TNPSC CTSE Notification 2025
Diploma / ITI Level Combined Technical Services Examination
📢 Overview
This notification was released on 13.06.2025 for Diploma/ITI candidates, inviting online applications for various technical posts through TNPSC’s portal. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Apply via One‑Time Registration (OTR)
- Correction window: 16–18 July 2025
- Exam dates: Paper I – 31 Aug 2025; Paper II – September 2025 :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
🗓️ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | 13 Jun 2025 |
| Apply Last Date | 12 Jul 2025, 11:59 PM |
| Correction Window | 16–18 Jul 2025 |
| Exam – Paper I | 31 Aug 2025 (FN) |
| Exam – Paper II | 7 Sep & 11–15 Sep 2025 |
✅ Eligibility & Selection
Candidates must meet age and educational qualifications. The selection process involves:
- Written Exam (Paper I + Paper II)
- On‑screen certificate verification
- Physical verification and counselling (ratio varies)
Merit list is prepared on combined scores; tie-breaking by qualification, age & application number. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
📝 Exam Pattern
| Paper | Topics | No. of Questions | Duration | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Tamil, General Studies, Aptitude | 200 | 3 hrs | 150 + 150 |
| II | Technical Subject | 200 | 3 hrs | 300 |
Minimum qualifying marks: 60 for all categories. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
🔍 How to Apply
Steps:
- Register via OTR on tnpscexams.in
- Upload photo, signature, and certificates
- Pay fee online via net banking/UPI etc.
- Download admit card from portal
Note: Correction/editing is only allowed during 16–18 July. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
⚠️ Important Instructions
- No banned items allowed in exam hall (phones, notes, etc.) :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
- Use black‑ink pen only, OMR rules apply
- Provision for scribe & compensatory time for differently‑abled candidates :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}