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TNPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 26 Deputy Collector and More Posts
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
26
Vacancies
One Time Registration Fee: rs. 150/-. Preliminary Examination Fee: rs. 100/- (unless fee exemption is claimed). Main Examination Fee: rs. 200/- (for shortlisted candidates). SC/SC(A)/ST candidates - Full exemption. Persons with Benchmark Disability - Full exemption. Destitute Widows - Full exemption. BC/BCM/MBC/DC candidates - Three free chances. Ex-Servicemen - Two free chances. Payment modes: Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI. Offline payments (Demand Draft, Postal Order) are not accepted.
Application Fee
Recruitment Details
| Organisation | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Post Name | TNPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 26 Deputy Collector and More Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 26 Posts |
| Job Location | Tamil Nadu |
| Category | civil services |
| Education Qualification | See post-wise details below |
| Application Fee | One Time Registration Fee: rs. 150/-. Preliminary Examination Fee: rs. 100/- (unless fee exemption is claimed). Main Examination Fee: rs. 200/- (for shortlisted candidates). SC/SC(A)/ST candidates - Full exemption. Persons with Benchmark Disability - Full exemption. Destitute Widows - Full exemption. BC/BCM/MBC/DC candidates - Three free chances. Ex-Servicemen - Two free chances. Payment modes: Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI. Offline payments (Demand Draft, Postal Order) are not accepted. |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Examination, Onscreen Certificate Verification, Main Written Examination, Physical Certificate Verification, Interview, Medical Examination, Counselling |
| Application Start Date | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Official Website | View Notification |
| Posted On | 23 Jun 2026 |
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Post-wise Vacancy Details
1
Deputy Collector
12 Posts
Qualification
Degree from any University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or any other Educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956
Age Limit
Minimum: 21 years. Maximum (Others): 34 years. Maximum (SC/SC(A)/ST/MBC/DC/BC(OBCM)/BCM): 39 years. Benchmark Disability (Others): 44 years. Benchmark Disability (SC/ST/MBC/BC): 49 years. Ex-Servicemen (Others): 50 years. Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST/MBC/BC): 55 years. Destitute Widow (Others): 39 years. Age calculated as on July 1, 2026.
Pay Scale
Pay Level 22 (rs. 56100-205700)
Application Fee
rs. 100/- (Preliminary Examination Fee). Full exemption for SC/SC(A)/ST/PwBD/Destitute Widows. Three free chances for BC/BCM/MBC/DC. Two free chances for Ex-Servicemen.
Experience Required
Not Mentioned
Additional Info
Post Code: 1001. Service: Tamil Nadu Civil Service. Vacancy includes backlog vacancies. Proficiency in Tamil mandatory. Standard III or better visual acuity required. Physical fitness certificate required at joining. Exam Centre for Prelims: 38 centres across Tamil Nadu. Main Exam: Chennai only (Centre Code: 0101). General category candidates with 5 or more years of government service (central or state) are not eligible even if within age limit.
2
Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes)
2 Posts
Qualification
Degree from any University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or any other Educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956
Age Limit
Minimum: 21 years. Maximum (Others - Any Degree): 34 years. Maximum (Others - B.L. Degree): 35 years. Maximum (SC/SC(A)/ST/MBC/DC/BC(OBCM)/BCM - Any Degree): 39 years. Maximum (SC/SC(A)/ST/MBC/DC/BC(OBCM)/BCM - B.L. Degree): 40 years. Benchmark Disability (Others): 44/45 years. Benchmark Disability (SC/ST/MBC/BC): 49/50 years. Ex-Servicemen: 50/55 years. Destitute Widow: 39/40 years. Age calculated as on July 1, 2026.
Pay Scale
Pay Level 22 (rs. 56100-205700)
Application Fee
rs. 100/- (Preliminary Examination Fee). Full exemption for SC/SC(A)/ST/PwBD/Destitute Widows. Three free chances for BC/BCM/MBC/DC. Two free chances for Ex-Servicemen.
Experience Required
Not Mentioned
Additional Info
Post Code: 1003. Service: Tamil Nadu Commercial Taxes Service. Degree preference order: (1st) B.Com + B.L. degree + Diploma in Taxation Laws; (2nd) B.Com + B.L. degree; (3rd) B.Com or B.L. degree + Diploma in Taxation Laws; (4th) B.Com or B.L. degree. Proficiency in Tamil mandatory. Standard III or better visual acuity required. Physical fitness certificate required at joining. Main Exam: Chennai only.
3
Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies
3 Posts
Qualification
Degree from any University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or any other Educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956
Age Limit
Minimum: 21 years. Maximum (Others): 34 years. Maximum (SC/SC(A)/ST/MBC/DC/BC(OBCM)/BCM): 39 years. Benchmark Disability (Others): 44 years. Benchmark Disability (SC/ST/MBC/BC): 49 years. Ex-Servicemen (Others): 50 years. Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST/MBC/BC): 55 years. Destitute Widow: 39 years. Age calculated as on July 1, 2026.
Pay Scale
Pay Level 22 (rs. 56100-205700)
Application Fee
rs. 100/- (Preliminary Examination Fee). Full exemption for SC/SC(A)/ST/PwBD/Destitute Widows. Three free chances for BC/BCM/MBC/DC. Two free chances for Ex-Servicemen.
Experience Required
Not Mentioned
Additional Info
Post Code: 1004. Service: Tamil Nadu Co-operative Service. Vacancy includes shortfall vacancies. Proficiency in Tamil mandatory. Standard III or better visual acuity required. Physical fitness certificate required at joining. Main Exam: Chennai only.
4
District Registrar
8 Posts
Qualification
Degree from any University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or any other Educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956
Age Limit
Minimum: 21 years. Maximum (Others): 34 years. Maximum (SC/SC(A)/ST/MBC/DC/BC(OBCM)/BCM): 39 years. Benchmark Disability (Others): 44 years. Benchmark Disability (SC/ST/MBC/BC): 49 years. Ex-Servicemen (Others): 50 years. Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST/MBC/BC): 55 years. Destitute Widow: 39 years. Age calculated as on July 1, 2026.
Pay Scale
Pay Level 22 (rs. 56100-205700)
Application Fee
rs. 100/- (Preliminary Examination Fee). Full exemption for SC/SC(A)/ST/PwBD/Destitute Widows. Three free chances for BC/BCM/MBC/DC. Two free chances for Ex-Servicemen.
Experience Required
Not Mentioned
Additional Info
Post Code: 1005. Service: Tamil Nadu Registration Service. Proficiency in Tamil mandatory. Standard III or better visual acuity required. Physical fitness certificate required at joining. Main Exam: Chennai only.
5
Assistant Commissioner of Labour
1 Post
Qualification
Degree from any University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or any other Educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956
Age Limit
Minimum: 21 years. Maximum (Others): 34 years. Maximum (SC/SC(A)/ST/MBC/DC/BC(OBCM)/BCM): 39 years. Benchmark Disability (Others): 44 years. Benchmark Disability (SC/ST/MBC/BC): 49 years. Ex-Servicemen (Others): 50 years. Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST/MBC/BC): 55 years. Destitute Widow: 39 years. Age calculated as on July 1, 2026.
Pay Scale
Pay Level 22 (rs. 56100-205700)
Application Fee
rs. 100/- (Preliminary Examination Fee). Full exemption for SC/SC(A)/ST/PwBD/Destitute Widows. Three free chances for BC/BCM/MBC/DC. Two free chances for Ex-Servicemen.
Experience Required
Not Mentioned
Additional Info
Post Code: 1946. Service: Tamil Nadu Labour Service. Equal preference given to freedom fighters and their family members. Proficiency in Tamil mandatory. Standard III or better visual acuity required. Physical fitness certificate required at joining. Main Exam: Chennai only.
Total Vacancies: 26 Posts
About This Notification
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially released the TNPSC Group 1 Notification 2026 (Notification No. 05/2026, Advertisement No. 736) on 23 June 2026, inviting online applications for the Combined Civil Services Examination - I (Group I Services). A total of 26 vacancies have been announced across five prestigious posts: Deputy Collector (12), District Registrar (8), Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies (3), Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) (2), and Assistant Commissioner of Labour (1). All posts are placed at Pay Level 22 of the Tamil Nadu Government Pay Matrix (rs. 56100-205700). The selection process consists of three successive stages: Preliminary Examination (objective, screening), Main Written Examination (descriptive), and Interview. The Preliminary Examination is scheduled on 06 September 2026. Online applications are accepted from 30 June 2026 to 29 July 2026. Candidates must possess a recognized degree and adequate knowledge of Tamil. This is one of the most prestigious civil services recruitment opportunities in Tamil Nadu, offering direct recruitment to top-level administrative posts.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Refer to Post-wise Vacancy Details table above |
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Job Location | Tamil Nadu |
| Application Fee | One Time Registration Fee: rs. 150/-. Preliminary Examination Fee: rs. 100/- (unless fee exemption is claimed). Main Examination Fee: rs. 200/- (for shortlisted candidates). SC/SC(A)/ST candidates - Full exemption. Persons with Benchmark Disability - Full exemption. Destitute Widows - Full exemption. BC/BCM/MBC/DC candidates - Three free chances. Ex-Servicemen - Two free chances. Payment modes: Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI. Offline payments (Demand Draft, Postal Order) are not accepted. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances |
How to Apply Online
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Read the Notification Download and read the official notification PDF completely before applying. Check all eligibility criteria carefully.
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Visit Official Website Go to the official website of Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) and find the recruitment / career section
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New Registration If you are a new user, register with your mobile number and email ID to get login credentials
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Fill Application Form Login and fill the online application form with your personal, educational and professional details. Double-check before submitting.
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Upload Documents Upload scanned copies of your Photo (passport size), Signature, and required certificates as per the specified size and format
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Pay Application Fee Pay One Time Registration Fee: rs. 150/-. Preliminary Examination Fee: rs. 100/- (unless fee exemption is claimed). Main Examination Fee: rs. 200/- (for shortlisted candidates). SC/SC(A)/ST candidates - Full exemption. Persons with Benchmark Disability - Full exemption. Destitute Widows - Full exemption. BC/BCM/MBC/DC candidates - Three free chances. Ex-Servicemen - Two free chances. Payment modes: Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI. Offline payments (Demand Draft, Postal Order) are not accepted. via Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI)
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Submit & Take Printout Submit your application and download the confirmation page. Take a printout and keep it safe for future reference.
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Documents Required
Passport Size Photo
Signature
10th Certificate
12th Certificate
Degree Certificate
Community Certificate
Age Proof
Valid Photo ID Proof
Exact document list will be mentioned in the official notification. Download notification for complete details.
Apply Before
29 Jul 2026
23 Days Remaining
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Total Vacancies
26 Posts
Job Location
Tamil Nadu
Application Fee
One Time Registration Fee: rs. 150/-. Preliminary Examination Fee: rs. 100/- (unless fee exemption is claimed). Main Examination Fee: rs. 200/- (for shortlisted candidates). SC/SC(A)/ST candidates - Full exemption. Persons with Benchmark Disability - Full exemption. Destitute Widows - Full exemption. BC/BCM/MBC/DC candidates - Three free chances. Ex-Servicemen - Two free chances. Payment modes: Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI. Offline payments (Demand Draft, Postal Order) are not accepted.
Important Dates
Notification Date
23 Jun 2026
Start Date
30 Jun 2026
Last Date
29 Jul 2026
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