TNPSC CESE 2024: Notification, Syllabus, Question Papers, Books

Hafsha Qureshi
Hafsha Qureshi

Updated on - Feb 22, 2024

TNPSC CESE 2024 notification will be released soon on the official website. Eligible candidates can apply for the exam after the application form is made available on the official website. Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission Combined Engineering Services or TNPSC CESE is conducted by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) to recruit candidates for engineering posts in the state of Tamil Nadu.

The TNPSC CESE exam is held annually and will be conducted in an offline Written Test mode. Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. The final selection will be based on the combined marks received in the Written Test and the Interview.

Also Read: TNPSC Eligibility Criteria 2024

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About TNPSC CESE

Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission arranges different entrance examinations for hiring candidates into government service. TNPSC Combined Engineering Services Entrance i.e. TNPSC CESE 2024 Exam is one such exam that is organized by the TNPSC in order to recruit engineers and architects for different designations in the Tamil Nadu state government.

Candidates who get selected in the TNPSC combined engineering services examination 2024 will have job posts like Assistant Engineer, Assistant Electrical Inspector, Assistant Director of Industrial Safety and Health, and Junior Architect.

Candidates who graduated in engineering streams like Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Agriculture, Production, Electronics and Telecommunication can apply to the exam. Interested candidates can register for the exam after checking the TNPSC combined engineering services examination 2024 Eligibility criteria.

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TNPSC CESE 2024 Exam Highlights

The following table shows some highlights of the TNPSC combined engineering services examination 2024 Exam.

TNPSC CESE 2024 Exam Highlights
Exam Name Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission Combined Engineering Services
Acronym TNPSC CESE
Conducting Authority Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission
Exam Level State Level
Exam Duration

Paper 1 - 3 Hours

Paper 2 - 2 Hours

Exam Date Not announced yet
Medium

Paper 1 - English

Paper 2 - English and Tamil

Total Vacancies To be announced
Types of Questions Multiple Choice Questions
Official Website www.tnpsc.gov.in

TNPSC CESE 2024 Notification

Every year Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission releases a notification with vacancies of Engineer posts in different departments of the state government.  The notification contains all the important details about the TNPSC CESE 2024 Exam like eligibility criteria, age limits, application form, and application process, along with the vacancy for the year. There are more than 590 vacant positions expected this year. 

TNPSC CESE 2024 Eligibility Criteria

TNPSC CESE 2024 eligibility criteria is available on the official website. The candidate's application might be rejected at any time during the process of admission if the candidate is found to be ineligible for the examination. 

The age limit, educational qualifications, language knowledge, and physical fitness details required are mentioned below.

Age Limit

The details regarding the maximum upper age limit for candidates of each category are tabulated below.

TNPSC CESE 2024 Age Limit
Category Age Limit
General 30 years for all posts 39 years for Assistant Electrical Inspector
SC/ST/Muslim Backward Castes/Widows of all Castes No Age Limit
Differently Abled (General) 40 years (10-year relaxation)
Ex-servicemen 48 years

Educational Qualifications

A total of 10 different posts are available in TNPSC CESE 2024 exam, and each post requires different educational criteria to be eligible for the same. The detailed list of educational qualifications is listed below in the table.

TNPSC CESE 2024 Educational Qualification
Name of the Post Educational Qualification
Assistant Electrical Inspector

Candidates must have completed their degree in Electrical Engineering from a UGC-recognized university.

Practical work experience of 3 years in a large electricity company or the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board

Assistant Engineer (Agricultural Engineering) B.E. (Agriculture) or B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) or B.Sc., (Agricultural Engineering)
Junior Architect A degree in Architecture from any UGC recognized institute or a Diploma awarded by the J.J. School of Arts in Architecture
Assistant Engineer (Civil) in Port Service B.E. degree in Civil Engineering
Assistant Engineer in Tamil Nadu Fisheries Department A degree in Civil Engineering from any UGC recognized university
Assistant Engineer, Water Resources B.E. degree in Civil and Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering
Assistant Director of Industrial Safety and Health A degree in Electrical or Production or Industrial or Mechanical or Textile Engineering or Chemical Technology
Assistant Engineer (Electrical) A degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering or Electrical Engineering
Assistant Engineer (Civil) Building B.E. degree in Civil and Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering

Language Skills

Candidates applying for the TNPSC CESE 2024 exam should possess good knowledge of the Tamil language.

Physical Fitness

Candidates must produce a physical fitness certificate during the appointment to various posts in the combined engineering services examination TNPSC 2024 examination.

TNPSC CESE 2024 Physical Fitness
Name of the Post Standard of Vision
Assistant Engineer (Agricultural Engineering) Standard-II
Assistant Director of Industrial Safety and Health)Assistant Engineer (Civil) (Highways Department) Standard-II or better
Junior Architect, Assistant Engineer (Fisheries), Assistant Engineer (Civil) (Maritime Board) Assistant Engineer (Electrical) Assistant Engineer (Civil), (Buildings, PWD) Assistant Electrical Inspector Assistant Engineer (Civil), (Water Resources Department, PWD) Standard-III or better

Disqualification: Candidates should note that colour blindness will be a disqualification to all the posts mentioned in the table above. They will also be disqualified for the post of Assistant Director of Industrial Safety and Health if they have night blindness.

TNPSC CESE 2024 Application Form

TNPSC CESE 2024 application form will be released on the official website. Candidates eligible for the TNPSC CESE 2024 can apply by visiting the Commission’s official website. The following are the steps to apply for the exam.

Step 1: Visit Official Website

Open the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission's official website at tnpsc.gov.in. Click on the 'Apply Online' option, which redirects to another page of the website.

Step 2: One Time Registration

Before applying for any of the posts, candidates must complete the One Time Registration (OTR) and applicant dashboard.

Candidates should register only once by paying INR 150 as a registration fee, which is valid for five years from the TNPSC CESE 2024 registration date. Once finished, candidates will receive a User ID and password for login.

Step 3: Entering Credentials

In the TNPSC CESE 2024 exam application form, applicants should enter all the details such as the candidate's name, educational qualification, date of birth, the post applied for, email ID, address, exam center, and communal category.

Candidates should note that no further modifications are possible once the application form is submitted.

Step 4: Upload Documents

After all the credentials are provided, applicants must upload a scanned copy of their passport-sized photograph, signature, and other relevant certificates.

The online application can be rejected if applicants do not upload their photograph, signature, and specified certificates.

Step 5: Final Submission

Candidates should submit the TNPSC CESE 2024 application form after uploading the relevant documents within the stipulated time.

Candidates can save and print their application form in PDF format by entering their User ID and password. Therefore, there is no need to send the TNPSC CESE 2024 application printout to the Commission office.

TNPSC CESE 2024 Exam Dates

TNPSC CESE 2024 admit card will be issued in Dec 2024. The exam will be conducted on Jan 6 - 7, 2024.

The dates of TNPSC CESE 2024 are mentioned below in the table.

TNPSC CESE 2024 Important Dates
Important Events Dates
TNPSC CESE 2024 Application Form Date Oct 2024
TNPSC CESE 2024 Application Form Correction Nov 2024
TNPSC CESE 2024 Application Form End Date Nov 2024
TNPSC CESE 2024 Admit Card Release Date Dec 2024
TNPSC CESE 2024 Exam Date Jan 2025

TNPSC CESE 2024 Admit Card

TNPSC CESE 2024 admit card will be released in before the exam. The candidates will be able to download the TNPSC combined engineering services examination 2024 admit card from the official website using their login credentials.

Candidates should check all the details of their admit cards thoroughly before going to the examination hall. If any error in the admit card is seen, they should immediately contact the concerned department.

Details Mentioned on the Admit Card

The admit card contains information such as the candidate's name, venue of the exam, examination date and time, invigilator’s signature, a photograph of the candidate, etc. The candidates should also take out printed copies of the admit card for future reference and processes.

Steps to Download the Admit Card

Given below are steps to download the TSPSC CESE 2024 admit card:

Step 1: Visit the official website of TNPSC CESE .i.e tnpsc.gov.in
Step 2: Under the ‘Important Links’ tab, click on ‘Hall Ticket Download’
Step 3: Enter the valid details and click ‘Submit’
Step 4: The candidate’s TNPSC CESE Admit card will appear
Step 5: Print the admit card for future references

TNPSC CESE 2024 Exam Centres

The TNPSC CESE 2024 exam is conducted only in the state of Tamil Nadu. Candidates cannot request a change of examination centre once they have submitted the TNPSC CESE 2024 examination form. The following is the list of TNPSC CESE 2024 exam centres.

List of TNPSC CESE 2024 Exam Centre
Chennai Coimbatore Cuddalore
Dharmapuri Dindigul Erode
Kancheepuram Kanyakumari Karur
Madurai Nagapattinam Namakkal
Udhagamandalam Perambalur Pudukkottai
Ramanathapuram Salem Sivaganga
Thanjavur Theni Thiruvallur
Thiruvannamalai Thiruvarur Thoothukudi
Tiruchirappalli Tirunelveli Vellore
Villupuram Virudhunagar Ariyalur
Krishnagiri Tiruppur  

TNPSC CESE 2024 Exam Pattern

The TNPSC CESE 2024 exam has two stages - Written Examination and Interview (Oral Test).

Candidates must clear both Paper 1 and Paper 2 to be eligible for the selection process. The total marks obtained in the written examination and personal interview are calculated for the TNPSC CESE 2024 final merit list. The pattern of the exam can be found below:

TNPSC CESE 2024 Exam Pattern

Language

Paper 1 - English

Paper 2 - Tamil and English

Total Marks

Paper 1 - 300 Marks

Paper 2 - 200 Marks

Personal Interview - 70 Marks

Total Duration

Paper 1 - 3 Hours

Paper 2 - 2 Hours

TNPSC CESE 2024 Paper 1

Evaluate those subject papers in which the aspirant has acquired the Degree. Two hundred questions are asked from the subject paper, as given below.

  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Automobile Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Mechanical/Production/Manufacturing Engineering
  • Textile Technology
  • Architecture Engineering

TNPSC CESE 2024 Paper 2

TNPSC CESE 2024 Paper 2
Subject Standard No of questions
General Studies Degree level 75
Aptitude and Mental Ability SSLC Standard 25

TNPSC CESE 2024 Syllabus

TNPSC CESE 2024 syllabus set by the conducting body is provided below. The syllabus for Paper 1 is based on the engineering degree subject pursued by the aspirants.

TNPSC CESE 2024 Paper 1 Syllabus for Architectural Engineering

  • Theory of Architecture
  • History of Architecture and Culture
  • Materials and construction techniques
  • Building systems and services
  • Human settlements planning
  • Urban Studies
  • Environmental Studies and Site Planning
  • Climatic design and Energy-efficient architecture
  • Construction Technology and Project Management
  • Professional Ethics

TNPSC CESE 2024 Paper 1 Syllabus for Agricultural Engineering

  • Surveying and Hydrology
  • Soil erosion and Conservation
  • Watershed Development and Management
  • Irrigation and Drainage
  • Farm and Irrigation Structures
  • Farm Power
  • Farm Machinery
  • Unit Operations in Food and Agricultural Processing
  • Renewable and Bioenergy
  • Process Engineering of Agricultural and Horticultural Crops

TNPSC CESE 2024 Paper 1 Syllabus for Automobile Engineering

  • Engines
  • Automotive Chassis
  • Suspension and Braking System
  • Automotive Transmission
  • Automotive Electrical and Electronics
  • Vehicle Body Engineering
  • Vehicle Dynamics
  • Vehicle Control Systems
  • Automotive Pollution and Control
  • Servicing and Maintenance

TNPSC CESE 2024 Paper 1 Syllabus for Chemical Engineering

  • Chemical Process Calculation and Engineering Thermodynamics
  • Mechanical Operations and Engineering Materials
  • Chemical Technology and Renewable Energy Sources
  • Transfer Operations
  • Chemical Reaction Engineering
  • Instrumentation and Process Control
  • Numerical and Computational Methods
  • Separation Operations
  • Environmental Engineering and Safety in Chemical Industries
  • Design and Optimization

TNPSC CESE 2024 Paper 1 Syllabus for Civil Engineering

  • Building Materials and Construction Practices
  • Engineering Survey
  • Strength of Materials
  • Structural Analysis
  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering and Pollution Control
  • Design of Reinforced Concrete and Steel Structures
  • Hydraulics and Water Resources Engineering
  • Urban and Transportation
  • Project Management and Estimation

TNPSC CESE 2024 Syllabus for Electrical Engineering

  • Electrical Circuits
  • Electric and Magnetic Fields
  • Measurements and Instrumentation
  • Control Systems
  • Electrical Machines
  • Power Systems
  • Analog and Digital Electronics
  • Power Electronics and Drives
  • Digital Processors and Communication
  • Renewable Energy Resources

TNPSC CESE 2024 Syllabus for Mechanical Engineering

  • Mechanics, Kinetics and Dynamics
  • Strength of Materials and Design
  • Fluid Mechanics and Turbo Machinery
  • Thermodynamics
  • Heat and Mass Transfer
  • Materials Science and Metallurgy
  • Production Technology
  • Metrology and Quality Control
  • CAD/CAM/CIM/FEA
  • Industrial Engineering and Management

TNPSC CESE 2024 Syllabus for Textile Engineering

  • Fibre Identification and Blend Analysis
  • Physical Properties of Fibre
  • Synthetic Fibre Spinning and Post Spinning Operations
  • Spinning
  • Weaving
  • Testing and Quality Control
  • Chemical Processing
  • Knitting and Garments
  • Textile Management and Environment Conservation
  • Nonwovens and Technical Textiles

TNPSC CESE 2024 Paper 2 Syllabus

  • General Science
  • Current Events
  • Geography
  • History and Culture of India
  • Indian Polity
  • Indian Economy
  • Indian National Movement
  • Aptitude and Mental Ability Test

TNPSC CESE 2024 Result

The candidates can download TNPSC combined engineering services examination 2024 result from the official website i.e., tnpsc.gov.in. The details about the merit list, cut-offs will also be announced after the declaration of the result. 

Candidates require their registration number and date of birth to access the result. The result declared by the authorities will be in a pdf format. Candidates can download the same. The cut-offs will depend on the performance of the candidates and the overall results.

Steps to Access the TNPSC CESE Result

Given below are steps to download the TSPSC CESE 2024 result:

Step 1: Visit the official website of TNPSC CESE i.e tnpsc.gov.in
Step 2:
Under the ‘Important Links’ tab, click on ‘Latest Result’.
Step 3:
Enter your credentials and click ‘Submit’.
Step 4:
The candidate’s TNPSC CESE results will appear in the form of a PDF.
Step 5:
Download the PDF for future reference, if needed.

TNPSC CESE 2024 Cut Off

The TNPSC combined engineering services examination 2024 expected cut off marks to be obtained by candidates for different categories are mentioned below as per previous trends

TNPSC CESE 2024 Exam Cut Off - Expected
Category Cutoff (Paper 1 and Paper 2)
General 310-350
Backward Class 285-335
Backward Class Muslims (BCM) 270-315
Scheduled Caste (SC) 270-295
Scheduled Tribe (ST) 230-250

TNPSC CESE 2024 Recruitment

Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission conducts entrance exams every year for the recruitment of engineers and architects. The entrance is called TNPSC Combined Engineering Services Entrance. TNPSC CESE 2024 Exam consists of two papers. Candidates have to go through the written test and an Interview.

The final selection for TNPSC CESE 2024 Recruitment will be done based on the marks obtained by the candidate in the test and the interview. TNPSC releases an official notification every year which has details of the exam.

TNPSC CESE 2024 Vacancy

Given below are the expected vacancy details for TNPSC CESE 2024. Candidates must note that the Public Service Commission can increase or reduce vacancies for each post.

Name of the Post Name of the Department Expected Vacancies
Assistant Engineer Agricultural Engineering 1
Senior Officer (Technical) Tamil Nadu Industrial & Investment Corporation 8
Manager- Engineer TNCMPFL 7
Manager- Civil TNCMFL 1
Assistant Engineer (Civil) Water Resources Department PWD 4
Assistant Engineer (Civil) PWD 5
Assistant Engineer (Electrical) PWD 36
Assistant Director of Industrial Safety and Health Tamil Nadu Factory Services 20
Assistant Engineer Highways Department 52+ 1
Assistant Engineer Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department 1
Assistant Engineer (Industries) Tamil Nadu Industries Subordinate Service 9
Assistant Engineer (Electrical) TANGEDCO 36
Assistant Engineer (Civil) TANGEDCO 5
Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) TANGEDCO 9
Assistant Engineer (Civil) Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board 1
Assistant Engineer Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board 49
Assistant Engineer (Civil) Tamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board 78
Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) Tamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board 20
Assistant Engineer (Civil) Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar Housing & Development Corporation Limited 25
Principal Industrial Training Institute 1

TNPSC CESE 2024 Contact Details

Address: Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission

TNPSC Road, V.O.C.Nagar, Park Town,

Chennai-600003, Tamil Nadu, INDIA

Email-Id: contacttnpsc@gmail.com

Helpline Number: 1800 425 1002

FAQs

How many vacancies are available for all the different posts in TNPSC CESE 2023?

TNPSC CESE 2023 vacancies will be released soon.

Is work experience mandatory to apply for TNPSC CESE 2023?

Except for Assistant Electrical Engineer, all other posts do not need work experience. Assistant Electrical Engineer Requires three years of minimum work experience.

I am a Maharashtra Domicile. Is it possible for me to apply for the TNPSC CESE 2023 examination?

No, only the Tamil Nadu candidates are eligible to apply for TNPSC CESE 2023, as per the Public Service Commission.

Please help me with the weightage for various components of the TNPSC CESE 2023 Exam?

Paper 1 is for 300 marks, which evaluates the candidate’s knowledge in the subject pursued during his/her degree. Paper 2 is for 200 marks, which tests General Studies and Aptitude. 70 Marks are allotted for Personal Interview.

Is it compulsory to attend both written examinations and personal interviews?

Yes, the candidates must appear for both the written examination and the personal interview. Failing to do so will result in disqualification from the TNPSC CESE exam.

Is the TNPSC CESE 2023 exam conducted outside Tamil Nadu?

No, candidates will be allotted only in the state of Tamil Nadu. There are a total of 32 cities in Tamil Nadu, where TNPSC CESE is conducted.

I do not know Tamil language. Can I apply and be eligible for the TNPSC CESE 2023 exam?

No, as per the Public Service Commission, knowledge of Tamil is mandatory to apply for each post, even if the candidate is educationally qualified.

Do candidates need to furnish any physical certificate during the TNPSC CESE 2023 registration?

Yes, all the candidates must mandatorily produce a physical certificate of their eye vision. Colour blind candidates will not be eligible for the TNPSC CESE 2023 examination.

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