TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 170 Technical & Managerial Vacancies

TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts Recruitment 2026 - Overview

This recruitment offers a significant opportunity for eligible candidates to join the Tamil Nadu Government. Key details are as follows:

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

A total of 170 vacancies have been announced for 31 distinct posts. Some of the prominent posts include Research Assistant, Assistant Manager, Assistant General Manager, Deputy Manager, and various Officer roles. The number of vacancies is tentative and subject to change.

Category-wise distribution and exact reservation details are available in Section 3 of the official notification.

Eligibility Criteria & Qualification

The qualification requirements vary significantly for each of the 31 posts. Candidates must possess the specific educational/technical qualification prescribed for their chosen post as of the notification date (31.08.2026). Some positions also necessitate a minimum number of years of relevant work experience.

A summary of qualifications for some key posts is provided below:

• Research Assistant: M.V.Sc. in specified specialisations; SSLC with Tamil; registration as a Veterinary Practitioner.
• Assistant Director of Statistics: First Class Degree or Master's Degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Economics or related subjects.
• English/Tamil Reporter: Bachelor's degree; Government Technical Examination pass in Shorthand (English/Tamil) and Typewriting (English/Tamil, senior grade).
• Assistant Manager (General/Finance): Post Graduate degree in Statistics or Economics (Second Class) or equivalent; Final examination of ICAI/ICWA or MBA (Finance).
• Manager (Accounts) / Senior Officer (Finance): Final examination of CA/ICWA.
• Port Officer: Bachelor's Degree in Nautical Science or Applied Nautical Science; Tamil in 10th/12th; Certificate of Competency as Master of a foreign-going vessel; served as Chief Officer.
• Senior Officer (Technical): B.E. / B.Tech. / AMIE.
• Veterinary Assistant Surgeon: B.V.Sc. or B.V.Sc. & A.H.; SSLC with Tamil; registration as a Veterinary Practitioner.
• Regional Sthapathi: B.Tech in Traditional Architecture or BFA in Traditional Sculpture with not less than 10 years in temple renovation.
• Assistant General Manager (Projects): AICTE-approved UG Engineering degree with full-time MBA/equivalent and at least 7 years of relevant experience.
• Deputy Manager (Instrumental/Safety): B.E./B.Tech. with 10 years of relevant experience in a cement plant.

For a comprehensive understanding of post-wise qualifications and experience, candidates are strongly advised to refer to Section 4.2 of the official notification.

Age Limit

Candidates must meet the age limit prescribed for their respective category and chosen post as detailed in the official notification. Specific age limits are not provided in the extracted text.

Selection Process

The selection process for TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts Recruitment 2026 involves two main stages:

1. Written Examination: Comprising Paper I & Paper II.
2. Interview: Candidates who qualify the written examination will be called for an interview.

Salary Structure

Selected candidates will be placed on the Pay Matrix Level specified for their respective posts. The notification indicates various Pay Levels, such as Level 30 for Port Officer, Level 28 (EPF) for Unit Head, Level 27 for Assistant General Manager (Finance), and Level 25 (EPF) for Deputy Manager/Financial Advisor. Exact in-hand salary figures are not provided in the notification text.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official application website www.tnpscexams.in. The application window opens on 07.09.2026 and closes on 06.10.2026 at 11:59 PM. An application correction window will also be available from 10.10.2026 to 12.10.2026.

Candidates are advised to read the official notification thoroughly before applying to ensure all instructions are followed correctly.