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The TNPSC Combined Technical Services Examination (Non-Interview Posts) 2026 includes a wide range of technical and specialized posts.
Candidates should carefully check the eligibility conditions before applying because the educational qualification differs from one post to another.
TNPSC CTSE Age Limit 2026
Candidates should have completed 21 years of age for all posts.
The age is calculated as on 01.07.2026.
The maximum age limit varies according to the post and candidate category.
For certain posts, the notification specifies “No Maximum Age Limit”.
Where no maximum age limit is prescribed, candidates should not have completed 60 years of age as specified in the notification.
Candidates claiming age concession must upload the required supporting documents.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification depends on the post.
Candidates must possess the qualification prescribed for the particular post and subject paper.
Some of the important qualification areas covered in the notification are:
Agriculture
Engineering
Architecture
Chemistry
Geology
Horticulture
Environmental Science
Library and Information Science
Statistics
Mathematics
Computer Science
Information Technology
Pharmacy
Forensic Science
Travel and Tourism
Business Administration
Translation
Archaeology
and other specialized disciplines.
Agriculture Officer
The prescribed qualification includes a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture along with the other conditions specified for the post.
Horticultural Officer
The prescribed qualification includes B.Sc Horticulture.
Assistant Geologist
The notification prescribes relevant postgraduate qualifications in areas such as Geology, Applied Geology or Hydrogeology depending on the post.
Drug Inspector
The qualification includes a degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences or Medicine with the prescribed specialization in Clinical Pharmacology or Microbiology, as applicable.
Assistant Librarian
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and the prescribed Bachelor’s degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science.
Librarian
The prescribed qualification includes the required degree and B.Lib.Sc qualification together with the other conditions mentioned in the notification.
Assistant Accounts Officer
The post requires a recognized university degree along with the prescribed ICAI/ICMAI Intermediate qualification.
Junior Architect
Candidates should possess the prescribed Architecture qualification and Council of Architecture registration.
Assistant Tourist Officer Grade II
The notification provides qualification routes involving a degree in Travel/Tourism or a degree together with the prescribed Diploma in Tourism and other specified requirements.
Engineering Posts
Several posts require specific engineering qualifications.
Depending on the post, candidates may require qualifications such as:
B.E.
B.Tech
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Agricultural Engineering
Computer Science Engineering
Information Technology
and other prescribed engineering disciplines.
Candidates should verify the exact qualification prescribed for their selected post.
Computer Science and IT Posts
The notification includes posts such as System Manager and Assistant Manager (IT).
The prescribed qualifications include specified B.E./B.Tech disciplines and other qualifications such as MCA/Computer Science/IT where applicable.
The notification also contains specific equivalence provisions for areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science and Cloud Computing/Cloud Engineering for the relevant post.
Library and Information Science Eligibility
Library and Information Science is one of the Paper II subjects in the TNPSC CTSE Non-Interview examination.
Subject Code: 594
Candidates interested in Library and Information Science-related posts should carefully check the prescribed educational qualification.
The syllabus includes important areas such as:
Library and Society
Library legislation
Professional ethics
Library management
Collection development
Technical services
Preservation and conservation
Human resource management
Financial management
Information processing
Library classification
Colon Classification
Dewey Decimal Classification
Universal Decimal Classification
Library of Congress Classification
Choosing the Correct Subject Paper
Candidates cannot select a subject paper simply because it is related to their general academic background.
Candidates should choose only the subject paper for which they have obtained the prescribed educational qualification or equivalent qualification.
Therefore, candidates should verify the qualification before submitting the application.
Tamil Knowledge
Where adequate knowledge of Tamil is prescribed, candidates must satisfy the relevant condition specified in the notification.
Candidates should check the individual post qualification requirements before applying.
Physical Standards
Certain posts have additional physical requirements.
For Assistant Superintendent of Approved Schools, the notification specifies the following physical standards:
Men:
Height – 160 cm
Chest at full expiration – 79 cm
Chest expansion – 5 cm
Women:
Height – 145 cm
Chest at full expiration – 71 cm
Chest expansion – 2 cm
Candidates applying for such posts must satisfy the prescribed physical standards and produce the required certificate when called for by the Commission.
Documents
Candidates should keep the required educational and supporting documents ready.
These may include:
SSLC Certificate
HSC Certificate
Diploma Certificate
Degree Certificate
PG Degree Certificate
Provisional Certificate
Consolidated Mark Sheets
Ph.D. Certificate where applicable
Community Certificate
Equivalence Certificate/Government Order where applicable
Disability Certificate where applicable
Age concession documents
Physical fitness certificate where applicable
One Time Registration
Candidates must complete One Time Registration before applying for the examination.
OTR registration fee is Rs.150.
The OTR is valid for five years.
OTR is not an application for the examination.
Candidates must submit a separate application for the CTSE recruitment.
A valid email ID and mobile number are mandatory.
Aadhaar linking with OTR is mandatory.
Examination Fee
The examination fee is Rs.100 unless the candidate is eligible for exemption.
An additional Rs.100 is payable for each additional subject paper selected.
Eligibility Checklist
Before submitting the application, candidates should verify:
Minimum age
Maximum age
Educational qualification
Equivalent qualification where applicable
Professional registration where applicable
Tamil knowledge requirement
Physical standards where applicable
Community and reservation eligibility
Disability eligibility where applicable
Required certificates
Correct subject paper
OTR details
Examination fee or fee exemption
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the minimum age for TNPSC CTSE Non-Interview Posts?
Candidates should have completed 21 years as on 01.07.2026.
- Is the maximum age the same for every post?
No. The maximum age varies according to the post and category.
- Is the educational qualification the same for all posts?
No. Each post has its own prescribed educational qualification.
- Can candidates choose any Paper II subject?
No. Candidates should choose only the subject paper for which they possess the prescribed educational or equivalent qualification.
- Is Aadhaar linking mandatory for OTR?
Yes. Aadhaar linking with OTR is mandatory.
- What is the OTR registration fee?
The OTR registration fee is Rs.150 and the registration is valid for five years.
- Is OTR itself an application?
No. Candidates must submit a separate application for the examination.
- Is there any physical standard requirement?
Yes. Certain posts have specific physical standards. Candidates should check the requirements for the particular post.
- Is Library and Information Science included in CTSE?
Yes. Library and Information Science is included as Paper II Subject Code 594.
Official TNPSC Website:
https://www.tnpsc.gov.in/
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