The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) conducts exams for different Group-V positions like Assistant Sectional Officer, Assistant Secretariat, and more.
I. Steps/Stages in Selection Process group-V:
The exam pattern of Group V-A will be in written format :
i) Which consists of two papers:
– Both paper carries a total of 100 marks each.
– In which the candidate has to score (60/200) marks.
ii) Both papers will be taken into account for validating the marks and merit.
II.Post and Eligibility of Group-V:
| Name of the post | Age limit | Educational Qualification | Pay scale |
| Assistant Section Officer in Secretariat (Other than Law and Finance Department) | 1. SC, Arunthathiyars, and ST -35year. 2. MBC, DC, BC (except BC Muslims) and BC Muslims-30 years 3.Others-30 years. | 1. Any degree, 2. You must have a minimum of five years of experience working as a Junior Assistant, Assistant, or a combination of both roles. | Rs.36400-Rs.134200/- |
| Assistant Section Officer in Secretariat (Finance Department) | 1. SC, Arunthathiyars, and ST -40-year. 2. MBC, DC, BC (except BC Muslims) and BC Muslims-35 years 3.Others-35 years. | 1. A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university or institution approved by the University Grants Commission. 2. You need a minimum of five years of service, including both Assistant and Junior Assistant roles, in either the Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service or the Tamil Nadu Judicial Ministerial Service. | Rs.36400-Rs.134200/- |
| Assistant in Secretariat (Other than Law and Finance Department) | 1. SC, Arunthathiyars, and ST -35year. 2. MBC, DC, BC (except BC Muslims) and BC Muslims-30 years 3.Others-30 years. | 1. A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university or institution approved by the University Grants Commission. 2. You must have a Bachelor’s Degree and three years of service as either a Junior Assistant or Assistant in the Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service or the Tamil Nadu Judicial Ministerial Service. | Rs.20000- Rs.73700 |
| Assistant in Secretariat (Finance Department) | 1. SC, Arunthathiyars, and ST -35year. 2. MBC, DC, BC (except BC Muslims) and BC Muslims-30 year 3.Others-30 years. | 1. A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics, or Statistics. 2. At least three years of service, either as a Junior Assistant or an Assistant, or a combination of both, in the Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service or the Tamil Nadu Judicial Ministerial Service. | Rs.20000- Rs.73700 |
Please note that candidates who obtain a degree in distance education must have already passed SSLC (10th) and then Higher Secondary (+2). If you get a degree in distance education after passing SSLC (10th exam), you will face disqualification.
III. Scale of Pay:
The pay scale of the Group-V position is as follows:
Rs.20000- Rs.134200/-
Application Fees:
One-time registration fees: Rs.150/- (The fee is valid for 5 years)
written exams fees: Rs.100/-.
Important Documents needed for the application:
IV. Certificates to be submitted are the following:
- SSLC/HSC Certificate (Date of Birth Verification)
- Priority Selection for Tamil Medium (PSTM) Certificate(Who studied in Tamil Medium)
- Disability Certificate( For PH candidates)
- No Objection Certificate
- Additional Supporting Documents for Reservation
- Educational Certificates (as specified in the application)
- Community Certificate
- Typewriting/Shorthand Certificates
Note: The requirement for selection under the PSTM quota is that the candidate should have studied in Tamil Medium from SSLC, 12th, and degree.
V. ID and Photographs needed:
- Your Photo with your signature on it should be uploaded – (165×123) pixels in dimension, and below 50 KB in jpg format
- A scanned copy of the signature should be uploaded – (80×125) pixels in dimension, and below 20 KB in jpg format.
- A scanned image of the left thumb imprint is to be uploaded – below 50 KB in jpg format.
- Applicants must provide identification documents like Aadhar, driver’s license, PAN card, passport, or voter ID when applying, and they must also bring a printed copy of the uploaded ID and their hall ticket on the exam day.
VI. Documents needed for verification after being selected in Group V:
- Educational Qualification Certificates: Your SSLC (10th) certificate, your higher secondary (12th) certificate and your graduation certificate for Age proof.
- Community Certificate: Use this to indicate your community as (SC, ST, OBC, or other).
- Nativity Certificate (if necessary): If you’re claiming to be a resident of Tamil Nadu, submit a nativity certificate.
- Differently Abled Certificate (For physically handicapped candidates): If you have a disability, include a certificate to ensure it.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC): If you have a current job, get an NOC from your employer.
- Photo ID Proof: Present a valid photo ID such as an Aadhar card, voter ID, passport, and driver’s license
- Passport-size Photographs: Attach recent photos (colour) as instructed.
- Payment Receipt: This serves as evidence that the application fee has been paid.
- Self-Declaration Form: Fill out a form confirming that you have no criminal history or disciplinary actions.
- Other Supporting Documents: These are mentioned in the official notice, like experience certificates (if needed)
- Two copies of the conduct certificate are to be submitted.
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