TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026 Notification Out 461 Posts, Apply Online

TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026: The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has released the TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026 to fill 461 Non-Interview posts. Candidates can apply online from May 27 to June 25, 2026, from the official website. The minimum eligibility requirements include a bachelor’s degree in engineering in the relevant field, and the age limit is 21 to 32 years. 

TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026 Overview

TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026 has been announced for the 461 vacancies. Candidates should fill out the forms through the online mode itself. The first round in the selection process is the written test for the candidates. 

TNPSC CTS Notification 2026

TNPSC CTS Notification 2026 has been published on the official website. Candidates should download the official notification from the portal. It includes the required information, such as the eligibility criteria, selection process, and instructions on the application process guidelines. 

TNPSC CTS Notification 2026 PDF Download

TNPSC CTS Vacancy 2026

TNPSC CTS Vacancy 2026 has been released in the official notification, with around 461 posts. Candidates can check the department-wise posts breakdown. 

 TNPSC CTS Application Form 2026

TNPSC CTS Application Form 2026 is active for the candidates. The dates to fill out the application form are from May 27 to June 25, 2026. Fill out the details carefully and make the fee payment. The application fee is Rs. 150 to submit the form. 

TNPSC CTS Application Form 2026

TNPSC CTS Eligibility 2026

TNPSC CTS Eligibility 2026 includes the minimum requirements every candidate must fulfil. It includes the age limit and educational qualification, depending on the posts available for the recruitment. 

Age Limit Criteria

Candidates must meet the specified age criteria as of the notification date.

• Minimum Age: 21 years

Educational Qualifications Required

Generally, candidates applying for Assistant Engineer (AE) posts must possess a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) or Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in the relevant discipline. Specific examples include:

• Assistant Engineer (Agriculture Engineering): BE Agriculture or B.Tech Agriculture.

• Other Assistant Engineer Posts (General): BE/B.Tech in Mechanical, Civil, IT, or Electronics.

• Civil-Specific Posts: BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering (including structural disciplines).

• Assistant Manager Posts: BE/B.Tech in Civil or Electrical Engineering.

TNPSC CTS Selection Process 2026

• Written Examination (Single Stage)

• Onscreen Certificate Verification

• Physical Certificate Verification & Counselling (wherever applicable)

• Final Selection & Ranking

TNPSC CTS Exam Pattern

The examination is structured into two distinct papers:

1. Paper 1: This paper assesses general knowledge and language proficiency.

• Tamil Eligibility Test

• General Studies

• Aptitude and Mental Ability

2. Paper 2 (Subject Paper): Candidates must select one specific engineering discipline based on their qualifications.

• Available Disciplines: Mechanical, Automobile, Civil, Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical, Electronics, Communication, Environmental, Chemical, Production and Manufacturing Engineering, Town Planning, Architecture.

• Official Application Website: tnps.gen.in

• Examination Mode:

• Paper 1: Objective Type (OMR-Based)

• Paper 2: Computer-Based Test (CBT Mode)

• Registration Fee: A one-time registration (OTR) fee of ₹150 is required.

TNPSC CTS Salary 2026

TNPSC CTS Salary 2026 is described based on candidates' pay levels.