October 8, 2026 | Chennai | Education News: The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has opened recruitment for 6,574 Group 4 vacancies, giving government-job aspirants a major opportunity across posts including Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Junior Assistant, Typist, Steno Typist, Laboratory Assistant and other positions.
The recruitment notification was issued on October 6, 2026, and online applications have opened. Candidates can submit applications until November 5, 2026, while the written examination is scheduled for January 10, 2027. The recruitment also introduces several important application and ranking rules that candidates should understand before applying.
TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026: Key dates and vacancies
The latest TNPSC Group 4 notification 2026 covers 6,574 vacancies across 46 post entries.
| Recruitment detail | Latest information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission |
| Examination | Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV Services) |
| Notification number | 11/2026 |
| Advertisement number | 747 |
| Total vacancies | 6,574 |
| Applications begin | October 6, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | November 5, 2026 |
| Application correction window | November 9–11, 2026 |
| Written examination | January 10, 2027 |
| Exam mode | OMR-based objective examination |
| Exam duration | 3 hours |
The official TNPSC application portal confirms Notification No. 11/2026 and the January 10, 2027 examination date.
What posts are included in TNPSC Group 4 2026?
The 6,574 vacancies cover a wide range of government posts.
Among the major positions are:
- Junior Assistant
- Village Administrative Officer (VAO)
- Typist
- Steno Typist
- Junior Assistant (Accounts)
- Bill Collector
- Revenue Assistant
- Tax Collector
- Laboratory Assistant
- Sales Assistant
- Forest Watcher
- Forest Guard with Driving Licence
- Executive Officer, Grade IV
The recruitment notification contains 46 post entries, with educational and technical requirements varying according to the position.
Which posts have the highest number of vacancies?
The Junior Assistant category accounts for a substantial share of the recruitment. The notification includes 2,610 Junior Assistant (Non-Security) vacancies under the Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service, along with hundreds of Typist and other positions.
This makes the recruitment relevant to candidates with different educational and technical backgrounds rather than being limited to one qualification category.
What are the new TNPSC Group 4 rules candidates should know?
The latest recruitment includes several rules that applicants should carefully check before submitting their forms.
One important requirement concerns educational qualification sequencing. Candidates claiming a degree-level qualification for posts requiring such credentials must have obtained their qualifications in the prescribed order, beginning with the required school-level qualifications.
For posts such as Typist and Steno Typist, candidates must also meet the prescribed technical qualification requirements, including typewriting or shorthand credentials where applicable.
The exact qualification differs from post to post, so candidates should not assume that meeting the general Group 4 eligibility conditions automatically makes them eligible for every vacancy.
What is the TNPSC Group 4 exam pattern?
The Group 4 recruitment is conducted through a single OMR-based objective written examination.
The examination has 200 questions carrying 300 marks and runs for three hours.
| Examination component | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test | 100 | 150 |
| General Studies | 75 | 150 |
| Aptitude and Mental Ability | 25 | Included in total |
| Total | 200 | 300 |
The Tamil paper forms Part A, while General Studies and Aptitude and Mental Ability make up the remaining sections.
Candidates should therefore prepare not only general knowledge but also Tamil-language and aptitude components according to the official syllabus.
How will candidates be ranked in TNPSC Group 4 recruitment?
The latest rules specify that the merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the written examination, along with the applicable qualification and selection rules for individual posts.
For posts requiring technical qualifications, such as Typist and Steno Typist, candidates possessing the prescribed higher technical qualification can receive priority according to the relevant recruitment rules.
If candidates have the same examination marks and equivalent qualifications, age can become a tie-breaking factor, with the older candidate placed higher in the ranking under the stated rule.
What are the TNPSC Group 4 photo rules?
The latest notification also specifies a particular requirement for the photograph uploaded with the online application.
Candidates must upload a photograph taken on or after the date of the notification. The photograph should show the candidate’s name and the date on which the photograph was taken printed below the image.
Candidates are also required to retain the photograph in digital form.
This is a small but important application requirement because an otherwise eligible candidate could face problems if the prescribed image specifications are not followed.
What is the TNPSC Group 4 application deadline?
The last date to submit the online application is November 5, 2026.
The application correction window is scheduled for November 9 to November 11, 2026.
Candidates should therefore complete the application well before the deadline rather than relying on the correction period to fix major omissions.
What is the TNPSC Group 4 exam date?
The TNPSC Group 4 written examination is scheduled for January 10, 2027.
The official application portal lists January 10 as the examination date for Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV Services).
With the examination scheduled roughly three months after the application deadline, candidates have a defined preparation window following registration.
What educational qualifications are required for TNPSC Group 4?
Educational qualifications are post-specific.
Many Group 4 positions require the minimum general educational qualification, generally corresponding to SSLC-level eligibility. However, some positions require higher secondary or degree-level qualifications, while technical posts may require specific certificates.
For example:
- Typist posts require prescribed typewriting qualifications.
- Steno Typist posts require relevant shorthand/typewriting qualifications.
- Some Junior Assistant and Accounts posts require degree-level qualifications.
- Forest-related posts can have additional physical and technical requirements.
Candidates should therefore check the individual post code and qualification in the official notification before selecting posts.
How much does the TNPSC Group 4 application cost?
The recruitment requires a ₹150 One Time Registration (OTR) fee and a ₹100 examination fee, subject to the applicable exemptions and fee-concession rules.
Candidates who already have a valid OTR do not need to register again.
The exact fee exemption depends on the candidate’s category and circumstances, so applicants should verify the relevant provisions in the notification.
Why is TNPSC Group 4 recruitment important for government-job aspirants?
Group 4 recruitment attracts large numbers of candidates because it brings together a broad range of government positions under one competitive examination.
The previous Group 4 recruitment saw 13.89 lakh applications, according to recent reporting, highlighting the scale of competition for these posts.
With 6,574 vacancies announced for the 2026 cycle, applicants will need to pay close attention not only to the examination syllabus but also to post-specific eligibility and technical qualifications.
FAQ: TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026
How many vacancies are available in TNPSC Group 4 2026?
TNPSC has announced 6,574 vacancies under the 2026 Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV Services).
What is the last date to apply for TNPSC Group 4 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is November 5, 2026.
When is the TNPSC Group 4 exam 2027?
The written examination is scheduled for January 10, 2027.
What is the minimum qualification for TNPSC Group 4?
Qualification varies by post. Many positions require the minimum general educational qualification, while some posts require higher secondary, degree or technical qualifications.
How many questions are there in the TNPSC Group 4 exam?
The written examination contains 200 objective questions for 300 marks and is conducted over three hours.
Is there an interview for TNPSC Group 4?
The Group 4 recruitment is based on the written examination and subsequent certificate verification/counselling or other prescribed selection requirements; it does not have a conventional interview stage.
When can candidates correct their TNPSC Group 4 applications?
The correction window is scheduled for November 9 to November 11, 2026.
What candidates should do now
The TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026 process is now underway, with 6,574 vacancies and the January 10, 2027 examination date confirmed.
Candidates should first identify the posts for which they meet the exact educational, technical, age and other requirements. They should then complete the online application before November 5, carefully follow the photograph requirements and begin preparation based on the official examination pattern.
The new rules also underline an important point: Group 4 eligibility is not identical across all posts. Checking the individual post requirements before submitting an application can help candidates avoid eligibility-related problems later.
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