📌 TNPSC VAO, Typist, Junior Assistant, Forest Guard Recruitment 2026: Overview
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially announced an employment notification inviting eligible candidates to fill VAO, Typist, Junior Assistant, Forest Guard Job vacancies for the 2026 recruitment cycle. Interested candidates who fulfill the prescribed educational qualification (SSLC, 12th Std) are invited to apply before the official Post closing date.
VAO, Typist, Junior Assistant, Forest Guard
📅 Important Dates & Deadlines TNPSC VAO, Typist, Junior Assistant, Forest Guard
Please review the scheduled timeline and submit your application well before the deadline:
- Application Starts: 2026-10-06
- Last Date to Apply: 2026-11-05
💰 Application Fee Details for TNPSC Job
Review the prescribed fee structure applicable to candidates applying for this post:
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One Time Registration (OTR): ₹150 (valid for 5 years).
Examination Fee:₹100 (Exemptions apply as per TN norms for SC, ST, PwBD, Destitute Widows, and eligible BC/MBC attempts).
👤 Age Limit Criteria
Verify whether your current age falls within the prescribed age bracket:
- 18 to 32/34 years Years
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess the requisite educational background as stipulated below:
General Posts (VAO, Junior Assistant, Bill Collector): Must have passed SSLC (10th Standard) or its equivalent with eligibility for higher secondary admission.
Typist and Steno-Typist (Grade III): SSLC passed + Government Technical Examination in Typewriting (Higher in Tamil & English, or Higher in one and Lower in the other). Shorthand qualification required for Steno posts.
Forest Guard / Forest Guard with DL:Higher Secondary (12th Std) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Botany/Zoology (and valid driving licence where specified).
📊 Vacancy Breakdown
The post-wise and category-wise breakdown of vacancies announced for this recruitment:
Junior Assistant (Non-Security):2,610 posts
Typist: 1,570+ posts (Across Secretariat, Judicial, Municipal, Corporation, and Ministerial Services)
Junior Assistant (Accounts / TNPDCL): 422 posts
Village Administrative Officer (VAO): 291 posts
Steno-Typist (Grade III): 390+ posts
Junior Assistant (Judicial / Corporation / Boards): 450+ posts
Bill / Tax Collector: 204 posts
Forest Guard / Forest Watcher:Included under standard Group 4 services
📝 Selection Process
The recruitment commission will select eligible candidates through the following stages:
Selection Mode
- Single Written Exam (Offline OMR) + Certificate Verification
Important Dates
Event Date / Schedule Notification Released 06 October 2026 Online Application Start Date 06 October 2026 Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee 05 November 2026 (11:59 PM) Application Correction Window 09 November 2026 to 11 November 2026 Written Examination Date 10 January 2027 (9:30 AM to 12:30 PM) Exam Pattern (300 Marks — 3 Hours)
The exam consists of a single paper containing 200 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs):
Part A — Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test (SSLC Std):
100 Questions | 150 Marks
Minimum qualifying cut-off: 40% (60 marks) required in Part A for Part B evaluation.
Part B — General Studies & Aptitude:
General Studies (75 Questions) + Aptitude & Mental Ability (25 Questions)
100 Questions | 150 Marks
Total: 200 Questions | 300 Marks | Duration: 3 Hours (OMR Sheet Mode).
🔗 Official Notifications and Website
Access the official recruitment advertisement and the primary portal via the links below:
📝 Direct Application Form
Access the direct registration and online submission portal before the deadline:
- Online Application Link: Click Here to Apply Online
- Application Status: Open until 2026-11-05
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the closing date for TNPSC VAO, Typist, Junior Assistant, Forest Guard Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit your application is 2026-11-05.
How many total vacancies are announced for VAO, Typist, Junior Assistant, Forest Guard?
A total of 6574 posts have been officially published under this recruitment cycle.
What is the educational qualification required to apply?
Candidates must satisfy the required educational standard: SSLC, 12th Std.
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