Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission — Government of Tamil Nadu
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has issued an official recruitment notification for Deputy Collector, Assistant Commissioner, District Registrar, and others, announcing a total of 26 vacancies located in Tamil Nadu. The online application window opens on 30 June 2026 and closes on 29 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. and be within the prescribed age limit of 21 to 40 years (varies by category and post), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Level 22 of Tamil Nadu Government Pay Matrix. The selection procedure comprises Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 30 Jun 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
29 Jul 2026
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| Exam Date | 06 Sep 2026 |
| Post Name | Deputy Collector, Assistant Commissioner, District Registrar, and others |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 26 |
| Qualification | Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. |
| Age Limit | 21 to 40 years (varies by category and post) |
| Salary | Level 22 of Tamil Nadu Government Pay Matrix |
| Application Fee | Registration: Rs. 150; Prelims Exam: Rs. 100 |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview |
Prescribed Age: 21–40 Years (As on 29 Jul 2026)
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has issued the notification for the Combined Civil Services Examination - I (Group I Services) under notification number 05/2026. This recruitment aims to fill 26 high-level administrative posts across various state government departments. Candidates must submit their applications through the official TNPSC portal.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | 12 |
| Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) | 2 |
| Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies | 3 |
| District Registrar | 8 |
| Assistant Commissioner of Labour | 1 |
Applicants must hold a degree from a recognized university. The minimum age for all candidates is 21 years as of July 1, 2026. The maximum age limit varies based on community and post-specific requirements, generally ranging from 34 to 40 years for various categories.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 2026-06-30 |
| Application Last Date | 2026-07-29 |
| Correction Window | 2026-08-02 to 2026-08-04 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 2026-09-06 |
Candidates must first complete the One Time Registration (OTR) on the official website. The registration fee is Rs. 150, valid for five years. Once registered, candidates can proceed to the application form. Mandatory documents include a recent passport-size photograph (taken on or after 2026-06-23) with the name and date imprinted, and a scanned signature. The examination fee for the preliminary stage is Rs. 100, payable via online modes such as Net Banking, Credit Card, or UPI.
The selection process comprises three stages: a preliminary objective-type screening test, a descriptive main examination, and an oral test (interview). The preliminary exam consists of 200 questions covering General Studies and Aptitude, totaling 300 marks. Only those who qualify in the preliminary stage are eligible to sit for the four-paper main examination held in Chennai.
No, the Preliminary examination is strictly a screening test to shortlist candidates for the Main examination. Only marks from the Main examination and the Interview contribute to the final merit list.
Yes, the Combined Civil Services Examination - I covers all these posts. You apply for the service group as a whole.
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