TNPSC Annual Planner 2026 Released: Check Tentative Dates for Group I, II, IV, and Technical Services Exams

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially released its Annual Planner – Programme of Examinations for 2026 on its website tnpsc.gov.in on 3rd December 2025. The planner outlines the tentative schedule for major state-level recruitment exams, including the Combined Civil Services and Combined Technical Services examinations for the upcoming year. With the release of this planner, aspirants across Tamil Nadu can now strategically plan and pace their preparation for various Group and Technical posts under the state government.

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TNPSC Annual Planner 2026: Overview

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for various Group I, II, IIA, IV, and Technical Services posts annually. The Annual Planner serves as a preliminary roadmap for lakhs of aspirants, detailing the expected timeline for notifications and exam commencement. Candidates are advised to treat these dates as tentative and to regularly check the Commission’s website for updates and final notifications.

TNPSC Annual Planner 2026 Out @tnpsc.gov.in

The TNPSC Annual Planner 2026 provides a tentative calendar for the Commission’s flagship recruitments for the 2026 cycle. It includes important dates such as the Date of Notification and the Date of Commencement of Examination for six major exams. As per the released planner:

• Combined Technical Services Examination (Non-Interview Posts) will commence on 3rd August 2026.
• Combined Civil Services Examination – I (Group I Services) is scheduled to start on 6th September 2026.
• Combined Technical Services Examination (Diploma/ITI Level) begins on 20th September 2026.
• Combined Civil Services Examination – II (Group II & IIA Services) will start on 25th October 2026.
• Combined Technical Services Examination (Interview Posts) commences on 14th November 2026.
• Combined Civil Services Examination – IV (Group IV Services) is set for 20th December 2026.

TNPSC Exam Schedule 2026 (Tentative)

Below is the tentative schedule for TNPSC Examinations as per the 2026 Annual Planner:

Also Read: UPPSC Exam Calendar 2026

How to Check TNPSC Annual Planner 2026?

Candidates can view and download the Annual Planner from the official TNPSC website by following these steps:

1. Visit the official TNPSC website: tnpsc.gov.in.
2. On the homepage, look for the link titled “Annual Planner – Programme of Examinations – 2026” under the “What’s New” or “Notifications” section.
3. Click the link to open the planner (PDF format).
4. View or download the PDF for detailed tentative dates.
5. Take a printout for easy reference and planning.

Direct Link to TNPSC Annual Planner 2026

FAQs

Q1: Is the TNPSC Annual Planner 2026 final?
Ans: No, the planner is tentative. Dates may change, and final schedules will be confirmed in the individual exam notifications.

Q2: Where can I download the TNPSC Annual Planner PDF?
Ans: The planner is available for download on the official TNPSC website: tnpsc.gov.in.

Q3: Does the planner include application dates?
Ans: No, the planner only provides tentative notification dates and exam commencement dates. Application start/end dates will be specified in each exam’s detailed notification.

Q4: Are Group I and Group IV exams conducted in multiple shifts?
Ans: The planner mentions the number of days each exam will be held. Detailed shift-wise schedules will be released with the admit cards.

Q5: How should I use the Annual Planner for preparation?
Ans: Aspirants should align their study schedule with the tentative exam dates, focus on the syllabus available on the TNPSC website, and keep track of official updates for any changes.

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