Vishnu Rangannagar | Updated: Jun 4, 2022 13:44 IST
TNPSC Group 1 age limit for all applicants has been set by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC).Aspiring candidates should make sure that they fulfil the TNPSC Group 1 eligibility criteria before applying for the various Group 1 posts. To be eligible for the jobs in the Combined Civil Services Examination 1 or Group 1, a candidate’s age must fall between the minimum and maximum ages set by the Tamil Nadu government.The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) will be hiring deserving people for various Group 1 positions in the Tamil Nadu government’s numerous ministries. For various jobs, the TNPSC group 1 age restriction and other qualifying conditions change.
Before filling out the TNPSC Group 1 online application form, a candidate should be informed of the numerous TNPSC eligibility conditions, such as educational qualification and age restriction.
TNPSC Group 1 posts are given below:
TNPSC Group 1 age limits for various jobs, as well as educational qualifications, are listed below. To verify their birthday, candidates must produce a birth certificate as well as an identification document such as an Aadhar card. This is essential in order to determine whether the candidate meets the age requirements for the position.
The TNPSC Group 1 age restriction is as follows for all Group 1 positions except Assistant Commissioner.
| Post name | Minimum age | Age limit for SC, ST, OBC, and other restricted groups | Max age for the general category |
| Deputy Collector | 21 years | 37 years | 32 years |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category-1) | 21 years | 37 years | 32 years |
| Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies | 21 years | 37 years | 32 years |
| Assistant Director of Rural Development | 21 years | 37 years | 32 years |
| District Officer (Fire and Rescue Services) | 21 years | 37 years | 32 years |
Apart from the positions listed in the table above, the post of Assistant Commissioner has a distinct TNPSC Group 1 Age restriction, which varies depending on the candidate’s educational qualifications. To gain a clear picture, look at the table below.
| Post name | Educational qualification | Minimum age | Max age for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories | Max age for others |
| Assistant Commissioner | For any degree | 21 years | 37 years | 32 years |
| Assistant Commissioner | For a B.L. degree from a UGC recognized institute | 21 years | 38 years | 33 years |
The maximum age restriction for the TNPSC Group 1 test has been relaxed for those with unique circumstances. The following are the specifics:
1.The age limit concession for a candidate who is differently abled is ten years higher than the maximum limit.
2.The maximum age restriction for ex-servicemen applicants from the ST/SC/OBC categories is 53 years. Candidates from other reserved categories and castes must be 48 years old to be considered for general election.
The Commission has prescribed the TNPSC Group 1 Eligibility Criteria for educational requirements for Group 1 jobs. A graduate degree from an Indian university is the minimum educational requirement for TNPSC Group 1 positions. Examine the preferred educational credentials for various TNPSC Group 1 posts.
| Name of the post | General Educational Qualification |
| TNPSC Group 1 Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category-1), Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes), Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Assistant Director of Rural Development, District Officer (Fire and Rescue Services) | Graduate degree from:A state or federal law that establishes a university.ORAn educational institution created by a Parliamentary Act.OR Under Section 3 of the UGC Act of 1956, a deemed university exists. |
Candidates with the following qualifications will be given priority:
| Name of the post | Preferential Educational Qualification | Additional Qualifications |
| Deputy Superintendent ofPolice (Category – I) | A forensic science and criminology degree or diploma from an Indian university is required. | Those who have received National Physical Efficiency Awards are given priority. |
| Assistant Commissioner (C.T) | First Preference: A Bachelor’s degree in both Law and Commerce, as well as a Diploma in Taxation Laws.Second Preference: A Degree both in the streams of Commerce and Law.Second Preference: A Bachelor’s degree in both Commerce and Law.Third Preference: A bachelor’s degree in either law or commerce, as well as a taxation law diploma.Fourth Preference: A legal or business degree. | – |
| Assistant Director of Rural Development Department | Gandhigram Rural Institute, Madurai’s postgraduate degree in rural service OR a diploma or postgraduate degree in extension or sociology. | – |
| Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies | First preference: M.A. (Co-operation) DegreeSecond choice: an M.Com degree with a concentration in cooperation as a subject.Third preference: B.A. (Co-operation degree) | – |
| District Employment Officer | Graduate in Economics/ Education/ Sociology/ Statistics/ PsychologyOR Post graduate Diploma in Social Science | Experience in Industrial/ Labour Welfare/ Personal Management |
Applicants for the TNPSC Group 1 Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category-I) and District Officer positions must meet the following physical requirements:
| Name of the post | Physical Qualifications |
| Deputy Superintendent ofPolice (Category-I) | Men’s height should not be less than 165cm, with a chest measurement of 85cm.Women’s height must not be less than 155cms. They don’t have a chest measurement. |
| District Officer (Fire and Rescue Service) | Men: height must be at least 165 cm, weight must be at least 50 kg, and chest must be at least 84 cm.Women: height- 155cms, chest measurement, and weight does not apply. |
TNPSC Group 1 Deputy Collectors must be at least 21 years old.
A deputy collector is required to have a degree or diploma from an Indian university.
TNPSC Group 1 age restriction and educational qualification can be downloaded in pdf format from the TNPSC official website, or you can use the Testbook app to stay up to date.
After an applicant qualifies in the interview, all required documents will be verified. Candidates must submit a copy of their birth certificate or a copy of their board exam admission card to demonstrate that they meet the TNPSC Group 1 Age Limit.
The Rs.100 preliminary test cost can be paid online using Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card. To pay it offline, make a deposit at a State Bank of India, Post Office, or Bank of India office near you. After selecting the offline payment option in the TNPSC online application, the candidate must complete the payment within two days.