TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Recruitment 2026 — 839 Vacancies

TNPSC is hiring 839 Diploma and ITI holders for 56 different technical posts across various Tamil Nadu Government departments, including Road Inspector, Assistant Agricultural Officer, Junior Training Officer, Motor Vehicle Inspector Grade-II, Draughtsman and Overseer. If you have a Diploma or ITI certificate in a relevant technical trade, you can apply online from 17 July 2026. The last date to apply is 15 August 2026 (11:59 PM). This is one of the biggest Diploma/ITI-level recruitment drives in Tamil Nadu this year.

Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) Combined Technical Services Examination (Diploma/ITI Level) Recruitment 2026 - 839 Posts

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released Notification No. 06/2026 (Advertisement No. 737), dated 7 July 2026, for the Combined Technical Services Examination (Diploma/ITI Level). This single notification covers 839 vacancies spread across 56 posts in more than 20 Tamil Nadu Government departments, boards and public sector bodies. Most posts do not require an interview — selection is mainly through a written exam followed by certificate verification. Diploma and ITI holders from streams like Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics and Agriculture, as well as various ITI trade certificates, can apply for a post matching their qualification. With 56 posts on offer in a single notification, this is a rare chance for Diploma and ITI candidates across Tamil Nadu to find a permanent government job that matches their specific technical background.

Vacancy Breakdown by Post

Junior Training Officer vacancies include specific trades such as Fitter (17), Wireman (15), Workshop Calculation and Science (14) and Electrician (6), among others. Check the detailed post code list on the TNPSC website to find your exact post and vacancy count.

Who Can Apply?

For Road Inspector, Overseer and Junior Draughting Officer Posts:

• Diploma in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

For Junior Training Officer Posts:

• ITI certificate or National Trade Certificate in the relevant trade (Fitter, Wireman, Electrician and other trades)

For Assistant Agricultural Officer Posts:

• Diploma in Agriculture or an equivalent qualification

Qualification requirements vary post by post — candidates with Diploma or ITI qualifications in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil, Agriculture, Horticulture and other technical streams can find a matching post. Check the detailed post code list in the official TNPSC notification for the exact requirement of your chosen post.

Age Limit

• The minimum age is 18 years for most posts, and 21 years for Motor Vehicle Inspector Grade-II and certain Junior Training Officer posts, as on 1 July 2026 (or 1 August 2026 for some Junior Training Officer post codes).
• The maximum age limit varies by post — for example, 34 years for Motor Vehicle Inspector Grade-II, 32 years for Assistant Manager/Radio Supervisor/Mines Foreman, and up to 50 years for some Technical Assistant posts. Many Junior Training Officer and Junior Draughting Officer posts have no specific upper age limit, subject to the overall 60-year cap under Tamil Nadu Government rules.
• Age Relaxation: Standard age relaxation applies for SC/ST/MBC/BC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen candidates as per Tamil Nadu Government norms.

Application Fee

• One-Time Registration (OTR) fee: Rs. 150 (valid for 5 years from activation)
• Examination fee: Rs. 100 per paper
• Total for General / BC / MBC / EWS candidates: Rs. 250
• SC / SC(A) / ST / PwD / Destitute Widow candidates: No fee (fully exempted from both OTR and exam fee)
• Payment mode: Online only, through the TNPSC application portal

Selection Process

The selection is a single-stage process:

1. Written Examination: Paper I is common for all candidates and includes a mandatory Tamil Eligibility Test along with General Studies and Aptitude & Mental Ability questions. Paper II is a subject or trade-specific technical paper based on the post and qualification you choose.
2. Certificate Verification: Shortlisted candidates go through onscreen and physical verification of their original certificates.
3. Counselling: Conducted wherever applicable, based on your rank and post preference.

How to Apply

1. Go to the TNPSC official website or application portal.
2. Complete your One Time Registration (OTR) if you have not already done so — this registration stays valid for 5 years and can be reused for future TNPSC exams.
3. Log in and fill in the online application for Notification No. 06/2026.
4. Choose your preferred post(s) and subject paper based on your qualification.
5. Upload your documents and photo.
6. Pay the OTR and examination fee online (if applicable to your category).
7. Submit the form and take a printout for your records.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 7 July 2026
• Online Application Start: 17 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 15 August 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Application Correction Window: 19 August 2026 to 21 August 2026
• Written Exam Date: To be announced

• Inspect roads, buildings, or technical works and verify quality standards (Road Inspector/Overseer posts)
• Prepare technical drawings, estimates, and survey reports (Draughtsman/Surveyor posts)
• Guide farmers on modern agricultural techniques and government schemes (Assistant Agricultural Officer)
• Train ITI students and apprentices in your technical trade (Junior Training Officer posts)
• Inspect vehicles for fitness and compliance with motor vehicle rules (Motor Vehicle Inspector posts)
• Maintain technical records, registers, and inspection reports
• Assist senior engineers and department officers in fieldwork and quality checks
• Follow safety norms and technical guidelines set by your department