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The TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts eligibility criteria 2026 differ a lot from post to post, because the Combined Technical Services Examination (Interview Posts) notification (No. 8/2026, Advertisement No. 741) covers 31 posts and 170 tentative vacancies, from Veterinary Assistant Surgeon to Port Officer and Assistant General Manager.
This guide explains the complete eligibility criteria for TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts 2026 in detail: age limit, age relaxation, educational qualification, experience, Tamil knowledge, medical standards, and who is not eligible.
Last date to apply: 6 October 2026, 11:59 PM. Your eligibility is checked as per the dates and rules below, and your admission at every stage is only provisional. Mere admission to the exam, certificate verification or interview does not give you a right to appointment.
Read the full TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts Notification 2026 for dates and vacancies, and the TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts apply online guide for the application process.
TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts 2026 – Eligibility Criteria Details PDF
Candidates should carefully check the eligibility criteria before applying for the TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts 2026. The eligibility requirements may include educational qualifications, age limit, experience, and other conditions specified by TNPSC. For complete and accurate information, candidates can refer to the Eligibility Criteria Details PDF provided below.
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TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Criterion | Rule |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 21 years completed as on 1 July 2026 (all posts) |
| Maximum age | Varies by post and category (see below) |
| Qualification | Must be held on the date of notification (31 August 2026) |
| Experience | Required for senior technical and managerial posts, and counted only after getting the required qualification |
| Tamil knowledge | Adequate knowledge of Tamil required |
| Order of studies | SSLC + HSC / Diploma + UG + PG |
| Medical | Physical fitness certificate at joining, plus vision standards for each post |
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Enroll Now!TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)
All candidates must have completed 21 years. The maximum age is the age you should not have completed on 1 July 2026.
For Others (not belonging to SC, SC(A), ST, MBC/DC, BC(OBCM) and BCM)
| Post (Post Code) | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Assistant Director of Industries and Commerce (Technical) (1897), District Library Officer (3019) | 37 |
| Assistant Director of Town and Country Planning (1778) | 32* |
| Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (1695), Research Assistant (1694), Bursar (3010), English Reporter (2090), Tamil Reporter (3336), Senior Officer (Technical) (3265), Senior Officer (Finance) (3302), Manager (Accounts) (3809), Assistant Director of Textiles (3594) | 32 |
| Assistant Director of Statistics (2097), Regional Sthapathi (3526), AGM (Projects) Project Management (3344), AGM (Projects) Infrastructure (3345), AGM (Projects) Investment (3343), Assistant Secretary (3360), Psychologist (1942), Deputy Manager (Instrumental) (3397), Deputy Manager (Safety) (3399), Unit Head – DGM Cadre (3389), Accounts Officer (3337) | 32 |
| System Analyst (3833), Senior Entomologist (2032), Financial Advisor cum Company Secretary (3750) | 37 |
| Assistant General Manager (Finance) (3373) | 47 |
| Port Officer (3799) | 40 |
| Assistant Manager (General) (3665), Assistant Manager (3616), Assistant Manager (Finance) (3341) | 32 |
*The 32-year limit for Assistant Director of Town and Country Planning does not apply to persons appointed from the category of Town Planning Officers of Municipal Councils or other Local Bodies in the State.
For SC, SC(A), ST, MBC/DC, BC(OBCM) and BCM
| Post (Post Code) | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Port Officer (3799) | 45 |
| Assistant General Manager (Finance) (3373) | 47 |
| Bursar (3010) | 59 |
| Assistant Manager (General), Assistant Manager, Assistant Manager (Finance) | BC(OBCM), BCM, MBC/DC: 34. SC, SC(A), ST: 37 |
| All other posts | No maximum age limit |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Concession |
|---|---|
| Persons with Benchmark Disability | Up to 47 for Assistant Director of Industries and Commerce (Technical) and District Library Officer; up to 42 for Assistant Director of Town and Country Planning, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Research Assistant, Bursar, English Reporter, Tamil Reporter, Senior Officer (Technical), Senior Officer (Finance), Manager (Accounts) and Assistant Director of Textiles. Not applicable for the other posts, since persons with benchmark disability are not eligible for them |
| Ex-Servicemen | Up to 50 for the posts with a maximum age of 32 or 37 in the general category (Others) table; 50 for Port Officer; 47 for Assistant General Manager (Finance); 32 for the Assistant Manager posts. For Port Officer in reserved categories, it is 55 |
| Destitute Widow | No maximum age limit for most of the posts; 45 for Port Officer; 47 for Assistant General Manager (Finance); 32 for the Assistant Manager posts |
The age concession is not given to Ex-Servicemen who have already been recruited to any class or service or category under section 3(j)(vii) of the Tamil Nadu Government Servants (Conditions of Service) Act, 2016.
Age Proof
- Your date of birth is checked against your SSLC or HSC mark sheet issued by the Tamil Nadu Board of Secondary Education or Higher Secondary Education.
- If the date of birth is not printed on it, upload your Birth Certificate, Transfer Certificate or Degree mark sheet.
- Uploading no proof for the age or concession claimed can lead to rejection of the candidature.
TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts Eligibility Criteria 2026: Educational Qualification
You must hold the prescribed qualification on or before 31 August 2026 (date of notification). Choose only the subject paper in which you have obtained the qualification.
Posts without experience requirement
| Post (Code) | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (1695) | B.V.Sc. / B.V.Sc. & A.H.; SSLC with Tamil as one of the languages; registered as a Veterinary Practitioner with the Tamil Nadu State Veterinary Council |
| Research Assistant (1694) | M.V.Sc. in Micro-biology / Pathology / Parasitology / Dairy Micro-biology / Animal Biotechnology; SSLC with Tamil as a language; Tamil Nadu State Veterinary Council registration |
| Assistant Director of Statistics (2097) | First Class degree in Statistics / Mathematics / Economics / Applied Economics / Business Economics with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA; or a Master’s degree in Statistics / Mathematics / Economics / Applied Economics / Applied Statistics / Applied Mathematics / Business Economics / Operation Research / Mathematical Economics / Econometrics |
| English Reporter (2090) | Bachelor’s degree; pass in the Government Technical Examination in English Shorthand (180 wpm high speed test); English Typewriting (senior grade). Preference to those who can also report in Tamil |
| Tamil Reporter (3336) | Bachelor’s degree; Tamil Shorthand (120 wpm high speed test); Tamil Typewriting (senior grade). Preference to those who can also report in English |
| Assistant Manager (General) (3665) | Post Graduate in Statistics or Economics (Second Class or equivalent) |
| Assistant Manager (3616) | Engineering degree in Mechanical / Electrical and Electronics / Computer Science and Engineering / Information Technology / Electronics and Communication Engineering (Second Class or equivalent) |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) (3341) | Passed the Final Examination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants / Cost Accountants, or MBA (Finance) |
| Manager (Accounts) (3809) | Passed the final examination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India / Institute of Cost Accountants of India |
| Senior Officer (Finance) (3302) | CA / ICWA |
| Senior Officer (Technical) (3265) | B.E. / B.Tech. / AMIE |
| Assistant Director of Textiles (3594) | B.Tech. Textile Technology or B.Tech. Handloom and Textile Technology |
| District Library Officer (3019) | Master’s degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a UGC-recognised university, plus any Master’s degree of a UGC-recognised university |
| Assistant Director of Industries and Commerce (Technical) (1897) | B.E. / B.Tech. in any discipline except Civil Engineering and Architectural Engineering, from a UGC-recognised university or AICTE-recognised institution |
| Port Officer (3799) | Bachelor’s degree in Nautical Science or Applied Nautical Science; Tamil studied as a language in 10th or 12th; valid Certificate of Competency (valid throughout the Commonwealth) as Master of a foreign-going vessel (unlimited capacity), and service as Chief Officer |
TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts 2026 with Experience Requirement
| Post (Code) | Qualification and Experience |
|---|---|
| Regional Sthapathi (3526) | B.Tech. in Traditional Architecture or B.F.A. in Traditional Sculpture, plus at least 10 years of practical experience in temple renovation. Preference to graduates of the Government College of Architecture and Sculpture, Mamallapuram |
| Assistant General Manager (Finance) (3373) | Chartered / Cost Accountant, preferably with a PG in Industrial / Business Management, and at least 5 years in a Bank / Financial Institution / reputed Industrial or Commercial concern in an independent senior capacity |
| Accounts Officer (3337) | CA Final, plus 1 year post-qualification experience in finance and accounts (budget, books of accounts, taxation, audit, bill preparation, BRS, internal / statutory / AG audits). Experience in RBI correspondence on NBFC compliance is preferred |
| Financial Advisor cum Company Secretary (3750) | ACS final examination and Associateship. Preference to ICWA / CA / BL qualification and 5 years as Company Secretary in a reputed firm |
| Assistant Secretary (3360) | Full-time UG degree with Associate Company Secretary (Final), plus 2 years post-qualification experience in a Company or Secretarial Consultancy |
| AGM (Projects) (Project Management) (3344) | Full-time AICTE-approved Engineering UG degree with Full-time MBA (or equivalent) in Finance / International Business / Business Analytics / Investment / Project Management, plus at least 7 years in project and contract management. Experience in procurement and bid process management is preferable |
| AGM (Projects) Infrastructure (3345) | Full-time AICTE-approved UG degree in Civil Engineering / Architecture / Planning with Full-time MBA (or equivalent) in the same streams, plus at least 7 years in the infrastructure sector |
| AGM (Projects) Investment (3343) | Full-time UG degree with CA, or Full-time MBA (Finance) / equivalent in Finance, and 7 years of post-qualification experience in evaluating financial models and business plans for infrastructure models (preferable) |
| Psychologist (1942) | Master’s degree in Psychology. Preference to those with at least 1 year of training or experience in testing or clinical work in psychology |
| Deputy Manager (Instrumental) (3397) | B.E. / B.Tech. in Instrumentation, plus 10 years of experience in a one million ton capacity cement plant |
| Deputy Manager (Safety) (3399) | B.E. / B.Tech. in Mechanical / Chemical / Electrical plus Diploma in Safety Management or M.Tech. in Industrial Safety, and 10 years in industrial safety |
| Unit Head – DGM Cadre (3389) | B.E. / B.Tech. in Mechanical / Chemical / Electrical, preferably with a PG degree, plus 20 years in a one million ton capacity cement plant with at least 5 years in a senior position |
| Senior Entomologist (2032) | First or second class B.Sc. (Hons.) / M.A. / M.Sc. in Zoology, or M.Sc. in Medical Entomology, plus at least 3 years of laboratory work experience |
| Bursar (3010) | PG degree in Public Administration, or MBA with specialisation in Finance. Preference to 3 years of experience in finance or administration in a managerial cadre (see notes in the notification) |
| Assistant Director of Town and Country Planning (1778) | PG in Town / City / Urban / Housing / Country / Rural / Infrastructure / Regional / Transport / Environmental Planning; or Associate of the Institute of Architects / B.Arch / equivalent with 3 years’ town planning experience; or B.E. (Civil or Highway) with 2 years’ experience; or AMIE Sections A and B (Civil) with 2 years’ experience; or B.Planning / B.Tech. Planning with 2 years’ experience in urban or regional planning |
| System Analyst (3833) | B.E. in Computer Science / Electronics and Communication / Electrical and Electronics, or B.Tech. in Information Technology, or MCA / M.Sc. Computer Science; adequate knowledge of Tamil; and at least 3 years of programming experience |
For Assistant Director of Town and Country Planning and a few other posts, the notification lists detailed work-experience conditions (department, organisation type). Read the exact wording in the PDF before you apply.
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- Order of studies: the UG and PG degree must be obtained in the order SSLC + HSC / Diploma or equivalent + UG degree + PG degree.
- Experience after qualification: the period of experience must have been gained after obtaining the educational qualification required for the post.
- Date of qualification: you must hold the qualification, technical qualification and experience on the date of notification.
- Results not yet issued: if the certificate was not issued before the notification date, upload proof that the results were published on or before that date (provisional certificate, consolidated mark sheet or a certificate from the Head of the Institution in the prescribed format).
- Higher qualification: if you claim a qualification higher than the one required, upload certificates issued on or before the notification date.
- Equivalence: if you are claiming equivalence of a qualification, upload a copy of the Government Order on or before certificate verification (the G.O.s are on www.tnsche.tn.gov.in).
- Mismatch: any discrepancy between your claim and the uploaded documents, in a course duration or experience claim, results in rejection after due process.
- Experience certificate: upload it in the prescribed format (Annexure V). A committee formed by the concerned Head of Department verifies it during onscreen verification, and its decision is final.
- Lost certificate: an extract from the Convocation Register will be accepted.
TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts Eligibility Criteria 2026: Knowledge of Tamil
Every candidate should have adequate knowledge of Tamil on the date of the notification. You are deemed to have it if you have:
- passed SSLC / HSC / Degree with Tamil as one of the languages, or
- studied the high school course in Tamil medium, or passed SSLC or equivalent in Tamil medium, or
- passed the Second Class Language Test (Full Test) in Tamil conducted by TNPSC.
Upload the mark sheet or the language test pass proof with your application. If you fail to upload this proof, you must pass the Second Class Language Test (Full Test) in Tamil within two years of appointment, or you will be discharged from service.
This two-year relaxation does not apply to Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Research Assistant, Port Officer and System Analyst.
TNPSC CTSE Eligibility Criteria 2026: Medical and Physical Standards
- Physical fitness: selected candidates must submit a physical fitness certificate to the appointing authority at the time of joining.
- Vision standards for selected candidates:
| Post | Standard of Vision |
|---|---|
| Port Officer | Standard I |
| Assistant Director of Town and Country Planning | Standard II or better |
| Senior Entomologist | Standard III or better. Colour blindness is a disqualification |
| Assistant Director of Textiles | Standard III or better. Colour blindness and night blindness are disqualifications |
| Manager (Accounts) | Standard III or better. Colour vision defects and night blindness are disqualifications |
| All other posts | Standard III or better |
- Candidates with defective vision should submit an Eye Fitness certificate from a qualified Eye Specialist working in a Government Hospital at the time of joining.
- Senior Entomologist, Assistant Director of Textiles and Manager (Accounts): upload the eye fitness certificate from a Government Hospital ophthalmologist in Tamil Nadu in the prescribed format at the time of applying. Without it, the application will not be considered.
- Port Officer: produce a sight test certificate (form vision only) issued by the Mercantile Marine Department of the Government of India or a DG Shipping approved doctor, in the prescribed format.
TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts 2026 Eligibility Criteria Restrictions: Who Cannot Apply?
Government service of 5 years or more
Candidates not belonging to SC, SC(A), ST, MBC/DC, BC(OBCM) and BCM who have completed 5 years or more of service since their first appointment to a service of the Government of India or a State / Union Territory Government are not eligible, even if they are within the age limit. This does not apply to posts requiring experience.
Religion condition for Regional Sthapathi
Only persons professing the Hindu religion are eligible for the post of Regional Sthapathi (Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments). Upload a Community Certificate or a certificate from the Revenue Authorities in support of the religion claimed.
Persons with Benchmark Disability
Persons with benchmark disabilities are not eligible for these posts: Assistant Director of Statistics, Regional Sthapathi, Senior Entomologist, Assistant General Manager (Finance), Assistant Manager (General), Assistant Manager, Assistant Manager (Finance), AGM (Projects) (all three), Assistant Secretary, Accounts Officer, Port Officer, Psychologist, Deputy Manager (Instrumental), Deputy Manager (Safety), Unit Head – DGM Cadre, Financial Advisor cum Company Secretary and System Analyst.
TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts 2026 Suitable for Persons with Benchmark Disability
| Post | Suitable categories of disability |
|---|---|
| District Library Officer | VI, LV, HH, HI, LD, CP, LC, DF, AC, MuD, ASD, SLD, MI |
| Veterinary Assistant Surgeon | HH, LD, AC |
| Research Assistant | LV, HI, HH, LD, CP, LC, DF, AC, MuD, SLD, MD |
| Assistant Director of Textiles | LD, CP, LC, DF, AC, SLD |
| Bursar | LV, HH, LC, DF, MD |
| English Reporter / Tamil Reporter | LD, LC, DF, AC |
| Senior Officer (Finance) | LV, HH, HI, LD (OA, OL, BL, OAOL, BLOA), AC, LC, DF |
| Senior Officer (Technical) | HH, LD (OA, OL) |
| Assistant Director of Town and Country Planning | LV, HH, LD (OA, OL), LD (Others), AC, LC, DF |
| Assistant Director of Industries and Commerce (Technical) | LV, LD (OA, OL, OAL, BL with assistive devices, BLOA, Others), DF, LC, AC, MI (Mod, with medical board assessment), SLD, MD |
| Manager (Accounts) | HH, LD (with mobility), AC, DF, LC |
Only candidates with the disability categories listed for a post can apply under the Persons with Benchmark Disability category. Differently abled candidates can claim exemption from Paper I Part A (Tamil Eligibility Test) while applying.
Eligibility Mistakes to Avoid – TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts 2026
- Applying for a post without holding the qualification on the notification date (31 August 2026)
- Counting experience gained before obtaining the required qualification
- Choosing a subject paper that does not match your qualification
- Missing the Veterinary Council registration (Veterinary Assistant Surgeon and Research Assistant)
- Not uploading proof of Tamil knowledge
- Forgetting the eye fitness certificate for Senior Entomologist, Assistant Director of Textiles and Manager (Accounts)
- Claiming age concession without uploading the supporting certificate
- Applying under the benchmark disability category for a post that is not open to it
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Enroll Now!Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility criteria for TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts 2026?
Candidates must be at least 21 years old as on 1 July 2026, hold the post-specific qualification (and experience, where required) on 31 August 2026, and have adequate knowledge of Tamil. Maximum age and qualification vary by post.
What is the minimum age for TNPSC CTSE Interview Posts 2026?
1 years as on 1 July 2026, for all posts.
What is the age limit for Veterinary Assistant Surgeon?
32 years for Others. There is no maximum age limit for SC, SC(A), ST, MBC/DC, BC(OBCM) and BCM, which means you should not have completed 60 years.
What is the qualification for Veterinary Assistant Surgeon?
B.V.Sc. / B.V.Sc. & A.H., SSLC with Tamil as a language, and registration with the Tamil Nadu State Veterinary Council.
Who can apply for Assistant Director of Statistics?
Candidates with a First Class degree (60% or equivalent CGPA) in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Applied Economics or Business Economics, or a Master’s degree in the listed subjects.
Is experience required for all posts?
No. Experience is required only for the senior technical and managerial posts listed in Section 2.
Is knowledge of Tamil compulsory?
Yes, adequate knowledge of Tamil is required, with the two-year language test relaxation described above for most posts.
Can candidates with a benchmark disability apply?
Only for the posts identified as suitable, and only with the listed disability categories.
Can a Central or State Government employee apply?
Candidates not belonging to the reserved categories with 5 or more years of government service are not eligible, except for posts requiring experience.
