The Office of the District Collector, Tenkasi, under the Tamil Nadu Government’s Revenue and Disaster Management Department, is embarking on a significant recruitment drive to fill multiple vacancies for the position of Village Assistant (Grama Thozhilalar) across various Taluks (blocks) within the district. This initiative is a crucial extension of a previous recruitment process, reinvigorated by a recent government directive that has enhanced the upper age limit for applicants. This revision opens the door wider, offering a fresh and invaluable opportunity for a broader segment of job seekers to secure a stable and respectable career in public service. This article serves as your definitive guide to understanding and navigating this recruitment process.
Important Dates
Prospective candidates must strictly adhere to the following timeline. The application window is concise, and deadlines are firm.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date for Application Submission | 10th October 2025 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 24th October 2025 |
| Application Submission Deadline Time | Up to 5:45 PM |
Crucial Note: Applications received after 5:45 PM on 24th October 2025 will be summarily rejected. No exceptions will be made.
Application Fee
In a welcome move for job seekers, there is no application fee for this recruitment process. Candidates are only required to invest their time and effort in preparing and submitting a complete and accurate application.
Vacancy Details
The vacancies are distributed across six Taluks in Tenkasi District, with specific reservations as per the state’s roster system. A candidate may apply for only one specific village post in one Taluk.
| Taluk | Total Posts | Village Name & Roster Details |
|---|---|---|
| Tiruvengadam | 01 | Sanguppatti (Roster Point: 07 – MBC & DNC) – For Unattached Widow (Female) |
| Sivagiri | 03 | 1. Pattakkucheeri (Roster: 19 – GT) – Non-Priority, Female, Tamil Medium 2. Rayagiri Part-2 (Roster: 20 – BC) – Priority, General 3. Viswanathaperi Part-1 (Roster: 21 – GT) – Priority, General |
| Shenkottai | 03 | 1. Panpozhi 13A (Roster: 06 – MBC & DNC) – Non-Priority 2. Mekkarai 14 (Roster: 01 – BC) – Non-Priority 3. Vadakarai Melpidagai 15 (Roster: 02 – BC(M)) – Priority, General |
| Kadayam | 04 | 1. Ramasamyapuram (Roster: 11 – GT) – Non-Priority, General 2. Achanpudur (Roster: 12 – SC) – For Unattached Widow (Female) 3. Idaikal (Roster: 13 – MBC & DNC) – Non-Priority, General 4. Shenbagaputhur (Roster: 14 – BC) – Non-Priority, General |
| Alangulam | 05 | 1. Andipatti (Roster: 20 – BC) – Priority, General 2. Maruthampudur Part-1 (Roster: 21 – GT) – Priority, General 3. Kadanganeri (Roster: 22 – SC) – Non-Priority, General 4. Bethanadarpatti Part-2 (Roster: 23 – MBC & DNC) – Non-Priority, Female 5. Poolankulam (Roster: 24 – BC) – Non-Priority, General |
| Tenkasi | 02 | 1. Melapavu (Roster: 26 – SC) – Non-Priority, Female, Tamil Medium 2. Tippanampatti (Roster: 27 – GT) – Non-Priority, General |
Abbreviations: GT (General Turn), BC (Backward Class), MBC (Most Backward Class), DNC (Denotified Community), SC (Scheduled Caste), BC(M) (Backward Class Muslims).
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meticulously ensure they fulfill the following criteria:
A. Educational Qualification:
- Must have passed the Tamil Nadu Government’s SSLC (10th Standard) Examination or its equivalent.
- Mandatory Requirement: Must have studied Tamil as a subject in the SSLC examination.
- Documentation: The original or self-attested copy of the SSLC Mark Sheet is compulsory for application submission.
B. Age Limit (as of 1st July 2025):
The age limits have been revised as per the latest government order.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General Turn (GT) | 21 Years | 32 Years |
| Backward Class (BC) / Most Backward Class (MBC) / Denotified Communities (DNC) | 21 Years | 39 Years |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Caste Arunthathiyar (SCA) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) / Unattached Widow | 21 Years | 42 Years |
Age Relaxations:
- Ex-Servicemen: General Category Ex-Servicemen can apply up to 50 years of age. Those belonging to reserved communities (BC/MBC/DNC/SC/SCA/ST) can apply up to 55 years.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Are eligible for a relaxation of 10 years over and above the prescribed maximum age limit for their category.
C. Essential Skill:
- Must possess the ability to drive a two-wheeler (scooter/motorcycle) and hold a valid driving license for the same. This is non-negotiable for the field duties of the post.
Pay Scale
The selected candidates will be appointed in the Special Time Scale Pay – Level 6 of the Tamil Nadu Government’s pay matrix. The salary structure is:
- Pay Band: ₹11,100 – ₹35,100 per month.
- In addition to the basic pay, they will be entitled to other allowances and benefits as per the rules of the Tamil Nadu Government, making it a financially attractive package.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be a multi-stage process designed to assess both fundamental skills and suitability for the role:
- Application Scrutiny: The initial screening of all received applications to shortlist candidates who meet all the eligibility criteria.
- Written Test / Reading Test: Shortlisted candidates will be called to appear for a written examination or a reading test to evaluate their basic aptitude and comprehension skills.
- Oral Interview (Oral Test): Candidates who qualify in the written/reading test will be required to appear for a personal interview.
- Document Verification: Final selection will be contingent upon the successful verification of all original certificates submitted during the application process.
The call letters for the tests and interview will be issued to eligible candidates separately at a later date.
Application Process
The application process is entirely offline. Follow these steps diligently:
- Form Download: Visit the official Tenkasi District website at tenkasi.nic.in. Navigate to the recruitment section and download the specific application form for the “Village Assistant” post.
- Form Filling: Fill out the application form neatly and legibly in capital letters. Ensure all information is accurate and matches your supporting documents.
- Document Compilation: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents:
- SSLC Mark Sheet
- Community Certificate
- Two-Wheeler Driving License
- Relevant certificates for age relaxation (e.g., Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Unattached Widow, Tamil Medium Study Certificate if applicable).
- Submission:
- Where to Submit: The completed application form, along with all documents, must be submitted to the Office of the Tahsildar (Village Administrative Officer) of the specific Taluk for which you are applying. (e.g., For a Sivagiri Taluk post, submit to the Sivagiri Tahsildar Office).
- How to Submit: You can submit it in person or send it via Registered Post to the correct Taluk office address.
- Deadline: Ensure your application reaches the designated office on or before 24th October 2025, by 5:45 PM.
