TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 839 Posts, Apply Online, Eligibility, Last Date & Salary APPLY FROM 17 Jul 2026

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TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 839 Diploma and ITI level non-interview posts in different Tamil Nadu Government departments. The online application process will start on 17 July 2026 and continue until 15 August 2026.

This recruitment is a great opportunity for candidates who have completed ITI, Diploma, or other required technical qualifications and want a government job in Tamil Nadu. In this article, you will find complete details about the TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Recruitment 2026, including vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, application dates, exam pattern, syllabus, and the direct link to apply online.

TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Level Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Official Notification Out — 839 Diploma/ITI Level Non-Interview Posts | Apply Online 17 July – 15 August 2026
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Particulars Details
Organization Name Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
Recruitment Name Combined Technical Services Examination (CTSE) — Diploma/ITI Level, Non-Interview Posts
Notification Number Notification No. 06/2026 dated 07.07.2026
Post Name Road Inspector, Assistant Agricultural Officer, Junior Draughting Officer, Assistant Horticultural Officer, Junior Training Officer (multiple trades) and other Diploma/ITI level technical posts
Total Vacancies 839 Posts
Notification Release Date 07 July 2026
Application Mode Online Mode Only (via One-Time Registration — OTR)
Selection Type Non-Interview Posts (Written Exam + Certificate Verification + Counselling)
Job Location Various Government Departments across Tamil Nadu
Official Website www.tnpsc.gov.in

TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Level Official Notification 2026
Notification Name Combined Technical Services Examination (Diploma/ITI Level) — Notification No. 06/2026
Recruiting Body Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission, TNPSC Road, Broadway, Chennai – 600003
About the Recruitment CTSE (Diploma/ITI Level) is conducted annually by TNPSC to recruit candidates with technical qualifications (Diploma/ITI) for Non-Interview posts across various Tamil Nadu Government departments. Unlike CTSE Degree-level posts, this exam is exclusively for Diploma and ITI-qualified candidates

Important Dates 2026

  • Notification Release Date: 07 July 2026
  • Online Application Start Date: 17 July 2026
  • Last Date to Apply Online: 15 August 2026
  • Application Correction Window: 19 August – 21 August 2026
  • Admit Card Release: To be Notified (Usually a few days before exam)
  • Written Examination Date: To be Notified by TNPSC
  • Result / Merit List: To be Notified After Exam
  • Certificate Verification & Counselling: To be Notified After Result

Note: Candidates must use the correction window carefully, as changes may not be allowed once it closes. Keep checking www.tnpsc.gov.in for the exam date announcement.

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Nationality

  • Candidate must be a citizen of India
  • Candidate must ordinarily be a resident of Tamil Nadu (or fulfil the Tamil Nadu-specific residence/domicile requirement as prescribed by TNPSC)
  • Adequate knowledge of the Tamil Language (ability to read, write and speak Tamil) is mandatory for all posts under this recruitment

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Age Limit

  • Age limit is post-specific and varies across the different Diploma/ITI level posts advertised in this notification
  • Based on standard TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI norms, the general age band is expected to be around 18 to 30/32 years, with the exact minimum and maximum age fixed separately for each post
  • Age will be reckoned as on the first day of July of the recruitment year, as per standard TNPSC practice

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Age Relaxation (As per Standard TNPSC Norms)
Category Age Relaxation
SC / SC(A) / ST 5 Years (as per Tamil Nadu Government norms)
MBC / DC / BC / BC(OBCM) / BCM 3 Years
Destitute Widows Additional Relaxation as per Tamil Nadu Government Rules
Ex-Servicemen / PwBD As per Tamil Nadu Government Service Rules
Note: Exact post-wise age limit and relaxation figures must be verified from the official Notification No. 06/2026 PDF, as these differ across the various Diploma/ITI level posts.

Educational Qualification
Qualification Type Applicable For
ITI Certificate Junior Training Officer posts (trade-specific — Electrician, Fitter, Wireman, Welder, Machinist, Turner, DTP Operator, Marine Engine Fitter, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Mechanic Diesel, Plumber, Drone Pilot, and other trades)
Diploma (Engineering/Technical) Junior Draughting Officer, Overseer/Junior Engineer, Surveyor and similar technical posts
Diploma in Agriculture / Horticulture Assistant Agricultural Officer, Assistant Horticultural Officer
SSLC / HSC (with relevant technical certification) Road Inspector and select other posts, as prescribed post-wise
Degree (in select cases) Certain posts within this notification also accept a relevant Degree as an alternate qualification
Note: Qualification requirement is strictly post-specific — candidates must check the exact educational qualification prescribed for their chosen post in the official notification before applying. As per TNPSC’s standard eligibility pattern, candidates must have completed their education in the sequential order of SSLC → HSC/Diploma → UG/PG; qualifications obtained through non-sequential/open routes without passing school levels in order may not be accepted.

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Application Fee
One-Time Registration (OTR) Fee ₹150/- (Only for candidates registering for the first time)
Examination Fee ₹100/-
Fee Exemption SC/SC(A)/ST/MBC/DC/BC/BC(OBCM)/BCM, Destitute Widows, Ex-Servicemen and PwBD candidates of Tamil Nadu are generally exempted from Examination Fee as per TNPSC norms; OTR fee applies to all first-time registrants
Fee Payment Mode Online — Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI
Note: Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances. Candidates who already have a valid TNPSC OTR registration do not need to pay the OTR fee again.

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TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Vacancy 2026 — Post-Wise Details
Post Vacancy Details
Junior Training Officer (All Trades Combined) 117 Posts — spread across trades such as Electrician, Fitter, Wireman, Welder, Machinist, Turner, Desktop Publishing Operator, Marine Engine Fitter, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Mechanic Diesel, Plumber, Drone Pilot and more
Road Inspector Refer Official Notification for Exact Count
Assistant Agricultural Officer Refer Official Notification for Exact Count
Assistant Horticultural Officer Refer Official Notification for Exact Count
Junior Draughting Officer / Overseer / Junior Engineer / Surveyor Refer Official Notification for Exact Count
Other Technical Posts Remaining vacancies spread across additional Diploma/ITI level posts as per department requisition
Total 839
Note: Only the Junior Training Officer trade-group total (117) is confirmed separately at this time; the remaining post-wise split among Road Inspector, Assistant Agricultural Officer, Junior Draughting Officer, Assistant Horticultural Officer and other posts will be updated here once the full category and post-wise annexure is verified from the official notification PDF.

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Selection Process 2026

  • Stage 1: Written Examination — Paper I (Tamil Eligibility Test, General Studies, Aptitude & Mental Ability) and Paper II (Subject/Trade-specific Technical Paper)
  • Stage 2: Certificate Verification for shortlisted candidates as per merit and category-wise vacancies
  • Stage 3: Counselling and Final Selection based on marks, rank, category and post preference

Important Points

  • This is a Non-Interview recruitment — final selection is based purely on written exam performance and successful certificate verification, with no personal interview stage
  • Candidates must appear for both Paper I and Paper II; absence in either paper leads to disqualification even if minimum qualifying marks are otherwise secured
  • Only Paper I (Part B + Part C) and Paper II marks are considered for final merit ranking; Part A (Tamil Eligibility Test) is qualifying only

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TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI 2026 Salary & Pay Scale
Component Details
Pay Level Range Pay Level 8 to Pay Level 15 (Tamil Nadu Government Pay Matrix, post-dependent)
Select Posts Some posts (e.g. certain Junior Training Officer trades) may be placed on an EPF-based salary scale instead of the regular pay matrix, as per department rules
Additional Allowances Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA), EPF/Pension Benefits and other allowances as per Tamil Nadu Government service rules
Note: Exact Basic Pay and in-hand salary depend on the specific post and Pay Level assigned; candidates should verify post-wise pay details in the official notification.

TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Exam Pattern 2026
Paper Subject / Structure / Marks / Duration
Paper I — Part A Tamil Eligibility Test (Qualifying Only) — 100 Questions | 150 Marks | Minimum 40% (60/150) Required to Qualify
Paper I — Part B & C General Studies (Part B) + Aptitude & Mental Ability Test (Part C) — Merit Marks Counted
Paper I Total 150 Marks | 3 Hours Duration | OMR-Based
Paper II Subject/Trade-Specific Technical Paper (based on the post applied for) — 300 Marks | 3 Hours Duration | Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Total Marks Considered for Merit 450 Marks (Part B + Part C + Paper II)
Question Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Negative Marking 1/3 Mark Deduction for Wrong Answers in Tamil Eligibility Test (as per standard TNPSC CTS pattern; verify for Paper I Part B/C and Paper II)
Question Paper Language Part B and Part C questions are set in both English and Tamil
Note: Candidates must qualify Part A (Tamil Eligibility Test) to have their Part B, Part C and Paper II answer scripts evaluated. Minimum qualifying marks for Part B + Part C + Paper II combined are generally around 100 marks for General category and 75 marks for reserved categories, as per standard TNPSC CTS norms — confirm exact figures from the notification.

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TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI 2026 Syllabus Overview
Section Key Topics
Tamil Eligibility Test Tamil Grammar, Comprehension, Basic Vocabulary and Translation Skills (up to Matriculation Standard)
General Studies General Science, Current Events (National, International, State), History and Culture of Tamil Nadu, Indian Polity, Geography, Indian Economy
Aptitude & Mental Ability Simplification, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Number Series, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation
Technical Paper (Trade/Subject-Specific) Varies by post — Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering fundamentals for Draughting/Overseer posts; trade theory and practical concepts for Electrician, Fitter, Wireman, Welder, Machinist, Turner and other ITI trades; Agriculture/Horticulture science for AAO/AHO posts
Note: The complete subject-wise, post-wise detailed syllabus is published along with the official notification/syllabus PDF on the TNPSC website — candidates should download and refer to their specific trade/post syllabus for focused preparation.

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How to Apply Online for TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Recruitment 2026

  • Visit the official TNPSC website — www.tnpsc.gov.in
  • If applying for the first time, complete One-Time Registration (OTR): enter personal details, complete Aadhaar e-KYC verification, and upload a recent photograph and signature; pay the ₹150 OTR fee to generate your unique registration number
  • If already OTR-registered, log in directly using your existing User ID and Password
  • Select the “Combined Technical Services Examination (Diploma/ITI Level) 2026” application link
  • Fill in your educational and technical qualification details and choose the specific post(s)/trade(s) you wish to apply for
  • Upload the necessary documents, including educational certificates, community/category certificates, and other relevant documents in the prescribed PDF format
  • Pay the ₹100 Examination Fee (if not exempted) through the available online payment modes
  • Carefully review all entered details before final submission — use the correction window (19–21 August 2026) if any changes are needed
  • Submit the application and download/print the confirmation page for future reference

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Documents Required for TNPSC CTSE Application 2026

  • Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN/Driving Licence)
  • SSLC (10th) Certificate & Marksheet (Date of Birth Proof)
  • HSC (12th) Certificate, if applicable to the post
  • ITI Certificate / Diploma Certificate & Marksheets (as required for the chosen post/trade)
  • Degree Certificate, where applicable as an alternate qualification
  • Community/Category Certificate (SC/SC(A)/ST/MBC/DC/BC/BC(OBCM)/BCM, if applicable, in prescribed Tamil Nadu Government format)
  • Tamil Nadu Residence/Nativity Certificate
  • Recent Passport-size Photograph (Scanned)
  • Scanned Signature

Note: Original certificates along with self-attested photocopies must be produced at the time of Certificate Verification. Educational qualification order must follow the sequential pattern (SSLC → HSC/Diploma → UG/PG) as required by TNPSC; any mismatch can lead to rejection.

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TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI 2026 Preparation Strategy

  • Clear the Tamil Eligibility Test first — since it is qualifying but mandatory, dedicate early preparation time to Tamil grammar and comprehension to comfortably cross the 40% threshold
  • Focus heavily on the Technical Paper (Paper II) — carrying 300 out of 450 merit marks, this is the single biggest scoring opportunity; master your trade/subject’s core concepts thoroughly
  • General Studies: Build a strong base in Tamil Nadu history, culture and current affairs along with national-level General Science and Polity
  • Aptitude & Mental Ability: Practice numerical ability, reasoning and data interpretation regularly to improve speed and accuracy
  • Watch the negative marking in the Tamil Eligibility Test — attempt only confident answers to avoid losing marks
  • Refer to previous year TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI question papers to understand the difficulty level and question trends specific to your post/trade
  • Take regular subject-wise and full-length mock tests once the detailed syllabus PDF is available

Job Profile — What These Posts Involve

  • Junior Training Officer: Impart practical trade training to trainees at Government ITIs/Vocational Training Institutes in the assigned trade (Electrician, Fitter, Welder, etc.)
  • Road Inspector: Inspect and monitor road construction and maintenance works under the Highways/Rural Development Department
  • Assistant Agricultural/Horticultural Officer: Assist farmers with crop advisory, government scheme implementation and field-level agricultural extension work
  • Junior Draughting Officer/Overseer/Surveyor: Prepare technical drawings, assist in survey work and support engineering execution for government infrastructure projects
  • Postings are made across various districts and departments of Tamil Nadu based on department requirement and candidate merit/preference

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many total vacancies are there in TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI Recruitment 2026?
Ans. A total of 839 vacancies have been announced across various Diploma/ITI level Non-Interview posts.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for TNPSC CTSE Diploma/ITI 2026?
Ans. The last date to submit the online application is 15 August 2026.

Q3. What is the application fee?
Ans. A One-Time Registration (OTR) fee of ₹150 (for first-time registrants) and an Examination Fee of ₹100 are applicable, with fee exemptions for eligible reserved categories.

Q4. What is the selection process for this recruitment?
Ans. Selection is based on a Written Examination (Paper I and Paper II) followed by Certificate Verification and Counselling — there is no interview stage.

Q5. Is Tamil language knowledge mandatory?
Ans. Yes, adequate knowledge of Tamil (reading, writing and speaking) is mandatory for all posts, and candidates must clear the qualifying Tamil Eligibility Test.

Q6. What is the salary range for these posts?
Ans. Salary varies by post, generally ranging from Pay Level 8 to Pay Level 15 as per the Tamil Nadu Government Pay Matrix, with some posts on an EPF-based scale.

Q7. When is the application correction window?
Ans. The correction window is open from 19 August to 21 August 2026.

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