The TNPSC Combined Engineering Service (CES)exams are conducted to select the candidates for various positions Assistant Engineer, Assistant Electrical Inspector, etc.
I.Steps/Stages in Selection Process CES:
- The TNPSC combined engineering service(CES) consists of two papers and an Interview:
- In which the candidates have to score in Paper 1, paper 2(part B), and interview(153/510) marks for the reserved category (204/510) marks for the General category
- Note: the candidate has to score 40% of 150 which is 60 marks in Paper 2(Part A),
if not the Paper1& Paper(Part B) will not be evaluated
II.Post and Eligibility of Group CES :
| Name of the post | Department | Age limit | Educational Qualification |
| Assistant Engineer | Agricultural engineering | Reserved category:21- no age limit Others:21-30 years | Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture (B.E. or B.Tech) or possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Engineering (B.Sc.). |
| Assistant Electrical Inspector | Electrical Inspectorate Service | Reserved category:21- no age limit Others:21-39 years | Degree in Electrical Engineering recognized by UGC. and the candidate should have 3 years of working experience in electricity company or Tamil Nadu Electricity Board |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Water Resources Department PWD | Reserved category:21-no age limit Others Category:21-30 years | B.E. degree in Civil and Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Buildings PWD | Reserved category:21- no age limit Others:21-30 years | B.E. degree in Civil and Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | PWD | Reserved category:21- no age limit Others:21-30 years | B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering or Electrical Engineering |
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 TNPSC Combined Engineering Service: Rs.37,700 -1,38,000
Application Fees:
One-time Registration Fee’s. 150/- (it’s valid for 5 years) and
Exam Fee: Rs.200/-
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 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: To select a candidate under the PSTM quota, the authorities require the candidate to have studied in Tamil Medium from SSLC, 12th, and degree.
V. ID and Photographs needed for Combined Engineering Service:
- Ensure the photo with a signature is uploaded with dimensions of 165×123 pixels and is below 50 kb in jpg format.
- 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 being selected in CES :
- You must submit your SSLC (10th) certificate, higher secondary (12th) certificate, and graduation certificate as proof of your educational qualifications for age verification.
- You need to provide a community certificate to specify your community as (SC, ST, OBC, & others).
- Present a valid photo ID such as an Aadhar card, voter ID, passport, or driver’s license.
- Attach recent colour passport-size photographs as instructed.
- Provide a payment receipt as proof of your application fee payment.
- Complete a self-declaration form stating that you have no criminal history or disciplinary actions.
- Submit any other supporting documents mentioned in the official notice, such as experience certificates if required.
- Include two copies of a conduct certificate with your submission.