The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released its 2026 Group 4 recruitment notification, announcing 6,574 tentative vacancies across various Tamil Nadu government departments and services. The recruitment is being conducted under the Combined Civil Services Examination–IV.
The notification was issued on 6 October 2026. Online applications are open until 5 November 2026, and the written examination is scheduled for 10 January 2027.
The vacancies include Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Junior Assistant, Typist, Steno-Typist, Bill Collector, Forest Watcher, Forest Guard and other posts. Candidates should read the post-specific eligibility requirements carefully because educational qualifications, technical skills and other conditions can differ by position.
Official application portal: apply.tnpscexams.in
TNPSC Group 4 2026: Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 6 October 2026 |
| Online application begins | 6 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 5 November 2026 |
| Application correction window | 9–11 November 2026 |
| Written examination | 10 January 2027 |
| Examination time | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM |
The dates are listed in the TNPSC notification portal and recruitment information published for Notification No. 11/2026. Candidates should check the official TNPSC notifications page for any subsequent changes.
How many vacancies are available?
The commission has announced a total of 6,574 tentative vacancies across different posts and departments.
Some of the key post categories include:
| Post | Vacancies reported |
|---|---|
| Junior Assistant (Non-Security), one listed category | 2,610 |
| Typist, one listed category | 856 |
| Junior Assistant (Accounts) | 422 |
| Typist, another listed category | 377 |
| Village Administrative Officer (VAO) | 291 |
| Steno-Typist, Grade III, one listed category | 209 |
| Bill Collector | 59 |
| Forest Watcher | 40 |
| Junior Assistant (Security) | 28 |
| Forest Guard with Driving Licence | 1 |
These are selected entries, not the complete vacancy list. The notification includes multiple service and department categories, and some job titles appear in more than one category. Candidates should use the official notification to confirm the exact post code, department, vacancy count and eligibility for the post they intend to select.
What jobs can you apply for?
The Group 4 recruitment covers a range of administrative, clerical, revenue and forest-related roles.
1. Village Administrative Officer (VAO)
VAOs perform village-level revenue and administrative functions. Candidates interested in this role should review the specific educational qualifications, age conditions and other requirements stated in the notification.
2. Junior Assistant
Junior Assistant roles involve administrative and office-related work across government departments. The notification includes different categories, such as non-security and accounts positions, so applicants must verify the applicable qualifications and service details.
3. Typist
Typist posts have specific typing and technical-skill requirements. Candidates should check the prescribed qualifications, typing credentials and language requirements for the particular post code.
4. Steno-Typist
Steno-Typist posts may require shorthand and typewriting qualifications in addition to the general eligibility conditions. Verify the required grades and language combinations before applying.
5. Other posts
The notification also covers posts such as Bill Collector, Tax Collector, Revenue Assistant, Forest Watcher, Forest Guard with Driving Licence and other positions. Requirements vary by post.
Who is eligible for TNPSC Group 4?
Eligibility is not identical for every post. Before applying, check the official notification for the following conditions.
Educational qualification: Many Group 4 posts require a minimum school-level qualification, while certain posts require specific technical or typing qualifications. Do not assume that meeting the minimum requirement for one post makes you eligible for every post.
Age limit: Age requirements vary by post and category. The applicable cut-off date, minimum age, maximum age and relaxations must be checked in the official notification.
Tamil-language requirements: Candidates must review the Tamil-language eligibility provisions and any post-specific requirements included in the examination notification.
Other conditions: Certain positions may require additional qualifications, licences, certificates or skills. For forest-related posts, check all special requirements carefully.
Applicants claiming age relaxation, fee exemption or other concessions should confirm the relevant category conditions and supporting documents before submitting the form.
TNPSC Group 4 application fee
The reported fee structure for the 2026 recruitment is:
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| One-Time Registration (OTR), where applicable | ₹150 |
| Examination fee | ₹100 |
| Eligible fee-exempt candidates | As permitted under TNPSC rules |
One-Time Registration is generally valid for five years, but it does not replace the need to submit an application for the specific examination.
Fee exemptions depend on the applicable rules and the candidate’s category and previous fee-exemption history. Check the official notification before paying. Save the transaction acknowledgement and verify that the application status reflects successful submission.
How to apply online for TNPSC Group 4 2026
Applications must be submitted through the TNPSC online portal.
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