All IndiaTamil NaduChecked 14 Jul 2026

Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) — Officers, Foreman, Technical Posts Recruitment 2026

Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released the Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) 2026 notification for 839 posts including Officers, Foreman, Technical, and ITI-level posts across various Tamil Nadu government departments. This is a state-level recruitment for Diploma and ITI holders in Tamil Nadu.

Official NotificationApply Online (Official Site)Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) Website

Recruitment Summary

Organization
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
Post Name
Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) — Officers, Foreman, Technical Posts
Total Vacancies
839
Qualification
Diploma / ITI in relevant trade (post-wise)
Last Date
15-08-2026
Location
Tamil Nadu
Age Limit
18–32 years (TN Govt rules; relaxation for SC/ST/MBC)
Salary / Pay
Pay Scale varies by post — ₹19,500–₹62,000/Month (approx.)
Application Fee
₹150 (Exam Fee) | ₹50 (Application Fee) | Free for registered unemployed/SC/ST

Vacancy Details

PostVacancies
Foreman / Junior Foreman / ITI Trades~500
Technical Officers / Inspectors~339

Exam / Selection Pattern

  • Paper I: General Studies (100 Questions, 150 Min)
  • Paper II: Technical Subject / Trade (100 Questions, 150 Min)
  • Tamil medium candidates get additional marks

Selection Process

  1. 1Written Examination
  2. 2Certificate Verification

How to Apply

  1. 1.Apply online at tnpsc.gov.in before 15 August 2026. One-Time Registration (OTR) required on the portal.

Important Notes

  • Candidates must know Tamil (read and write) for most TNPSC posts.
  • CTSE is a prestigious Tamil Nadu state exam — Diploma/ITI holders should not miss this.