TNPSC Group I & IA Recruitment 2025: Apply Now for 72 Vacancies

TNPSC Group 1 & 1A 2025 Notification Out

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released two major notifications for recruitment under:

  • Group I Services
  • Group IA Services (Assistant Conservator of Forests)

Notification No.: 04/2025 & 05/2025
Advt. No.: 706 & 707
Notification Date: 01 April 2025

Important Dates

  • Notification Date: 01 April 2025
  • Apply Online From: 01 April 2025
  • Last Date to Apply: 30 April 2025 (11:59 PM)
  • Application Correction Window: 05 – 07 May 2025
  • Preliminary Exam Date: 15 June 2025 (09:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
  • Main Exam Date: To be announced after prelims results

Overview of TNPSC Group I & Group IA Exam 2025

  • Exam Title: Combined Civil Services Examination Group I & IA
  • Conducted By: Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
  • Posts Included:
    • Deputy Collector
    • Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category – 1)
    • Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes)
    • Assistant Director of Rural Development
    • District Employment Officer
    • Assistant Commissioner of Labour
    • Assistant Conservator of Forests (Group IA)
  • Total Vacancies: 72 Posts
    • Group I – 70 Posts
    • Group IA – 2 Posts
  • Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹2,05,700 (varies by post)

Eligibility Criteria

  • Nationality: Indian Citizen
  • Minimum Age: 21 years (as on 01.07.2025)
  • Maximum Age:
    • General: 34 years
    • MBC/ BC / BCM / SC / ST: 39 years
    • Ex-Servicemen: 50 years
    • Destitute Widow: 39 years
  • Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. For Assistant Conservator of Forests (Group IA), specific Science/Engineering degrees are required.

Selection Process

The selection process includes three stages for both Group I and IA:

  1. Preliminary Examination (Objective Type – Screening Test)
  2. Main Examination (Descriptive Type)
  3. Interview / Personality Test

Application Fee

Fee TypeAmount
One-Time Registration (OTR)₹150 (Valid for 5 years)
Preliminary Exam Fee₹100
Mains Exam Fee₹200 (Only for shortlisted candidates after the Prelims)

Post-Wise Vacancy Details

A total of 72 vacancies are announced for the posts included in Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group – 1 & 1A Services). Here’s the breakdown:

TNPSC Group I – Vacancy Details

Post NameServiceNo. of Vacancies
Deputy CollectorTamil Nadu Civil Service28
Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category – 1)Tamil Nadu Police Service07
Assistant Commissioner
(Commercial Taxes)
Tamil Nadu Commercial Taxes Service19
Assistant Director of Rural DevelopmentTamil Nadu Panchayat Development Service07
District Employment OfficerTamil Nadu General Service03
Assistant Commissioner of LabourTamil Nadu Labour Service06
TOTAL70

TNPSC Group IA – Vacancy Details

Post Name ServiceNo. of Vacancies
Assistant Conservator of ForestsTamil Nadu Forest Service02
TOTAL02

🔗 Important Links

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • What is the age limit for TNPSC Group 1 Exam 2025?

    Candidates must be between 21 to 34 years. Age relaxation is available for BC, BCM, MBC, SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, and Destitute Widow categories.

  • What is the last date to apply for TNPSC Group I and Group IA 2025?

    The last date to apply online for TNPSC Group I and Group IA services is 30 April 2025 (up to 11:59 PM).

  • What are the total vacancies announced in TNPSC Group 1 & Group 1A Notification 2025?

    A total of 72 vacancies have been announced — 70 posts under Group I Services and 2 posts under Group IA Services (Assistant Conservator of Forests).

  • What is the educational qualification required for TNPSC Group 1 2025?

    A Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized university is mandatory. For Assistant Conservator of Forests (Group IA), specific Science/Engineering degrees are required.

  • What is the salary offered for TNPSC Group 1 and Group 1A posts?

    Selected candidates will receive a salary between ₹56,100 and ₹2,05,700 per month, depending on the post and pay level.

  • What is the selection process for TNPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2025?

    The selection process includes:
    Preliminary Examination (Screening Test)
    Main Examination (Written Descriptive)
    Interview / Personality Test

  • How can I apply for the TNPSC Group I & Group IA Exam 2025?

    Candidates must apply online through the official TNPSC website: www.tnpscexams.in. New users must complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) before applying.

  • When will the TNPSC Group 1 Preliminary Exam be conducted?

    The Preliminary Exam for TNPSC Group I and Group IA services is scheduled on 15 June 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.


📞 TNPSC Helpline & Contact Information

Toll-Free Number: 1800 419 0958 (Mon–Fri, 10:00 AM to 5:45 PM)

Email Address:

  • Postal Address:
    • The Secretary
    • Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
    • TNPSC Road, V.O.C. Nagar, Park Town, Chennai – 600003