DRDM Puducherry Deputy Tahsildar Recruitment 2025

About This Job

The Department of Revenue and Disaster Management (DRDM), Puducherry has released an official notification for the direct recruitment of 30 Deputy Tahsildar posts. This is a Group 'B' Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial position with a pay scale of Level 6 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400). If you are a graduate and a native or resident of Puducherry, this is a great opportunity to join the revenue administration. The last date to apply online is 27 June 2025.

DRDM Puducherry Deputy Tahsildar Recruitment 2025 — 30 Posts

The Government of Puducherry, through its Department of Revenue and Disaster Management, is conducting a Written Competitive Examination to fill 30 vacant posts of Deputy Tahsildar. The notification was issued under No. 5882/Rev-Estt/A2/2023. Deputy Tahsildars play a key role in revenue administration, land record management, and disaster response across the Union Territory of Puducherry, which includes the regions of Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam.

Vacancy Breakdown

A total of 30 vacancies have been announced with the following category-wise distribution:

*One post of Deputy Tahsildar is reserved for PwBD as per the directions of the Hon'ble CAT, Madras Branch, Chennai.

Note: These vacancies are tentative. The Government may increase or reduce the number before the examination.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• Essential: A Degree in any subject from a recognised University or its equivalent
• Desirable: A Degree in Law from a recognised University
• Your qualification must have been obtained on or before 27 June 2025

Nativity / Residence

• You must be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry, or a resident of Puducherry for at least 5 continuous years before the date of notification
• On selection, you need to provide a fresh Nativity/Residence Certificate issued by an officer of DRDM not below the rank of Deputy Tahsildar

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 32 years as on 27 June 2025
• MBC/OBC/EBC/BCM: Upper age limit relaxed by 3 years (max 35 years)
• SC: Upper age limit relaxed by 5 years (max 37 years)
• Ex-Servicemen: Period of military service plus 3 years
• PwBD (General/UR): Upper age limit relaxed by 10 years (max 42 years)
• PwBD (MBC/OBC/EBC/BCM): Relaxation of 13 years (max 45 years)
• PwBD (SC): Relaxation of 15 years (max 47 years)
• In-Service (General/UR): Up to 37 years (must have 3+ years of regular service as Village Assistant/VAO/Revenue Inspector under DRDM)
• In-Service (MBC/OBC/EBC/BCM): Up to 40 years
• In-Service (SC): Up to 42 years

Salary

• Pay Level: Level 6 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix
• Basic Pay Range: Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 per month
• Starting Basic Pay: Rs. 35,400 per month
• Approximate Gross Salary: Around Rs. 55,000 - Rs. 60,000 per month (including DA, HRA, and other allowances)
• Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), Medical Benefits, and Pension as per Government of Puducherry rules

Application Fee

• The official notification does not mention any application fee for this recruitment
• Please check the official recruitment portal at recruitment.py.gov.in for the latest information on fees, if any

Selection Process

Selection will be based entirely on a Written Competitive Examination. There is no interview.

1. Written Examination (Paper I): 100 objective questions, 100 marks, 2 hours — covering General Intelligence & Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Studies & Current Affairs, Ethics & Morality, English Language (Literature, Grammar, Comprehension), and Computer Knowledge
2. Written Examination (Paper II): 100 objective questions, 100 marks, 2 hours — covering Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics, Geography & Social Science, Constitution of India, Indian Polity & Governance, and Indian History & World History (Freedom Struggle, Modern/Contemporary India)
3. Certificate Verification: Provisionally selected candidates will be called for document and certificate verification

Important exam details:

• Negative marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer. Multiple answers for a question are also treated as wrong.
• Exam language: Bilingual — English plus one regional language (Tamil, Telugu, or Malayalam). You must choose your preferred language while filling the application.
• Answering mode: Shade the correct answer using a Black Ball Point Pen only
• Exam centres: Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam

Minimum qualifying marks:

• Unreserved: 30%
• MBC/OBC/EWS/EBC/BCM: 25%
• SC/PwBD: 20%

How to Apply

1. Go to the official Puducherry recruitment portal at recruitment.py.gov.in
2. Register with your mobile number — you will receive your Username and Password via SMS
3. Log in and fill the Deputy Tahsildar (DT2025) application form with your personal, educational, and category details
4. Upload your passport-size photograph and signature in JPEG format (combined single image: min 600x600 pixels, max 150 KB; or separate: photo 238x306 pixels max 50 KB, signature 350x150 pixels max 30 KB)
5. Use the Preview facility to check all details before submitting
6. Click Submit — if you only Preview without Submitting, your application will not be accepted
7. Download and print your application for future reference

In-service applicants (Village Assistants/VAOs/Revenue Inspectors under DRDM) must also forward a copy of their online application through their Head of Department to the Special Secretary (Revenue), DRDM, Collectorate Complex, Vazudavur Road, Pettaiyanchattiram, Puducherry – 605009, on or before 05 July 2025 (3:00 PM).

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 28 May 2025
• Application Start Date: 28 May 2025 (12:00 Noon)
• Application End Date: 27 June 2025 (3:00 PM)
• In-Service Application Deadline: 05 July 2025 (3:00 PM)
• Tentative Exam Date: 20 July 2025
• Admit Card: To be announced on recruitment.py.gov.in

• Handle revenue administration tasks including land records management, survey, and settlement operations in assigned areas
• Assist the Tahsildar in land revenue collection, land registration, and maintaining revenue records
• Manage disaster relief operations and coordinate emergency response activities at the sub-divisional level
• Prepare and maintain land-related documents such as pattas, revenue records, and encumbrance certificates
• Work with village-level officers to resolve land disputes and process revenue applications from citizens
• Monitor and supervise Village Assistants, Village Administrative Officers, and Revenue Inspectors in day-to-day operations
• Follow government orders related to nativity certificates, community certificates, income certificates, and other revenue services
• Assist in conducting elections, census operations, and other government drives as assigned by the District Collector