TNPSC Group 2 Notification 2026 PDF for filling 821 Group II and IIA Services vacancies. TNPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 online application starts from 11th August 2026 and the last date to apply is 9th September 2026. Check complete details from here.
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TNPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 – Summary
Selection of candidates will be based on a two-stage process consisting of a Common Preliminary Examination (screening test) followed by separate Main Examinations for Group II and Group IIA Services, and subsequent Certificate Verification and Counselling.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Civil Services Examination – II (Group II and IIA Services) |
| Notification No. | 07/2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 740 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Total Vacancy | 821 (41 Group II + 780 Group IIA) |
| Date of Notification | 11th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 9th September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 1st November 2026 |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Certificate Verification & Counselling |
| Official Website | www.tnpsc.gov.in / www.tnpscexams.in |
TNPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 11.08.2026 |
| Last Date and Time for Submission of Online Application | 09.09.2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application Correction Window Period | 13.09.2026 (12:01 AM) to 15.09.2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Date and Time of Preliminary Examination | 01.11.2026, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| Date of Main Examination | To be announced after Preliminary Examination results |
Tamil Nadu PSC Group 2 Notification 2026 Out
The TNPSC Notification 2026 PDF under Notification No. 07/2026 and Advertisement No. 740 has been released on the official website www.tnpsc.gov.in to recruit eligible candidates for a total of 821 vacancies across Group II and Group IIA Services. Candidates must register through the One Time Registration (OTR) platform on www.tnpscexams.in before proceeding to fill up the online application.
TNPSC Group 2 Vacancy 2026
A total of 821 vacancies have been announced by TNPSC, split across Group II Services and Group IIA Services.
Group II Services – 41 Vacancies (Select Posts)
| Post | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Inspector | Labour | 7 |
| Deputy Commercial Tax Officer | Commercial Taxes | 1* |
| Junior Employment Officer | Employment and Training | 1 |
| Probation Officer | Prisons and Correctional Services | 5 |
| Sub Registrar, Grade-II | Registration | 3 |
| Jailor (Men) | Prisons and Correctional Services | 3 |
| Jailor (Special Prison for Women) | Prisons and Correctional Services | 1 |
| Special Assistant | Vigilance and Anticorruption | 2 |
| Special Branch Assistant | Greater Chennai Police | 6 |
| Special Branch Assistant | Criminal Investigation | 3 |
| Assistant Section Officer | Law | 5 |
| Assistant Section Officer | Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly | 2# |
| Assistant Section Officer | TNPSC | 1 |
| Assistant Section Officer cum Programmer | TNPSC | 1* |
| Total | 41 |
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Group IIA Services – 780 Vacancies (Select Posts)
| Post | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Inspector | Milk Production and Dairy Development | 6 |
| Senior Inspector | Co-operative Societies | 3# |
| Audit Inspector | Hindu Religious Institutions Audit | 5 |
| Handloom Inspector | Handloom | 3 |
| Supervisor/Junior Superintendent | Agricultural Marketing and Agri Business | 7 |
| Senior Revenue Inspector (Various Districts) | Revenue Administration and Disaster Management | 45 |
| Assistant (Various Districts) | Rural Development and Panchayat Raj | 128 |
| Assistant | Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection | 4 |
| Assistant | Industries and Commerce | 16 |
| Assistant | Police | 45** |
| Assistant | Medical and Rural Health Services | 80** |
| Assistant | Transport | 16 |
| Assistant | Registration | 17 |
| Assistant | Highways | 50** |
| Assistant | Public Health and Preventive Medicine | 42** |
| Assistant | School Education | 83** |
| Assistant | Forest | 30 |
| Assistant | Social Welfare | 15 |
| Accountant | Treasuries and Accounts | 25 |
| Executive Officer, Grade III | Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments | 9 |
| Executive Officer, Grade-II | Town Panchayat | 4 |
| Assistant | Law (Secretariat) | 8 |
| Assistant | Finance (Secretariat) | 7# |
| Assistant | TNPSC (Secretariat) | 10 |
| Total | 780 |
** Vacancies for reservation of outstanding sportspersons are deducted wherever applicable | # Shortfall vacancies only
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TNPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026)
For Others (Not belonging to SC/SC(A)/ST/MBC/DC/BC(OBCM)/BCM):
| Post Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Probation Officer | 22 years | 32 years |
| Deputy Commercial Tax Officer | 18 years | 32 years (34 years with Law degree) |
| Jailor (Men)/Jailor (Special Prison for Women) | 18 years | 32 years (37 years for PG in Criminology/Social Work) |
| Most other Group II & IIA posts | 18 years | 32 years |
For SC/SC(A)/ST/MBC/DC/BC(OBCM)/BCM candidates: Age limits are relaxed further (18–37 years for most posts, with higher limits for specific posts like Probation Officer and Executive Officer Grade III).
Age Concessions: Persons with Benchmark Disability, Ex-Servicemen, and Destitute Widows are eligible for additional age relaxation as specified in the notification. No maximum age limit shall mean candidates should not have completed 60 years as on 01.07.2026.
Educational Qualification
- Most posts require a degree from any University recognized by the UGC.
- Specific posts have additional requirements — e.g., Deputy Commercial Tax Officer requires B.A./B.Sc./B.Com., Assistant Section Officer (Law) requires a B.L. Degree, Assistant Section Officer cum Programmer requires a Master’s degree in Computer Application/IT/Computer Science.
- Candidates should possess the prescribed educational qualification on the date of notification (11.08.2026).
Knowledge in Tamil
Candidates must possess adequate knowledge of Tamil, evidenced through SSLC/HSC/Degree with Tamil as a language, Tamil-medium study, or by passing the Second Class Language Test conducted by TNPSC.
Application Fee
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination Fee | ₹100/- |
| Main Examination Fee (Single Group) | ₹150/- |
| Main Examination Fee (Both Group II & IIA) | ₹300/- |
| One Time Registration (OTR) Fee | ₹150/- |
Tamil Nadu PSC Group 2 Selection Process 2026
Selection for Group II and Group IIA Services posts is a three-stage process:
- Common Preliminary Examination – A screening test only; marks are not counted for final merit.
- Main Examination – Separate Main Examinations for Group II Services and Group IIA Services.
- Certificate Verification and Counselling – Onscreen Certificate Verification, Physical Certificate Verification, and Counselling based on rank.
How to Apply for TNPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026
- Register on the One Time Registration (OTR) platform at www.tnpscexams.in (valid for 5 years, fee ₹150/-).
- Log in and fill up the online application for the Group II and IIA Services examination.
- Upload photograph and signature as per prescribed specifications.
- Pay the prescribed examination fee online (unless exempted).
- Preview, verify, and submit the application before the last date.
TNPSC Group 2 Apply Online 2026 Link (Active) – Click to Apply
FAQs
Is the TNPSC Group 2 Notification 2026 PDF released?
Yes, TNPSC has released the notification (No. 07/2026, Advertisement No. 740) on the official website www.tnpsc.gov.in.
How many vacancies will be filled under Tamil Nadu PSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026?
A total of 821 vacancies (41 under Group II Services and 780 under Group IIA Services) will be filled.
What is the last date to apply online for Tamil Nadu PSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 9th September 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
When will the TNPSC Group 2 Preliminary Examination be held?
The Preliminary Examination will be held on 1st November 2026, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
What is the selection process for Tamil Nadu PSC Group 2 Services?
Selection is based on a Common Preliminary Examination, followed by separate Main Examinations for Group II and Group IIA Services, and Certificate Verification & Counselling.
