Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has announced the TNPSC Group 1 Notification 2024 on March 28, 2024. This notification brings forth opportunities for 90 vacancies within various departments under the Tamil Nadu Government sector. Interested candidates can apply online through the provided link before April 27, 2024. Here’s a detailed overview:
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date to Apply Online | March 28, 2024 |
| Last Date for Online Application | April 27, 2024 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | May 02, 2024 (12:01 AM) – May 04, 2024 (11:59 PM) |
| Preliminary Examination Date & Time | July 13, 2024 (9:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M.) |
| Main Written Examination Date | To be announced later |
Vacancy Details
The TNPSC Group 1 2024 examination aims to fill approximately 90 posts across various services in Tamil Nadu. Below is a breakdown of the vacancies:
| S. No. | Post Name | Service | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deputy Collector | Tamil Nadu Civil Service | 16 |
| 2 | Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category-I) | Tamil Nadu Police Service | 23 |
| 3 | Assistant Commissioner | Tamil Nadu Commercial Taxes Service | 14 |
| 4 | Deputy Registrar | Tamil Nadu Co-operative Service | 21 |
| 5 | Assistant Director of Rural Development | Tamil Nadu Panchayat Development Service | 14 |
| 6 | District Employment Officer | Tamil Nadu General Service | 1 |
| 7 | District Officer (Fire and Rescue Services) | Tamil Nadu General Service | 1 |
TNPSC Group 1 Salary
All 90 vacancies announced under TNPSC Group 1 Notification 2024 belong to Pay Level 22. Selected candidates will also receive various allowances like DA, HRA, etc.
Age Limit
| Post Name | Minimum Age | Maximum Age Limit (SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s, BCMs and Destitute Widows) | Maximum Age Limit (Others) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Posts (except Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes)) | 21 Years | 39 Years | 34 Years |
| Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) (For applicants possessing any degree) | 21 Years | 39 Years | 34 Years |
| Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) (For applicants possessing any degree) | 21 Years | 40 Years | 35 Years |
Educational Qualification
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category I) / Deputy Collector / District Officer: Any Graduate Degree.
- Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes): A degree in Commerce and Law and a Diploma in Taxation law; or a degree both in Commerce and Law; or a degree in Commerce or Law and a Diploma in Taxation law; or a degree either in Commerce or Law.
- District Employment Officer: Graduates in Economics / Education / Sociology / Statistics or Psychology, or those with Post Graduate Diploma in Social Science and Experience in Industrial or Personal Management or Labour Welfare.
- Assistant Director of Rural Development: Post Graduate Degree in Rural Service of the Gandhigram Rural Institute, Madurai District; or Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in Extension; or Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in Sociology.
Selection Process
The selection process includes various stages.
Application Fee
Registration fees must be paid online. The fee details for Preliminary and Mains Examination are as follows:
| Prelims Examination Fee | Mains Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| 100/- | 200/- |
Exam Pattern
- Prelims Exam:
- Divided into 2 sections
- 200 questions worth 300 marks
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Minimum qualifying marks: 120 marks for unreserved category candidates and 90 marks for specific reserved categories
How to Apply
- Visit the TNPSC website www.tnpsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to Recruitment -> Apply Online.
- The online registration period is from March 28, 2024, to April 27, 2024.
- New users should register using their active email ID and mobile number.
- Upon registration, a unique Registration Number and Password will be generated; make sure to note them down.
- Log in and fill in the application form accurately.
- Verify the details before submission.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Proceed to make the online payment for the application fee.
- After successful submission, print the application form for future reference.