TNPSC CTS Notification 2026 for Non-Interview Posts, Eligibility & Online Form
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The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) is going to release the TNPSC CTS Notification 2026 as expected on 20th May 2026 to recruit eligible candidates for various non-interview posts, including Assistant Engineer (Civil/Mech./Electrical), Environmental Scientist, Project Officer, and others. The online application dates for the Combined Technical Service Examination will be released along with the notification. Interested candidates who fulfill the required eligibility criteria can submit their application forms online at www.tnpsc.gov.in.
TNPSC CTS Notification 2026
As expected, the TNPSC CTS Notification 2026 for the Combined Technical Service Examination will be released on 20th May 2026 by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission at their official website www.tnpsc.gov.in with an aim to recruit eligible candidates for various non-interview posts. The notification PDF will carry all the essential information regarding the TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026, like eligibility criteria, selection process, registration dates, and more.
TNPSC CTS 2026- Summary
This recruitment will offer opportunities for candidates with technical and diploma/degree qualifications to secure government jobs in Tamil Nadu. The selection of candidates will be based on a multiple-stage selection process that will include Written Examination (Single Stage), Onscreen Certificate Verification, Physical Certificate Verification & Counselling (wherever applicable), and Final Selection & Ranking.
| TNPSC CTS 2026- Overview | |
| Organization | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Technical Service Examination |
| Post | Assistant Engineer (Civil/Mech./Electrical), Environmental Scientist, Project Officer, and others |
| Vacancy | To be Notified |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | To be Announced |
| Educational Qualification | Post Wise |
| Age Limit | Post Wise |
| Selection Process | Written Examination (Single Stage) Onscreen Certificate Verification Physical Certificate Verification & Counselling (wherever applicable) Final Selection & Ranking |
| Official Website | www.tnpsc.gov.in |
TNPSC CTS Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates who are willing to apply for the TNPSC CTS 2026 must make sure they fulfill the required eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification and age limit as specified by the officials. Check details below.
Educational Qualification
Post-wise educational qualification requirement has been tabulated below.
| S. No | Name of the Post | Educational Qualification |
| 1 | Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Degree in Engineering (Civil) |
| 2 | Assistant Engineer (Civil) | B.E. (Civil) or AMIE (Civil) |
| 3 | Assistant Engineer | Degree in Civil Engineering or AMIE (Civil) |
| 4 | Assistant Engineer (Civil) | B.E. (Civil/Structural) or AMIE (Civil) |
| 5 | Assistant Engineer (Civil) | B.E./B.Tech (Civil) |
| 6 | Assistant Engineer (Civil) | B.E./B.Tech (Civil) |
| 7 | Assistant Engineer | B.E. (Civil) or AMIE (Civil) + 1 year survey training |
| 8 | Assistant Engineer (Civil) | B.E./B.Tech (Civil/Traditional Architecture) or BFA (Sculpture) |
| 9 | Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil |
| 10 | Junior Electrical Inspector | Degree in Electrical Engineering |
| 11 | Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | B.E. (Electrical) or AMIE (Electrical) |
| 12 | Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | B.E. Electrical Engineering with ‘C’ Licence |
| 13 | Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical |
| 14 | Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | B.E. Mechanical Engineering |
| 15 | Assistant Director (Industrial Safety and Health) | Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Textile/Industrial/Production Engineering |
| 16 | Assistant Engineer (Agricultural Engineering) | B.E/B.Tech/B.Sc (Agriculture) or B.E (Mech/Civil/Production/Industrial/Automobile) |
| 17 | System Manager | B.E/B.Tech (CSE/IT/ECE/EEE) or MCA/M.Sc (CS/IT) |
| 18 | Computer Programmer | MCA or M.Sc (IT/Computer Science) |
| 19 | Junior Planner | Bachelor’s in Town Planning or B.E/B.Tech (Civil) or Bachelor’s in Architecture |
| 20 | Librarian | Any Degree + Degree in Library Science |
| 21 | Librarian Grade II | Bachelor’s in Library Science (B.L.I.S.) |
| 22 | Statistical Inspector | Degree with Statistics or Mathematics as main subject |
| 23 | Junior Scientific Officer | M.Sc (Forensic Science) or M.Sc in relevant subject (Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Computer Science) |
| 24 | Computor-cum-Vaccine Store Keeper | Degree in Statistics or Degree in Mathematics with Statistics |
| 25 | Assistant Statistical Investigator | Degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Economics/Applied Economics/Business Economics |
| 26 | Statistical Assistant | Master’s in Mathematics or Statistics |
| 27 | Research Assistant | First Class Post-Graduate degree in Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, Business Administration, Mathematics, Social Work, Sociology, Anthropology, Agricultural Economics, or Public Administration |
| 28 | Assistant Manager (Mines) | B.E. (Mining) + II class Mines Managers Certificate |
| 29 | Mining Engineer | B.E. (Mining Engineering) |
| 30 | Project Officer | Graduate in Mining Engineering OR PG Degree in Geology/Applied Geology |
| 31 | Assistant Engineer | Master’s in Environmental/Chemical Engg. or M.Tech (Environmental Science/Petroleum) with B.E. in Civil/Chemical/Environmental Engg. |
| 32 | Environmental Scientist | Master’s in Science (Chemistry, Biology, Zoology, Environmental Chemistry/Science/Toxicology, Microbiology, Marine Biology, Bio-Chemistry, Analytical/Applied Chemistry, Botany) |
| 33 | Assistant Sthapathi | B.Tech (Traditional Architecture) or BFA (Traditional Sculpture) |
| 34 | Executive Officer, Grade I | Degree in Arts, Science, or Commerce + Degree in Law |
| 35 | Agricultural Officer (Extension) | Bachelor’s in Agriculture + Knowledge of Tamil |
| 36 | Inspector of Fisheries | B.F.Sc. OR M.Sc. in Zoology/Marine Biology/Coastal Aquaculture, etc. |
| 37 | Junior Manager (Finance and Accounts) | Any Degree + Passed Intermediate CA or CMA |
| 38 | Junior Manager (Technical) | Chartered Accountant (CA) or Cost Management Accountant (CMA) |
| 39 | Senior Accountant | B.Com + Intermediate CMA or CA |
| 40 | Translator (Tamil Cell) | Degree in Law + Proficiency in Tamil |
| 41 | Assistant Section Officer (Translation) | Degree with Tamil as one of the subjects |
| 42 | Junior Chemist | B.Sc. (Chemistry) |
| 43 | Assistant Tourist Officer, Grade II | Degree in Travel and Tourism OR any Degree with Diploma in Tourism + Certificate Course in Computer on Office Automation |
| 44 | Community Officer | Master’s Degree in Social Work |
| 45 | Junior Manager (Personnel Administration) | Any Degree + Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management |
| 46 | Assistant Superintendent of Vigilance Institution | Master’s in Criminology or Forensic Science OR B.A. in Psychology or Philosophy with Psychology |
| 47 | Executive (P&A) | Master of Social Work or MBA or M.A. (Sociology) or Master of Personnel Management and Industrial Relations |
Age Limit
All Candidates who are applying should have a minimum age of 21 year and the maximum age limit varies post wise that has been tabulated below.
| Post | Maximum age | Person with benchmark disability | Ex-Servicemen | Destitute widow |
| Accounts Officer Class III | 32 | 42 | 50 | no maximum age limit |
| Agriculture | 34 | |||
| Assistant Manager | 32 | |||
| Assistant Manager (Legal) | ||||
| Senior Accounts Officer | ||||
| Manager Grade III (Finance) | ||||
| Senior Officer (Legal) | ||||
| Manager (Marketing) | NA | |||
| Deputy Manager (Mechanical) | ||||
| Deputy Manager (Electrical) | ||||
| Deputy Manager (Materials) | ||||
| Assistant Manager (Materials) | 42 |
TNPSC CTS Application Fee 2026
The candidates who will be applying have to pay an application fee before submitting their application forms. No form will be accepted without an application fee and will be rejected.
| Post | Application Fee |
| All Posts | Rs. 200 |
Steps to Apply for TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates applying for the TNPSC CTS recruitment 2026 posts can follow the instructions provided below. These steps will guide you through the entire online application process. Ensure all information is correct and updated before submitting the form.
- Go to the Official website of the TNPSC @tnpsc.gov.in
- On the homepage, select the recruitment section.
- Click on the online apply beside the Combined Technical Services Examination (Interview Posts) - II.
- Complete the registration process and fill out the application form by entering all required personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload passport-size photo, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee and then submit the online form.
TNPSC CTS Selection Process 2026
The selection of candidates will be based on a multiple-stage selection process. The selection process will include the following stages
- Written Examination (Single Stage)
- Onscreen Certificate Verification
- Physical Certificate Verification & Counselling (wherever applicable)
- Final Selection & Ranking
TNPSC CTS Exam Pattern 2026
The Exam Pattern mainly includes a written examination, and the exam pattern depends on the post applied for.
Paper I (Common for all candidates except Translator posts)
- Mode of Exam: Offline mode (OMR based)
- Type of Questions: MCQ
| Subject | Standard | No. of Questions | Duration | Maximum Marks |
| Part A: Tamil Eligibility Test | SSLC | 100 | 3 hours | 150 |
| Part B: General Studies | Degree | 75 | 3 hours | 150 |
| Part C: Aptitude & Mental Ability | SSLC | 25 | 3 hours | 75 |
| Total | 200 | 3 hours | 375 | |
For Translator & Assistant Section Officer (Translation) Posts
The pattern is slightly different.
| Post | Paper I (Same as above) | Paper II Subject |
| Translator | Tamil Eligibility Test + General Studies + Aptitude | Translation |
| Assistant Section Officer (Translation) | Tamil Eligibility Test + General Studies + Aptitude | Translation and Precis Writing |