Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB) is going to release the TNUSRB SI Recruitment Notification 2026 for the recruitment of eligible candidates for the post of Sub Inspector (Technical). As per the annual planner, the notification will be released in May 2026 along with the complete registration schedule. The eligible candidates who want to apply for the post of Sub Inspector can fillout their application forms at the official website www.tnusrb.tn.gov.in.

TNUSRB SI Notification 2026

The detailed TNUSRB SI Notification 2026 will be released in May 2026 at the Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board official website www.tnusrb.tn.gov.in, announcing the number of vacancies for the posts of Sub-Inspector. The notification will carry all the details regarding the TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026, like registration dates, selection process, eligibility criteria and more.

TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026- Highlights

The Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB) will invite online applications from Bachelor’s Degree holders to fill vacant posts for Sub Inspector (SI). This recruitment drive will provide a good opportunity for job-seeking graduate candidates who want a rewarding career in the police force in Tamil Nadu state.

TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026: Overview
Organization NameTamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB)
Post NameSub Inspector (SI)
VacanciesTo be Announced
Mode of RegistrationOnline
Registration DatesTo be Notified
Educational QualificationBachelor’s Degree
Age Limit 20 to 30 years
Selection ProcessWritten Exam, PET, Certification Verification, Viva-voce
Application FeeGeneral Category: Rs. 500/-
Departmental Candidates: Rs. 1000/-
SalaryRs. 36,900 to Rs. 1,16,600/- 
Job LocationTamil Nadu
Official Website https://www.tnusrb.tn.gov.in/

TNUSRB SI Notification 2026- Important Dates

The TNUSRB SI Notification 2026 will be released by the Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board in May 2026 with the complete registration schedule. Once the notification is released, the important dates will be updated here.

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TNUSRB SI Vacancy 2026

The Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB) will announce the number of vacancies for the post of Sub Inspector along with the notification. Till then, candidates can check the vacancies previous year released by the board. 

Post NameMaleFemaleTotal
Sub Inspector of Police (Taluk)654279933
Sub Inspector of Police (Armed Reserve)255111366
Total 9093901299

TNUSRB SI Vacancy (Previous Year)- Quota Wise

TNUSRB SI Vacancy 2026
QuotaTalukArmen Reserve 
MenWomenMenWomen
Open Quota 41917916471
Departmental Quota 131565122
Open – Executive Wards Quota47201808
Open – Ministerial Wards Quota05020201
Open – Sports Quota36151406
Meritorious Sports Persons Quota16070603

TNUSRB SI Online Application Form 2026

The application process for the TNUSRB SI Exam 2026 will be conducted at the official website www.tnusrb.tn.gov.in after the release of the notification. Candidates are advised to fill out the application form carefully. Providing incorrect details will lead to the rejection of application forms.

TNUSRB SI Application Fee 2026

The candidates are required to pay the application fee while filling out the application form. The mode of payment is both online (net banking/credit card/debit card) and offline (State Bank of India Cash Challan). The application fee is non-refundable; that is, it cannot be redeemed once paid.

TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
CategoryExamination Fee
General CandidatesRs. 500/-
Departmental Candidates (For both Open & Departmental Quota) Rs. 1000/-

TNUSRB SI Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must fulfil the TNUSRB SI Eligibility Criteria for Sub Inspector posts. The eligibility will be determined in terms of educational qualification and age limit. 

Educational Qualification

  • The candidates must have completed a bachelor’s degree obtained from any institution/university recognised by the UGC or the government.
  • Candidates who have obtained bachelor’s degrees through open universities.
  • The Bachelor’s Degree should have been obtained in the following patterns -
    a) After completion of SSLC and Higher Secondary course in the order of 10+2+3 / 4 / 5 pattern (OR)
    b) After completion of SSLC and Diploma in the order of 10+3+2 / 10+3+3 pattern (OR)
    c) After completion of SSLC and 2 years ITI in the order of 10+2+3 pattern

Age Limit 

The candidate's minimum age should be 20 years, and the maximum age should not be more than 30 years to apply online for TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026. 

CategoryUpper Age Relaxation
BC/BCM/MBC/DNC32 years
SC/ST/SC(A)35 years
Transgender 35 years
Destitute Widow37 years
ESM/Ex-personnel of Central Para-military Forces/Serving personnel who are going to retire within one year from the last date of receipt of online application47 years
Departmental candidates appearing for departmental quota47 years

Tamil Nadu SI Recruitment 2026 Physical Parameters

We have mentioned the physical standards required for the Tamil Nadu SI Physical Examination Test (PET) for all candidates.

TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026 Physical Measurements
CategoryMenWomen & Transgender
OC, Backward Class, BC(M), Most Backwards Class/DNC170 cm159 cm
SC, SC (A), ST167 cm157 cm
TNUSRB SI Chest Measurements (For Male Candidates only)
CategoryChest Minimum Expansion
General81cm5cm
Ex-servicemen/Ex. CPMF / Serving persons who are going to retire within one yearExempt from PMT

TNUSRB SI Physical Test Details 2026 - Click to Check

TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection of candidates for Sub Inspector (SI) posts is based on candidates' performance in the following stages- 

  • Tamil Eligibility Test
  • Main Written Examination
  • PET (Physical Examination Test) [No PET for Departmental Candidates]
  • Viva-voce
  • Special Marks
TNUSRB SI Selection Stages 
Sl. No.StagesOpen Quota ExaminationDepartmental Examination
1Tamil Eligibility Test 100 marks
2Main Written Examination70 marks85 marks
3Physical Efficiency Test15 marksExempted
4Viva-voce10 Marks10 Marks
5Special Marks5 marks5 marks
Total100 Marks100 Marks

TNUSRB SI 2026 Exam Pattern

For Open Candidates

  • The written exam comprises two parts: Part 1 for the Tamil Eligibility Test and Part 2 for the Mains Written Exam.
  • Candidates must score 40 marks in Part 1 (the Tamil eligibility test) and 25 marks (35%) in Part 2.
  • The duration of Part 1 is 1 hour 40 minutes, and the duration of Part 2 is 2½ hours.
  • The Tamil Eligibility Test is qualifying in nature, while the Main Written Examination is scoring.
TNUSRB SI Exam Pattern 2026
PartsSubjectsQuestionsMarksDuration
Part ITamil Eligibility Test1001001 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes)
Part IIMain Written ExaminationGeneral Knowledge80402.5 hours (150 minutes)
Logical Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Psychology Test, Communication Skills and Information Handling Ability 6030

For Departmental Candidates

  • The written exam comprises two parts: Part 1 for the Tamil Eligibility Test and Part 2 for the Mains Written Exam.
  • Candidates must score 40 marks in Part 1 (the Tamil eligibility test) and 30 marks (35%) in Part 2.
  • The duration of Part 1 is 1 hour 40 minutes and the duration of Part 2 is 3 hours.
  • The Tamil Eligibility Test is qualifying in nature, while the Main Written Examination is scoring.
TNUSRB SI Exam Pattern 2026
PartsSubjectsQuestionsMarksDuration
Part ITamil Eligibility Test1001001 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes)
Part IIMain Written ExaminationGeneral Knowledge30153 hours (180 minutes)
Communication Skills, Numerical Skills, Logical Analysis and Information Handling Ability. Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), Police Standing Orders and Police Administration 14070

TNUSRB SI Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026: Click to Check

TNUSRB SI Salary Structure

The candidates who will be selected as Sub Inspector will receive the basic pay, ranging from Rs. 36,900/- to Rs. 1,16,600/- per month, along with house rent allowance (HRA), dearness allowance (DA), Provident Fund (PF) benefits, and medical facilities.

TNUSRB SI 2026 Salary
PostPay LevelGrade PayPay Scale
TNUSRB SI SalaryLevel - 042,400/-Rs. 36,900/- to Rs. 1,16,600/- per month

TNUSRB SI 2026 Cut Off 

The cut-off marks for the Tamil Test and the Main Exam will be announced on the official TINUSRB website after the exams. Those who clear the minimum cut-off will be called for the Physical Efficiency Test. The final TNUSRB SI 2026 cutoff will be released after the completion of document verification.

TNUSRB SI Cut Off (Previous Year)- Click to Check

TNUSRB SI Salary 2026: Click to Check

TNURSB SI Previous Year Question Papers - Click to Check

FAQs

The TNUSRB SI Notification 2026 will be released in May 2026.

The selection of candidates for Sub Inspector posts under TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026 includes the Written Exam, PET, Certification Verification, Viva-Voce.

The Age Limit for Sub Inspector posts under TNUSRB SI Vacancy 2026 is 20 to 30 years.

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