What is the minimum eligibility criteria for TNPSC Group 4 and VAO exams?

The TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination Group IV includes Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Junior Assistant, Typist, and Bill Collector posts.

Eligibility criteria:

  • Minimum Educational Qualification: Passed 10th Standard (SSLC) examination from a recognized board (Higher secondary and degree holders are eligible).
  • Age Limit: Minimum 18 years. Maximum age is 32 years for General category, 37 years for BC/MBC/DNC, and 42 years for SC/ST and Destitute Widows.

PSTM 20% preferential reservation:

  • Candidates who studied from Class 1 to Class 10 in Tamil Medium are eligible for the 20% PSTM horizontal reservation quota.

For Typist and Steno-Typist posts:

  • Must possess Government Technical Examination certificates in Typewriting (Higher/Lower in Tamil and English).
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