TNPSC Group 4 Vacancy 2025 Out for 4,662 Posts – A Golden Career Opportunity for Tamil Nadu Aspirants

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially released the Group 4 Recruitment 2025 notification, announcing 4,662 vacancies across several government departments. This marks a significant increase from the earlier count of 3,935 posts, bringing fresh hope for lakhs of aspirants across Tamil Nadu.

With secure job profiles in administrative, clerical, and field services, the TNPSC Group 4 Exam remains one of the most popular gateways to Tamil Nadu government jobs. The written exam was conducted earlier this year, and the results were declared on October 22, 2025, marking the beginning of the next recruitment phase.

✅ TNPSC Group 4 Vacancy 2025 – Post-Wise Breakdown

Post Name    No. of Vacancies

Village Administrative Officer (VAO)    218
Junior Assistant (Non-Security)    1,969
Junior Assistant (Security)    46
Junior Assistant (Adi Dravidar Housing Board)    6
Typist    1,392
Steno-Typist Grade III    361
Junior Revenue Inspector    239
Personal Clerk    18
Assessor    27
Data Entry Operator    4
Forest Guard    65
Forest Guard with Driving License    37
Forest Watcher    71
Total    4,662 Posts

These vacancies fall under departments like Revenue, Forest, Urban Development, Pollution Control Board, with reservations for SC/ST, BC, MBC, and Sports Quota candidates.

📌 Eligibility Criteria for TNPSC Group 4 2025

Age Limit

Category    Age Limit

General/Others    18 to 32 years (21–32 yrs for VAO & Forest Services)
BC/MBC    Up to 37 years
SC/ST    Up to 42 years

Educational Qualification

Post    Qualification Required

VAO, Junior Assistant, Forest Watcher    SSLC (10th Pass)
Forest Guard    HSC (12th with Science)
Typist, Steno-Typist, Personal Clerk    Bachelor’s Degree + Typewriting/Shorthand Certification
Forest Guard (Driving License)    Valid Driving License + First Aid Certificate

Additional:
✔ Tamil language proficiency is mandatory.
✔ Computer Certification required for select clerical posts.

Physical Standards (Forest Posts)

Category    Height    Chest (Unexpanded)    Expanded

Male    163 cm    79 cm    84 cm
Female/Third Gender    150 cm    74 cm    79 cm
Relaxation    Applicable for ST candidates        


📝 TNPSC Group 4 Selection Process 2025

1. Written Examination (Held on July 12, 2025 – 300 Marks)

Part A: Tamil Eligibility Test – 100 Q (150 Marks) (Minimum 60 to qualify)

Part B: General Studies – 75 Q (150 Marks)

Part C: Aptitude & Mental Ability – 25 Q

No negative marking, Minimum qualifying marks: 90


2. Document Verification
Verification of community certificate, educational qualification, age proof & Tamil language knowledge.


3. Physical Test (Forest Posts Only)

Endurance Walk: 16 km in 4 hrs (Men) / 10 km in 4 hrs (Women)

Driving & First-Aid Certificate verification (for Forest Guard with Driving License)


📚 TNPSC Group 4 Syllabus Highlights

1. Tamil Language

Grammar, Literature, Comprehension, Proverbs


2. General Studies

History, Geography, Economy, Polity, Science, Current Affairs (Focus on Tamil Nadu)


3. Aptitude & Mental Ability

Number series, Simplification, Logical reasoning


Recommended Books/Resources:

NCERT Books (Class 6–10)

Previous year question papers

Current Affairs magazines: Yojana, Thittam, Dinamani


💻 Application Process Recap

Activity    Date

Online Application    April 25 – May 24, 2025
Admit Card Released    July 2, 2025
Written Exam    July 12, 2025
Result Declaration    October 22, 2025
Application Fee    ₹100 (Registration) + ₹100 (Exam Fee)

Application was fully online at tnpsc.gov.in via One-Time Registration (OTR).

🎯 Preparation Strategy for Aspirants

✅ Start preparing at least 3–4 months before exam
✅ Focus primarily on Tamil Language + General Studies
✅ Practice previous year question papers & mock tests
✅ Read Tamil Nadu Current Affairs daily
✅ Target Score for Safety: 150–180 out of 30

🌟 Final Thoughts

The TNPSC Group 4 Recruitment 2025 is a massive opportunity with 4,662 government job vacancies across Tamil Nadu. As document verification moves forward, selected candidates are closer to joining public service.

For future aspirants—start your preparation early, stick to the syllabus, stay updated with TNPSC notifications, and aim for excellence. A stable and prestigious government career awaits you!