The eligibility criteria for TNPSC Group 3 positions include specific educational qualifications and age limits. Here’s a detailed overview:
Educational Qualifications
The educational requirements vary depending on the specific post within Group 3 services. Here are the general qualifications for some key positions:
- Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies
- Minimum Qualification: Higher Secondary Course (HSC) or its equivalent.
- Station Fire Officer
- Minimum Qualification: A degree of any recognized university.
- Assistant Supervisor of Industrial Co-operative Societies
- Minimum Qualification: Higher Secondary Course (HSC) or its equivalent.
- Store Keeper, Grade-II in Industries and Commerce Department
- Minimum Qualification: Higher Secondary Course (HSC) or its equivalent with relevant experience or additional certifications as required.
- Store Keeper in Employment and Training Department (Training Wing)
- Minimum Qualification: Higher Secondary Course (HSC) or its equivalent.
Age Limit
The age criteria for TNPSC Group 3 posts generally fall into the following categories:
- Junior Inspector of Co-operative Societies
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years (for general category)
- Age Relaxation: Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories as per government norms.
- Station Fire Officer
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years (for general category)
- Age Relaxation: Applicable for reserved categories.
- Other Group 3A Posts
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years (for general category)
- Age Relaxation: Provided for SC/ST, OBC, and other reserved categories as per the government regulations.
Additional Requirements
For certain positions, additional qualifications or physical standards may be required. For example, the Station Fire Officer may require candidates to meet specific physical standards and pass a physical efficiency test.
Summary
- Minimum Educational Qualification: Higher Secondary Course (HSC) or equivalent for most posts.
- Age Criteria: Generally 18-30 years for general category, with relaxations for reserved categories.
- Additional Requirements: Depending on the specific post, additional qualifications or physical standards may be required.
