The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 6574 Group 4 vacancies for various posts under the Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV Services). This year, TNPSC has announced 6574 vacancies for Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Junior Assistant, Bill Collector, Typist, Steno Typist, Tax Collector, and other posts. The online application process has started, and eligible candidates can submit their applications on or before 5 November 2026.
The TNPSC Group 4 Exam, also known as the TNPSC Combined Civil Service Examination Group 4, is a state-level competitive exam conducted every year by the Tamil Nadu Public Services Commission (TNPSC) to recruit eligible candidates for various Group 4 posts.
TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 Out
TNPSC has published the detailed Group 4 Notification 2026 PDF (Advt No. 11/2026) containing information about vacancies, eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, physical standards, examination scheme, syllabus, reservation, application procedure, examination centres, and other instructions. Candidates should read the complete notification before submitting the application because eligibility conditions differ for different posts.
| TNPSC Group 4 Exam 2026: Overview | |
|---|---|
| Name of the Commission | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Name of the Examination | Group 4 (குரூப் 4)- Combined Civil Services Examination – IV (Group-IV Services & VAO) |
| Notification No. | 11/2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 747 |
| Posts | Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Junior Assistant, Bill Collector, Typist, Steno Typist, Tax Collector, Revenue Assistant, Executive Officer, Forest Watcher and Forest Guard with Driving Licence, among others. |
| Number of Vacancies | 6574 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 6 October to 5 November 2026 |
| Salary Structure | Rs. 16,600- Rs. 20,600 (Based on post) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam, Document Verification |
| Age Limit | Min Age: 18 years |
| Qualification | post-wise different |
| Job Location | Tamil Nadu |
| Official Website | www.tnpsc.gov.in |
| Notification PDF | TNPSC Group 4 Official PDF |
TNPSC Group 4 Exam 2026: Important Dates
The complete schedule for TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026 has been released along with official notification pdf and same can be checked from here.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| TNPSC Group 4 2026 Notification | 6 October 2026 |
| TNPSC Group 4 Apply Online Starts | 6 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 November 2026 (11:59 pm) |
| Last Date to pay the application fee | 5 November 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 9 to 11 November 2026 |
| TNPSC Group 4 Exam Date | 10 January 2027 |
When is the TNPSC Group 4 exam?
The written exam has been scheduled for 10 January 2027 in a single shift from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
TNPSC Group 4 Vacancy 2026
TNPSC has announced 6,574 tentative vacancies under Group 4 Recruitment 2026. The vacancies are distributed across 46 post entries, and the same can be checked in the table below.
| Post Code | Posts | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Village Administrative Officer (VAO) | 291 | Level 8 |
| 2400 | Junior Assistant (Security) | 28 | Level 8 |
| 2500 | Bill Collector | 59 | Level 8 |
| 2600 | Junior Assistant (Non-Security) | 2610 | Level 8 |
| 4600 | Junior Assistant (Non-Security) | 252 | Level 8 |
| 3842 | Junior Assistant | 119 | Level 8 |
| 3843 | Revenue Assistant | 96 | Level 8 |
| 3840 | Junior Assistant | 70 | Level 8 |
| 3512 | Junior Assistant | 43 | Level 8 |
| 3851 | Junior Assistant | 134 | Level 8 |
| 3854 | Tax Collector | 107 | Level 8 |
| 3521 | Junior Assistant | 25 | Level 8 |
| 3788 | Junior Assistant | 20 | Rs. 17,000–54,060 |
| 3816 | Junior Assistant | 5 | Level 8 |
| 3520 | Junior Assistant | 3 | Level 8 |
| 3321 | Junior Assistant | 6 | Level 8 |
| 3848 | Junior Assistant (Accounts) | 422 | Level 3 |
| 3214 | Bill Collector | 38 | Level 3 |
| 3835 | Junior Administrative Assistant | 42 | Level 8 |
| 3836 | Junior Administrative Assistant (Computer Operator) | 13 | Level 8 |
| 3804 | Junior Assistant cum Typist | 6 | Level 8 |
| 2200 | Typist | 856 | Level 8 |
| 4200 | Typist | 377 | Level 8 |
| 3834 | Typist | 15 | Level 8 |
| 3846 | Typist | 6 | Level 8 |
| 3844 | Typist | 260 | Level 8 |
| 3852 | Typist | 56 | Level 8 |
| 3817 | Typist | 2 | Level 8 |
| 2300 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 209 | Level 10 |
| 4300 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 145 | Level 10 |
| 3837 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 1 | Level 10 |
| 3838 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 2 | Level 10 |
| 3847 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 2 | Level 8 |
| 3672 | Steno Typist (Grade III) | 1 | Level 10 |
| 3845 | Steno Typist | 16 | Level 10 |
| 3841 | Personal Clerk | 60 | Level 8 |
| 3853 | Shorthand Typist (Grade III) | 28 | Level 10 |
| 3822 | Telephone Operator | 1 | Level 8 |
| 1655 | Executive Officer (Grade IV) | 46 | Level 8 |
| 1095 | Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies | 8 | Level 10 |
| 3839 | Record Clerk (Grade III) | 19 | Level 3 |
| 3746 | Senior Laboratory Assistant | 1 | Level 10 |
| 3103 | Laboratory Assistant | 23 | Level 8 |
| 3806 | Sales Assistant | 10 | Level 8 |
| 3319 | Forest Watcher | 40 | Level 3 |
| 3318 | Forest Guard with Driving Licence | 1 | Level 5 |
| Total | 6,574 | ||
TNPSC Group 4 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates planning to apply for the TNPSC Group 4 exam must meet the age limits, educational qualifications, physical standards, and language proficiency for various posts. Check the complete details below.
TNPSC Group 4 Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as of 1 July 2026. The minimum and maximum age differ according to the post and category.
For several posts, candidates belonging to the general/other category have a minimum age of 18 years, while VAO requires candidates to have completed 21 years. For Forest Watcher and Forest Guard with Driving Licence, the minimum age is also 21 years.
Candidates should check the post-wise age table in the official notification because maximum age limits and concessions vary by post and category.
No Maximum Age Limit Posts
For certain posts/categories, TNPSC specifies no maximum age limit, subject to the condition that the candidate should not have completed 60 years as on 1 July 2026 or at the time of selection/appointment.
For reserved-category candidates possessing a general educational qualification higher than the minimum qualification, the notification also provides special provisions regarding the maximum age limit.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification depends on the post.
For several posts such as VAO, Junior Assistant and Bill Collector, the minimum general educational qualification/SSLC qualification is prescribed. Some posts require graduation, B.Com., technical qualifications, typewriting, shorthand, computer office automation or other specialised qualifications.
Important Qualification Requirements
- VAO: Minimum General Educational Qualification.
- Several Junior Assistant/related posts: SSLC or minimum general educational qualification.
- Some Junior Assistant posts: Degree qualification.
- Junior Assistant (Accounts): B.Com. degree.
- Typist posts: SSLC/minimum qualification along with prescribed Typewriting qualification.
- Steno Typist posts: Prescribed educational qualification along with Typewriting and Shorthand qualifications.
- Forest Watcher: Minimum General Educational Qualification.
- Forest Guard with Driving Licence: Higher Secondary qualification with specified science subjects, valid driving licence, driving experience, automobile knowledge and first-aid qualification.
Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification on the date of notification.
Knowledge of Tamil
Candidates must possess adequate knowledge of Tamil on the date of notification. The notification considers candidates eligible if they have studied Tamil as a language or studied through Tamil medium in the prescribed manner or have passed the Second Class Language Test in Tamil conducted by TNPSC.
Candidates may be required to upload relevant SSLC, HSC, degree/PG mark sheets or proof of passing the prescribed Tamil language test.
Computer Qualification
The applicants applying for TNPSC Group 4 Typist & Steno-typist posts should have passed the “Certificate Course in Computer on Office Automation” awarded by the Technical Education Department to be eligible to apply for TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2026.
TNPSC Group 4 Physical Standards
Physical standards are particularly important for candidates applying for Forest Watcher and Forest Guard with a driving licence.
| Gender | Height – Other than ST | Height – ST | Chest Normal | Chest Expansion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 163 cm | 152 cm | 79 cm | 5 cm |
| Female/Third Gender | 150 cm | 145 cm | 74 cm | 5 cm |
TNPSC Group 4 2026 Online Form
The online application process for the TNPSC Group 4 Notification 2026 has been started with the release of the official notification on 6 October 2026. The link for the online application is active at www.tnpsc.gov.in. The application forms will be accepted in online, and candidates have to submit their applications between 6 October and 5 November 2026.
TNPSC Group 4 Apply Online 2026 (Active)- Click to Apply
Documents Required for TNPSC Group 4 Apply Online 2026
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar Card or other valid ID details | Identity and personal details |
| SSLC/10th marksheet or certificate | Date of birth and educational qualification |
| HSC/12th marksheet | If applicable to the post |
| Degree or diploma certificate | If required for the selected post |
| Community certificate | For candidates claiming reservation |
| PwBD certificate | For eligible candidates claiming disability benefits |
| Destitute Widow certificate | If claiming applicable reservation or concession |
| Ex-serviceman certificate | If claiming applicable reservation or concession |
| PSTM certificate | If claiming Person Studied in Tamil Medium benefits |
| Relevant technical qualification certificate | For posts requiring specific qualifications |
| Recent photograph and signature | If required by the online application portal |
TNPSC Group 4 Application Fee 2026
- There is a one-time registration fee of Rs. 150/- (valid for 5 years). Candidates who are already registered are not required to register again.
- There is an Examination Fee of Rs. 100/-, which is for the TNPSC Group 4 exam only.
Note- The fee is payable by online mode through Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card on or before the last date of submission of the online application. - Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Caste (Arunthathiyars)/Scheduled Tribes/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Destitute Widows are exempted from the TNPSC Group 4 Examination Fee.
- Most Backward Classes/Denotified Communities/Backwards Classes (Other than Muslim)/ Backward Classes (Muslim) have 3 free chances, while Ex-Servicemen have 2 free chances.
Steps to Apply for TNPSC Group 4 2026
- Visit the official TNPSC application portal.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR), if not already registered.
- Log in using the registered credentials.
- Select the Group 4/Combined Civil Services Examination-IV application.
- Enter personal and educational details.
- Select the eligible post(s) as applicable.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the applicable examination fee.
- Preview the complete application carefully.
- Submit the application form.
- Save and download the final submitted application for future reference.
TNPSC Group 4 Selection Process 2026
The TNPSC Group 4 examination is a single-stage written examination. The ranking list is prepared based on the marks secured in the written examination.
After the written examination, candidates are shortlisted for subsequent stages such as onscreen certificate verification, physical certificate verification and counselling, depending on the post.
For VAO, Junior Assistant, Typist and Steno Typist posts, candidates are shortlisted for onscreen certificate verification in the prescribed ratios. For Forest Guard with Driving Licence and Forest Watcher posts, a separate ratio is prescribed.
For forest-related posts, candidates may also have to qualify in the prescribed physical standards/endurance-related requirements.
TNPSC Group 4 Exam Pattern 2026
The TNPSC Group 4 written examination consists of one paper with three parts. The paper contains 200 questions for 300 marks and is conducted for 3 hours.
| Parts | Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | Tamil Eligibility-Cum-Scoring Test | 100 | 150 |
| Part B | General Studies | 75 | 150 |
| Part C | Aptitude and Mental Ability | 25 | |
| Total | 200 | 300 | |
The examination is conducted through OMR objective mode. Candidates must secure at least 40% (60 marks) in Part A for Parts B and C to be evaluated. The marks secured in all three parts are considered for ranking.
Note- Part B will be evaluated only if the candidate secures minimum qualifying marks of 40% (i.e., 60 Marks) in Part A.
TNPSC Group 4 Exam 2026 Syllabus
The candidates must begin their preparation with the subject-wise TNPSC Group 4 syllabus. There are 3 sections in the TNPSC Group 4 Syllabus from which the questions will be asked:
- Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test
- General Studies
- Aptitude & Mental Ability Test
Part A: Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test
This is the first and most important qualifying component of the paper.
Candidates should prepare areas including:
Tamil Grammar
- எழுத்து
- சொல்
- பொருள்
- இலக்கணம்
- இலக்கண வகைகள்
- பிழை திருத்தம்
- சொல் பயன்பாடு
- எதிர்ச்சொல்
- இணைச்சொல்
- ஒருபொருள் பல சொற்கள்
- பலபொருள் சொற்கள்
Tamil Vocabulary
- Synonyms
- Antonyms
- Appropriate word usage
- Vocabulary-based questions
- Proverbs
- Idioms
- Common Tamil expressions
Tamil Literature
Important Tamil literary works
- Authors and poets
- Literary periods
- Important works
- Questions based on prescribed texts
- Tamil culture and literary heritage
Tamil Comprehension
- Passage-based questions
- Meaning of words
- Main idea
- Interpretation
- Grammar-based questions from passages
For detailed syllabus, click below link to check
TNPSC Group 4 Syllabus 2026 [Revised]
TNPSC Group 4 Ranking and Tie-Breaking Rules
The merit/ranking list is prepared based on the total marks obtained in the written examination.
- If two or more candidates secure equal marks:
- The candidate with the higher qualification gets preference.
- For Typist and Steno Typist posts, higher technical qualification is considered.
- After technical qualification, higher educational qualification is considered.
- If marks and qualification are also equal, the candidate senior in age is placed higher.
- If age is also the same, the candidate who submitted the application earlier, based on the application number, gets preference.
TNPSC Group 4 Previous Year Question Papers- Download PDF
TNPSC Group 4 2026 Salary
The salary differs according to the post and pay level. Some important salary ranges are:
| Group 4 Posts | Salary |
| Village Administrative Officer, Junior Assistant (Non-Security & Security), Junior Assistant, Typist | Rs. 19,500 - 71,900 |
| Junior Assistant, Typist | Rs. 19,500 - 62,000 |
| Steno-Typist (Grade - III) | Rs. 20,600 - 75,900 |
| Steno Typist | Rs. 20,600 - 65,500 |
| Personal Clerk to Managing Director/General Manager (Steno Typist Grade 3), Junior Executive (Office/Typing) | Rs. 19,500 - 62,000 |
| Forest Guard, Forest Guard with Driving Licence | Rs. 18,200 – 57,900 |
| Forest Watcher, Forest Watcher (Tribal Youth) | Rs. 16,600 – 52,400 |
TNPSC Group 4 Salary Structure- Click to Check
TNPSC Group 4 Exam Centre List
The candidates have to choose any two District Centres for writing the TNPSC Group 4 Examination. The applicants will be allotted a venue in one of those two District Centres. Any request for a change of Examination Centre will not be permitted once the application form is submitted.
| Districts | Centre & Centre Code |
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| Ariyalur |
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| Chengalpattu |
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| Chennai |
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| Coimbatore |
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| Cuddalore |
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| Dharmapuri |
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| Dindigul |
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| Erode |
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| Kallakurichi |
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| Kancheepuram |
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| Kanyakumari |
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| Karur |
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| Krishnagiri |
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| Madurai |
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| Mayiladuthurai |
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| Nagapattinam |
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| Namakkal |
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| Perambalur |
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| Pudukkottai |
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| Ramanathapuram |
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| Ranipet |
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| Salem |
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| Sivagangai |
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| Tenkasi |
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| Thanjavur |
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| The Nilgiris |
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| Theni |
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| Thiruvallur |
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| Thiruvannamalai |
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| Thiruvarur |
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| Thoothukudi |
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| Tiruchirappalli |
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| Tirunelveli |
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| Tirupathur |
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| Tiruppur |
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| Vellore |
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| Villupuram |
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| Virudhunagar |
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TNPSC Group 4 Exam Centre List 2026 - Click to Check
TNPSC Group 4 2026 Cut Off
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) will release the TNPSC Group 4 Cut-Off marks along with the result. The cut-off marks will be released category-wise at www.tnpsc.gov.in. The candidates must check the previous year's cut-off marks released by TNPSC by clicking the link shared below.
| TNPSC Group 4 Cut Off 2023 | ||
| Category | Male | Female |
| General Category | 150 | 153 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 145 | 148 |
| Backward Class Muslim (BCM) | 142 | 140 |
| Most Backward Class (MBC) | 145 | 146 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 138 | 140 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC-A) | 135 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 133 | 135 |
TNPSC Group 4 Cut Off [Previous Year]- Click to Check
