What qualification is needed for TNPSC Group 4 & VAO?
Quick answer
SSLC (10th) passed or equivalent from a recognized board. Working knowledge of Tamil required.
Qualification claims are checked against original certificates at certificate verification, not at application time, so keep your OTR education entries matching your marksheets exactly.
Worth knowing
- Education: SSLC (10th) passed or equivalent from a recognized board
- Language: Working knowledge of Tamil required
- Fees: ₹100 exam fee plus a one-time ₹150 OTR registration; SC, SCA, ST, PwBD and destitute widow candidates are fee-exempt
- Physical standards: Required for Forest Guard / Forest Watcher posts only
- Originals are verified at certificate verification; any claim you cannot prove is dropped
How selection runs
- Written Examination (Objective type, OMR sheets)
- Part B evaluated only if Part A minimum (40%) is cleared
- Document Verification & Counselling
- No interview
Related questions
What is the age limit for TNPSC Group 4 & VAO?
Minimum 18 years. The general category upper limit is 32 years, with relaxations for BC, MBC, SC, ST and other reserved categories.
What is the salary after clearing TNPSC Group 4 & VAO?
TNPSC Group 4 & VAO posts pay between ₹20k and ₹62k in hand per month depending on the post, under the 7th Pay Commission with DA and HRA included.
Is there an interview for TNPSC Group 4 & VAO?
Yes. TNPSC Group 4 & VAO selection includes an oral test (interview) stage after the written examination for interview posts.
How many attempts are allowed for TNPSC Group 4 & VAO?
No limit. TNPSC does not count attempts, apply in every cycle you are age-eligible for.. You can apply every cycle as long as you are within the age window for your category.
Is there negative marking in TNPSC exams?
No. TNPSC does not apply negative marking in Group 1, Group 2/2A or Group 4 exams. An unanswered question scores the same as a wrong one, so attempt all questions.
What is PSTM in TNPSC?
PSTM means Persons Studied in Tamil Medium. TNPSC reserves 20% of vacancies in each category, on a preferential basis, for candidates who studied the qualifying education in Tamil medium.
This answer is verified against official TNPSC notifications and scheme documents. Sources: TNPSC official notifications. Figures are indicative and may change with each official notification. Data last reviewed: July 2026.
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