Chennai: The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has opened the online application process for the Combined Civil Services Examination-II (Group II and Group IIA Services) 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 821 vacancies across various departments and services of the Tamil Nadu Government. The notification was released on August 11, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official TNPSC website. The application window will remain open until September 9, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the deadline and carefully check the eligibility requirements for their preferred posts.
TNPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2026: Key Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam | TNPSC Group 2 & Group 2A 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission |
| Notification Number | 07/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 821 |
| Application Start Date | August 11, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | September 9, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | September 13–15, 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | November 1, 2026 |
| Exam Time | 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| Application Mode | Online |
821 Vacancies Announced
The recruitment notification includes 821 posts under Group II and Group IIA services. Of these, 41 vacancies are for Group II posts, which include interview-based positions, while 780 vacancies are under Group IIA Services, comprising non-interview posts. The vacancies are spread across different administrative, executive and supervisory positions in the Tamil Nadu government. Candidates should refer to the detailed notification for post-wise vacancies, qualifications and reservation-related information.
TNPSC Group 2 & 2A Application 2026
Candidates have to apply online through the TNPSC examination portal. Those who do not already have a One-Time Registration (OTR) account will need to complete the registration before filling out the examination application. Applicants must enter their personal and educational details carefully and upload the documents required by the Commission. Candidates should also ensure that the information provided in the application matches their official records. The application process can be completed through the official TNPSC website.
TNPSC Group 2 Prelims 2026 on November 1
The preliminary examination for TNPSC Group 2 and Group 2A recruitment will be conducted on November 1, 2026, in a single shift from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The examination will be conducted in offline OMR mode. Candidates who qualify in the preliminary examination will be eligible to participate in the subsequent selection stages applicable to their respective services. The schedule for the Main Examination will be announced by TNPSC separately.
TNPSC Group 2 Application Fee
Candidates applying for the recruitment will have to pay an examination fee of ₹100 for the preliminary examination. Candidates who qualify for the Main Examination will be required to pay the applicable ₹150 Main Examination fee, subject to the fee-exemption provisions mentioned in the notification.
Application Correction Window
Candidates who need to make permitted changes to their applications will be able to use the correction facility from September 13 to September 15, 2026. Applicants should review all details carefully before submitting the form to avoid errors.
What Candidates Should Do
With the application window already open, candidates preparing for TNPSC Group 2 and Group 2A should first check the post-specific educational qualification, age requirements, reservation provisions and other eligibility conditions before applying. Candidates should also begin preparing for the November 1 preliminary examination while keeping track of further announcements regarding the admit card, examination centre and Main Examination schedule. The September 9 application deadline is the key date candidates should keep in mind and applications should be submitted before the portal closes at 11:59 PM.
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