TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 PDF, Paper 1 & 2, Subject-Wise Syllabus

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TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Syllabus 2026: Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released the syllabus and exam pattern for the Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) Diploma/ITI Level 2026.

The recruitment notification has been announced for 839 Diploma and ITI-level technical posts, and the written examination is scheduled to begin from 20 September 2026.

Candidates preparing for TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Exam 2026 can check the complete Paper I and Paper II syllabus, exam pattern, marking scheme, negative marking, subject-wise topics, selection process, and preparation strategy in this article.

Paper I includes Tamil Eligibility Test, General Studies, and Aptitude & Mental Ability, while Paper II will be based on the candidate’s respective Diploma/ITI trade or technical discipline.

TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 – Overview
Notification Out for 839 Diploma/ITI Posts | Written Exam from 20 September 2026
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Particulars Details
Organization Name Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
Exam Name Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) — Diploma/ITI Level
Notification Release Date 07 July 2026
Total Vacancies 839 Posts
Apply Online Dates 17 July 2026 to 15 August 2026
Written Examination Date From 20 September 2026
Category Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Eligibility Diploma in Engineering or ITI Certificate in the relevant trade/discipline
Age Limit Minimum 18 Years — Maximum 32 Years (relaxation for reserved categories as per rules)
Exam Mode Offline (OMR-Based), Multiple Choice Questions
Official Website www.tnpsc.gov.in

TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Selection Process 2026
The TNPSC Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) — Diploma/ITI Level 2026 selection process consists of a single-stage objective-type written examination (Paper I and Paper II), followed by onscreen certificate verification and counselling. For posts requiring an interview, the process additionally includes an interview stage after the written exam. Candidates must qualify at each applicable stage to be considered for final selection, and the final merit is decided based on written exam marks combined with reservation rules.

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TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Exam Pattern 2026
Paper Subject / Marks / Questions
Paper I — Part A Tamil Eligibility Test — 100 Questions | 100 Marks (Qualifying in nature — minimum 40%, i.e., 60/150 combined marks required)
Paper I — Part B General Studies (SSLC Standard) — 75 Questions | 75 Marks
Paper I — Part C Aptitude & Mental Ability (SSLC Standard) — 25 Questions | 25 Marks
Paper I Total 200 Questions | 200 Marks | 3 Hours
Paper II Subject Paper — based on relevant Diploma/ITI trade/technical syllabus — 300 Questions | 300 Marks | 3 Hours
Negative Marking 1/3 Mark deducted for each wrong answer
Question Paper Language Available in both English and Tamil (except the Tamil Eligibility Test)
Important: Candidates must secure at least 40% marks (60 out of 150) in the Tamil Eligibility Test (Paper I, Part A) to qualify. Only if this qualifying threshold is met will Paper I (Parts B & C) and Paper II be evaluated for that candidate. This makes the Tamil Eligibility Test a mandatory gatekeeping stage even though its marks are not counted toward the final merit.

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TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Syllabus 2026 — Paper I
Section Topics Covered
General Studies Ancient, Medieval & Modern India; Physical, Indian & World Geography; Indian Constitution, Political System & State Government; Basics of Indian Economy & Economic Planning; Physics, Chemistry, Biology; Current Affairs; Sports & Culture; Indian Awards & Honours; Famous Personalities; Important Days & Dates; Major Economic Schemes & Policies
Aptitude & Mental Ability Analogies, Series Completion, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Mirror Images, Embedded Figures, Paper Folding & Cutting, Pattern Completion, Logical Deduction, Logical Sequences, Seating Arrangement, Data Interpretation, Venn Diagrams, Syllogism, Number Series, Speed/Time/Distance, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Ratio & Proportion
Tamil Eligibility Test SSLC-standard Tamil language test (Qualifying only, marks not counted toward final merit)
Note: The Paper I syllabus (Tamil Eligibility Test, General Studies, and Aptitude & Mental Ability) is identical for both the Degree-level and Diploma/ITI-level CTSE exams — only Paper II differs based on the post and qualification level.

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TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Syllabus 2026 — Paper II (Subject Paper)
Trade/Discipline Broad Coverage Area
Civil Engineering (Diploma) Building Materials & Construction, Surveying, Strength of Materials, Structural Engineering, Concrete Technology, Estimating & Costing, Public Health Engineering, Highway & Transportation Engineering
Mechanical Engineering (Diploma) Thermal Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Machine Design, Manufacturing Technology, Strength of Materials, Automobile Engineering basics, Industrial Engineering
Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Diploma) Basic Electrical Engineering, Electrical Machines, Power Systems, Electronics Devices & Circuits, Control Systems, Measurements & Instrumentation
Electronics & Communication Engineering (Diploma) Analog & Digital Electronics, Communication Systems, Microprocessors, Electronic Instrumentation, Signals & Systems
Computer Science / Computer Engineering (Diploma) Programming Fundamentals, Data Structures, Database Management, Computer Networks, Operating Systems, Web Technology basics
ITI Trades (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Mechanic, etc.) Trade Theory and Practical concepts as per the respective NCVT/NSQF ITI syllabus for the specific trade, including relevant safety standards and tools/equipment knowledge
Other Diploma Fields (Agriculture, Horticulture, Library Science, Business Administration, etc.) Core diploma-level subject syllabus specific to the discipline, as prescribed in the official TNPSC syllabus document for the relevant post
Note: Paper II is entirely post-specific — the exact detailed topic list for your applied post/trade is given in the official TNPSC CTSE syllabus PDF released along with the notification. Always cross-check the specific syllabus for your applied post code before starting preparation.

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TNPSC CTSE Exam Pattern — Translator Posts (For Reference)
Paper Subject / Marks
Paper I Part A (Tamil Eligibility Test) + Part B (General Studies) + Part C (Aptitude & Mental Ability) — 300 Marks | 3 Hours
Paper II Translation — 100 Marks | 2.5 Hours

TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Notification 2026 — Snapshot
Particular Detail
Notification Released 07 July 2026, for 839 Diploma/ITI-level technical posts
Application Window 17 July 2026 to 15 August 2026
Written Exam Tentatively from 20 September 2026
Application Mode Online, through One Time Registration (OTR) on tnpsc.gov.in
Posts Covered Various Diploma/ITI-level technical posts across Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Science, Agriculture, Horticulture, Library Science, Business Administration, and other disciplines

Selection Stages — Step by Step

  • Stage 1 — Written Examination: Single-stage objective-type exam comprising Paper I (Tamil Eligibility Test + General Studies + Aptitude) and Paper II (Subject Paper)
  • Stage 2 — Onscreen Certificate Verification: Candidates shortlisted based on written exam performance and reservation rules must upload any pending or required documents within the specified deadline
  • Stage 3 — Interview (for interview posts only): Applicable posts that require an interview will have candidates called for a personal interview after certificate verification
  • Stage 4 — Counselling & Final Allotment: Final post allotment is done based on overall merit rank, category, and preference order submitted by the candidate

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TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Preparation Tips

  • Clear the Tamil Eligibility Test threshold first — if you don’t score at least 40% (60/150) in Part A, your entire Paper I (Parts B & C) and Paper II will not even be evaluated, no matter how well you perform there
  • Paper II carries more weight (300 marks) than Paper I (200 marks) — prioritize your core technical/trade subject preparation accordingly, without neglecting General Studies and Aptitude
  • Understand the exam structure and note down high-weightage topics in your trade/discipline to build a focused study plan
  • Allocate fixed daily hours to both theory study and numerical/aptitude practice, and avoid distractions
  • Focus first on core technical concepts of your Diploma/ITI trade, while making short notes of key formulas and definitions for quick last-minute revision
  • Practice previous years’ TNPSC CTS/CTSE question papers to understand the actual question format, difficulty level, and frequently repeated topics
  • Take regular mock tests to track your accuracy and speed — remember, each wrong answer costs you 1/3 mark, so avoid random guessing on questions you’re unsure about
  • Keep revising General Studies current affairs (state and national) close to the exam date, since this section changes the most from year to year

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TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 — FAQs
Q1. What is the exam pattern for TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Level 2026?
The exam has two papers: Paper I (200 marks — Tamil Eligibility Test, General Studies, and Aptitude & Mental Ability) and Paper II (300 marks — Subject Paper based on the relevant Diploma/ITI trade syllabus).Q2. Is there negative marking in the TNPSC CTSE exam?
Yes, 1/3 mark is deducted for every wrong answer.

Q3. What is the qualifying requirement for the Tamil Eligibility Test?
Candidates must score at least 40% marks (60 out of 150) in the Tamil Eligibility Test (Paper I, Part A). Only if this is cleared will the rest of Paper I and Paper II be evaluated.

Q4. How many vacancies are there in the TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI 2026 notification?
A total of 839 Diploma/ITI-level technical posts have been notified.

Q5. What is the duration of each paper?
Both Paper I and Paper II are of 3 hours’ duration for the Diploma/ITI (non-translator) exam pattern.

Q6. Is the Paper I syllabus different for Degree and Diploma/ITI candidates?
No, the Paper I syllabus (Tamil Eligibility Test, General Studies, Aptitude & Mental Ability) is common for both Degree and Diploma/ITI level CTSE exams — only Paper II (the subject-specific paper) differs.

Q7. When is the TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI written exam scheduled?
The written examination is tentatively expected to begin from 20 September 2026.

Q8. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Minimum 18 years and maximum 32 years, with relaxation for reserved categories as per Tamil Nadu government rules.

Q9. What is the selection process after the written exam?
Shortlisted candidates go through onscreen certificate verification, and for posts requiring it, an interview, followed by counselling for final post allotment.

Q10. Where can candidates download the detailed TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI syllabus PDF?
The detailed, post-wise syllabus PDF is available on the official TNPSC website, www.tnpsc.gov.in, along with the notification.

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