The TNPSC Assistant Engineer Exams are conducted to select the candidate for the position of Principal, Industrial Training Institute / Assistant Director of Training& Assistant Engineer.
I.Steps/Stages in the Selection Process:
- The exam will conducted in written exam and interview:
- In which the candidates have to score (171/570) marks for the Reserved category and (228/570) marks for the Other category.
II.Post and Eligibility of Group TNPSC Assistant Engineer exam:
| Name of the post | Age limit | Educational Qualification | Scale of pay |
| Principal, Industrial Training Institute | For reserved category minimum: 24 years For others category: 18 to 35 years. | 1. You need to have a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology from a well-known university approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). 2. Along with your degree, you must also have at least three years of hands-on experience working in a workshop or factory. | Rs.56100 -Rs.177500 |
| Store-Keeper, Grade-II in Industries and Commerce Department | For reserved category minimum: 18 years For others category: 18 to 30 years. | 1. Obtain a Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology degree in any field, excluding Civil Engineering and Architectural Engineering, from a university recognized by the University Grants Commission. 2. śAdditionally, candidates should have practical experience of at least six months in a General Purpose Engineering Workshop, an Engineering Industry, or a recognized establishment. | Rs.37700 –Rs.119500 |
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 Distant Education after passing SSLC (10th exam), you will face disqualification
III.Scale of Pay:
The pay scale for the TNPSC Assistant Engineer position is as follows:
Rs. 37700 to Rs. 177500.
Application Fees:
i. One-time Registration Fee: Rs.150/- (valid for 5 years) and
ii. Written Exam Fee: Rs.100/-
Important Documents needed for the application:
IV. The following certificates are to be submitted:
- SSLC/HSC Certificate (Date of Birth Verification),
- Priority Selection for Tamil Medium (PSTM) Certificate (who have 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 CertificateTypewriting/Shorthand Certificates.
Note: For selection under the PSTM quota, the candidate must have studied in Tamil Medium from SSLC, 12th, and degree.
V. ID and Photographs needed:
- Ensure that you upload a photo with a signature, making sure it has dimensions of 165×123 pixels is in JPG format, and is below 50 kb.
- Upload a scanned copy of the signature with dimensions of 80×125 pixels, keeping it below 20 kb in jpg format.
- Upload the scanned image of the left thumb imprint in jpg format, keeping it below 50 kb.
- Applicants must provide identification documents like Aadhar, driver’s license, PAN card, passport, or voter ID during the application process and bring a physical copy of the uploaded ID along with their exam hall ticket on the exam day.
VI. Documents needed for verification after selection:
- Educational Qualification Certificates: Your SSLC (10th) certificate, higher secondary (12th) certificate, and graduation certificate for Age proof.
- Community Certificate: To specify your community as (SC, ST, OBC, & others).
- Nativity Certificate (if necessary): If you claim to be a Tamil Nadu resident, 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 permission from your Manager.
- Photo ID Proof: Show a valid photo ID like an Aadhar card, voter ID, passport, or driver’s license.
- Passport-size Photographs: Attach recent photos (colour) as instructed.
- Payment Receipt: As proof of application fee payment.
- Self-Declaration Form: Complete a form saying you don’t have any criminal history and disciplinary actions.
- Other Supporting Documents: These are mentioned in the official notice, like experience certificates (if needed).
- Two copies of the conduct certificate need to be submitted.