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The application window for TNPSC Group 2 Notification 2026: 846 Vacancies (Addendum 7A/2026) closed on 9 Sept 2026. The examination is conducted in OMR mode. This page is retained as an updated reference for the official notification, addenda, vacancy details, eligibility, syllabus, and exam dates.

The TNPSC Group 2 Notification 2026: 846 Vacancies (Addendum 7A/2026) notification provides complete details including eligibility, vacancy breakdowns, age relaxation for all categories, exam pattern, and official schedule updates.

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TNPSC Group 2 Notification 2026 (Notification No. 07/2026, Advertisement No. 740) covers direct recruitment through the Combined Civil Services Examination-II for Group II and Group IIA Services. Addendum No. 7A/2026 dated 3 September 2026 revised and expanded the vacancies, taking the total from 821 to 846.

Revised vacancy total: 846 posts - 43 in Group II and 803 in Group IIA. The original notification listed 41 Group II and 780 Group IIA vacancies; the addendum added a net 25 vacancies.

The online application closed on 9 September 2026 at 11:59 PM, and the correction window closed on 15 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. The common preliminary examination is scheduled for 1 November 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.

TNPSC Group 2 & 2A 2026 - 846 Vacancies Notification

TNPSC Group 2 & 2A 2026 - 846 Vacancies — Key Highlights

Particulars Details
Organization Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission
Post Name TNPSC Group 2 & 2A 2026 - 846 Vacancies
Total Vacancies 846
Salary / Pay Scale As per norms
Qualification Bachelor’s degree for most posts; post-specific qualifications apply.
Application Mode Online
Exam Mode OMR
Job Location Tamil Nadu
Application Closed 9 Sept 2026
Official Website Visit Official Website of Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission

Who Should Apply?

  • Graduates seeking Tamil Nadu Government careers in administration, revenue, registration, taxation, labour, police support, education and departmental services.
  • Candidates who meet the exact post-wise qualification and age limits as on the prescribed dates.
  • Aspirants prepared for a common OMR preliminary examination followed by a separate Group II or Group IIA main examination.
  • Candidates who can satisfy Tamil-language, certificate, medical, vision and any post-specific physical requirements.

Why This Job Matters

This recruitment covers a wide range of Tamil Nadu Government roles, from Sub Registrar, Deputy Commercial Tax Officer and Jailor to departmental Assistant, Senior Revenue Inspector, Accountant and Executive Officer posts. The broad vacancy distribution gives graduates multiple service and department preferences through a single common preliminary examination.

Who Should NOT Apply

  • Candidates who had not obtained the prescribed educational or technical qualification by 11 August 2026.
  • Candidates outside the post-wise age limit who are not eligible for a concession.
  • Applicants unable to provide valid supporting certificates for community, qualification, disability, ex-servicemen or other claims.
  • Male candidates for Jailor (Special Prison for Women), female candidates for Jailor (Men), and female candidates for Male Warden.
  • Candidates who do not meet the prescribed physical and vision standards for Jailor, Assistant Inspector or Handloom Inspector posts.
  • Persons with benchmark disabilities are not eligible for the additional Probation Officer post (Post Code 1011), as stated in Addendum 7A/2026.

TNPSC Group 2 & 2A 2026 - 846 Vacancies Important Dates

1 Registration & Fee Dates

Event Date
Notification Released 11 Aug 2026
Application Begin 11 Aug 2026
Last Date to Apply 9 Sept 2026
Fee Payment Start 11 Aug 2026
Fee Payment Last Date 9 Sept 2026
Correction / Editing Window 13 Sept 2026 – 15 Sept 2026

2 Exam Schedule

Exam / Stage Date
Notification 11 August 2026
Application Start 11 August 2026
Addendum 7A/2026 Released 3 September 2026
Application End 9 September 2026, 11:59 PM
Exam (Tier 1 / Prelims) 1 November 2026, 9:30 AM-12:30 PM
Exam Date Summary 01 November 2026, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Preliminary Examination)

Full stage-by-stage breakdown with live status badges is in the Exam Timeline section below.

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Notification Key

11 August 2026

Notification No. 07/2026; Advertisement No. 740

Released
Application Start Key

11 August 2026

Released
Addendum 7A/2026 Released Key

3 September 2026

Revised total: 846 vacancies (43 Group II + 803 Group IIA)

Released
Application End Key

9 September 2026, 11:59 PM

Completed
Application Correction Window

13-15 September 2026

Completed
Exam (Tier 1 / Prelims) Key

1 November 2026, 9:30 AM-12:30 PM

Upcoming
Exam (Tier 2 / Mains)

To be announced with the preliminary result

Upcoming

Application Fee

Category Fee Amount
One Time Registration (new OTR only; valid for five years) ₹150
Preliminary Examination Fee ₹100 (unless eligible for exemption)
Main Examination Fee - one service ₹150 after shortlisting (unless exempt)
Main Examination Fee - shortlisted for both Group II and IIA ₹300 (unless exempt)
Eligible special categories Fee exemption / free chances as per TNPSC rules

Vacancy Details

TNPSC has revised the Combined Civil Services Examination-II vacancy total to 846 through Addendum No. 7A/2026. The updated distribution is 43 Group II vacancies and 803 Group IIA vacancies.

The addendum raises the Finance Secretariat Assistant count to 17, including shortfall vacancies. It also adds 2 Probation Officer posts (Post Code 1011), 10 Supervisor of Industrial Co-operatives posts (Post Code 1022) and 3 Assistant posts (Post Code 2275).

  • Original Notification 07/2026: 41 Group II + 780 Group IIA = 821 vacancies.
  • Addendum 7A/2026: 2 Group II + 23 net Group IIA vacancies.
  • Revised total: 43 Group II + 803 Group IIA = 846 vacancies.
All other details and conditions in Notification No. 07/2026 remain unchanged, except for the revisions specifically stated in Addendum 7A/2026.
Post Name Department Salary Salary Range Vacancies
Assistant Inspector (Group II) Labour Level 18 Level 18 7
Deputy Commercial Tax Officer (Group II) Commercial Taxes Level 18 Level 18 1
Junior Employment Officer (Non-Differently Abled) (Group II) Employment and Training Level 18 Level 18 1
Probation Officer (Group II) Prisons and Correctional Services Level 18 Level 18 5
Sub Registrar, Grade-II (Group II) Registration Level 18 Level 18 3
Jailor (Men) (Group II) Prisons and Correctional Services Level 18 Level 18 3
Jailor (Special Prison for Women) (Group II) Prisons and Correctional Services Level 18 Level 18 1
Special Assistant (Group II) Vigilance and Anticorruption Level 18 Level 18 2
Special Branch Assistant (Group II) Greater Chennai Police Level 18 Level 18 6
Special Branch Assistant (Group II) Criminal Investigation Level 18 Level 18 3
Assistant Section Officer (Group II) Law Department Level 16 Level 16 5
Assistant Section Officer (Group II) Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Level 16 Level 16 2
Assistant Section Officer (Group II) Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission Level 16 Level 16 1
Assistant Section Officer cum Programmer (Group II) Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission Level 16 Level 16 1
Senior Inspector (Group IIA) Milk Production and Dairy Development Level 12 Level 12 6
Senior Inspector (Group IIA) Co-operative Societies Level 12 Level 12 3
Audit Inspector (Group IIA) Hindu Religious Institutions Audit Level 12 Level 12 5
Handloom Inspector (Group IIA) Handloom Level 12 Level 12 3
Supervisor / Junior Superintendent (Group IIA) Agricultural Marketing and Agri Business Level 11 Level 11 7
Senior Revenue Inspector (Group IIA) Revenue Administration and Disaster Management - multiple districts Level 10 Level 10 45
Assistant (Group IIA) Rural Development and Panchayat Raj - multiple districts Level 10 Level 10 122
Assistant (Group IIA) Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Level 10 Level 10 4
Assistant (Group IIA) Industries and Commerce Level 10 Level 10 16
Assistant (Group IIA) Land Reforms Level 10 Level 10 1
Assistant (Group IIA) Prisons and Correctional Services Level 10 Level 10 4
Assistant (Group IIA) Police Level 10 Level 10 45
Assistant (Group IIA) Medical and Rural Health Services Level 10 Level 10 80
Assistant (Group IIA) Transport Level 10 Level 10 16
Assistant (Group IIA) Registration Level 10 Level 10 17
Assistant (Group IIA) Fisheries and Fisherman Welfare Level 10 Level 10 8
Assistant (Group IIA) Water Resources - Public Works Level 10 Level 10 TBD
Assistant (Group IIA) Technical Education Level 10 Level 10 8
Assistant (Group IIA) Labour Level 10 Level 10 17
Assistant / Accountant / Store Keeper (Group IIA) Employment and Training (Training Wing) Level 10 Level 10 14
Assistant (Group IIA) Highways Level 10 Level 10 50
Assistant (Group IIA) Archives and Historical Research Level 10 Level 10 2
Assistant (Group IIA) Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Level 10 Level 10 6
Assistant (Group IIA) National Cadet Corps Level 10 Level 10 12
Assistant (Group IIA) Public Health and Preventive Medicine Level 10 Level 10 42
Assistant (Group IIA) School Education Level 10 Level 10 83
Assistant (Group IIA) Vigilance and Anticorruption Level 10 Level 10 1
Assistant (Group IIA) Forest Level 10 Level 10 30
Assistant (Group IIA) Stationery and Printing Level 10 Level 10 5
Assistant (Group IIA) Social Welfare Level 10 Level 10 15
Accountant (Group IIA) Treasuries and Accounts Level 10 Level 10 25
Executive Officer, Grade III (Group IIA) Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Level 10 Level 10 9
Executive Officer, Grade-II (Group IIA) Town Panchayat Level 10 Level 10 4
Junior Accountant (Group IIA) Tamil Nadu Fisheries Development Corporation Limited Level 10 (EPF) Level 10 (EPF) 2
Accountant (Group IIA) Tamil Nadu Handicrafts Development Corporation Limited Level 10 (EPF) Level 10 (EPF) 4
Male Warden (Group IIA) Tamil Nadu Institute of Labour Studies Level 10 (EPF) Level 10 (EPF) 1
Assistant, Grade III (Group IIA) Tamil Nadu Industrial Investment Corporation Limited Level 10 (EPF & EGF) Level 10 (EPF & EGF) 5
Accountant (Group IIA) Electronics Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited Level 10 (EPF) Level 10 (EPF) 4
Assistant (Group IIA) Tamil Nadu Industrial Co-operative Bank Limited Level 10 (EPF) Level 10 (EPF) 30
Assistant (Group IIA) Law Department Level 9 Level 9 8
Assistant (Group IIA) Finance Department Level 9 Level 9 17
Assistant (Group IIA) Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission Level 9 Level 9 10
Assistant (Group IIA) Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Level 9 Level 9 1
Lower Division (Counter) Clerk (Group IIA) Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Level 9 Level 9 3
Probation Officer (Group II) - Post Code 1011 Children Welfare and Special Services Level 18 Level 18 2
Supervisor of Industrial Co-operatives (Group IIA) - Post Code 1022 Industries and Commerce Department Level 12 Level 12 10
Assistant (Group IIA) - Post Code 2275 Children Welfare and Special Services Level 10 Level 10 3

Note: The final number of vacancies may undergo change after getting firm numbers from Cadre Controlling Authorities.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

Age calculated as on: 1 Jul 2026

TNPSC will calculate age as on 1 July 2026.

  • For Group IIA posts, the general minimum age is 18 years and the general maximum age for Others is 32 years.
  • For Executive Officer, Grade III, the minimum age is 25 years and the maximum age for Others is 37 years.
  • Group II minimum ages vary by post: 18 years for most posts, 20 for Sub Registrar Grade-II and 22 for Probation Officer.
  • For most Group II posts, the maximum age for Others is 32 years. Deputy Commercial Tax Officer applicants holding a law degree may apply up to 34 years.
  • Reserved-category candidates receive post-specific higher limits or no maximum age limit, subject to TNPSC rules.
  • Where the notification says no maximum age limit, the candidate must not have completed 60 years as on 1 July 2026 or at selection/appointment.
  • For the additional Probation Officer post (Post Code 1011), the minimum age is 26. The maximum age for Others is 42; no maximum age limit applies to SC, SC(A), ST, MBC/DC, BC(OBCM) and BCM candidates. Post-specific concessions and disability restrictions apply.
Always verify the row for your exact post, community and concession category in the official notification before applying.

Age Relaxation

Category Relaxation
SC / SC(A) / ST / MBC / DC / BC(OBCM) / BCM Post-specific higher limit or no maximum age limit, as notified
Persons with Benchmark Disability Generally up to 10 years above the Others limit for eligible posts
Ex-Servicemen Post-specific concession; commonly up to age 50 or 55
Destitute Widow No maximum age limit for many posts; post-specific exceptions apply

Educational Qualification

Post Name Eligibility Criteria
Most Group II and Group IIA posts
  • A degree from a University recognised by the University Grants Commission; post-specific preferences may apply.
Deputy Commercial Tax Officer
  • B.A., B.Sc. or B.Com.; preference order applies for Commerce, Law and Taxation Law qualifications.
Special Assistant
  • A recognised degree plus Higher Grade Government Technical Examinations in Typewriting in both English and Tamil.
Assistant Section Officer - Law Department
  • B.L. degree from a University recognised by the University Grants Commission.
Assistant Section Officer cum Programmer
  • MCA or M.Sc. in Information Technology / Computer Science.
Junior Accountant
  • Degree in Commerce; preference for Higher Grade Typewriting in English / Tamil.
Accountant - TN Handicrafts / ELCOT
  • B.Com. degree from a recognised University.
Assistant - Finance Department
  • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics or Statistics.
Tamil language requirement
  • Candidates must possess adequate knowledge of Tamil on the date of notification, subject to the proof and language-test provisions in the notification.
Probation Officer - Post Code 1011
  • A degree is required. Where other things are equal, preference is given first to candidates with a degree in Sociology or Psychology and then to candidates holding a diploma in Social Work with practical experience in social welfare, social hygiene or after-care work.
Supervisor of Industrial Co-operatives (1022) and Assistant (2275)
  • A degree from any University recognised by the University Grants Commission.

Selection Process

1. Common OMR prelims, separate mains, certificate verification and counselling; final ranking is based on Main Paper II marks.

Common Prelims → Separate Group II / Group IIA Mains → Onscreen Certificate Verification → Physical Certificate Verification → Counselling

Common Preliminary Examination

A single OMR-based objective screening test is conducted for Group II and Group IIA. Preliminary marks are not counted for final merit. TNPSC proposes to admit candidates to each main examination at about ten times the number of vacancies, subject to reservation and tied cut-off marks.

Separate Main Examinations

Group II has a descriptive Tamil Eligibility Test and a descriptive General Studies paper. Group IIA has a descriptive Tamil Eligibility Test and a CBT objective paper covering General Studies, General Intelligence and Reasoning.

Final Ranking and Counselling

Paper I of the main examination is qualifying. Final ranking is based only on Paper II marks, followed by onscreen certificate verification, physical certificate verification and counselling. The notification does not prescribe a separate interview stage for this recruitment.

Stage 1: Common Preliminary Examination

  • OMR objective screening test
  • 200 questions, 300 marks, 3 hours
  • Minimum qualifying mark: 90 for all communities

Stage 2: Group II Main Examination

  • Paper I Tamil Eligibility Test: 100 marks, qualifying at 40
  • Paper II General Studies: 300 marks, qualifying at 90
  • Both papers are descriptive

Stage 3: Group IIA Main Examination

  • Paper I Tamil Eligibility Test: 100 marks, descriptive, qualifying at 40
  • Paper II: 150 General Studies + 50 General Intelligence and Reasoning questions
  • CBT objective paper: 300 marks, qualifying at 90

Stage 4: Certificate Verification

  • Onscreen Certificate Verification
  • Physical Certificate Verification for shortlisted candidates

Stage 5: Counselling

  • Post allotment based on rank, reservation, eligibility and preference
  • No separate interview stage is prescribed in Notification No. 07/2026

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Preliminary Examination Pattern

  • General Studies (Degree standard): 75 questions
  • Aptitude and Mental Ability (SSLC standard): 25 questions
  • Language - General Tamil or General English (SSLC standard): 100 questions
  • Total: 200 questions, 300 marks, 3 hours, OMR objective mode
  • Minimum qualifying marks: 90 for all communities

Group II Main Examination

  • Paper I - Tamil Eligibility Test: SSLC standard, 100 marks, 3 hours, descriptive, minimum 40
  • Paper II - General Studies: Degree standard, 300 marks, 3 hours, descriptive, minimum 90

Group IIA Main Examination

  • Paper I - Tamil Eligibility Test: SSLC standard, 100 marks, 3 hours, descriptive, minimum 40
  • Paper II - General Studies: 150 questions at Degree standard
  • Paper II - General Intelligence and Reasoning: 50 questions at SSLC standard
  • Paper II total: 200 questions, 300 marks, 3 hours, CBT objective mode, minimum 90
Main Paper II is evaluated only after qualifying Main Paper I. Appearance in both main papers is compulsory, except the notified Tamil Eligibility Test exemption provisions for eligible differently abled candidates.

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How to Apply for TNPSC Group 2 & 2A 2026 - 846 Vacancies

  1. 1
    1. Visit the TNPSC examination portal at tnpscexams.in.
  2. 2
    1. Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you are not already registered; OTR costs ₹150 and remains valid for five years.
  3. 3
    1. Log in with your OTR credentials and select Combined Civil Services Examination-II (Group II and IIA Services), Notification No. 07/2026.
  4. 4
    1. Enter personal, educational, community, service and post-preference details carefully.
  5. 5
    1. Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and supporting details.
  6. 6
    1. Choose the fee-concession option accurately and pay the ₹100 preliminary examination fee online if not exempt.
  7. 7
    1. Preview the complete application and correct errors before final submission.
  8. 8
    1. Click Submit by 9 September 2026 at 11:59 PM and save the generated application number.
  9. 9
    1. If required, use the correction window from 13 September 2026 at 12:01 AM to 15 September 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Complete application before: 9 Sept 2026 at 23:59 PM

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Correction Window — What Can & Cannot Be Edited

The TNPSC Group 2 application correction window will be open from 13 September 2026 at 12:01 AM to 15 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. Applicants can edit permitted details in the submitted online application during this period. After 15 September 2026 at 11:59 PM, no modification will be allowed.

The fee-concession choice cannot be modified after successful submission. Review this selection before submitting the application.

Documents Required

Aadhaar number linked with TNPSC One Time Registration
SSLC mark sheet / accepted proof of date of birth
HSC / Diploma certificates, where applicable
Degree / PG degree / provisional degree / consolidated mark sheet
Community certificate, where applicable
PwBD certificate, where applicable
Ex-Servicemen / Destitute Widow supporting certificate, where applicable
Tamil-language qualification proof
Recent photograph (20-50 KB, as prescribed) and signature (10-20 KB, as prescribed)
NOC for serving government employees when called for
Eye fitness / physical standards certificates for posts that require them

Keep scanned copies (JPG/PDF) of all documents ready before starting the application.

Important Tips for Candidates

  • Apply early and do not wait for 9 September 2026, because TNPSC will not extend responsibility for payment or connectivity failures.
  • Use the application preview and verify date of birth, community, qualification, post preference, fee-concession and disability claims before final submission.
  • The fee-concession choice cannot be edited after successful submission, according to the notification.
  • Keep the final application number and payment confirmation for future reference.
  • Use the correction window from 13 to 15 September 2026 for permitted edits; no modification is allowed after it closes.
  • Read the post-specific physical, visual and gender restrictions before choosing preferences.
  • Use the revised vacancy total of 846: 43 Group II and 803 Group IIA after Addendum 7A/2026.
  • Review Addendum 7A/2026 for the added posts, revised Finance Secretariat Assistant count, age and qualification rules, vision standards, disability suitability and the updated PSTM provision.

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TNPSC Group 2 மற்றும் Group 2A அறிவிப்பு 2026-க்கான பிற்சேர்க்கை 7A/2026 வெளியிடப்பட்டுள்ளது. திருத்தப்பட்ட மொத்த காலிப்பணியிடங்கள் 846: Group II - 43, Group IIA - 803. முதல்நிலைத் தேர்வு 01 நவம்பர் 2026 காலை 9:30 மணி முதல் மதியம் 12:30 மணி வரை நடைபெறும். பதவிவாரியான வயது, கல்வித் தகுதி, பார்வைத்திறன் மற்றும் மாற்றுத்திறனாளர் தகுதிகளை முதன்மை அறிவிப்பு மற்றும் பிற்சேர்க்கையில் சரிபார்க்கவும்.

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