The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially released Notification No. 16/2025 for the Combined Civil Services Examination – Group VA Services. The recruitment aims to fill 32 vacancies for Assistant Section Officer and Assistant posts in various departments of the Tamil Nadu Secretariat and Finance Department. Interested candidates can apply online from October 7, 2025, through the TNPSC official portal at tnpsc.gov.in. The last date for online submission is November 5, 2025.
Key Highlights
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)tnpsc |
| Notification No. | 16/2025 |
| Advertisement No. | 723 |
| Posts | Assistant Section Officer and Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 32 |
| Department Names | Secretariat (Other than Law and Finance) and Finance Department |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | October 7 – November 5, 2025 |
| Correction Window | November 10 – 12, 2025 |
| Exam Date | December 22, 2025 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam (Paper I & II) + Certificate Verification |
| Official Website | www.tnpsc.gov.in |
Vacancy Distribution
| Post | Department | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | Secretariat (Other than Law & Finance) | 22 |
| Assistant Section Officer | Finance Department | 3 |
| Assistant | Secretariat (Other than Law & Finance) | 5 |
| Assistant | Finance Department | 2 |
| Total | 32 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications (as on 01.08.2025)
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | Bachelor’s degree + 5 years of drafting/service experience as Junior Assistant or Assistant |
| Assistant | Bachelor’s degree + 3 years of service after graduation in Junior Assistant or Assistant post |
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025)
| Category | Assistant Section Officer | Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| General / BC / BCM / MBC | 35 years | 30 years |
| SC / SC(A) / ST | 40 years | 35 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Others | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/BC/MBC | Exempted |
Payment should be made through online mode using debit card, credit card, net banking, or e-challan.
How to Apply Online
Visit the official TNPSC website at www.tnpsc.gov.in
Click on “Apply Online” under the important links section.
Select “Group VA Services Examination 2025.”
Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done.
Fill in personal details, upload photo and signature.
Pay the application fee, if applicable.
Submit the form and print a copy for records.
Selection Process
The selection involves two stages:
Written Examination (Paper I & II)
On-screen Certificate Verification
Final selection will be based on marks obtained in both papers.
Exam Pattern 2025
| Paper | Subject | Duration | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Tamil | 3 hours | 100 |
| Paper II | General English | 3 hours | 100 |
| Total | 6 hours | 200 marks |
Both papers will follow a degree-level descriptive question format.
Exam Schedule
Date: December 22, 2025
Paper I: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (General Tamil)
Paper II: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM (General English)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | October 7, 2025 |
| Apply Online Start | October 7, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | November 5, 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | November 5, 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | November 10–12, 2025 |
| Exam Date | December 22, 2025 |
Final Note
Candidates are encouraged to carefully read the official notification (No. 16/2025) before applying, ensuring they meet eligibility requirements in terms of education, experience, and age. The TNPSC Group VA Services recruitment offers a great opportunity for eligible candidates seeking stable government positions in Tamil Nadu Secretariat and Finance Departments.tnpsc
