TNPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 Updated: 46 Vacancies
The application window for TNPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 Updated: 46 Vacancies closed on 29 Jul 2026. The examination is conducted in Offline mode. This page is retained as an updated reference for the official notification, addenda, vacancy details, eligibility, syllabus, and exam dates.
The TNPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 Updated: 46 Vacancies notification provides complete details including eligibility, vacancy breakdowns, age relaxation for all categories, exam pattern, and official schedule updates.
About TNPSC Group 1
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TNPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 (Notification No. 05/2026, Advertisement No. 736) was issued for Combined Civil Services Examination–I posts. The original 26 vacancies were revised through Addendum 5B/2026, taking the final notified total to 46 vacancies across seven posts.
The preliminary examination was rescheduled through Addendum 5A/2026 from 6 September to 27 September 2026 and was held from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The online application window closed on 29 July 2026; this page is retained as an updated official-notification reference.
TNPSC Group 1 2026 — Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission |
| Post Name | TNPSC Group 1 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 46 |
| Salary / Pay Scale | As per norms |
| Qualification | Recognised graduate degree; post-specific preferential qualifications apply |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | Tamil Nadu |
| Application Closed | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website of Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission |
Who Should Apply?
- Graduates aspiring for Deputy Collector and top administrative positions.
- TNPSC Group 1 aspirants preparing for Civil Services level examinations.
- Candidates seeking Class-I Gazetted Officer positions in Tamil Nadu Government.
- Working professionals looking for stable government careers.
- Candidates interested in revenue, labour, registration, taxation, and co-operative administration.
Why This Job Matters
TNPSC Group 1 Services represent the highest state-level direct recruitment pathway into Tamil Nadu's administrative machinery. Officers enjoy excellent salary packages, government accommodation benefits, career growth opportunities, public service impact, and leadership roles in district administration and state governance.
Who Should NOT Apply
- Candidates below 21 years of age.
- Candidates who do not possess a recognized bachelor's degree.
- Candidates unable to satisfy Tamil language requirements.
- General category government employees with five years or more qualifying service, where restrictions apply.
- Candidates who cannot produce required certificates during verification.
TNPSC Group 1 2026 Important Dates
1 Registration & Fee Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 23 Jun 2026 |
| Application Begin | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Fee Payment Start | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Correction / Editing Window | 2 Aug 2026 – 4 Aug 2026 |
| Last Date for Printing Application | 4 Aug 2026 |
2 Exam Schedule
| Exam / Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | 27 September 2026, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Exam – Main Examination | To be announced by TNPSC |
| Exam Date Summary | 27 Sept 2026 |
Full stage-by-stage breakdown with live status badges is in the Exam Timeline section below.
Exam Timeline & Status Tracker
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23 June 2026
30 June – 29 July 2026
16 July 2026
13 August 2026
27 September 2026, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
Held at centres across 38 districts.
To be announced by TNPSC
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| One-Time Registration (valid for 5 years) | ₹150 |
| Preliminary Examination Fee | ₹100 |
| Main Examination Fee | ₹200 |
Vacancy Details
The final vacancy total is 46. Addendum 5B/2026 revised Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) to 10 vacancies and Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies to 6 vacancies, and added 6 Assistant Director of Rural Development vacancies plus 3 District Employment Officer vacancies. The distribution remains subject to reservation rules and the detailed official annexures.
| Post Name | Department | Salary | Salary Range | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | Tamil Nadu Civil Service | Level 22 | — | 12 |
| Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) | Tamil Nadu Commercial Taxes Service | Level 22 | — | 10 |
| Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies | Tamil Nadu Co-operative Service | Level 22 | — | 6 |
| District Registrar | Tamil Nadu Registration Service | Level 22 | — | 8 |
| Assistant Commissioner of Labour | Tamil Nadu Labour Service | Level 22 | — | 1 |
| Assistant Director of Rural Development | Tamil Nadu Panchayat Development Service | Level 22 | — | 6 |
| District Employment Officer | Tamil Nadu General Service | Level 22 | — | 3 |
Note: The final number of vacancies may undergo change after getting firm numbers from Cadre Controlling Authorities.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 21 years as on 1 July 2026.
- For the newly included Assistant Director of Rural Development and District Employment Officer posts, the maximum age is 34 years for Others, 39 years for reserved communities and destitute widows, 44/49 years for eligible PwBD candidates, and 50/55 years for eligible ex-servicemen, subject to the notification conditions.
- Post-specific upper-age rules and relaxations in Notification No. 05/2026 and Addendum 5B/2026 prevail.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Reserved communities | Maximum age up to 39 years for the specified new posts |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | Maximum age up to 44 years (Others) / 49 years (reserved communities) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Maximum age up to 50 years (Others) / 55 years (reserved communities) |
| Destitute Widows | Maximum age up to 39 years |
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Posts notified in the original Notification No. 05/2026 | Candidates must possess the degree or equivalent qualification prescribed for the respective post in the detailed notification. |
| Assistant Director of Rural Development | A degree from a recognised university or institution. Preference is given to candidates with the notified postgraduate qualification in Rural Services, Extension or Sociology. |
| District Employment Officer | A degree from a recognised university or institution. The addendum specifies preferences for relevant social-science disciplines, a postgraduate diploma in Social Science, and notified experience in industrial, personnel-management or labour-welfare work. |
Selection Process
Prelims → Certificate Verification → Mains → Interview → Medical Fitness Verification → Counselling → Appointment
TNPSC Group 1 Selection Process consists of Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Interview, Medical Examination, Certificate Verification and Counselling.
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination
- Objective Screening Test
- 200 Questions, OMR Based
Stage 2: Onscreen Certificate Verification
- Eligibility Verification
- Document scrutiny before Mains
Stage 3: Main Examination
- Descriptive Written Exam
- Papers I, II, III & IV
Stage 4: Interview
- Personality Test
- 100 Marks
Stage 5: Medical & Physical Fitness Verification
- Qualifying
- Physical Fitness Certificate and prescribed Vision Standards required
Stage 6: Counselling
- Final Post Allotment
- Based on Rank, Reservation and Post Preference
Stage 7: Appointment
- Final Selection
- Joining formalities and verification
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Preliminary Examination
- General Studies: 175 Questions
- Aptitude & Mental Ability: 25 Questions
- Total Questions: 200
- Total Marks: 300
- Duration: 3 Hours
Main Examination
- Paper I: Tamil Eligibility Test
- Paper II: General Studies I
- Paper III: General Studies II
- Paper IV: General Studies III
- Interview: 100 Marks
Medical & Physical Standards
Candidates provisionally selected for TNPSC Group 1 posts must submit a Physical Fitness Certificate at the time of joining. All notified posts require Standard III or better vision standards. Candidates with defective vision must produce an Eye Fitness Certificate issued by a qualified Eye Specialist working in a Government Hospital
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Expert Tip
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Correction Window — What Can & Cannot Be Edited
The application-correction window was available from 2 August 2026, 12:01 AM to 4 August 2026, 11:59 PM. The window is now closed.
Documents Required
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Important Tips for Candidates
- Use the final 46-vacancy total from Addendum 5B/2026, not the original 26-vacancy figure.
- Refer to Addendum 5A/2026 for the revised preliminary examination date of 27 September 2026.
- Post-specific qualifications, reservation and age rules in the notification and addenda prevail over summaries.
Official Notification PDF
Important Links
🇮🇳 தமிழ் சுருக்கம் / Regional Summary
TNPSC Group 1 அறிவிப்பு 2026-இன் மொத்த காலிப்பணியிடங்கள் Addendum 5B/2026 மூலம் 26-இலிருந்து 46 ஆக உயர்த்தப்பட்டன. முதல்நிலைத் தேர்வு Addendum 5A/2026 படி 27 செப்டம்பர் 2026 அன்று நடைபெற்றது.
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← Go to TNPSC Group 1 Exam HubHere are frequently asked questions about the TNPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 Updated: 46 Vacancies, including eligibility, exam dates, and the application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
The final notified total is 46 vacancies after Addendum 5B/2026. The original notification listed 26 vacancies.
The preliminary examination was held on 27 September 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Addendum 5A/2026 changed the earlier 6 September date.
Assistant Director of Rural Development (6 vacancies) and District Employment Officer (3 vacancies) were added, alongside revisions to other post totals.
No. Applications closed on 29 July 2026 and the correction window closed on 4 August 2026.
The process comprises a screening Preliminary Examination, certificate verification, Main Examination, Interview, medical/vision fitness verification and counselling, subject to TNPSC rules.
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