TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026 Announced for 839 Technical Posts

Updated: Friday, July 10, 2026, 17:14 [IST]

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released the Combined Technical Services (CTS) Examination (Diploma/ITI Level) 2026 Notification, inviting applications for 839 technical vacancies across 56 different posts in various Tamil Nadu government departments.

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The recruitment drive offers opportunities for candidates holding Diploma, ITI, National Trade Certificate (NTC), or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) qualifications in relevant disciplines.

The online application process will begin on July 17, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official TNPSC website until August 15, 2026. The written examination is tentatively scheduled for September 20, 2026.

TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026 Overview

The recruitment aims to fill technical positions in several state government departments, including:

Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department
Agriculture Department
Public Works Department (PWD)
Highways Department
Employment and Training Department
Other technical departments under the Government of Tamil Nadu

The recruitment is conducted through the Combined Technical Services (CTS) Examination, which is one of the state's major recruitment examinations for Diploma and ITI-qualified candidates.

Major Vacancies Announced

Among the 839 notified vacancies, some of the major posts include:

Road Inspector - 149 Posts
Overseer/Junior Draughting Officer (Rural Development & Panchayat Raj) - 129 Posts
Junior Training Officer - 119 Posts
Assistant Agricultural Officer - 110 Posts
Junior Draughting Officer (Water Resources, PWD) - 101 Posts

The remaining vacancies are distributed across several technical positions in different departments.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026 should possess the prescribed qualification for the respective post.

Eligible qualifications include:

Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline
Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Certificate
National Trade Certificate (NTC)
National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)

Applicants must carefully verify the post-wise educational qualifications and other eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification before applying.

Selection Process

The selection process for the Diploma/ITI Level Combined Technical Services Examination will consist of:

Written Examination
Certificate Verification

TNPSC has clarified that no interview will be conducted for these technical posts. Final selection will be based on candidates' performance in the written examination and successful verification of original documents.

Important Dates

Candidates should keep the following dates in mind:

Event	Date
Notification Released	July 7, 2026
Online Application Starts	July 17, 2026
Last Date to Apply	August 15, 2026 (11:59 PM)
Tentative Written Examination	September 20, 2026

Applicants are advised to submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid technical issues.

How to Apply for TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026

Candidates can apply by following these steps:

1. Visit the official TNPSC website.

2. Complete the One-Time Registration (if not already registered).

3. Log in using the registered credentials.

4. Fill in the online application form.

5. Upload the required documents.

6. Pay the applicable examination fee.

7. Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Conclusion

The TNPSC Combined Technical Services Recruitment 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for Diploma and ITI-qualified candidates seeking government jobs in Tamil Nadu. With 839 vacancies across 56 technical posts, the recruitment covers multiple departments, including Rural Development, Agriculture, Public Works, and Employment & Training. Interested candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria, complete the online application between July 17 and August 15, 2026, and begin preparing for the written examination scheduled for September 20, 2026.