TNPSC Group 4 Exam 2026: Notification and Exam Date Announced
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released the official TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 for direct recruitment to various posts under the Combined Civil Services Examination – IV (Group IV Services).
As per the latest TNPSC Group 4 Notification No. 11/2026 dated 06.10.2026, a total of
6,574 vacancies have been notified across 46 posts. The written examination will be conducted on
10 January 2027.
Latest Update: TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 has been released on
6 October 2026. Online applications are invited from
6 October 2026 to 5 November 2026.
TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026
1. TNPSC Group 4 2026 – Overview
| Exam Name | Combined Civil Services Examination – IV (Group IV Services) |
| Notification Number | 11/2026 |
| Notification Date | 06 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 6,574 |
| Number of Posts | 46 Posts / Post Codes |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Website | |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 November 2026 – 11:59 PM |
| Exam Date | 10 January 2027 |
| Exam Time | 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| Examination Mode | OMR Based Objective Type Examination |
| Total Questions | 200 |
| Maximum Marks | 300 |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
2. TNPSC Group 4 2026 Vacancies
The latest notification has announced 6,574 tentative vacancies covering 46 posts/post codes. The number of vacancies may be modified before counselling.
| S.No. | Post | Post Code | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Village Administrative Officer | 2025 | 291 | Level 8 |
| 2 | Junior Assistant (Security) | 2400 | 28 | Level 8 |
| 3 | Bill Collector | 2500 | 59 | Level 8 |
| 4 | Junior Assistant (Non Security) | 2600 | 2,610 | Level 8 |
| 5 | Junior Assistant (Non Security) | 4600 | 252 | Level 8 |
| 6 | Junior Assistant | 3842 | 119 | Level 8 |
| 7 | Revenue Assistant | 3843 | 96 | Level 8 |
| 8 | Junior Assistant | 3840 | 70 | Level 8 |
| 9 | Junior Assistant | 3512 | 43 | Level 8 |
| 10 | Junior Assistant | 3851 | 134 | Level 8 |
| 11 | Tax Collector | 3854 | 107 | Level 8 |
| 12 | Junior Assistant | 3521 | 25 | Level 8 |
| 13 | Junior Assistant | 3788 | 20 | Level 8 EPF |
| 14 | Junior Assistant | 3816 | 5 | Level 8 EPF |
| 15 | Junior Assistant | 3520 | 3 | Level 8 EPF |
| 16 | Junior Assistant | 3321 | 6 | Level 8 |
| 17 | Junior Assistant (Accounts) | 3848 | 422 | Level 3 |
| 18 | Bill Collector | 3214 | 38 | Level 3 |
| 19 | Junior Administrative Assistant | 3835 | 42 | Level 8 |
| 20 | Junior Administrative Assistant (Computer Operator) | 3836 | 13 | Level 8 |
| 21 | Junior Assistant cum Typist | 3804 | 6 | Level 8 EPF |
| 22 | Typist | 2200 | 856 | Level 8 |
| 23 | Typist | 4200 | 377 | Level 8 |
| 24 | Typist | 3834 | 15 | Level 8 EPF |
| 25 | Typist | 3846 | 6 | Level 8 EPF |
| 26 | Typist | 3844 | 260 | Level 8 |
| 27 | Typist | 3852 | 56 | Level 8 |
| 28 | Typist | 3817 | 2 | Level 8 EPF |
| 29 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 2300 | 209 | Level 10 |
| 30 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 4300 | 145 | Level 10 |
| 31 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 3837 | 1 | Level 10 EPF |
| 32 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 3838 | 2 | Level 10 EPF |
| 33 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 3847 | 2 | Level 8 |
| 34 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 3672 | 1 | Level 10 |
| 35 | Steno Typist | 3845 | 16 | Level 10 |
| 36 | Personal Clerk | 3841 | 60 | Level 10 |
| 37 | Shorthand Typist (Grade III) | 3853 | 28 | Level 8 |
| 38 | Telephone Operator | 3822 | 1 | Level 8 |
| 39 | Executive Officer (Grade IV) | 1655 | 46 | Level 8 |
| 40 | Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies | 1095 | 8 | Level 10 |
| 41 | Record Clerk (Grade III) | 3839 | 19 | Level 3 EPF |
| 42 | Senior Laboratory Assistant | 3746 | 1 | Level 10 EPF |
| 43 | Laboratory Assistant | 3103 | 23 | Level 8 |
| 44 | Sales Assistant | 3806 | 10 | Level 8 EPF |
| 45 | Forest Watcher | 3319 | 40 | Level 3 |
| 46 | Forest Guard with Driving Licence | 3318 | 1 | Level 5 |
| Total | 6,574 | — | ||
Important: The vacancies are tentative. TNPSC has stated that the number of vacancies may be modified before counselling. Department / unit-wise vacancy distribution will be announced later.
3. TNPSC Group 4 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 06 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 06 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 November 2026 – 11:59 PM |
| Application Correction Window | 09 November 2026 – 11 November 2026 |
| Written Examination | 10 January 2027 – 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
Note: TNPSC has not specified a result date in the notification. Therefore, a fixed result date should not be mentioned until officially announced.
4. TNPSC Group 4 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational qualification is post-specific. It is not correct to state that every Group 4 post requires only 10th Standard qualification.
The notification includes posts requiring SSLC, Higher Secondary, degree, typewriting, shorthand, computer qualifications, driving experience and other technical qualifications.
Examples of Educational Qualifications
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| VAO | Minimum General Educational Qualification |
| Junior Assistant / Bill Collector / Revenue Assistant – applicable posts | SSLC / Minimum General Educational Qualification as prescribed for the particular post |
| Junior Assistant – Post Code 3521 | Degree from a University recognized by UGC |
| Junior Assistant – Post Code 3788 | Any Degree with Diploma in Co-operative Management / Co-operation as special subject |
| Junior Assistant – Post Code 3520 | B.Com Degree |
| Typist | SSLC + prescribed Government Technical Examination in Typewriting, depending on post |
| Steno Typist | Prescribed educational qualification + Typewriting and Shorthand qualifications |
| Forest Guard with Driving Licence | HSC with specified science subject + valid driving licence + prescribed driving experience and other requirements |
Important: Candidates must possess the educational / technical qualification prescribed for the respective post on the date of notification.
5. TNPSC Group 4 2026 Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 01 July 2026. The age limit is post-specific and category-specific.
| Post / Category | Age Rule |
|---|---|
| VAO – Others | 21 to 30 years |
| VAO – Reserved Categories | Up to 40 years, subject to notification conditions |
| Many Junior Assistant / Typist / Steno Typist posts | Minimum 18 years; maximum varies by category/post |
| Posts marked “No Maximum Age Limit” | Candidate should not have completed 60 years as specified by TNPSC |
| Forest Watcher / Forest Guard | Special post-wise age conditions apply |
Important: Do not use one common “18–60 years” rule for every Group 4 post. Candidates should check the age limit against the post code and community category.
View Detailed Group 4 Eligibility & Age Limit →
6. TNPSC Group 4 2026 Salary / Pay Level
The latest notification specifies the Level of Pay for each post. Since the pay level varies by post, candidates should check the individual post before estimating salary.
| Pay Level | Examples |
|---|---|
| Level 3 | Junior Assistant (Accounts), Bill Collector – Post Code 3214, Record Clerk |
| Level 5 | Forest Guard with Driving Licence |
| Level 8 | VAO, many Junior Assistant and Typist posts |
| Level 10 | Several Steno Typist / Personal Clerk / Junior Inspector posts |
7. TNPSC Group 4 2026 Application Fee
Examination Fee: ₹100
The examination fee of ₹100 must be paid while submitting the online application unless the candidate is eligible for fee exemption.
Candidates claiming fee concession should carefully select the appropriate option in the application. TNPSC has stated that false claims regarding fee exemption may lead to rejection of candidature and other action.
8. TNPSC Group 4 2026 Selection Process
Written Examination – Single-stage OMR-based written examination.
Onscreen Certificate Verification – Shortlisted candidates must upload supporting certificates.
Physical Certificate Verification – Applicable candidates will undergo certificate verification as prescribed.
Physical Standards / Endurance Test – Applicable to candidates opting for Forest Guard with Driving Licence / Forest Watcher.
Counselling – Eligible candidates are admitted to counselling based on rank, reservation and available vacancies.
Final Selection – Ranking is primarily based on written examination marks, subject to the rules and post-specific selection provisions.
Forest Posts: Candidates opting for Forest Guard with Driving Licence / Forest Watcher must satisfy the prescribed physical standards and endurance requirements in addition to the written examination requirements.
9. TNPSC Group 4 2026 Exam Pattern
The TNPSC Group 4 2026 examination is a single-paper OMR objective examination. There are 200 questions for 300 marks and the duration is 3 hours.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test | 100 | 150 |
| Part B | General Studies | 75 | 150 |
| Part C | Aptitude and Mental Ability | 25 | — |
| Total | 200 | 300 | |
Very Important – Tamil Qualifying Rule:
Candidates must secure at least 60 marks (40%) in Part A.
Only then will Part B and Part C be evaluated. The total marks obtained in Parts A, B and C will be considered for ranking.
The questions in Part A are set in Tamil only. Parts B and C are set in both Tamil and English.
10. TNPSC Group 4 2026 Syllabus
Part A – Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test
| Unit | Topic | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Unit I | இலக்கணம் – Grammar | 25 |
| Unit II | சொல்லகராதி – Vocabulary | 15 |
| Unit III | எழுதும் திறன் – Writing Skills | 15 |
| Unit IV | கலைச் சொற்கள் – Technical Terms | 10 |
| Unit V | வாசித்தல் – புரிந்து கொள்ளும் திறன் | 15 |
| Unit VI | எளிய மொழிபெயர்ப்பு – Translation | 5 |
| Unit VII | இலக்கியம், தமிழ் அறிஞர்களும் தமிழ்த்தொண்டும் | 15 |
Part B – General Studies
| Unit | Topic | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Unit I | General Science | 5 |
| Unit II | Geography | 5 |
| Unit III | History, Culture of India and Indian National Movement | 10 |
| Unit IV | Indian Polity | 15 |
| Unit V | Indian Economy and Development Administration in Tamil Nadu | 20 |
| Unit VI | History, Culture, Heritage and Socio-Political Movements of Tamil Nadu | 20 |
Part C – Aptitude and Mental Ability
| Unit I – Aptitude | 15 Questions |
| Unit II – Reasoning | 10 Questions |
The notification states that the unit-wise distribution of questions is indicative and TNPSC may marginally increase or decrease the number of questions from individual units if necessary.
📥 Download TNPSC Group 4 Syllabus PDF
11. TNPSC Group 4 2026 Important Documents
Candidates should keep their original certificates and supporting documents ready. TNPSC will call shortlisted candidates for certificate upload / verification as applicable.
SSLC / HSC certificates and mark sheets
Degree / Diploma certificates wherever required for the post
Typewriting / Shorthand certificates for applicable posts
Computer on Office Automation certificate wherever prescribed
Community Certificate where applicable
PSTM Certificate / supporting documents where applicable
Destitute Widow Certificate where applicable
Disability Certificate where applicable
Ex-Serviceman Certificate where applicable
Driving Licence and prescribed driving experience certificate for Forest Guard with Driving Licence
Important: Candidates must support every claim made in the online application with the required documents when called for verification.
12. TNPSC Group 4 Previous Year Question Papers
Practising previous year question papers is one of the best ways to understand the TNPSC Group 4 question pattern, difficulty level and recurring topics.
Note: The next Group 4 written examination is scheduled for 10 January 2027. Therefore, do not label the upcoming examination as a “2026 Group 4 Question Paper” until the examination has actually been conducted.
13. TNPSC Group 4 2026 Preparation Tips
Start preparation with the latest official syllabus.
Give special importance to the Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test because at least 60 marks are required in Part A for Parts B and C to be evaluated.
Study Tamil Nadu school textbooks according to the syllabus.
Prepare General Studies topic by topic instead of studying randomly.
Practise Aptitude and Reasoning questions regularly.
Solve previous year Group 4 question papers.
Take regular full-length 200-question OMR mock tests.
Revise current affairs regularly.
Check the eligibility requirements of the specific post before applying.
Important Resources & Downloads
| Resource | Action |
|---|---|
| TNPSC Group 4 Syllabus | |
| TNPSC Group 4 Study Materials | |
| TNPSC Group 4 Model Questions | |
| TNPSC Group 4 Previous Year Papers | |
| TNPSC Group 4 Eligibility & Age Limit |
FAQs – TNPSC Group 4 Exam 2026
1. When was the TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 released?
Ans: TNPSC released Group 4 Notification No. 11/2026 on 06 October 2026.
2. How many vacancies are available in TNPSC Group 4 2026?
Ans: A total of 6,574 tentative vacancies have been notified across 46 posts/post codes.
3. What is the TNPSC Group 4 2026 Exam Date?
Ans: The TNPSC Group 4 written examination will be conducted on 10 January 2027 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
4. What is the last date to apply for TNPSC Group 4 2026?
Ans: The last date for submission of the online application is 05 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
5. Is there an application correction window?
Ans: Yes. The Application Correction Window will be available from 09 November 2026 to 11 November 2026.
6. What is the TNPSC Group 4 exam pattern?
Ans: The examination consists of 200 questions for 300 marks and is conducted for 3 hours.
7. How many marks are required in Tamil?
Ans: Candidates must obtain at least 60 marks out of 150 in Part A Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test. Otherwise, Parts B and C will not be evaluated.
8. What is the TNPSC Group 4 application fee?
Ans: The examination fee is ₹100, unless the candidate is eligible for fee exemption.
9. Can degree holders apply for TNPSC Group 4?
Ans: Qualification depends on the post. Some posts require SSLC, while other posts in the notification require Higher Secondary, degree, technical or other specific qualifications. Candidates should check the qualification prescribed for the particular post code.
10. Is the TNPSC Group 4 2026 exam conducted in 2026?
Ans: No. The notification was released in 2026, but the written examination is scheduled for 10 January 2027.