TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026: The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially released the Combined Technical Services Examination (Diploma / ITI Level) Notification 2026 under Notification No. 06/2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 839 vacancies across various departments of the Government of Tamil Nadu. Candidates possessing a Diploma, ITI, National Trade Certificate (NTC), National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC), or relevant Degree qualification can apply online through the TNPSC portal. Interested candidates can submit their applications from 17 July 2026 to 15 August 2026.

Details for TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026:

Vacancy Details:

Educational Qualification

Candidates should possess the required qualifications for the respective post on the notification date.

Eligible qualifications include:

• Diploma in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Automobile, Textile, Mining, Printing, Fisheries, etc.)
• ITI Certificate
• National Trade Certificate (NTC)
• National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)
• Diploma in Agriculture
• Diploma in Horticulture
• Diploma in Physical Education
• Diploma in Printing Technology
• Diploma in Handloom/Textile Technology
• Bachelor’s Degree (for certain technical posts where accepted as a higher qualification)
• Valid Driving Licence (Motor Vehicle Inspector)

Since qualifications differ for all 56 post categories, candidates should carefully check the official notification before applying.

Age Limit (As of 01 July 2026)

Minimum Age:

• 18 Years (Most Posts)
• 21 Years (Motor Vehicle Inspector & Junior Training Officer Posts)

Maximum Age:

• 32 Years
• 34 Years
• 37 Years

Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Tamil Nadu Government rules.

Selection Process

The selection process includes:

1. Written Examination
2. Onscreen Certificate Verification
3. Physical Certificate Verification
4. Counselling (where applicable)
5. Final Merit List

TNPSC CTS Exam Pattern 2026

Paper-I

• Tamil Eligibility Test
• General Studies
• Aptitude & Mental Ability

Paper-II

• Subject Paper related to the candidate’s technical qualification.

Both papers are compulsory.

Salary

Selected candidates will receive a salary according to the respective Pay Level of the Tamil Nadu Government.

The pay ranges include:

• Level 5
• Level 8
• Level 10
• Level 11
• Level 12
• Level 13
• Level 15

depending upon the post.

How to Apply:

Follow these steps to submit your online application:

1. Visit the official TNPSC website: TNPSC Official Website
2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user. If you already have an OTR ID, simply log in.
3. Go to the Combined Technical Services Examination (Diploma / ITI Level) – Notification No. 06/2026 recruitment page once applications open.
4. Click Apply Online and fill in:
   • Personal details
   • Educational qualifications
   • Category details
   • Preferred subject paper
   • Communication details
5. Upload the required documents:
   • Passport-size photograph
   • Signature
   • SSLC/HSC certificate
   • Diploma/ITI/NTC/NAC/Degree certificates (as applicable)
   • Community certificate (if applicable)
   • Experience certificate (if required)
   • Eye fitness certificate (for applicable posts)
   • Driving licence (only for Motor Vehicle Inspector)
6. Pay the application and examination fee through the available online payment methods.
7. Review all the information carefully before final submission.
8. Submit the application and download/print the application confirmation for future reference.

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