TNPSC Group 4 Phase-II Certificate Verification Notice 2026
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially issued the Phase-II Online Certificate Verification schedule for shortlisted candidates under the Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Notification No. 07/2025). Candidates who cleared the written phase for departmental forestry positions must upload their supporting credentials to confirm their eligibility claims.
Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown
| Recruitment Authority | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
|---|---|
| Examination | Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group-IV Services) |
| Notification Number | 07/2025 |
| Posts | Forest Guard, Forest Guard with Driving Licence, Forest Watcher and Forest Watcher (Tribal Youth) |
| Recruitment Departments | Tamil Nadu Forest Subordinate Service and Tamil Nadu Forest Plantation Corporation Limited |
| Phase-II DV List Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Certificate Upload Start Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Certificate Upload Last Date | 11 November 2026 |
| Verification Mode | Online Certificate Upload |
| DV Schedule Status | Released |
| Official Website | tnpsc.gov.in |
| Phase-II DV Schedule Notice PDF | Download Here |
|---|---|
| Official TNPSC Website | Visit Website |
This Phase-II verification process specifically covers key forest cadres across the state, including Forest Guard, Forest Guard with Driving Licence, Forest Watcher, and Forest Watcher (Tribal Youth). Candidates shortlisted in the official release on 28 October 2026 are required to log in to the commission's portal and upload their documents online between 30 October 2026 and 11 November 2026.
Applicants searching for additional state recruitment updates can explore all latest Tamil Nadu Government Jobs or examine other state commission updates such as the TNPSC Combined Technical Services Examination Admit Card 2026 Released - Download Hall Ticket recruitment details.
Covered Cadres & Eligibility Verification Scope
The certificate scrutiny phase acts as a preliminary screening to authenticate all details furnished during the initial online application. Candidates must possess the minimum academic qualifications corresponding to 10th Pass or 12th Pass benchmarks as prescribed in the original advertisement rules.
The verification process applies to the following specific positions within the Department of Forests:
- Forest Guard: Mandatory educational credentials, age proof, and category claims.
- Forest Guard with Driving Licence: General qualification marksheets alongside valid commercial or heavy/light motor vehicle driving licence records.
- Forest Watcher: General educational qualifications and special category claims; candidates can also check more 10th Pass jobs in Tamil Nadu.
- Forest Watcher (Tribal Youth): General educational credentials along with native tribal residence/community documentation.
Selection Stages & Evaluation Methodology
The recruitment process for TNPSC Group 4 forestry posts progresses through structured stages to ensure complete transparency and administrative compliance. Shortlisting in Phase-II certificate verification does not confer any immediate right to final appointment.
- Stage 1: Online Certificate Verification: Candidates submit soft copies of all mandatory original documents via the official examination portal between 30 October 2026 and 11 November 2026.
- Stage 2: Document Scrutiny: TNPSC officials evaluate uploaded documents against application claims, category reservations, and qualification cutoffs.
- Stage 3: Physical Standards & Endurance Test: Candidates selected after document scrutiny for field-level forest posts undergo physical measurement and endurance tests as per recruitment norms.
- Stage 4: Final Selection List: Preparation of the final merit list and counseling allotment based on score merit, post preference, and verified eligibility.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Upload Certificates
Shortlisted applicants must complete the certificate submission procedure exclusively through the official One Time Registration (OTR) module on the portal. No offline or physical postal submissions are accepted for this phase.
- Step 1: Check Register Number: Download the Phase-II shortlist PDF from tnpsc.gov.in and verify your registration number.
- Step 2: Access Examination Portal: Visit the official portal at tnpscexams.in and log in using your OTR user ID and password.
- Step 3: Open Verification Tab: Navigate to the Certificate Verification section corresponding to Notification No. 07/2025.
- Step 4: Scan and Attach Documents: Upload clear, legible scanned copies of original marksheets, community certificates, and reservation forms strictly following specified file size guidelines.
- Step 5: Review and Submit: Re-check every uploaded file to prevent misallocation or illegible scans, submit the form before 11 November 2026, and save the acknowledgement slip.
Essential Documents Checklist
Candidates must keep original documents ready for scanning. Uploading incorrect or unclear files can lead to the cancellation of eligibility for the relevant post or reservation quota.
- Age Proof: SSLC Marks Sheet, birth certificate, or official school leaving certificate.
- Educational Qualifications: Marksheets and degree/diploma certificates validating 10th or 12th Pass eligibility.
- Community Certificate: Permanent Community Card issued by competent Tamil Nadu revenue authorities (if claiming reservation).
- PSTM Certificate: Persons Studied in Tamil Medium certificate in the prescribed format, if claimed in the application.
- Special Reservation Documents: Ex-Servicemen, Differently Abled, or Destitute Widow certificates where applicable.
- Post-Specific Credentials: Valid Driving Licence for Forest Guard (Driving Licence) or tribal youth residency documentation for Forest Watcher (Tribal Youth).
