TNPSC CTS Non-Interview Notification 2026 Released for 476 Posts (Vacancy Increased), Apply Online at tnpscexams.in

TNPSC CTS Examination (Non-Interview Posts) 2026 is a recruitment drive by Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission under Notification No. 04/2026 to fill 476 vacancies across 45 technical posts in various Government Departments, PSUs, and Corporations of Tamil Nadu.

A total of 476 vacancies are available across 45 posts including Assistant Engineer (64 posts for Agricultural Engineering, 50 for Rural Development, 38 for Highways), Block Health Statistician (62), Junior Photographer (23), Horticultural Officer (17), and others.

The last date for online application submission is 25 June 2026 (11:59 PM), with applications opening on 27 May 2026.

Eligibility varies by post: candidates must have relevant Degree/PG Degree/Diploma (B.E./B.Tech for engineering posts, M.Sc. for scientific posts, MBA for managerial posts) from UGC/AICTE-recognized institutions with adequate knowledge in Tamil.

Minimum age is 21 years as on 01 July 2026. Maximum age is 32 years for Others and 37 years for SC/ST/MBC/BC for most posts, with 10 years relaxation for PwBD candidates and varying limits for specific posts.

The selection process includes a single-stage written examination with Paper I (OMR: Tamil Test 150 marks + General Studies 75 Qs + Aptitude 25 Qs = 150 marks) and Paper II (CBT: Subject Paper 200 Qs = 300 marks), followed by onscreen and physical certificate verification.

Yes, examination fee is ₹100 per subject paper plus ₹150 One Time Registration fee for new registrants (valid for 5 years), payable online through Net Banking/Credit/Debit Card/UPI, with exemptions available for special categories.

Paper I consists of 100 questions (Tamil Eligibility Test) + 75 questions (General Studies) + 25 questions (Aptitude) in OMR mode for 3 hours. Paper II has 200 subject-specific questions in CBT mode for 3 hours, with total marks of 450.

Yes, adequate Tamil knowledge is mandatory for most posts (must have studied Tamil at SSLC/HSC/Degree level or passed TNPSC Tamil Language Test). Candidates without proof must pass Second Class Language Test within 2 years of appointment or face discharge.

Candidates must first complete One Time Registration (OTR) with Aadhaar linking at tnpscexams.in, then apply online from 27 May 2026 to 25 June 2026 by filling the application, uploading required documents, and paying the examination fee.