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TNPSC Combined Technical Services Examination 2026 – 170 Interview Posts
Last Updated: 01 September 2026
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released Advertisement No. 741 / Notification No. 8/2026 dated 31.08.2026 to fill 170 Combined Technical Services Examination (Interview Posts) on regular basis. Online applications open from 07 September 2026 to 06 October 2026 at 11.59 PM. The posts include Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Port Officer, Senior Entomologist, various Manager & Officer posts in SIDCO, TIDCO, TANCEM, ELCOT and more.
About TNPSC
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) is the premier recruiting agency for the Government of Tamil Nadu. It conducts examinations for various Group services and technical posts across state government departments and public sector undertakings.
🔥 Key Highlights
- Organization: Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
- Notification No: Advertisement No. 741 / Notification No. 8/2026 dated 31.08.2026
- Total Vacancies: 170 Combined Technical Services Examination (Interview Posts)
- Job Type: Regular Basis
- Location: Tamil Nadu
- Last Date: 06 October 2026 at 11.59 PM
- Apply Mode: Online
TNPSC Recruitment 2026 Quick Summary
| Organization | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Notification No | Advertisement No. 741 / Notification No. 8/2026 dated 31.08.2026 |
| Job Category | Tamil Nadu Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type | Regular Basis |
| Total Posts | 170 Combined Technical Services Examination (Interview Posts) |
| Location | Tamil Nadu |
| Starting Date | 07 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 06 October 2026 at 11.59 PM |
| Apply Mode | Online |
Recruitment Overview
TNPSC has invited online applications for 170 Combined Technical Services Examination (Interview Posts) across multiple departments including Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services, Public Health, Maritime Board, SIDCO, TIDCO, TANCEM, ELCOT, Legislative Assembly, Industries & Commerce and others. Selection will be through Written Examination (Paper-I & Paper-II) followed by Certificate Verification.
Why Join through TNPSC?
TNPSC offers stable government careers with attractive pay scales, job security, and opportunities to serve in key technical and administrative roles across Tamil Nadu government departments and public sector corporations.
TNPSC CTSE (Interview Posts) Recruitment 2026 – Job Openings
- Tamil Nadu Maritime Board
- Port Officer (Post Code 3799) – 01 Post
- Tamil Nadu Cements Corporation Limited
- Unit Head – Deputy General Manager Cadre (Post Code 3389) – 01 Post
- Deputy Manager (Instrumental) (Post Code 3397) – 02 Posts
- Deputy Manager (Safety) (Post Code 3399) – 01 Post
- State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu (SIPCOT)
- Assistant General Manager (Finance) (Post Code 3373) – 01 Post
- Assistant Manager (General) (Post Code 3665) – 01 Post
- Assistant Manager (Post Code 3616) – 06 Posts
- Assistant Manager (Finance) (Post Code 3341) – 01 Post
- Tamil Nadu Backward Classes Economic Development Corporation Limited
- Financial Advisor – Company Secretary (Post Code 3750) – 01 Post
- Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation Limited (TIDCO)
- Assistant General Manager (Projects) – Project Management (Post Code 3344) – 02 Posts
- Assistant General Manager (Projects) – Infrastructure (Post Code 3345) – 02 Posts
- Assistant General Manager (Projects) – Investment (Post Code 3343) – 01 Post
- Assistant Secretary (Post Code 3360) – 01 Post
- Accounts Officer (Post Code 3337) – 01 Post
- Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu (ELCOT)
- Manager (Accounts) (Post Code 3809) – 01 Post
- Institute of Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Ranipet
- Research Assistant (Post Code 1694) – 05 Posts
- Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services
- Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (Post Code 1695) – 79 Posts
- Collegiate Education
- Bursar (Post Code 3010) – 01 Post
- Economics and Statistics
- Assistant Director of Statistics (Post Code 2097) – 04 Posts
- Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments
- Regional Sthapathi (Post Code 3526) – 03 Posts
- Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly
- English Reporter (Post Code 2090) – 06 Posts
- Tamil Reporter (Post Code 3336) – 05 Posts
- Industries and Commerce
- Assistant Director of Industries and Commerce (Technical) (Post Code 1897) – 05 Posts
- Public Health and Preventive Medicine
- Senior Entomologist (Post Code 2032) – 13 Posts
- Public Libraries
- District Library Officer (Post Code 3019) – 01 Post
- Town and Country Planning
- Assistant Director of Town and Country Planning (Post Code 1778) – 01 Post
- The Tamilnadu Industrial Investment Corporation Limited
- Senior Officer (Technical) (Post Code 3265) – 10 Posts
- Senior Officer (Finance) (Post Code 3302) – 03 Posts
- Textiles
- Assistant Director of Textiles (Post Code 3594) – 01 Post
- Prisons and Correctional Services
- Psychologist (Post Code 1942) – 01 Post
- Adi Dravidar Welfare
- System Analyst (Post Code 3833) – 01 Post
TNPSC CTSE (Interview Posts) Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the educational qualification, technical qualification and experience prescribed for the post as on the date of notification (31.08.2026). The Under Graduate / Post Graduate degree must have been obtained in the order: SSLC + HSC / Diploma + UG + PG (where applicable). Practical experience should have been acquired after obtaining the prescribed educational qualification.
| S.No. | Post Name (Post Code) | Educational / Technical Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Assistant (1694) |
(i) M.V.Sc. (Microbiology / Pathology / Parasitology / Animal Biotechnology) (ii) Passed SSLC or equivalent with Tamil as one of the languages (iii) Registered as Veterinary Practitioner with Tamil Nadu State Veterinary Council |
| 2 | Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (1695) |
(i) B.V.Sc. / B.V.Sc. & A.H. (ii) Passed SSLC or equivalent with Tamil as one of the languages (iii) Registered as Veterinary Practitioner with Tamil Nadu State Veterinary Council |
| 3 | Assistant Director of Statistics (2097) |
First Class Degree in Statistics / Mathematics / Economics / Applied Economics / Business Economics with not less than 60% marks (or equivalent CGPA) OR Master’s Degree in Statistics / Applied Mathematics / Business Economics / Operation Research / Mathematical Economics / Econometrics |
| 4 | English Reporter (2090) |
(i) Bachelor’s Degree (ii) Pass in Government Technical Examination in Shorthand (English) by 180 wpm High Speed Test (iii) Pass in Government Technical Examination in Typewriting (English) – Senior Grade Preference to candidates qualified to report in Tamil also |
| 5 | Tamil Reporter (3336) |
(i) Bachelor’s Degree (ii) Pass in Government Technical Examination in Shorthand (Tamil) by 120 wpm High Speed Test (iii) Pass in Government Technical Examination in Typewriting (Tamil) – Senior Grade Preference to candidates qualified to report in English also |
| 6 | Port Officer (3799) |
(i) Bachelor Degree in Nautical Science / Applied Nautical Science (ii) Studied Tamil as one of the languages in 10th or 12th standard (iii) Valid Certificate of Competency as Master of a Foreign Going vessel (unlimited capacity) + served as Chief Officer |
| 7 | Senior Officer (Technical) (3265) | B.E. / B.Tech. / AMIE |
| 8 | Senior Officer (Finance) (3302) | CA / ICWA |
| 9 | Manager (Accounts) (3809) | Passed Final Examination of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India / Institute of Cost Accountants of India (CA / ICWA) |
| 10 | Assistant Manager (Finance) (3341) | Passed Final Examination of Institute of Chartered Accountants / Cost Accountants OR MBA (Finance) |
| 11 | Assistant Manager (General) (3665) | Post Graduate in Statistics or Economics (Second Class or equivalent) |
| 12 | Assistant Manager (3616) | Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical & Electronics / Computer Science / Information Technology / Electronics & Communication) – Second Class or equivalent |
| 13 | Assistant Director of Textiles (3594) | B.Tech Textile Technology OR B.Tech Handloom and Textile Technology |
| 14 | District Library Officer (3019) |
(i) Master’s Degree in Library Science / Library and Information Science (recognized pattern) (ii) Any Master’s Degree from a UGC recognized University |
| 15 | Assistant Director of Industries and Commerce (Technical) (1897) | B.E. / B.Tech. in any discipline except Civil Engineering and Architectural Engineering (UGC / AICTE recognized) |
| 16 | System Analyst (3833) |
B.E. in Computer Science / Electronics & Communication / Electrical & Electronics OR B.Tech IT OR MCA / M.Sc. Computer Science + Adequate knowledge in Tamil + Minimum 3 years experience in programming |
| 17 | Regional Sthapathi (3526) |
(i) B.Tech Traditional Architecture OR Bachelor of Fine Arts in Traditional Sculpture (ii) Minimum 10 years practical experience in temple renovation Preference to degree from Government College of Architecture and Sculpture, Mamallapuram |
| 18 | Senior Entomologist (2032) |
First or Second Class B.Sc. (Hons.) / M.A. / M.Sc. in Zoology OR M.Sc. / Degree in Medical Entomology + Minimum 3 years practical laboratory experience |
| 19 | Psychologist (1942) |
Master’s Degree in Psychology Preference to candidates with minimum 1 year training/experience in testing or clinical work |
| 20 | Bursar (3010) |
Post Graduate Degree in Public Administration OR MBA with specialization in Finance Preference to candidates with minimum 3 years experience in finance/administration (Managerial cadre) |
| 21 | Assistant Director of Town and Country Planning (1778) |
Post Graduate Degree in Town / City / Urban / Housing / Country / Rural / Infrastructure / Regional / Transport / Environmental Planning OR B.Arch / Associate of Institute of Architects / equivalent Diploma + 3 years experience in Town Planning OR B.E. (Civil / Highway) + 2 years experience OR Sections A & B of AMIE (Civil) + 2 years experience OR Bachelor of Planning / B.Tech Planning + 2 years experience |
| 22 | Deputy Manager (Instrumental) (3397) | B.E. / B.Tech. Instrumentation + 10 years experience in a one-million-ton capacity Cement Plant |
| 23 | Deputy Manager (Safety) (3399) | B.E. / B.Tech. (Mechanical / Chemical / Electrical) + Diploma / M.Tech. in Industrial Safety + 10 years experience in Industrial Safety |
| 24 | Unit Head – Deputy General Manager Cadre (3389) | B.E. / B.Tech. (Mechanical / Chemical / Electrical) preferably with PG Degree + 20 years experience (in one-million-ton capacity Cement Plant) with minimum 5 years in senior position |
| 25 | Assistant General Manager (Finance) (3373) | Chartered / Cost Accountant (preferably with PG in Industrial / Business Management) + Minimum 5 years experience in Bank / Financial Institution / reputed Industrial or Commercial concern in independent senior capacity |
| 26 | Accounts Officer (3337) | Passed Final Examination of Institute of Chartered Accountants + 1 year post-qualification experience in finance & accounts (budget, taxation, audit, etc.) |
| 27 | Financial Advisor cum Company Secretary (3750) | Passed Final Examination of ACS (Associate Company Secretary) + Preferential: ICWA / CA / BL + 5 years experience as Company Secretary |
| 28 | Assistant Secretary (3360) | Full-time UG Degree with Associate Company Secretary (Final) + 2 years post-qualification experience in a Company or Secretarial Consultancy |
| 29 | Assistant General Manager (Projects) – Project Management (3344) | Full-time AICTE approved UG Engineering + Full-time MBA (Finance / International Business / Business Analytics / Investment / Project Management) + Minimum 7 years experience in Project & Contract Management |
| 30 | Assistant General Manager (Projects) – Infrastructure (3345) | Full-time AICTE approved UG in Civil Engineering / Architecture / Planning + Full-time MBA (relevant streams) + Minimum 7 years experience in Infrastructure sector |
| 31 | Assistant General Manager (Projects) – Investment (3343) | Full-time UG Degree + Chartered Accountant OR Full-time MBA (Finance) + 7 years post-qualification experience in evaluating financial models / business plans for infrastructure |
Note: The above is a summarized version based on the official notification. Candidates must refer to the complete official PDF for exact wording, preferential qualifications, and any additional conditions.
TNPSC CTSE (Interview Posts) Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit (As on 01.07.2026)
- Minimum Age for all posts: 21 years
- Maximum age limit varies by post and category (SC/ST/BC/MBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen)
Age Relaxation: As per TNPSC / Government of Tamil Nadu norms. Please refer to the official notification for the complete category-wise maximum age limit and concession details.
TNPSC CTSE (Interview Posts) Recruitment 2026 – Pay Scale
- Port Officer – Level 30
- Unit Head – Deputy General Manager Cadre – Level 28 (EPF)
- Assistant General Manager (Finance) – Level 27
- Deputy Manager / Financial Advisor / AGM (Projects) posts – Level 25 (EPF)
- Manager (Accounts) – Level 23 (EPF)
- Research Assistant, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Bursar, Assistant Directors, Senior Entomologist, Reporters, Senior Officers, Assistant Managers, System Analyst and most other posts – Level 22
TNPSC CTSE (Interview Posts) Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
- Written Examination (Paper-I & Paper-II)
- Certificate Verification
TNPSC CTSE (Interview Posts) Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
- One Time Registration Fee – Rs.150/-
- Examination Fee – Rs.200/-
- Fee Concession:
- Ex-Servicemen – Two free chances
- PwBD – Full exemption
- SC(A), SC, ST & Destitute Widow – Full exemption
- BCM, MBC, DC and BC – Three Free Chances
- Payment Mode: Online
TNPSC CTSE (Interview Posts) Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply
- Visit the official TNPSC website: https://tnpsc.gov.in/
- Complete One Time Registration (if not already done)
- Apply online between 07 September 2026 and 06 October 2026 at 11.59 PM
- Fill the application form carefully, upload required documents and pay the applicable fee
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference
✅ Fact-Check Note: All details have been compiled from the official notification (Advertisement No. 741 / Notification No. 8/2026 dated 31.08.2026). Post-wise educational qualifications and experience criteria are detailed in the official PDF. Candidates must verify complete eligibility on the official website before applying.
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TNPSC Recruitment FAQ
Q: Total number of vacancies?
A: 170 Combined Technical Services Examination (Interview Posts)
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 06 October 2026 at 11.59 PM
Q: What is the selection process?
A: Written Examination (Paper-I & Paper-II) + Certificate Verification
Q: What is the application fee?
A: One Time Registration Rs.150/- + Examination Fee Rs.200/- (concessions available for reserved categories)
Q: Where will the selected candidates be posted?
A: Across Tamil Nadu in the respective departments / corporations
Q: Are detailed educational qualifications available?
A: Yes – post-wise details are given in the official notification PDF
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