The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released Notification No. 06/2026 (Advertisement No. 737) dated 7 July 2026 for the Combined Technical Services Examination (Diploma/ITI Level), inviting applications for 839 vacancies across 56 posts spread over more than 20 Tamil Nadu government departments, boards, and organisations. Online applications opened on 17 July 2026.
1. Recruitment Overview
This is a single, combined notification covering a wide spread of technical roles — from Road Inspector and Assistant Agricultural Officer to Junior Draughting Officer, Motor Vehicle Inspector Grade-II, and a large cluster of Junior Training Officer (JTO) trade postings. Rather than separate drives for each department, TNPSC bundles all Diploma/ITI-level technical vacancies into one examination cycle, which means a single written test can open doors across a genuinely broad range of state government departments at once.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Notification No. | 06/2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 737 |
| Notification Date | 7 July 2026 |
| Exam Name | Combined Technical Services Examination (Diploma/ITI Level) |
| Total Vacancies | 839 |
| Total Posts Covered | 56 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Selection Basis | Single-stage written examination + certificate verification |
| Official Website | www.tnpsc.gov.in |
2. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 7 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 15 August 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Written Examination Date | To be announced separately on the TNPSC website |
Since the exam date hasn’t been fixed yet, candidates shouldn’t wait for it to start preparing — Paper II alone covers 300 marks of post-specific technical content, and TNPSC has a track record of announcing exam dates with only a few weeks’ notice once applications close.
3. Vacancy Details
The 839 vacancies are spread across 56 distinct posts. Some of the larger and more prominent categories, as reported alongside the notification, include:
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Road Inspector | 149 |
| Overseer / Junior Draughting Officer | 129 |
| Assistant Agricultural Officer | 110 |
| Junior Draughting Officer Grade-III | 101 |
| Surveyor cum Assistant Draughtsman | 32 |
| Assistant Horticultural Officer | 24 |
| Procurement and Quality Control Supervisor | 20 |
| Technical Assistant | 15 |
| Sub-Inspector of Fisheries | 12 |
| Junior Training Officer (Fitter) | 17 |
| Junior Training Officer (Wireman) | 15 |
| Junior Training Officer (Workshop Calculation and Science) | 14 |
| Junior Training Officer (Electrician) | 6 |
| Assistant Manager | 14 |
| Motor Vehicle Inspector Grade-II | 2 |
| Mines Foreman | 5 |
| Additional Junior Draughting Officer categories | 46 + 2 |
Note: This is a partial breakup compiled from available post-notification coverage — the complete post-wise list runs across all 56 posts with department-wise and category-wise (SC/SC(A)/ST/MBC/DNC/BC/BCM) splits, which are laid out in full only in the official notification PDF. Given the sheer number of individual posts here, candidates should cross-check the exact vacancy figure for their specific post directly against the notification before applying, since TNPSC has also stated the numbers are provisional and may be revised before final selection.
Pay levels also vary considerably by post — ranging from Level 8 (Surveyor-Assistant Draughtsman) up to Level 11 (Technical Assistant, several JTO trades) and beyond for senior posts, with a few positions carrying EPF-based pay rather than the standard state pay matrix.
4. Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates need a Diploma or ITI (National Trade Certificate/NCVT) qualification in the specific trade or discipline relevant to their chosen post — the exact qualification requirement differs post by post, so applicants should match their qualification precisely against the post code they intend to apply for.
Language Requirement
Working knowledge of Tamil is required, assessed through the mandatory Tamil Eligibility Test within Paper I.
Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026, for most posts)
| Category | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum age (most posts) | 18 years |
| Minimum age — Motor Vehicle Inspector Grade-II | 21 years, as on 01-07-2026 |
| Minimum age — Junior Training Officer posts | 21 years, as on 01-08-2026 |
| Maximum age | Varies by post and category |
Standard TNPSC age relaxation applies for SC/SC(A)/ST candidates as per Tamil Nadu Government rules, community-wise relaxation for MBC/DNC/BC/BCM candidates, additional relaxation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) where applicable, and concessions for Ex-Servicemen. Some posts in this notification carry “No Maximum Age Limit,” though even then candidates must not have completed 60 years of age as on 1 July 2026 or at the time of appointment.
Physical & Medical Standards: Candidates must also meet the physical and medical fitness standards prescribed for their specific post.
5. Selection Process
Selection runs through a single-stage written examination followed by certificate verification — there’s no interview stage for these Diploma/ITI-level posts.
- Written Examination — Objective-type (MCQ), conducted in two papers:
- Paper I — Tamil Eligibility Test, General Studies, and Aptitude & Mental Ability (SSLC standard), 150 marks, 3 hours.
- Paper II — Subject-specific technical paper based on the candidate’s Diploma/ITI syllabus, 300 marks, 3 hours.
- Qualifying Cutoff on Tamil Test — Candidates must score at least 40% (60 out of 150) in Part A (Tamil Eligibility Test) of Paper I. Only if this cutoff is cleared do Paper I’s remaining sections (Parts B & C) and Paper II get evaluated at all.
- Onscreen Certificate Verification — Shortlisted candidates upload any pending or required documents online within the specified window.
- Final Selection/Counselling — Based on combined written exam performance, category, rank, and post-wise vacancy availability.
Total marks considered for the merit list: 450 (150 from Paper I + 300 from Paper II). Negative marking of 1/3 mark applies for each wrong answer.
6. Salary & Pay Structure
Pay varies by post, since this notification spans a wide range of technical roles at different seniority levels. Based on reported pay levels:
| Post Level Example | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Surveyor – Assistant Draughtsman | Level 8 |
| Assistant Agricultural Officer / Assistant Horticultural Officer | Level 10 |
| Technical Assistant, several JTO trades | Level 11 |
Pay is drawn from the Tamil Nadu State Pay Matrix, with a few specific posts carrying EPF-based compensation instead of the standard government scale. Selected candidates also receive Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and other admissible allowances as per Tamil Nadu Government service rules applicable to their post and pay level.
7. Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Other categories | ₹100 per subject paper |
| Additional subject paper (if opted) | ₹100 extra per additional paper |
| SC/SC(A)/ST/MBC/DNC/BC/BCM/Destitute Widow/PwBD (eligible categories) | Exemption as per Tamil Nadu Government norms |
Fee once paid through the online gateway is non-refundable, so candidates should confirm their category-based exemption eligibility before making payment.
8. How to Apply
- Visit the official TNPSC website: www.tnpsc.gov.in, or the direct application portal at apply.tnpscexams.in.
- Click on the link for “Combined Technical Services Examination (Diploma/ITI Level) – Notification No. 06/2026.”
- Register or log in using One Time Registration (OTR) — a mandatory prerequisite before filling any TNPSC application.
- Fill in personal, educational, and communication details carefully.
- Select your intended post(s)/post code(s) based on your qualification and eligibility.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and any other required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee online, if not covered under a category exemption.
- Review every entered detail carefully before final submission — no changes are typically possible once submitted.
- Download and print the confirmation page of your submitted application for future reference.
Documents to keep ready: Diploma/ITI certificate and mark sheets, SSLC certificate (for age and Tamil eligibility proof), community/caste certificate (where applicable), PwBD/Ex-Servicemen certificate (where applicable), recent passport-size photograph, and signature in the specified digital format.
9. Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How many total vacancies are there? | 839 vacancies across 56 posts under Notification No. 06/2026. |
| What is the last date to apply online? | 15 August 2026, 11:59 PM. Applications opened on 17 July 2026. |
| What qualification is required? | A Diploma or ITI (NCVT) qualification in the relevant trade/discipline, specific to each post code. |
| What is the age limit? | Minimum 18 years for most posts; 21 years for Motor Vehicle Inspector Grade-II and Junior Training Officer posts, as on the prescribed reckoning dates. |
| Is there an interview? | No. Selection is through a written exam followed by certificate verification only — no interview stage. |
| What is the exam pattern? | Paper I (Tamil Eligibility Test + General Studies + Aptitude, 150 marks) and Paper II (Subject-specific technical paper, 300 marks); total 450 marks. |
| Is there negative marking? | Yes, 1/3 mark is deducted for each wrong answer. |
| What is the application fee? | ₹100 per subject paper, with an additional ₹100 for each extra paper opted; fee exemptions apply for eligible reserved categories. |
| Is Tamil language knowledge mandatory? | Yes. Candidates must clear the qualifying Tamil Eligibility Test (minimum 40%, i.e., 60/150) within Paper I before their other papers are evaluated. |
| When is the written exam? | The exact date has not yet been announced; it will be notified separately on the TNPSC website. |
10. Official Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click Here
- Exam Dashboard / Apply Online: Click Here
- Direct Application Portal: Click Here
- Official TNPSC Website: https://www.tnpsc.gov.in
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