Tamil Nadu Govt Jobs 2026
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Tamil Nadu's recruitment splits by job type: TNPSC for Group 1 to Group 4 services, TNUSRB for police, TRB for teachers and MRB for health staff. TNPSC exams include a compulsory Tamil eligibility paper, and candidates educated in Tamil medium get a 20% preference.
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- Last updated 28 Oct 2026
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Tamil Nadu Government Jobs at a Glance
- Public Service Commission
- Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
- Other main recruiters
- Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB), Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB), Medical Services Recruitment Board (MRB)
- Language of administration
- Tamil
- Capital
- Chennai
- High Court
- Madras High Court, Chennai, with a bench at Madurai
- Teacher eligibility
- TN TET
Who Recruits in Tamil Nadu
TNPSC · Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission
Group 1, 2, 2A and 4 services, including VAO, junior assistant and deputy collector.
tnpsc.gov.in (official website, opens in a new tab)TNUSRB · Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board
Police constables, sub-inspectors, jail warders and firemen.
tnusrb.tn.gov.in (official website, opens in a new tab)TRB · Teachers Recruitment Board
Graduate teachers, PG assistants and lecturers.
MRB · Medical Services Recruitment Board
Nurses, assistant surgeons and other health posts.
Madras HC · Madras High Court
High Court and district court staff.
mhc.tn.gov.in (official website, opens in a new tab)
Eligibility Tests to Clear First
| Test | Conducted by | Needed for | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| TN TET: Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test | TRB | Secondary grade and BT assistant posts. | See the current notice. |
Main Exams in Tamil Nadu
| Exam | Conducted by | Leads to | Stages |
|---|---|---|---|
| TNPSC Group 4 | TNPSC | VAO, junior assistant, typist and similar posts | Single written exam with Tamil eligibility-cum-scoring paper, certificate verification |
| TNPSC Group 2 / 2A | TNPSC | Sub-registrar, assistant and similar posts | Preliminary, main exam (Tamil qualifying paper included) |
| TNUSRB Constable | TNUSRB | Grade II police constable, jail warder, fireman | Written test, physical tests, certificate verification |
| Group 1 Services | TNPSC | Deputy Collector, DSP and other top state posts | Per notice |
| Group 4 | TNPSC | Village Administrative Officer, junior assistant, typist and similar posts | Per notice |
| Teacher recruitment | Teachers Recruitment Board | BT assistants and PG assistants, linked to TN TET | Per notice |
Rules Specific to Tamil Nadu Notifications
Language: TNPSC exams include a compulsory Tamil paper that must be passed. Candidates who studied entirely in Tamil medium get the PSTM (Persons Studied in Tamil Medium) preference.
Residence and reservation: Communal reservation categories are those listed by Tamil Nadu, and certificates must be issued by TN authorities.
Preparing for Tamil Nadu Exams
State GK covers Tamil history and culture, Thirukkural, Tamil Nadu's development and administration.
General papers overlap with SSC and railway exams.
Things Candidates Often Miss in Tamil Nadu
- The PSTM claim needs certificates covering every level of your education in Tamil medium.
- Failing the Tamil paper means your other papers are not evaluated.
Popular Government Posts in Tamil Nadu
| Post | Usually recruited by | Usual minimum qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk / junior assistant | TNPSC | 12th pass or graduate, with typing |
| Police constable | TNUSRB | 10th or 12th pass |
| Sub-inspector | TNUSRB | Graduate |
| School teacher | Teachers Recruitment Board | D.El.Ed. or B.Ed., plus TET |
| Patwari / revenue posts | TNPSC | 12th pass or graduate, by state rules |
| Junior engineer | TNUSRB | Diploma or degree in engineering |
| Staff nurse | MRB | B.Sc. Nursing or GNM |
| Tamil Nadu civil services officer | TNPSC | Graduate |
How State Recruitment Works
The usual path is notification, application, written test, any skill or physical test, then documents.
Read the full guide to groups, selection, pay and documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tamil compulsory for TNPSC exams?
Yes. TNPSC exams include a compulsory Tamil eligibility paper with a minimum pass mark.
What is the PSTM quota?
Persons Studied in Tamil Medium get 20% preference in state recruitment when they have completed their education in Tamil medium.