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The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released the notification for the Combined Civil Services Examination - I (Group I Services) for the year 2025. This recruitment aims to fill positions such as Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category-I), Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes), Assistant Director of Rural Development, District Employment Officer, and Assistant Commissioner of Labor.
These positions fall under various Tamil Nadu State Government Services, including the Tamil Nadu Civil Service, Police Service, Commercial Taxes Service, Panchayat Development Service, General Service, and Labor Service. This recruitment presents a significant opportunity for individuals aspiring to join prime administrative roles within the state.
Online registration for the Tamil Nadu Group 1 recruitment commenced on April 01, 2025, and candidates can apply until April 30, 2025. The preliminary examination is scheduled to be held on June 15, 2025, with the dates for the main examination to be announced later. Applicants must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and are required to apply exclusively through the official website.
TNPSC Group 1 Notification 2025 Details
| Name of Examination | Combined Civil Services Examination - I (Group I) |
| Conducting Authority | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission |
| Total Vacancies | 70 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | April 30, 2025 |
| Official Portal | tnpsc.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria
Below are the educational qualifications and age limit criteria for each post. All qualifications must be obtained from a recognized university, and the age is calculated as of 01 July 2025.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit (Others) |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | Any degree from a recognized university | 21 to 34 years |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (Cat-I) | Any degree + Physical Fitness Standards (Preference for Sports Awards) | 21 years to NA (Not Applicable) |
| Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) | Any degree (Preference for B.Com + BL + Diploma in Taxation Laws) | 21 to 44 years |
| Assistant Director of Rural Development | Any degree (Preference for Postgraduate degree in Rural Services, Sociology, etc.) | 21 to 34 years |
| District Employment Officer | Any degree (Preference for Economics, Education, etc.) | 21 to 34 years |
| Assistant Commissioner of Labor | Any degree (Preference for descendants of Freedom Fighters) | 21 to 34 years |
Registration Fee
All candidates are required to pay a preliminary examination fee of ₹ 100 when submitting their online application. If shortlisted for the main examination, an additional main examination fee of ₹ 200 must be paid, unless the candidate is eligible for fee exemption.
Candidates belonging to Special Categories such as SC/ST, PWBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities), and Destitute Widows are eligible for full or partial fee exemption. The commission maintains records of the number of fee-exempt attempts made by candidates; attempting to conceal previous fee-exempt appearances will result in the rejection of the application. All fees must be paid online via Net Banking/Credit/Debit Card. Offline payments are not accepted.
Application Dates
- Start of online application: April 01, 2025
- Last date to apply online: April 30, 2025
- Application Correction Window: May 05 to May 07, 2025
- Preliminary Examination Date: June 15, 2025
Selection Process
The selection procedure comprises three main stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective - Screening Test)
- Main Written Examination (Descriptive)
- Interview & Medical/Physical Standards Verification (as applicable)
Candidates shortlisted from the preliminary examination will be called for the mains examination based on a ratio of 1:20. The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the main examination and the interview.
How to Apply Online for TNPSC Group 1 Recruitment 2025?
Follow these steps carefully to complete your application for TNPSC Group I Services 2025 through the official website:
- Visit the official website at tnpscexams.in
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) by paying ₹ 150 if not already done.
- Use your registered OTR ID and password to log in to your Dashboard.
- Click on the "Apply" link next to Combined Civil Services Examination - I (Group I Services).
- Fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Upload scanned documents, photographs, signatures, and certificates in the appropriate format and size.
- Pay the required examination fee (₹ 100 for Prelims) online using Net Banking/Credit/Debit Card.
- Preview the filled application and check all information thoroughly.
- Submit the application before the deadline and take a printout for your records.
- Official website: tnpsc.gov.in
- Detailed Notification: Download from here
- Application link: Click here to apply
