior Administrative Assistant (Computer Operator) | 3836 | Tamil Nadu State Legal Services Authority | 13 |
| 21 | Junior Assistant cum Typist | 3804 | Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu | 6 |
| 22 | Typist | 2200 | Tamil Nadu Ministerial / Legislative Assembly Secretariat / Secretariat Service | 856 |
| 23 | Typist | 4200 | Tamil Nadu Judicial Ministerial Service | 377 |
| 24 | Typist | 3834 | Tamil Nadu Small Industries Development Corporation Ltd. | 15 |
| 25 | Typist | 3846 | Tamil Nadu Waqf Board | 6 |
| 26 | Typist | 3844 | Tamil Nadu Municipal Council Service | 260 |
| 27 | Typist | 3852 | Greater Chennai Corporation | 56 |
| 28 | Typist | 3817 | Tamil Nadu Police Housing Corporation Limited | 2 |
| 29 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 2300 | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | 209 |
| 30 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 4300 | Tamil Nadu Judicial Ministerial Service | 145 |
| 31 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 3837 | Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar Housing and Development Corporation | 1 |
| 32 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 3838 | Tamil Nadu Small Industries Development Corporation Ltd. | 2 |
| 33 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 3847 | Tamil Nadu Waqf Board | 2 |
| 34 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 3672 | Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority | 1 |
| 35 | Steno Typist | 3845 | Tamil Nadu Municipal Council Service | 16 |
| 36 | Personal Clerk | 3841 | Tamil Nadu Municipal Corporation Service | 60 |
| 37 | Shorthand Typist (Grade III) | 3853 | Greater Chennai Corporation | 28 |
| 38 | Telephone Operator | 3822 | Tamil Nadu Forensic Science Subordinate Service | 1 |
| 39 | Executive Officer (Grade IV) | 1655 | Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Subordinate Service | 46 |
| 40 | Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies | 1095 | Tamil Nadu Co-operative Subordinate Service | 8 |
| 41 | Record Clerk (Grade III) | 3839 | Tamil Nadu Industrial Investment Corporation Limited | 19 |
| 42 | Senior Laboratory Assistant | 3746 | Arasu Rubber Corporation Limited | 1 |
| 43 | Laboratory Assistant | 3103 | Tamil Nadu Forensic Science Subordinate Service | 23 |
| 44 | Sales Assistant | 3806 | Tamil Nadu Handicrafts Development Corporation Limited | 10 |
| 45 | Forest Watcher | 3319 | Tamil Nadu Forest Subordinate Service | 40 |
| 46 | Forest Guard with Driving Licence | 3318 | Tamil Nadu Forest Subordinate Service | 1 |
| Total | 6,574 | |||
TNPSC Group 4 Apply Online 2026
The TNPSC Group 4 Apply Online process started on 6th October 2026. Candidates must first complete or access the TNPSC One Time Registration and then submit a separate online application for the Combined Civil Services Examination-IV. The last date to submit the TNPSC Group 4 application form is 5th November 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
Direct Link for TNPSC Group 4 Online Form 2026
How to Apply for TNPSC Group IV Recruitment 2026?
Candidates willing to appear for the Tamil Nadu PSC Group 4 Exam 2025 must first complete the online application process. Follow these simple steps to apply for Tamil Nadu PSC Group 4 Vacancy.
- Go to the official site of the TNPSC and click on the section ‘Recruitments’.
- Go to ‘One Time Registration and Dashboard’ and click ‘New Registration’, if you have not done so before.
- Fill in your details and register yourself with the TNPSC through one time registration procedure.
- Log in to the TNPSC website and choose Group 4 and your desired post under the same group.
- Fill in your personal, educational and other details correctly and precisely.
- Upload your photograph, signature, thumb impression and other necessary documents as instructed.
- Pay the application fee using the payment modes provided on the website.
- Carefully check your application and click ‘Submit’ after doing that. Remember to note down your Application and Enrolment Number.
TNPSC Group 4 Application Fees 2026
Candidates applying for TNPSC Group 4 are required to pay a One Time Registration (OTR). However the candidates who have already completed the registration do not need to register again. Check the TNPSC Group 4 application fee below.
| Fee Type | Amount | Details |
| One Time Registration Fee | Rs. 150 | Valid for 5 years |
| TNPSC Group 4 Examination Fee | Rs. 100 | Applicable for the Group 4 exam |
Mandatory Documents Required for TNPSC Group 4 Application 2026
The candidates should have all the required documents with them before applying for TNPSC Group 4 Application Form 2026. The required documents vary according to the post, qualification, and category.
- SSLC Mark Sheet / Certificate
- HSC Mark Sheet / Certificate, wherever applicable
- Diploma Certificate, wherever applicable
- Degree / Provisional Degree Certificate, wherever applicable
- Consolidated Mark Sheet
- Typewriting Certificate, wherever applicable
- Shorthand Certificate, wherever applicable
- Computer on Office Automation Certificate, wherever applicable
- Community Certificate, wherever applicable
- Proof for Age Concession, wherever applicable
- PwBD Certificate, wherever applicable
- Driving Licence for Forest Guard with Driving Licence
- Driving Experience Certificate for Forest Guard with Driving Licence
- First Aid Certificate for Forest Guard with Driving Licence
- Physical Standards Certificate for applicable Forest posts, when called for
- Recent Photograph
- Scanned Signature
TNPSC Group IV 2026 Selection Process
The TNPSC Group 4 Selection Process is based on the marks obtained in the written examination, followed by document verification and post allocation. There is no interview for TNPSC Group 4 recruitment.
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Written Test: The candidates will appear for the 3-hour duration OMR-based exam which is consisting of 200 objective type questions which have a maximum mark of 300 marks. This exam consists of subjects like General Tamil, General Studies, and Aptitude and Mental Ability.
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Merit Listing and Shortlisting: The TNPSC conducts the merit listing according to the marks scored by the candidate in the written test. Shortlisting of candidates who meet the necessary criteria.
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Document Verification: The selected candidates for the post must submit their original certificates relating to education, age, community, and others.
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Post Allotment: The eligible candidates will be allotted posts according to the rank, category, number of posts and other factors during recruitment.
Who is Eligible for TNPSC Group IV 2026?
The candidates applying for TNPSC Group 4 should meet the educational qualification, age limit and other technical requirements as per the post. Qualification varies from post to post. Qualification ranges from SSLC/10th pass to Degree. For posts like Typist, Steno Typist and Forest Guard there are some specific technical or physical qualifications. Here are the detailed TNPSC Group 4 eligibility criteria for all the posts.
TNPSC Group 4 Age Limit 2026
The minimum and maximum age limits vary according to the post and candidate category. The applicable age is calculated as prescribed by TNPSC in the recruitment notification.
| Post/Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| Village Administrative Officer | 21 | 30 |
| Junior Assistant/Bill Collector/Tax Collector/Revenue Assistant | 18 | 30 |
| Junior Assistant – posts with no maximum age limit for reserved categories | 18 | 30 |
| Junior Assistant cum Typist/Typist | 18 | 30 |
| Steno Typist (Grade III) | 18 | 30 |
| Executive Officer (Grade IV) | 25 | 35 |
| Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies/Record Clerk | 18 | 30 |
| Senior Laboratory Assistant/Laboratory Assistant/Sales Assistant | 18 | 30 |
| Forest Watcher | 21 | 30 |
| Forest Guard with Driving Licence | 21 | 30 |
TNPSC Group 4 Educational Qualification
The educational and technical qualifications differ across Group 4 posts and services. Candidates should check the requirements for the specific post before applying.
| Post | Service/Organisation | Required Qualification |
| Village Administrative Officer | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | Minimum General Educational Qualification |
| Junior Assistant (Security/Non-Security) | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | Minimum General Educational Qualification |
| Bill Collector | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | Minimum General Educational Qualification |
| Junior Assistant | Tamil Nadu Municipal Council/Corporation Services | SSLC Pass |
| Revenue Assistant | Tamil Nadu Municipal Council Service | SSLC Pass |
| Tax Collector | Greater Chennai Municipal Corporation | SSLC Pass |
| Junior Assistant | TN Small Industries Development Corporation Ltd. | UGC-recognised Graduate |
| Junior Assistant | TN Handloom Weavers Co-operative Societies | Degree + Diploma in Co-operative Management/Co-operation as applicable |
| Junior Assistant | TN Police Housing Corporation Ltd. | Recognised Degree |
| Junior Assistant | TN Power Finance & Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. | B.Com Degree |
| Junior Assistant (Accounts) | TN Power Distribution Corporation Ltd. | B.Com Degree |
| Junior Assistant | TN Medicinal Plant Farms & Herbal Medicine Corporation | Degree + Computer on Office Automation (COA) Certificate |
| Junior Administrative Assistant | TN State Legal Services Authority | SSLC Pass |
| Junior Administrative Assistant (Computer Operator) | TN State Legal Services Authority | SSLC Pass + Higher Grade Typewriting in English & Tamil + COA Certificate |
| Junior Assistant cum Typist | Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu | Minimum General Qualification + prescribed Typewriting + COA Certificate |
| Typist | Various Tamil Nadu services | Minimum General Qualification/SSLC, as applicable + prescribed Typewriting + COA Certificate |
| Steno Typist (Grade III) | Various Tamil Nadu services | Minimum General Qualification/SSLC, as applicable + prescribed Typewriting & Shorthand + COA Certificate |
| Personal Clerk | TN Municipal Corporation Service | SSLC Pass + Senior Grade Typewriting & Shorthand |
| Telephone Operator | TN Forensic Science Subordinate Service | SSLC Pass + Telephone Training Certificate |
| Executive Officer (Grade IV) | TN Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments | SSLC Pass or Tamil Pulavar Degree |
| Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies | TN Co-operative Subordinate Service | Minimum General Qualification/Intermediate or PUC, depending on category |
| Record Clerk (Grade III) | TN Industrial Investment Corporation Ltd. | SSLC Pass |
| Senior Laboratory Assistant | Arasu Rubber Corporation Ltd. | 12th Pass with Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Zoology/Botany |
| Laboratory Assistant | TN Forensic Science Subordinate Service | 12th Pass with Science |
| Sales Assistant | TN Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. | Any Degree |
| Forest Watcher | TN Forest Subordinate Service | Minimum General Qualification |
| Forest Guard with Driving Licence | TN Forest Subordinate Service | 12th Pass with Science/PCB + valid driving licence + required driving experience and other prescribed certificates |
Requirement for Mandatory Tamil Language
Candidates must have adequate knowledge of Tamil. The requirement can generally be satisfied through Tamil as a subject at SSLC, HSC or degree level, or through the prescribed TNPSC Second Class Language Test within the stipulated period after appointment.
Physical Standards for Only for Forest Guard Posts
Candidates applying for Forest Guard, Forest Guard with Driving Licence and Forest Watcher posts must also meet the prescribed physical standards.
| Category | Minimum Height | Chest – Normal | Chest – Expansion |
| Male | 163 cm | 79 cm | 84 cm |
| Male – ST | 152 cm | 79 cm | 84 cm |
| Female/Third Gender | 150 cm | 74 cm | 79 cm |
| Female – ST | 145 cm | 74 cm | 79 cm |
TNPSC Group 4 Exam Pattern 2026
The TNPSC Group IV examination will consist of a single OMR-based objective paper carrying 300 marks. The paper is divided into Part A, Part B and Part C. The TNPSC Group 4 syllabus consists of topics of Tamil Eligibility Test, General Studies and Aptitude & Mental Ability.
| Part | Subject | Standard | Questions | Marks |
| Part A | Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test | SSLC | 100 | 150 |
| Part B | General Studies | – | 75 | 150 |
| Part C | Aptitude and Mental Ability | – | 25 | |
| Total | 200 | 300 | ||
TNPSC Group 4 Salary
The salary of TNPSC Group 4 and pay level vary according to the Group 4 post and employing organisation. The notification includes posts under Pay Levels 3, 5, 8 and 10 along with separate corporation pay structures for certain posts.
| Post / Example | Pay Details Mentioned in Notification |
| Village Administrative Officer | Level 8 |
| Several Junior Assistant / Typist Posts | Level 8 |
| Junior Assistant – Handloom Weavers Co-operative Societies | ₹17,000 to ₹54,060 + EPF |
| Junior Assistant (Accounts) – Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation | Level 3 – ₹19,500 to ₹62,000 |
| Bill Collector – Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board | Level 3 – ₹16,600 to ₹52,400 |
| Several Steno Typist Posts | Level 10 |
| Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies | Level 10 |
| Senior Laboratory Assistant | Level 10 + EPF |
| Forest Watcher | Level 3 |
| Forest Guard with Driving Licence | Level 5 |
Posts Under TNPSC Group 4 Exam
The major posts included under the TNPSC Group 4/IV examination are:
- Village Administrative Officer (VAO)
- Junior Assistant (Non-Security)
- Junior Assistant (Security)
- Junior Assistant
- Bill Collector
- Junior Revenue Inspector
- Junior Executive (Office)
- Junior Assistant cum Typist
- Typist
- Steno Typist (Grade III)
- Personal Clerk
- Assistant
- Field Assistant
- Field Surveyor
- Draftsman
- Executive Officer Grade IV
- Junior Inspector
- Record Clerk Grade III
- Senior Lab Assistant
- Lab Assistant
- Sales Assistant
- Telephone Operator
- Forest Guard
- Forest Guard with Driving Licence
- Forest Watcher
- Forest Watcher (Tribal Youth)
TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026 Live Updates
TNPSC Group 4 Apply Online Starts
The TNPSC Group 4 application process started on 6th October 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official TNPSC examination portal.
Updated on: 06 Oct 2026 | 10:05:25 PM IST
TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 Released
TNPSC has released the Group 4 Notification 2026 for the Combined Civil Services Examination-IV. A total of 6,574 tentative vacancies have been announced.
Updated on: 06 Oct 2026 | 09:55:38 PM IST
TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Question: Is the TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 released?
Answer: TNPSC has released Notification No. 11/2026 for the Combined Civil Services Examination-IV on 6th October 2026.
Question: How many vacancies are announced in TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026?
Answer: There are 46 post entries for which 6,574 tentative vacancies are announced.
Question: What is the last date for application of TNPSC Group 4 Exam 2026?
Answer: The last date to apply for TNPSC Group 4 online application is 5th November 2026 till 11:59 PM.
Question: What is the selection process for TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026?
Answer: Selection is through a single stage written examination followed by applicable Certificate Verification and Counseling. Candidates of Forest Watcher & Forest Guard with Driving Licence also have to undergo the prescribed Physical Standards & Endurance Test.
Question: What qualification is required for Forest Guard with Driving Licence?
Answer: Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary with one of the prescribed Science subjects and must possess a valid Driving Licence, at least three years of applicable driving experience after obtaining the licence, basic automobile knowledge and a recognised First Aid Certificate.