TNPSC Multi-Disciplinary Recruitment 2026: 398 Posts, Apply by 25 June 2026

Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has released the official notification for Assistant Geologist (Geology and Mining), Assistant Geologist (Agricultural Engineering), Assistant Engineer (Agricultural Engineering), Agriculture Officer (Extension), Drug Inspector, Horticultural Officer, Assistant Engineer (Highways), Assistant Director (Industrial Safety and Health), Junior Assistant Director of Boilers, Junior Architect, Assistant Engineer (Civil – Public Works), Assistant Engineer (Electrical – Public Works), Assistant Engineer (Rural Development and Panchayat Raj), Assistant Engineer (Civil – Water Resources), Assistant Geologist (Water Resources), Assistant Engineer (Civil – Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board), Assistant Engineer (Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board), Environmental Scientist, Architectural Assistant / Planning Assistant, Assistant Engineer (Industries), Assistant Manager (IT), Assistant Manager (Civil), Assistant Manager (Electrical), Assistant Accounts Officer, Archaeological Officer, Research Assistant, Junior Scientific Officer, Assistant Superintendent of Approved Schools (Men & Women), Assistant Engineer (Civil – State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu), System Manager, Translator, Librarian, Statistical Assistant, Deputy Manager (Dairying), Assistant Engineer (Mechanical – Archaeology), Assistant Archaeological Officer, Assistant Statistical Investigator Level 10, Block Health Statistician, Junior Photographer, Assistant Librarian, Assistant Warehouse Manager / Junior Assistant, Junior Chemist, Assistant Engineer (Mechanical – Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited), Assistant General Manager / Regional Manager recruitment. A total of 398 vacancies are open. Eligible candidates can apply online before 25 June 2026.

Recruitment Overview

About Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission

Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission is the recruiting authority for this notification. Selected candidates will work in Tamil Nadu. This notification specifically covers the Assistant Geologist (Geology and Mining) posts.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

M.Sc. in Geology | M.Sc. in Geology or Applied Geology | B.E. (Agriculture) OR B.Tech. (Agricultural Engineering) OR B.Sc. (Agricultural Engineering) | Bachelor degree in Agriculture | Degree in Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Sciences or Medicine with specialization in Clinical Pharmacology or Microbiology | B.Sc. in Horticulture | B.E. degree in Civil Engineering | Degree in Mechanical or Electrical or Chemical Engineering or Textile Technology or Industrial Engineering or Production Engineering | Degree in Mechanical Engineering | Degree in Architecture | Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics and Communication Engineering | Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering or Chemical Engineering or M.Tech. Environmental Science and Technology | Master's Degree in Science in Chemistry, Biology, Zoology, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Science | Degree of Master of Town Planning or its equivalent | Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology degree of any discipline except Civil Engineering and Architectural Engineering | B.E., or B.Tech., degree with overall first class or equivalent CGPA | B.E., or B.Tech., degree with overall first class or equivalent CGPA in Civil Engineering | B.E., or B.Tech., degree with overall first class or equivalent CGPA in Electrical Engineering | Degree of any University or Institution recognized by UGC and passed an Intermediate Examination | Post Graduate degree in Ancient History and Archaeology / Archaeology / History and Archaeology | Post-Graduate degree in Economics or Econometrics or Statistics or Business Administration or Mathematics | M.Sc. (Forensic Science) degree and a degree in the subject

Age Limit

Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years of age.

Nationality

The applicant must be an Indian citizen.

Pay Scale & Salary

The pay scale for the post is Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 1,77,500 per month, in accordance with the official pay matrix.

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online

Selection Process

Written Examination

Preparation Tips

Here are practical tips to help you prepare effectively for the Assistant Geologist (Geology and Mining) recruitment:

• Revise the core branch (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Computer Science) at the diploma + degree level — past JE / AE papers from RRB, SSC, state PSCs and PSUs are the best practice resource.
• Solve numerical / design-calculation problems daily — these are 60–70% of the marks in most engineering recruitments.
• Brush up on engineering drawing, AutoCAD, and basic estimation / costing principles for civil-side posts.
• For PSU posts that accept GATE, keep your GATE scorecard and document chain ready — many PSUs use GATE scores directly with an interview round.
• Stay current on recent technological updates relevant to your branch (e.g., 5G / AI for Electronics, BIM for Civil) — interview panels often probe these.
• Strengthen subject-specific knowledge — Agriculture / Animal Husbandry / Veterinary as applicable to the post — past Gram Sevak / Agriculture Officer papers are excellent practice.
• Stay current on schemes relevant to rural India: PM-KISAN, MGNREGA, RKVY, Operation Flood, livestock-vaccination drives — these dominate the GA section.
• Brush up on local geography, agro-climatic zones, soil types, major crops and irrigation infrastructure of the recruiting state.
• Local-language proficiency matters — practise reading and writing in the state language and revise common rural / agricultural terminology.
• Cover the standard SSC / IB / Statistical-Investigator pattern: Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension, General Awareness — past CGL / CHSL / SSC SI papers are the gold standard.
• Build speed-and-accuracy through daily timed mocks — the Tier-1 cut-off is increasingly competitive across SSC-level recruitments.
• For Statistical roles, drill statistics, probability, data interpretation and basic econometrics — the Mains paper has dedicated sections.
• Track current affairs (last 6–12 months) and static GK (history, polity, geography) consistently — at least 30 minutes daily.
• Read the full official notification PDF and the syllabus before starting structured preparation — it is the single source of truth on eligibility, syllabus and pattern.
• Bookmark the official application portal and check it daily during the application window for any corrigendum, syllabus update or admit-card release.
• Keep all original certificates and self-attested photocopies organised in a single labelled file ready for the document-verification round.

Documents Required

Before starting the online application for the Assistant Geologist (Geology and Mining) post, candidates should keep the following documents ready in scanned format:

• Diploma / Engineering degree mark sheets and provisional / final certificate
• GATE scorecard if mentioned as eligibility (PSU / national-level posts)
• Professional certificates (chartered / institute membership) if applicable
• Domicile / village-residence certificate (for state-specific Panchayat posts)
• Subject-relevant degree / diploma — Agriculture / Animal Husbandry / Veterinary as applicable
• Local-language proficiency certificate (where the state mandates)
• Computer-proficiency certificate
• Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the format specified on the application portal
• Government-issued photo ID — Aadhaar card / PAN card / Voter ID / Passport / Driving Licence
• Date-of-birth proof — 10th class certificate or Birth Certificate
• Educational qualification mark sheets and certificates relevant to the advertised post
• Caste / category / EWS / PwBD certificates issued by the competent authority (where applicable)
• Working email ID and active mobile number for OTP verification and admit-card download

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website at https://www.tnpsc.gov.in/Home.aspx.
2. Click on the recruitment / careers section and locate the current notification.
3. Read the official notification PDF carefully and confirm your eligibility.
4. Click the Apply Online link to register and create an account if required.
5. Fill the application form with personal, educational and contact details.
6. Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature and supporting documents in the prescribed format.
7. Pay the application fee online as per your category.
8. Review all entries, submit the form before 25 June 2026, and download a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.

Important Links

• Apply Online: https://www.tnpsc.gov.in/
• Notification PDF: Download Official Notification
• Official Website: https://www.tnpsc.gov.in/Home.aspx

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the last date to apply?

The last date to submit the online application is 25 June 2026.

How many vacancies are open?

A total of 398 vacancies have been notified for Assistant Geologist (Geology and Mining), Assistant Geologist (Agricultural Engineering), Assistant Engineer (Agricultural Engineering), Agriculture Officer (Extension), Drug Inspector, Horticultural Officer, Assistant Engineer (Highways), Assistant Director (Industrial Safety and Health), Junior Assistant Director of Boilers, Junior Architect, Assistant Engineer (Civil – Public Works), Assistant Engineer (Electrical – Public Works), Assistant Engineer (Rural Development and Panchayat Raj), Assistant Engineer (Civil – Water Resources), Assistant Geologist (Water Resources), Assistant Engineer (Civil – Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board), Assistant Engineer (Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board), Environmental Scientist, Architectural Assistant / Planning Assistant, Assistant Engineer (Industries), Assistant Manager (IT), Assistant Manager (Civil), Assistant Manager (Electrical), Assistant Accounts Officer, Archaeological Officer, Research Assistant, Junior Scientific Officer, Assistant Superintendent of Approved Schools (Men & Women), Assistant Engineer (Civil – State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu), System Manager, Translator, Librarian, Statistical Assistant, Deputy Manager (Dairying), Assistant Engineer (Mechanical – Archaeology), Assistant Archaeological Officer, Assistant Statistical Investigator Level 10, Block Health Statistician, Junior Photographer, Assistant Librarian, Assistant Warehouse Manager / Junior Assistant, Junior Chemist, Assistant Engineer (Mechanical – Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited), Assistant General Manager / Regional Manager.

Who can apply for this recruitment?

Indian citizens who meet the eligibility (Master’s degree (PG)) and aged between 21 and 42 years are eligible to apply. The detailed post-wise eligibility is listed in the table above.

Is the application process online?

Yes. Candidates must apply through the official online portal at https://www.tnpsc.gov.in/.

What is the application fee?

The application fee for general category candidates is Rs. 100. Reserved category candidates are required to pay Nil.

Where will candidates be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted in Tamil Nadu as per the official notification.

Apply before 25 June 2026 on the official portal. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a reputed government organization.