TNPSC Combined Technical Services Exam 2025 – Detailed Notification, Vacancies, Dates & Eligibility
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released the notification for the Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) – Interview Posts. This examination invites applications for direct recruitment to several Group A & B technical and administrative positions in different departments of the Tamil Nadu government.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 07 May 2025 |
| Start of Online Applications | 13 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 June 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 15 – 17 June 2025 |
| Examination Dates (Tentative) | 20 – 23 July 2025 |
🧾 Application Details
Apply online through: www.tnpscexams.in
One Time Registration (₹150) required
Examination Fee: ₹200 (exemptions applicable)
📌 Total Vacancies: 330+
Major Departments Involved:
Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission
Tamil Nadu Cements Corporation
TN Industrial Development Corporation
Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments
Prisons and Correctional Services
Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Archaeology Department
Legislative Assembly, and more.
🧑💼 TNPSC CTSE 2025 Vacancy Table
| S.No. | Post Name | Post Code | Department | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deputy Director (Legal) | 3540 | TN Electricity Regulatory Commission | 1 | Level 29 |
| 2 | Assistant Director (Statistical Analyst) | 3543 | – | 1 | Level 25 |
| 3 | Manager (Mines) | 3393 | TN Cements Corp Ltd | 1 | Level 26 |
| 4 | Assistant Manager (Mines) | 3404 | TN Cements Corp Ltd | 3 | Level 22 |
| 5 | Factory Manager (SKD) | 3595 | TN Magnesite Ltd | 1 | Level 26 |
| 6 | Scientist ‘C’ Grade | 3340 | Forest | 1 | Level 25 |
| 7 | Chief Sthapathi | 3525 | Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments | 1 | Level 25 |
| 8 | Regional Sthapathi | 3526 | – | 21 | Level 22 |
| 9 | Assistant Director (Town & Country Planning) | 1778 | Town & Country Planning | 3 (tentative) | Level 22 |
| 10 | English Reporter | 2090 | TN Legislative Assembly | 5* | Level 22 |
| 11 | Assistant Director (Technical) | 3534 | Archaeology | 2 | Level 22 |
| 12 | Veterinary Assistant Surgeon | 1695 | Animal Husbandry & Vet Services | 216 | Level 22 |
| 13 | Assistant Planner | 3542 | Chennai Metro Development Authority | 6 | Level 22 |
| 14 | Senior Entomologist | 2032 | Public Health & Preventive Medicine | 33 | Level 22 |
* *Includes shortfall/backlog vacancies
For the complete list of 32 posts and 330+ vacancies, candidates must refer to the official PDF or TNPSC website.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025)
Minimum Age: 21 years for all posts
Maximum Age:
General: 32 years (for most posts)
SC/ST/MBC/DC/BC/BCM: No Maximum Age Limit
Some posts have post-specific relaxations up to 50 or 60 years
Educational Qualification & Experience
Each post has distinct qualification and experience requirements. Here’s a glimpse:
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Director (Legal) | Law Degree | 15 years |
| Asst. Director (Statistical Analyst) | PG in Statistics | 10 years |
| Manager (Mines) | BE (Mining) + First Class Mines Manager Cert. | 15 years |
| Scientist ‘C’ | Ph.D. in Biotechnology | 2 years in research |
Refer to the PDF for detailed post-wise qualifications.
📝 Exam Pattern
📘 Paper I (Objective, Computer-Based Test)
| Section | No. of Qs | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A: Tamil Eligibility Test (SSLC Standard) | 100 | 150 | 3 hrs |
| Part B: General Studies (Degree Standard) | 75 | 150 | |
| Part C: Aptitude & Mental Ability (SSLC Std) | 25 | 150 |
📗 Paper II – Subject Paper (Degree/PG Standard)
| Mode | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| CBT | 3 hours | 300 |
🎤 Interview: 60 Marks
🧮 Total: 510 Marks (Paper I + II + Interview)
🔍 Selection Procedure
Written Exam (Paper I & II)
On-screen Certificate Verification
Interview
Final Merit List based on total marks (450 + 60 = 510)
🧾 Exam Centres (Select Two)
Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Tirunelveli, Salem, Trichy, Karur, Namakkal, Thoothukudi, etc.
👨🦽 PwBD & Reservation Notes
Multiple posts are not open to PwBD
Posts like Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, English Reporter, Assistant Director of Town Planning are suitable for benchmark disabilities (refer to PDF Annexures)
Reservation for SC, ST, BC, MBC/DC and others applicable
🧾 How to Apply
Register OTR at www.tnpscexams.in
Apply Online for the desired post
Upload required certificates, photograph & signature
Pay Fees and submit the application before the deadline
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