Last updated: 5 June 2026
Group IV Services (VAO / Junior Asst) 2026
Group IV Services (VAO / Junior Asst) 2026: 8,010 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 18-32 years. Qualification: 10th / 12th Pass (post-wise).
Total Vacancies
8,010
Department
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission
Age Limit
18-32 years
Qualification
10th / 12th Pass (post-wise)
The application window has closed. Monitor the department’s official website for the next recruitment cycle.
Official Note
TNPSC Group IV 2026 — VAO, Junior Assistant, Bill Collector and allied posts. Single written paper.
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 25 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 20 May 2026
- Exam Date
- 23 August 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 July 2027
Selection Process
- Written Exam — 150 marks (MCQ, 3 hours, single paper)
- Certificate Verification
- Merit-based appointment
Previous Year Indicative Cut Off
Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (BC) | 115 | 150 | 76.7% |
| MBC / DNC | 104 | 150 | 69.3% |
| SC | 93 | 150 | 62.0% |
Exam Centres
Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
Syllabus Highlights
- General Tamil — grammar, literature, Thirukkural (60 marks)
- General Studies — TN & national history, geography, polity, current affairs (60 marks)
- Aptitude & Mental Ability — arithmetic, logical reasoning (30 marks)
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: 10th / 12th Pass (post-wise)
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 32 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 35 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 37 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 42 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 July 2027.
Salary & Perks
₹15,900 – ₹50,400
Apply Kaise Karein
- Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
- Complete registration on the authorised portal for Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission.
- Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
- After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.
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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is the age limit for Group IV Services (VAO / Junior Asst) 2026? v
For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 32 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Thursday, 1 July 2027.
How do I apply for Group IV Services (VAO / Junior Asst) 2026? v
Visit the authorised website for Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (https://tnpsc.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Wednesday, 20 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for Group IV Services (VAO / Junior Asst) 2026? v
The closing date was Wednesday, 20 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 23 August 2026.