Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has started the recruitment process for the Combined Technical Services under Adv No. 09/2025. The commission has accepted the applications online from 27th May 2025 at www.tnpsc.gov.in. A total of 615 vacancies have been notified across 47 posts in various government departments. Interested and eligible candidates must read all the eligibility requirements to apply for the TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2025.
TNPSC CTS Notification 2025
TNPSC has released the detailed notification on 21st May 2025 for the Combined Technical Services on its official website, www.tnpsc.gov.in. The advertisement includes like selection process, eligibility, salary, and steps to apply for the TNPSC Combined Technical Services Recruitment 2025. Download the notification from the link attached just below.
TNPSC Combined Technical Services Recruitment 2025
For all posts, candidates must have completed the age of 21 years, and for the post of Executive Officer, Grade I, the minimum age requirement is 30 years. In terms of educational qualifications, candidates should hold a degree in relevant fields like CA, M.A, M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech, B.A, B.Sc, B.Tech/B.E, B.Lib etc., depending on the specific post applied for. The overview of the TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2025 for non-interview posts are summarized in the below table.
TNPSC Combined Technical Services Recruitment 2025- Overview | |
Conducting Body | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission |
Post Name | Assistant Engineers, Junior Managers, Statisticians, Inspectors, Librarians, and others |
Vacancy | 615 |
Registration Dates | 27th May to 25th June 2025 |
Educational Qualifications | Degree/diploma as specified for each post |
Minimum Age Limit | 21 years |
Application fee | Rs. 100 |
Selection Process | Written Examination |
Official Website | www.tnpsc.gov.in |
TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2025- Important Dates
The application process for the TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2025 has started on 27th May 2025, and candidates can submit their applications online. The last date and time to submit the application is 25th June 2025 by 11:59 pm. Candidates can make correction if needed before 29th June 2025. The written exam is scheduled to be held from 4th August to 10th August 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification | 21st May 2025 |
Application Dates | 27th May 2025 |
Application Ends | 25th June 2025 |
Application Correction Window | 29th June 2025 |
Exam Date | 4th August to 10th August |
TNPSC CTS Vacancy 2025
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has announced 615 vacancies, out of which 116 are for Assistant Engineer (Agricultural Engineering). The vacancy distribution for the CTS Recruitment 2025 for all posts is mentioned in the table below.
Post Name | Vacancy |
Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 01 |
Junior Planner | 30 |
Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 03 |
Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | 01 |
Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 39 |
Assistant Sthapathi | 38 |
Executive Officer, Grade I | 05 |
Assistant Engineer (Agricultural Engineering) | 116 |
Junior Electrical Inspector | 02 |
Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 09 |
Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | 01 |
Agricultural Officer (Extension) | 08 |
Assistant Engineer | 92 |
Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 38 |
Assistant Director (Industrial Safety and Health) | 01 |
Inspector of Fisheries | 03 |
Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 02 |
Assistant Engineer | 38 |
Environmental Scientist | 14 |
Librarian Grade II | 02 |
Assistant Engineer | 41 |
Research Assistant | 01 |
Statistical Inspector | 01 |
Junior Scientific Officer | 09 |
Junior Manager (Personnel Administration) | 01 |
Junior Manager (Finance and Accounts) | 01 |
Computer Programmer | 01 |
Junior Manager (Technical) | 01 |
Assistant Superintendent of Vigilance Institutions | 01 |
Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 17 |
Translator (Tamil Cell) | 01 |
System Manager | 09 |
Assistant Section Officer (Translation) | 05 |
Senior Accountant | 04 |
Assistant Manager (Mines) | 12 |
Project Officer | 03 |
Executive (P&A) | 01 |
Statistical Assistant | 01 |
Mining Engineer | 01 |
Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | 01 |
Assistant Engineer (EPF) (Mechanical) | 03 |
Junior Chemist | 03 |
Community Officer | 15 |
Assistant Statistical Investigator | 33 |
Librarian | 01 |
Assistant Tourist Officer, Grade II | 04 |
Computor-cum-Vaccine Store Keeper | 01 |
Total | 615 |
TNPSC CTS Eligibility 2025
The Educational qualification and age criteria for various posts have been well described in the article. Candidates must meet these criteria to apply for the TNPSC Combined Technical Services Recruitment 2025.
Educational Qualification
Assistant Engineer (Civil) Posts:
- Assistant Engineer (Civil) – Post Code: 3270
- Must have a Civil Engineering Degree from a recognized university.
- Preference for candidates with Postgraduate Degree/Diploma in Public Health Engineering.
- Assistant Engineer (Civil) – Post Code: 3531
- Must have B.E. (Civil) or equivalent qualification.
- OR Passed Section A & B of the Institution of Engineers (India) in Civil Engineering.
- Assistant Engineer – Post Code: 1661
- Must have a Civil Engineering Degree, or
- Passed Section A & B of the Institution of Engineers (India).
- Preference for those with 1-year apprenticeship training under Government schemes.
- Assistant Engineer (Civil) – Post Code: 1656
- Must have B.E. in Civil or Civil & Structural Engineering, or
- Passed Section A & B in Civil Engineering.
- Preference for candidates with apprenticeship training and ex-servicemen.
- Assistant Engineer (Civil) – Post Code: 3663
- Must have B.E./B.Tech in Civil from a recognized university.
- Assistant Engineer (Civil) – Post Code: 3368
- Must hold B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering.
- Assistant Engineer – Post Code: 1660
- Must have B.E. in Civil, or
- Passed Section A & B and completed 1-year practical training in surveying.
- Preference for candidates with apprenticeship experience.
- Assistant Engineer (Civil) – Post Code: 3603
- Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Traditional Architecture, or Traditional Sculpture.
- Preference for degrees from Govt. College of Architecture and Sculpture, Mamallapuram.
- Assistant Engineer (Civil) – Post Code: 3232
- Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil from a recognized university.
- Junior Electrical Inspector – Post Code: 1666
- Must have a Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Preference for candidates with 1-year apprenticeship training.
- Assistant Engineer (Electrical) – Post Code: 3532
- Must have B.E. in Electrical or equivalent qualification.
- OR Passed Section A & B of the Institution of Engineers (India) in Electrical.
- Assistant Engineer (Electrical) – Post Code: 3610
- Must have B.E. in Electrical Engineering with a valid ‘C’ Licence.
- Assistant Engineer (Electrical) – Post Code: 3678
- Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) – Post Code: 3611
- Must have a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering.
Engineering & Technical Posts:
- Assistant Director (Industrial Safety & Health) – Post Code 1664
- Must have a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Textile, Industrial, or Production Engineering.
- Assistant Engineer (Agricultural Engineering) – Post Code 1667
- Main qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering or B.Sc. Agricultural Engineering.
- If not available, then degrees in Mechanical, Civil, Automobile, Production, Industrial, or Structural Engineering are accepted.
- System Manager – Post Code 3664
- B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, Electronics & Communication, or Electrical & Electronics
- OR MCA, M.Sc. in Computer Science or IT.
- Must have studied UG/PG after completing 12th (Higher Secondary).
- Computer Programmer – Post Code 3605
- Master’s degree in Computer Application or M.Sc. in IT/Computer Science.
Planning & Architecture:
- Junior Planner – Post Code 3602
- Bachelor’s degree in Town & Country Planning, Architecture, or B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
Library Science:
- Librarian – Post Code 1854
- Any degree + a degree in Library Science from a recognized university.
- Librarian Grade II – Post Code 3607
- Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science (B.L.I.S).
Statistics:
- Statistical Inspector – Post Code 1697
- A degree from a recognized university with Statistics or Mathematics as the main subject.
Scientific & Research Posts:
- Junior Scientific Officer (Post Code 1767)
- Must have M.Sc. in Forensic Science or M.Sc. in relevant subjects based on the group.
- Preference given to those with M.Sc. in Forensic Science.
Statistics & Data Management:
- Computor-cum-Vaccine Store Keeper (Post Code 3201)
- Degree in Statistics or Mathematics with Statistics.
- Should have studied specific statistics subjects like Applied Statistics, Probability, Practical Statistics, etc.
- Assistant Statistical Investigator (Post Code 1824)
- Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Applied/Business Economics.
- Statistical Assistant (Post Code 3125)
- Master’s degree in Mathematics or Statistics.
- Must have working knowledge of computer-based statistical tools.
Research & Analysis:
- Research Assistant (Post Code 1861)
- First-class PG degree in: Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, Business Administration, Mathematics, or Social Work, Sociology, Anthropology, Agricultural Economics, or Public Administration.
Mining & Geology Posts:
- Assistant Manager (Mines) (Post Code 3274)
- B.E. in Mining (preferably from Anna University).
- Must have a 2nd Class Mines Manager Certificate from DGMS, Dhanbad.
- Mining Engineer (Post Code 3612)
- B.E. in Mining Engineering.
- Project Officer (Post Code 3614)
- Graduate in Mining Engineering
- OR Postgraduate in Geology/Applied Geology.
Environmental and Science Posts:
- Assistant Engineer (Post Code 3269)
- Master’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, M.Tech. Environmental Science, or related fields.
- Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Environmental Engineering.
- Environmental Scientist (Post Code 3606)
- Master’s Degree in Science (Chemistry, Biology, Zoology, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Marine Biology, Bio-Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Botany).
Architecture and Law Posts:
- Assistant Sthapathi (Post Code 3527)
- Bachelor of Technology in Traditional Architecture or Bachelor of Fine Arts in Traditional Sculpture.
- Executive Officer, Grade I (Post Code 1653)
- Degree in Arts, Science, or Commerce and Law from a recognized university.
- Preference for candidates with a Diploma in Epigraphy and Archaeology or 5+ years of service in Religious Institutions.
Agriculture and Fisheries Posts:
- Agricultural Officer (Extension) (Post Code 1678)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture.
- Must have adequate knowledge of Tamil.
- Inspector of Fisheries (Post Code 1759)
- Bachelor of Fisheries Science from Tamil Nadu Fisheries University or a recognized university.
- Alternatively, M.Sc. in Zoology, Marine Biology, or related fields.
Finance and Accounts Posts:
- Junior Manager (Finance and Accounts) (Post Code 3352)
- Degree from a recognized university.
- Must have passed Intermediate Examination by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (CA) or Institute of Cost Accountants of India (CMA).
- Junior Manager (Technical) (Post Code 3608)
- Chartered Accountant (CA) or Cost Management Accountants (CMA).
- Senior Accountant (Post Code 3702)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce.
- Passed Intermediate examination by the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of India (CMA) or Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (CA).
Translation and Language Posts:
- Translator (Post Code 3106)
- Degree in Law from a recognized university.
- Proficiency in Tamil.
- Preference for experience in translating legal documents (English to Tamil).
- Assistant Section Officer (Translation) (Post Code 2069)
- Degree with Tamil as one of the subjects.
Chemistry Posts:
- Junior Chemist (Post Code 3609)
- B.Sc. in Chemistry.
Tourism and Community Posts:
- Assistant Tourist Officer, Grade II (Post Code 3111)
- Degree in Travel and Tourism or any degree with a Diploma in Tourism.
- Certificate Course in Computer (Office Automation) from a recognized institute.
- Proficiency in English and Tamil (must have studied both languages at SSLC or HSC level).
- Community Officer (Post Code 3701)
- Master’s Degree in Social Work from a recognized university.
Personnel and Administration Posts:
- Junior Manager (Personnel Administration) (Post Code 3613)
- Degree from a recognized university.
- Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution.
- Assistant Superintendent of Vigilance Institutions (Post Code 2086)
- Master’s Degree in Criminology or Forensic Science, or
- B.A. in Psychology or Philosophy, with Psychology as one of the subjects.
- Executive (P&A) (Post Code 3604)
- Master’s in Social Work, MBA, M.A. in Sociology, or Master of Personnel Management and Industrial Relations from a recognized university/institution.
Age Criteria (as on 01/07/2025)
- Minimum Age (for all posts): 21 years
- Minimum Age (only for Executive Officer, Grade I – Post Code: 1653): 30 years
TNPSC CTS Application Form 2025
The direct link to apply for TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2025 is now active on the official website www.tnpsc.gov.in. Candidates can apply for various posts by clicking the link given below. It is advised to submit the application carefully to avoid any further changes. However, you can change the data before 29th June 2025.
TNPSC CTS Selection Process 2025
Candidates will be selected for Combined Technical Services (Non-Interview Posts) through a written examination:
- Written Exam Only: The selection will be through one written exam (no interview).
- Ranking & Merit List: Final ranking is based on total marks in Part B and C of Paper I and Paper II
TNPSC Combined Technical Services Exam Pattern 2025
Posts other than Translator and Assistant Section Officer (Translation):
Paper | Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
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Paper I | Part A – Tamil Eligibility Test | 100 | 150 | 3 hours |
Part B – General Studies | 75 | 150 | ||
Part C – Aptitude and Mental Ability | 25 | |||
Paper II | Subject Paper | 200 | 300 | 3 hours |
Total | (Part B and Part C of Paper-I and Paper-II) | 450 |
Translator Post
Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
---|---|---|---|---|
Paper I | Part A – Tamil Eligibility Test | 100 | 150 | 3 hours |
Part B – General Studies | 75 | 150 | ||
Part C – Aptitude and Mental Ability | 25 | |||
Paper II | Translation | — | 100 | 2 hours and 30 minutes |
Total | (Part B and Part C of Paper-I and Paper-II) | 250 |
Assistant Section Officer (Translation) Post
Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
---|---|---|---|---|
Paper I | Part A – Tamil Eligibility Test | 100 | 150 | 3 hours |
Part B – General Studies | 75 | 150 | ||
Part C – Aptitude and Mental Ability | 25 | |||
Paper II | Translation and Precis Writing | — | 300 | 3 hours |
Total | (Part B and Part C of Paper-I and Paper-II) | 450 |