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TNPSC Group 4 2026
Comprehensive portal for TNPSC Group 4 2026 Notification, Exam Date, Vacancy, Syllabus, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Apply Online, Hall Ticket, Answer Key, and Result.
TNPSC Group 4 2026 Overview
| Particular | TNPSC Group 4 2026 Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Name | Combined Civil Services Examination – IV (CCS-IV) |
| Conducting Authority | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Notification Release Date | To be updated after official TNPSC notification |
| Application Start Date | To be updated after official TNPSC notification |
| Application Last Date | To be updated after official TNPSC notification |
| Correction Window Date | To be updated after official TNPSC notification |
| Exam Date | To be updated after official TNPSC notification |
| Hall Ticket Release | To be updated after official TNPSC notification |
| Answer Key Release | To be updated after official TNPSC notification |
| Result Publication Date | To be updated after official TNPSC notification |
| Total Vacancies | To be updated after official TNPSC notification |
| Official Website | tnpsc.gov.in |
What is TNPSC Group 4?
The TNPSC Group 4 Examination (officially known as the Combined Civil Services Examination – IV or CCS-IV) is one of the most popular and highly competitive recruitment examinations conducted by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC).
Thousands of candidates across Tamil Nadu appear for this examination every year to secure prestigious government employment in various state departments and public services.
Major Services Covered
- Village Administrative Officer (VAO)
- Junior Assistant (Security / Non-Security)
- Typist & Steno-Typist (Grade III)
- Bill Collector (Grade I)
- Forest Guard & Forest Watcher
- Laboratory Assistant
Selection Process Stages
- Single-Stage Written Examination: Objective type (OMR based or CBT as specified).
- Publication of Rank & Marks List: Based on written test performance.
- Certificate Verification: On-screen / physical verification of uploaded original credentials.
- Counselling Stage: Post-allotment based on merit rank, category reservation, and preferences.
Note: Post details, qualifications, and specific quotas for 2026 are subject to the official TNPSC Group 4 2026 notification release.
TNPSC Group 4 2026 Notification
The official TNPSC Group 4 2026 notification PDF contains comprehensive details including vacancy counts, eligibility rules, relaxation norms, educational criteria, examination syllabus, application instructions, and test center codes.
Official Group 4 2026 Notification PDF
The notification PDF link will be activated here immediately after publication by the Commission.
TNPSC Group 4 2026 Vacancy Details
Post-wise vacancy breakdown as per official notifications. Vacancies are subject to communal reservations, PSTM rules, and special reservation categories.
| S.No. | Post Name | Post Code | Department / Service | Number of Vacancies | Pay Level | Remarks |
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| To be updated after official TNPSC notification release. | ||||||
Important Note on Addendums:
Vacancies mentioned in the initial notification may be revised during or after the examination process. If an official addendum is issued by TNPSC, the latest official addendum supersedes the corresponding vacancy figures in the original notification.
TNPSC Group 4 2026 Important Dates
Notification Release
To be announced by TNPSC
Online Application Start Date
To be announced by TNPSC
Application Closing Date
To be announced by TNPSC
Application Correction Window
To be announced by TNPSC
Hall Ticket Download Release
To be announced by TNPSC
Written Examination Date
To be announced by TNPSC
Tentative Answer Key Release
To be announced by TNPSC
Result & Rank List Declaration
To be announced by TNPSC
TNPSC Group 4 2026 Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
General Academic Requirement: Minimum qualification for major posts (VAO, Junior Assistant, Bill Collector, Forest Guard) is SSLC (10th Standard Pass) from a recognized board with eligibility for Higher Secondary Course admission.
Technical Qualifications (Typist / Steno-Typist): Candidates must have passed the Government Technical Examination in Typewriting and Shorthand (Higher/Lower Grade in Tamil & English).
Language Requirement: Applicants must possess adequate knowledge of Tamil Language.
2. Age Limit & Category Relaxations
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age (VAO Post) | Maximum Age (Other Posts) |
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| General / UR | 18 Years / 21 Years (VAO) | 32 Years | 32 Years |
| MBC / DC / BC / BCM | 18 Years / 21 Years (VAO) | 37 Years | 34 Years |
| SC / SC(A) / ST / Destitute Widows | 18 Years / 21 Years (VAO) | 42 Years | 37 Years |
*Note: Exact cut-off reference dates and post-specific upper age relaxations are strictly enforced according to the official 2026 notification rules.
3. Persons Studied in Tamil Medium (PSTM) Reservation
20% horizontal reservation is applicable for candidates who have studied the prescribed qualification (SSLC / HSC / Technical) entirely in Tamil Medium. Candidates must obtain official PSTM certificates in the prescribed format from school/institution heads.
TNPSC Group 4 2026 Exam Pattern
Single-stage objective type (OMR/CBT) examination pattern for CCS-IV:
| Subject / Part | Questions | Total Marks | Duration | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
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Part A: General Tamil (Eligibility Cum Marks Test) (SSLC Standard) |
100 Questions | 150 Marks | 3 Hours (180 Mins) |
90 Marks (All Categories) *Part B evaluated only if candidate secures min. 40% (60 marks) in Part A |
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Part B: General Studies (SSLC Standard) |
75 Questions | 112.5 Marks | ||
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Part B: Aptitude & Mental Ability (SSLC Standard) |
25 Questions | 37.5 Marks | ||
| Total Scheme | 200 Questions | 300 Marks | 3 Hours | 90 Marks Minimum |
TNPSC Group 4 2026 Detailed Syllabus
Official unit-wise topics for General Studies, Aptitude, and General Tamil.
பகுதி - (அ) இலக்கணம்
பொருத்துதல், தொடரும் தொடர்பும் அறிதல், பிரித்தெழுதுக, எதிர்ச்சொல், பொருந்தாச் சொல்லைக் கண்டறிதல், பிழை திருத்தம், ஆங்கிலச் சொல்லுக்கு நிகரான தமிழ்ச்சொல் அறிதல், தன்வினை பிறவினை செய்வினை செயப்பாட்டு வினை வாக்கியங்கள்.
பகுதி - (ஆ) இலக்கியம்
திருக்குறள், அறநூல்கள் (நாலடியார், நான்மணிக்கடிகை, பழமொழி நானூறு), கம்பராமாயணம், எட்டுத்தொகை, பத்துப்பாட்டு, ஐம்பெருங்காப்பியங்கள், ஐஞ்சிறுங்காப்பியங்கள், பக்தி இலக்கியங்கள் (தேவாரம், திவ்வியப்பிரபந்தம்).
பகுதி - (இ) தமிழ் அறிஞர்களும் தமிழ்த்தொண்டும்
பாரதியார், பாரதிதாசன், நாமக்கல் கவிஞர், கவிமணி தேசிக விநாயகம் பிள்ளை, புதுக்கவிஞர்கள், தமிழில் சிறுகதைகள், நாடகக்கலை, திரைக்கலை, தமிழினத் தொன்மை, சான்றோர் வரைகுறிப்புகள்.
- Physics: Nature of Universe, Measurement of Physical Quantities, Mechanics, Matter, Force, Motion & Energy, Electricity, Magnetism, Light, Sound, Heat.
- Chemistry: Elements & Compounds, Acids, Bases, Salts, Petroleum Products, Fertilizers, Pesticides.
- Botany & Zoology: Main concepts of Life Science, Classification of Living Organisms, Nutrition, Human Physiology, Diseases, Environment & Ecology.
- Latest diary of national/state events, National symbols, Eminent personalities & places in news.
- Sports & Games, Books & Authors, Awards & Honours.
- Welfare schemes of Tamil Nadu & India, Science & Technology innovations, Economic policies.
- Location, Physical Features, Monsoon, Rainfall, Weather & Climate.
- Water Resources, Rivers in India & Tamil Nadu, Soil, Minerals & Natural Resources.
- Forest & Wildlife, Agricultural pattern, Transport & Communication, Population Density & Migration.
- Indus Valley Civilization, Guptas, Delhi Sultans, Mughals, Marathas, Vijayanagar & Bahmani Kingdoms.
- South Indian History, Change & Continuity in Socio-Cultural History of India.
- Characteristics of Indian Culture, Unity in Diversity – Race, Language, Custom.
- Constitution of India: Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Fundamental Duties, Directive Principles of State Policy.
- Union Executive, Union Legislature, State Executive, State Legislature, Local Governance (Panchayati Raj).
- Judiciary, Federalism, Election Commission, Anti-Corruption measures, Right to Information (RTI).
- Nature of Indian Economy, Five Year Plans, NITI Aayog, Finance Commission.
- Sources of Revenue, Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Monetary & Fiscal Policy, GST.
- Employment Generation, Land Reforms, Agriculture & Application of Science in Agriculture, Industrial Growth.
- National Renaissance, Early uprising against British rule, Indian National Congress (INC).
- Emergence of Leaders: B.R.Ambedkar, Bhagat Singh, Bharathiar, Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Kamarajar, Rajaji, VO.Chidambaranar.
- Different modes of Agitation, Communalism & Partition of India.
- Simplification: Percentage, Highest Common Factor (HCF), Lowest Common Multiple (LCM).
- Ratio and Proportion: Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Area, Volume, Time and Work.
- Logical Reasoning: Puzzles, Dice, Visual Reasoning, Alpha-numeric Reasoning, Number Series.
How to Apply for TNPSC Group 4 2026
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One Time Registration (OTR): Visit tnpscexams.in and complete OTR registration (valid for 5 years) using Aadhaar verification.
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Login & Select Exam: Login with your OTR credentials and select "Group 4 / CCS-IV 2026 Recruitment".
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Fill Details & Choice Preferences: Enter your educational qualifications, medium of instruction, and district exam center choices.
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Upload Scanned Documents: Upload signature, photo, and certificates as per specified dimensions.
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Fee Payment & Submission: Pay the examination fee online (if applicable) and download your submitted application PDF.
Resize & Compress Photo for TNPSC Online Application
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TNPSC Group 4 Previous Year Question Papers
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How to Prepare for TNPSC Group 4 2026 (10-Step Strategy)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Official TNPSC Portals
- • Official Website: www.tnpsc.gov.in
- • Online Application Portal: www.tnpscexams.in
Sources & Official References: Information on this page is compiled from official announcements published by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (tnpsc.gov.in).
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