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Written by: ARVIND KUMAR
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2025-07-06
Basic Information
Organization Name | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
Description | TNPSC conducts recruitment for various civil services in Tamil Nadu through examinations and selection processes. |
Post Title | Combined Civil Services Examination - IV (Group IV Services) |
Notification Number | 07 / 2025 |
Contact Number | 1800 419 0958 (Toll-Free, Available on Working Days 10:00 AM to 5:45 PM) |
Address | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission, TNPSC Road, V.O.C Nagar, Park Town, Chennai - 600003 |
Website | https://www.tnpsc.gov.in |
Dates
Date of Notification | 25.04.2025 |
Last Date for Online Application | 24.05.2025 (11:59 PM) |
Application Correction Window | 29.05.2025 (12:01 AM) to 31.05.2025 (11:59 PM) |
Date & Time of Examination | 12.07.2025 (09:30 AM - 12:30 PM) |
Application Fee
One-Time Registration Fee | ₹150 (Valid for 5 years) |
Examination Fee | ₹100 (Payable during online application submission) |
Payment Method | Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI |
Fee Exemptions |
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Refund Policy | Fees once paid are **non-refundable and non-adjustable**. |
Eligiblity Critera
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025) |
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Educational Qualification |
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Technical Qualification |
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Physical Standards (for Forest Guard & Watcher) |
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Vision Requirement (for Forest Guard - Driving) |
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Knowledge in Tamil | Candidates must possess adequate **knowledge in Tamil** (SSLC or equivalent with Tamil as a language). |
Post Details
Post Name | Post Code | Service / Organization | Total Vacancies | Pay Level |
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Village Administrative Officer | 2025 | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | 215 | Level 8 CPS |
Junior Assistant (Non-Security) | 2600 | Tamil Nadu Ministerial / Judicial Ministerial Service | 1621 | Level 8 CPS |
Junior Assistant | 3512 | Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar Housing and Development Corporation Ltd. | 6 | Level 8 CPS |
Junior Assistant (Security) | 2400 | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | 46 | Level 8 CPS |
Junior Revenue Inspector | 3670 | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | 239 | Level 8 CPS |
Typist | 2200 | Tamil Nadu Ministerial / Judicial Ministerial / Secretariat / Legislative Assembly Secretariat Service | 1099 | Level 8 CPS |
Steno Typist (Grade III) | 2300 | Tamil Nadu Ministerial / Judicial Ministerial Service | 335 | Level 10 CPS |
Personal Clerk | 3673 | Tamil Nadu State Election Commission | 2 | Level 8 CPS |
Forest Guard | 3317 | Tamil Nadu Forest Subordinate Service | 62 | Level 5 CPS |
Forest Guard with Driving Licence | 3318 | Tamil Nadu Forest Subordinate Service | 35 | Level 5 CPS |
Forest Watcher | 3319 | Tamil Nadu Forest Subordinate Service | 71 | Level 3 CPS |
Forest Watcher (Tribal Youth) | 3320 | Tamil Nadu Forest Subordinate Service | 24 | Level 3 CPS |
Post Category Wise
Post Name | Total Vacancies | General (UR) | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST |
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Village Administrative Officer | 215 | 107 | 21 | 58 | 20 | 9 |
Junior Assistant (Non-Security) | 1621 | 811 | 162 | 437 | 154 | 57 |
Typist | 1099 | 558 | 110 | 299 | 99 | 33 |
Steno Typist (Grade III) | 335 | 170 | 34 | 92 | 28 | 11 |
Forest Guard | 62 | 31 | 6 | 16 | 6 | 3 |
Forest Guard with Driving Licence | 35 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 4 | 2 |
Forest Watcher | 71 | 35 | 7 | 19 | 7 | 3 |
Forest Watcher (Tribal Youth) | 24 | 12 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
Total Vacancies | 3935 | 1932 | 384 | 1041 | 321 | 119 |
Selection Process
Stage | Details | Important Points |
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Stage 1: Written Examination | Candidates must appear for an **Objective Type Written Examination** as the first stage of selection. |
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Stage 2: Ranking & Merit List | Merit list prepared based on **total marks secured** in the written exam. |
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Stage 3: Onscreen Certificate Verification | Candidates shortlisted based on merit will undergo **onscreen certificate verification**. |
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Stage 4: Physical Standards & Endurance Test | Applicable only for **Forest Guard, Forest Watcher & related posts**. |
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Stage 5: Final Physical Certificate Verification & Counselling | Candidates who clear previous stages will be called for **final certificate verification & counselling**. |
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Stage 6: Appointment & Posting | Final selection and **posting based on merit & reservation rules**. |
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Exam Pattern
Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
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Part A | Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test | 100 | 150 | 3 Hours |
Part B | General Studies | 75 | 150 | |
Part C | Aptitude & Mental Ability | 25 | 150 | |
Total: 200 Questions | 300 Marks |
How to Apply
- Step 1: One-Time Registration
- Visit the official website: TNPSC Exams Portal
- Complete the **One-Time Registration (OTR)** process.
- Upload **scanned photograph (20 KB - 50 KB)** and **signature (10 KB - 20 KB)**.
- Pay **₹150 registration fee** (valid for 5 years).
- Step 2: Online Application Submission
- Log in using **OTR credentials**.
- Select the **desired examination**.
- Fill in **personal, educational, and category details**.
- Upload **required documents**.
- Step 3: Application Fee Payment
- Pay **₹100 examination fee** (via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI).
- Exempted Categories: SC/ST, PwBD, Destitute Widows, Ex-Servicemen (up to 2 free attempts).
- Save the **payment receipt** for reference.
- Step 4: Application Correction Window
- Edit application details between **29th May 2025 – 31st May 2025**.
- Corrections **after this period will not be allowed**.
- Step 5: Admit Card Download
- Download **Hall Ticket** from **TNPSC website** before the exam.
- Check details like **exam center, date, and time**.
- Step 6: Examination
- Appear for the **written examination** on **12th July 2025 (09:30 AM - 12:30 PM)**.
- Carry **Hall Ticket and valid ID proof** (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, etc.).
- Step 7: Selection Process
- Results will be published on **TNPSC website**.
- Qualified candidates will proceed to **document verification and counselling**.
- Final selection based on **merit and reservation policy**.
Link
Download Admit Card | Click Here |
Apply Online | Click Here |
Official Notification | click Here |
Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Faq's
The TNPSC Group IV Examination is conducted for direct recruitment to various posts under **Tamil Nadu
Ministerial, Judicial, Forest, and other services**. Candidates are selected through a **written
examination and document verification**.
Eligibility criteria include:
- Age Limit: 18 to 32 years (Relaxations for reserved categories)
- Educational Qualification: SSLC (10th Pass) or equivalent
- Technical Requirements: Typing or shorthand skills for certain posts
- Physical Standards: Required for Forest Guard and related positions
You can apply through **TNPSC’s official website**:
- Complete **One-Time Registration (OTR)**
- Submit the **online application**
- Pay the **application fee (₹100)**
- Download and save the confirmation receipt
The **selection process** consists of:
- **Written Exam (Objective Type)**
- **Onscreen Document Verification**
- **Physical Standards Test & Endurance Test** (For Forest Guard posts)
- **Counselling & Final Selection**
The exam consists of **200 Questions** (**300 Marks**):
- **Part A:** Tamil Eligibility Test - 100 Questions (SSLC Standard)
- **Part B:** General Studies - 75 Questions
- **Part C:** Aptitude & Mental Ability - 25 Questions
- **Duration:** 3 Hours
- One-Time Registration Fee: ₹150 (Valid for 5 years)
- Exam Fee: ₹100
- Exempted Categories: SC/ST, PwBD, Destitute Widows, Ex-Servicemen (up to 2 attempts free)
The **results** will be published on the **TNPSC website** after the completion of document verification.
Candidates will receive **SMS & email notifications** regarding the next steps.
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