The Office of the Tahsildar, Perundurai Taluk, under the Revenue and Disaster Management Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu, has announced a recruitment drive to fill 39 vacant positions of Village Assistants (Grama Thozhilalar) across various villages in the taluk. This initiative is part of the state government’s effort to strengthen local administration and ensure effective service delivery in rural areas. The recruitment is through direct appointment, and candidates will be placed on a special time-scale pay structure. This notification also provides for age relaxation and other priority considerations, making it accessible to a wider range of eligible candidates. Applicants must be permanent residents of Perundurai Taluk and are encouraged to submit their applications in person or via registered post to the Tahsildar’s office before the specified deadline. Candidates who applied under the previous notification need not reapply.
Key Dates to Remember
- Notification Release Date: 22nd September 2025
- Application Start Date: 22nd September 2025
- Application End Date: 6th October 2025
- Application Submission Time: 10:00 AM to 5:45 PM on working days
- Applications received after 5:45 PM on the final date will not be considered.
Vacancy Details and Pay Scale
Name of the Post
- Village Assistant (Grama Thozhilalar)
Total Vacancies
- 39
Pay Scale
- Rs. 11,100 – 35,100 (Special Time Scale Pay, Level 6, Schedule-IV)
List of Villages with Vacancies
- Agraharam Vijayamangalam
- Marappanaickenpalayam
- Madathupalayam
- Vettaiankinar
- Sungakaranpalayam
- Pappampalayam
- Polanaickenpalayam
- Sullipalayam
- Kullampalayam
- Ayikkoundanpalayam
- Chinnamallanpalayam
- Talaiyampalayam
- Nimmittipalayam
- Periya Veerasangili
- Ponmudi
- Varapalayam
- Koothampalayam
- Singanallur-A
- Kongampalayam
- Orathupalayam
- Poovampalayam
- Karandipalayam
- Mukasipulavanpalayam
- Olapalayam
- Periya Vilamalai
- Chinna Vilamalai
- Murungathozhuvu-A
- Koilpalayam
- Unjapalayam
- Kallakulam
- Pethampalayam-A
- Nitchampalayam
- Nanjai Palathozhuvu
- Perundurai-A
- Thingalur
- Chinna Veerasangili
- Pudupalayam
- Pasuvapatti-A
Community Roster and Reservation Details
The selection of candidates will follow a strict community rotation roster, taking into account categories such as General Turn (GT), Backward Class (BC), Backward Class Muslim (BCM), Most Backward Class (MBC), Denotified Communities (DNC), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Caste Arunthathiyar (SC-A), and Scheduled Tribe (ST). Additional preferences are given to women, ex-servicemen, candidates who studied in Tamil medium, destitute widows, and other special categories.
Application Fee
- There is no application fee for this recruitment. Eligible candidates can apply free of cost.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age:
- General Category / Other Categories: 32 years
- MBC/DNC / BC / BCM: 39 years
- SC / SC (Arunthathiyar) / ST / Destitute Widow: 42 years
Age Relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to 50 years for General Category and up to 55 years for other categories
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Additional 10 years, provided disability does not impede performance
Educational Qualification
- Candidate must have appeared for Tamil Nadu Government SSLC (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) or equivalent with Tamil as a subject.
- Must be able to read and write in Tamil.
Other Essential Qualifications
- Skill: Ability to ride a bicycle or two-wheeler
- Character: Suitable character and antecedents
- Marital Status: Compliance with restrictions on bigamy
- Domicile: Permanent resident of Perundurai Taluk, with proof (Voter ID, Aadhar Card, Ration Card, Driver’s License, or Residence Certificate)
Salary Structure
The Village Assistant post carries a pay scale of Rs. 11,100 – 35,100 under a Special Time Scale (Level 6). Candidates will receive the basic pay as per the level, with periodic increments and allowances applicable under government rules.
Application Process
Step-by-Step Application Guide
- Obtain the Application Form: Candidates should procure the official application form from the Tahsildar Office or district website.
- Fill the Application Form: Carefully fill in all the required details in blue or black ink, ensuring all information matches supporting documents.
- Attach Required Documents: Affix a recent passport-sized photograph and attach self-attested copies of all necessary documents.
Submission Methods
- In-Person: Submit at the Tahsildar Office, Perundurai, during office hours
- Registered Post: Send to Tahsildar Office before the last date
Mandatory Documents to be Attached
Proof of Date of Birth
- SSLC Mark Sheet or Birth Certificate
Proof of Educational Qualification
- SSLC Mark Sheet (as proof of studying Tamil)
Proof of Identity and Residence
- Voter ID, Aadhar Card, Ration Card, Driver’s License, or Residence Certificate
Community Certificate
- For candidates claiming reservation under SC, ST, BC, MBC, etc.
Domicile Certificate
- Proof of permanent residence in Perundurai Taluk
Certificate for Special Preferences
- Tamil Medium Study Certificate (PSTM)
- First Graduate Certificate (Zonal Deputy Tahsildar)
- Destitute Widow Certificate (Sub-Collector/Revenue Divisional Officer)
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate
- Certificate for Persons with Disabilities
- Transgender Certificate/I-Card (Tamil Nadu Transgender Welfare Board)
- Certificate for Orphans
- Certificate for children who lost both parents to COVID-19 or other causes
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) if already employed
Selection Process
Application Scrutiny
- Verification of eligibility, community, and priority claims
Skill and Ability Tests
- Bicycle/two-wheeler riding skill test
- Reading and writing proficiency test in Tamil
Interview
- Personal interview for shortlisted candidates
Final Selection
- Based on combined performance in skill tests and interview, following community rotation and reservation rules
Priority in Selection
- Persons Studied in Tamil Medium (PSTM)
- Orphans (COVID-19 affected or otherwise)
- First graduate in a family
- Studied in Tamil Nadu government schools
- Ex-Servicemen
- Dependents of armed forces personnel killed or disabled in war
- Destitute Widows
- Inter-caste married couples
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities
Important Conditions and Instructions
- Temporary nature of vacancies; numbers may change
- No TA/DA will be provided for tests or interviews
- Appointed candidates must reside in the village of posting
- Accurate disclosure of criminal, election, or disciplinary history is required
- Original documents will be verified; false documents lead to disqualification
- Transgender applicants must submit Tamil Nadu Transgender Welfare Board ID card
