The TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 was released on 6 October 2026 with 6,574 vacancies. Applications are open now and close on 5 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. The written exam is on 10 January 2027 (Sunday), 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
Posts include Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Junior Assistant, Typist, Steno-Typist, Bill Collector and Forest Watcher. This page covers the vacancies, eligibility, fee, exam pattern and syllabus, plus what to do first.
TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026: Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 6 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 6 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 5 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application correction window | 9 Nov 2026 (12:01 AM) to 11 Nov 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Written exam | 10 January 2027, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
Fill in your application early, because you can’t change anything after the correction window closes.
TNPSC Group 4 2026 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Exam | Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV Services) |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | 11/2026 / 747 |
| Total vacancies | 6,574 (tentative) |
| Post entries | 46 |
| Mode | Online application, OMR-based written exam |
| Apply at | tnpscexams.in |
| Notification and updates | tnpsc.gov.in |
TNPSC Group 4 Vacancy 2026: Post-wise Highlights
The notification lists 46 post entries. The vacancy count is tentative and can change before counselling. The department-wise split will be announced later.
| Post (Post Code) | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Assistant, Non-Security, Ministerial Service (2600) | 2,610 |
| Typist, Ministerial / Secretariat services (2200) | 856 |
| Junior Assistant (Accounts), TNPDCL (3848) | 422 |
| Typist, Judicial Ministerial Service (4200) | 377 |
| Village Administrative Officer (2025) | 291 |
| Typist, Municipal Council Service (3844) | 260 |
| Junior Assistant, Judicial Ministerial Service (4600) | 252 |
| Steno-Typist (Grade III), Ministerial Service (2300) | 209 |
| Steno-Typist (Grade III), Judicial Ministerial Service (4300) | 145 |
| Junior Assistant, Greater Chennai Corporation (3851) | 134 |
| Junior Assistant, Municipal Council Service (3842) | 119 |
| Tax Collector, Greater Chennai Corporation (3854) | 107 |
| Revenue Assistant, Municipal Council Service (3843) | 96 |
| Junior Assistant, Municipal Corporation Service (3840) | 70 |
| Personal Clerk, Municipal Corporation Service (3841) | 60 |
| Bill Collector, Ministerial Service (2500) | 59 |
| Executive Officer (Grade IV), HR&CE (1655) | 46 |
| Forest Watcher (3319) | 40 |
| Forest Guard with Driving Licence (3318) | 1 |
| Other 27 entries (smaller posts across corporations, boards and services) | 1,441 |
| Total | 6,574 |
The official PDF has the full 46-row list, including the smaller posts, with post codes and pay levels.
Eligibility: Which Post Fits You?
Qualifications differ by post, so check the exact post code before applying.
- SSLC (10th) pass: VAO, most Junior Assistant posts, Bill Collector, Revenue Assistant, Tax Collector, Record Clerk and Forest Watcher.
- Graduates: several Junior Assistant posts need a degree. These include any degree (3521 and 3816), B.Com (3520 and the 422-vacancy TNPDCL Accounts post 3848), and a degree plus the Computer on Office Automation certificate (3321).
- Typing and shorthand: Typist and Steno-Typist posts need the Government Technical Examination in Typewriting (and Shorthand for Steno). Most also ask for the Computer on Office Automation certificate. Where the notification allows it, you can acquire that certificate within probation or two years of appointment.
- 12th with Science: Forest Guard with Driving Licence needs Higher Secondary with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Zoology or Botany, plus a valid driving licence and driving experience.
Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)
| Category | Most posts | VAO | Forest Guard / Watcher |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (“Others”) | 18 to 30 | 21 to 30 | 21 to 30 |
| BC, BCM, MBC/DC | up to 32* | up to 40 | up to 33 |
| SC, SC(A), ST | up to 35* | up to 40 | up to 35 |
Executive Officer (Grade IV) has a separate range (25 to 35 for General).
Candidates in the reserved categories above have no upper age limit if their educational qualification is higher than the minimum required for the post. This doesn’t apply to VAO, Forest Guard or Forest Watcher. Extra concessions exist for persons with disabilities and ex-servicemen, and destitute widows get relaxed limits too. Check the post-wise tables in the notification for exact figures.
Physical Standards (Forest Guard with Driving Licence and Forest Watcher only)
| Height | Chest (normal) | Chest expansion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 163 cm (ST: 152 cm) | 79 cm | 5 cm |
| Female / Third Gender | 150 cm (ST: 145 cm) | 74 cm | 5 cm |
Shortlisted candidates for these posts also take an endurance test at Chennai. It is a 25 km walk for men and a 16 km walk for women and third-gender candidates, both within four hours.
How to Apply for TNPSC Group 4 2026
- Go to tnpscexams.in and complete the One Time Registration (OTR), or log in if you already have one.
- Open the Group IV notification and start your application.
- Choose your post option. If you’re willing to be considered for Forest Guard with Driving Licence or Forest Watcher, pick “All the Posts”. Otherwise pick “Posts other than Forest Guard with Driving Licence / Forest Watcher.”
- Fill in personal, education and community details and choose two exam centres.
- Upload your photograph, signature and certificates.
- Pay the fee unless you qualify for an exemption.
- Check everything and submit. Claims made after submission won’t be entertained.
Documents to keep ready: SSLC/HSC mark sheet (for date of birth), degree or consolidated mark sheet if applicable, typewriting/shorthand/COA certificates if applicable, community and age-concession proofs, and a photograph taken in the last three months (20 to 50 KB).
Application Fee
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| One Time Registration (valid 5 years) | Rs. 150 |
| Group 4 examination fee | Rs. 100 |
Fee concessions: SC, SC(A), ST, persons with benchmark disabilities and destitute widows get full exemption. Ex-servicemen get two free chances, and BC, BCM and MBC/DC candidates get three. Choose Yes or No for the concession carefully, because it can’t be edited later.
TNPSC Group 4 Exam Pattern
It’s a single OMR-based objective paper of 200 questions, 300 marks, in 3 hours, at SSLC standard.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test | 100 | 150 |
| B | General Studies | 75 | 150 (B + C together) |
| C | Aptitude and Mental Ability | 25 |
- You need at least 40% (60 marks) in Part A or Parts B and C won’t be evaluated.
- Parts B and C are in Tamil and English. Part A is in Tamil only.
- Total marks across A, B and C decide your rank.
- Differently abled candidates who studied only in English can opt for General English instead of Tamil.
- Leaving an answer unmarked on the OMR sheet can cost 0.5 mark, and a wrongly written register number can cost 2 marks. Read Annexure IV before exam day.
Syllabus Overview
Part B: General Studies (75 questions)
| Unit | Questions |
|---|---|
| Indian Economy and Development Administration in Tamil Nadu | 20 |
| History, Culture, Heritage and Socio-Political Movements of Tamil Nadu | 20 |
| Indian Polity | 15 |
| History, Culture of India and Indian National Movement | 10 |
| General Science | 5 |
| Geography | 5 |
Part C: Aptitude and Mental Ability (25 questions)
- Aptitude (15): simplification, percentage, HCF/LCM, ratio and proportion, simple and compound interest, area, volume, time and work.
- Reasoning (10): logical reasoning, puzzles, dice, visual and alpha-numeric reasoning, number series.
Part A: Tamil (100 questions): grammar, vocabulary, writing skills and literature at SSLC level, as set out in Annexure III of the notification.
Selection Process
- Written exam (rank is by total marks, with no interview).
- On-screen certificate verification, then physical certificate verification and counselling.
- Forest Guard and Forest Watcher candidates also take the physical standards and endurance tests.
For VAO, Junior Assistant and Steno-Typist, candidates are called in the ratio 1:3 for the general category and 1:1.5 for reserved categories. Typist is 1:3 and 1:2.
Preparation Tips
- Start with Tamil. Part A is half the marks, and the 60-mark cut-off decides whether the rest of your paper gets checked.
- Weight your time by questions. Economy and Tamil Nadu history/culture together carry 40 of the 75 General Studies questions.
- Practise aptitude daily. It is only 25 questions, and the topics are standard school-level maths.
- Plan backwards from 10 January. You have roughly 13 weeks, so schedule weekly mock tests from the second month.
Exam Day Rules
- Reach the venue one hour before the exam. Gates close 30 minutes before the start, so be inside by 9:00 AM.
- Mobile phones, smart watches, smart glasses, notes and wallets are banned. The Commission can’t guarantee safekeeping.
FAQs
When was the TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 released?
On 6 October 2026 (Notification No. 11/2026).
How many vacancies are there?
6,574 tentative vacancies across 46 post entries.
What is the last date to apply?
5 November 2026, 11:59 PM. The correction window runs 9 to 11 November.
What is the exam date?
10 January 2027, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
What is the qualification?
SSLC pass for most posts. Some need a degree, typing/shorthand certificates, or 12th with Science.
What is the application fee?
Rs. 100 exam fee plus Rs. 150 one-time registration (valid five years). Several categories are exempt.
Is there an interview?
No. Selection is by written exam, certificate verification and counselling.
Where do I apply?
At tnpscexams.in. Updates are at tnpsc.gov.in.