The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially released the Group 4 Notification 2025 with a total of 3935 vacancies. With the application window now closed as of 24 May 2025, it’s time for candidates to fully shift their focus to exam preparation. The TNPSC Group 4 Exam 2025 is scheduled for 12 July 2025 in a single shift from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM in offline (OMR-based) mode.
Here’s everything you need to know—exam pattern, syllabus, post-wise vacancies, eligibility, and key dates.
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Highlights
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | TNPSC Group 4 Exam 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission |
| Number of Vacancies | 3935 |
| Exam Date | 12 July 2025 |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Admit Card Release | 1 week before exam |
| Result Date (Expected) | September–October 2025 |
| Official Website | www.tnpsc.gov.in |
Schedule
The TNPSC Group 4 Exam will take place on 12 July 2025. Candidates must report to the exam center by 8:30 AM. Entry will not be allowed after 9:15 AM.
| Reporting Time | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM | 9:30 AM | 12:30 PM |
Carry a valid photo ID and your hall ticket on the exam day.
Selection
The selection process for TNPSC Group 4 includes:
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Physical Standards & Endurance Test (only for Forest-related posts)
Vacancy
Here’s a quick look at the post-wise TNPSC Group 4 vacancy distribution:
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Village Administrative Officer | 215 |
| Junior Assistant (Non-Security) | 1621 |
| Typist | 1100 |
| Forest Guard with Driving Licence | 152 |
| Steno Typist (Grade III) | 351 |
| Forest Watcher (Tribal Youth) | 15 |
| Other Posts (combined) | 481 |
| Total | 3935 |
Eligibility
Different posts require varied qualifications. Here’s a simplified breakdown:
- Typist / Steno Typist / Personal Clerk: Must have passed SSLC with typewriting and shorthand skills
- Forest Guard / Watcher: HSC with Science (PCBZ/PCB), physical fitness required
- Junior Assistant / VAO / Assistant: SSLC passed (minimum qualification)
- Others (Executive roles): Degree with Computer Certification
Age Limit
| Category | Age Range (General) | Reserved Categories |
|---|---|---|
| VAO / Forest Posts | 21 to 32 years | Up to 37 years |
| Other Posts | 18 to 32 years | Up to 37 years |
Note: Candidates must also possess working knowledge of the Tamil language.
Application Fee
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| All Candidates (Exam Fee) | ₹100 |
Payment was to be made via online mode only at the time of application.
Exam Pattern
The TNPSC Group 4 Exam is 3 hours long, with 200 objective-type questions carrying a total of 300 marks. There’s no negative marking.
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring (SSLC) | 100 | 150 |
| B | General Studies (SSLC Standard) | 75 | 150 |
| C | Aptitude & Mental Ability (SSLC Level) | 25 | – |
To qualify, candidates must score at least 90 out of 300 and a minimum of 40% in Part A.
Syllabus
The syllabus includes:
- Tamil Language (Grammar, Literature, Comprehension)
- General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- History & Polity (India & Tamil Nadu)
- Geography, Economics
- Indian National Movement
- Current Events
- Development Administration in Tamil Nadu
- Mental Ability & Aptitude
Admit Card
Admit cards will be released a week before the exam on the TNPSC website. You’ll need your login details to download it. It will mention your exam center, reporting time, and instructions.
Salary
Here’s an overview of the pay scale by post:
| Post | Salary Range (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| Steno Typist / Clerk | 20,600 – 75,900 |
| Typist / Junior Assistant | 19,500 – 62,000 |
| Forest Guard | 18,200 – 57,900 |
| Forest Watcher | 16,600 – 52,400 |
| VAO | 19,500 – 71,900 |
Preparation Tips
- Follow the official TNPSC Group 4 syllabus
- Focus on Tamil language preparation—100 questions are based on it
- Practice previous year papers
- Revise general knowledge and current affairs daily
- Solve mental ability questions to improve speed and accuracy
- Stick to a routine and do timed mock tests
FAQs
When is the TNPSC Group 4 exam 2025?
It will be held on 12 July 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
How many vacancies are there in Group 4?
TNPSC has announced 3935 vacancies for various posts.
What is the selection process?
Written Exam followed by Document and Physical Verification.
What’s the minimum qualification?
SSLC for most posts; higher qualifications for some roles.
Will TNPSC send admit cards by post?
No, they must be downloaded online from tnpsc.gov.in.
