🎯 TNPSC Group 4 Examination – Complete Guide

TNPSC Group 4 is the most popular entry-level government exam in Tamil Nadu. This page provides complete details on posts, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and selection process to help you start your preparation effectively.

🏛 Posts & Roles

Village Administrative Officer (VAO) – Village-level administration
Junior Assistant – Clerical work in government offices
Typist – Data entry and documentation
Steno-Typist – Typing and shorthand work

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: 10th Pass (Minimum)

Language: Tamil proficiency required

Age Limit:

Minimum: 18 years
Maximum (General): 32 years
Maximum (Reserved): 37 years

📊 Exam Pattern & Selection Process

Written Examination

Type: Objective (MCQs)
Total Questions: 200
Total Marks: 300
Duration: 3 Hours

General Tamil / English: 100 Questions
General Studies: 75 Questions
Aptitude & Mental Ability: 25 Questions

Note: Selection is based only on written exam marks.

📘 Key Subjects for Preparation

General Tamil / English: Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension
General Studies: History, Polity, Geography, Science
Aptitude: Basic maths and reasoning

💰 Salary & Benefits

Pay Scale: ₹19,500 – ₹71,900

Allowances: DA, HRA, and other government benefits

📅 TNPSC Group 4 – Tentative Dates 2026

Exam	Notification Date	Exam Date
Group 4 & VAO	October 06, 2026	December 20, 2026

Note: Dates are tentative and may change.

⚠ Important Notes

Most popular TNPSC exam with high competition
No interview stage
Selection is purely based on written exam