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

Candidates possessing Diploma, ITI, National Trade Certificate (NTC), or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) qualifications can apply online through the official TNPSC portal.
According to the notification, the online application process will commence on July 17, 2026, and remain open until August 15, 2026. The written examination is tentatively scheduled to be conducted on September 20, 2026.
The recruitment drive aims to fill technical positions in several important government departments, including:
The recruitment provides a valuable opportunity for Diploma and ITI-qualified candidates seeking government employment in technical fields.
The notification includes vacancies for 56 different technical posts, with several departments offering a significant number of positions.
Major vacancies include:
Road Inspector (Rural Development & Panchayat Raj) - 149 Posts
Overseer / Junior Draughting Officer (Rural Development & Panchayat Raj) - 129 Posts
Junior Training Officer (Employment & Training Department) - 119 Posts
Assistant Agricultural Officer (Agriculture Department) - 110 Posts
Junior Draughting Officer (Water Resources, Public Works Department) - 101 Posts
The remaining vacancies are distributed among various engineering, technical, and field-level positions notified under the Combined Technical Services Examination.
Candidates must possess the educational qualification prescribed for the respective post.
Depending on the post, applicants should hold:
Candidates must ensure that they satisfy all eligibility conditions specified in the official notification before submitting their applications.
The important dates for TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026 are:
| Particulars | 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 complete the registration process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
The recruitment process will consist of:
TNPSC has clarified that there will be no interview for Diploma and ITI-level technical posts under this recruitment. Final selection will be based on candidates' performance in the written examination, subject to successful verification of certificates and eligibility.
Candidates can apply online 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 registration credentials.
4. Select the Combined Technical Services Examination 2026 application link.
5. Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, and communication details.
6. Upload the required documents and photographs.
7. Pay the prescribed application fee, if applicable.
8. Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Conclusion
The TNPSC CTS Recruitment 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for Diploma and ITI-qualified candidates through 839 vacancies across 56 technical posts in multiple Tamil Nadu government departments. With no interview stage and selection based solely on the written examination and document verification, eligible candidates should prepare their applications well in advance. Interested applicants can register online from July 17 to August 15, 2026, and begin their preparation for the written examination scheduled for September 20, 2026.