Description:
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially released the Group VA Combined Civil Services Examination Notification 2025 for recruitment to various posts under the Tamil Nadu Ministerial and Secretariat Services. A total of 2353 vacancies have been announced. Eligible candidates can apply online through www.tnpsc.gov.in from October 15, 2025 to November 14, 2025.
Check complete details on eligibility, qualification, salary, exam pattern, and application process below.
Department:
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
Post Designation:
Group VA Posts under the Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service and Tamil Nadu Secretariat Service which include:
- Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
- Junior Assistant
- Typist
- Steno-Typist
- Assistant
(Exact post names and department-wise vacancies are mentioned in the official notification.)
Job Location:
Across Tamil Nadu
Application Start Date:
15 October 2025
Application Closing Date:
14 November 2025
How To Apply?
- Visit the official TNPSC website: www.tnpsc.gov.in
- Click on “Apply Online” → “One-Time Registration (OTR)” if not already registered.
- Fill out the application form for Group VA Recruitment 2025.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required certificates.
- Pay the examination fee online through debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking.
- Submit the application and print the confirmation page for reference.
Salary:
Depending on the post, the Pay Level ranges from Level-16 to Level-22
(Approx. ₹20,600 – ₹75,900/- per month + allowances as per Tamil Nadu government norms.)
Total Vacancy:
2353 Vacancies (Tentative)
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or Institution.
- Typist/Steno-Typist posts require Typing and Shorthand qualifications in Tamil & English.
- Must possess adequate knowledge of Tamil as per TNPSC norms.
Age Eligibility:
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 32 years (General Category)
(as on 01.07.2025)
Age Relaxation:
- SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBC/DCs, BCs, BCMs: No maximum age limit.
- Others: 32 years maximum.
- Ex-Servicemen & Differently Abled Persons: As per TN Government rules.
Offline or Online Exam:
Online Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Exam Pattern:
- Paper I: General Tamil / General English (100 Questions – 150 Marks)
- Paper II: General Studies & Aptitude (100 Questions – 150 Marks)
- Total Marks: 300
- Duration: 3 Hours
Selection based on written examination and certificate verification.
