TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026: Notification Expected in May, Eligibility & Exam Details

The Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB) is preparing to release the official TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026 notification for the Sub-Inspector (Technical) cadre. According to the board’s annual recruitment planner, the official notification and the comprehensive online registration schedule are expected in May 2026. Aspiring candidates can submit their applications through the official portal at www.tnusrb.tn.gov.in.

TNUSRB SI Notification 2026

The detailed TNUSRB SI Notification 2026, to be published in May 2026 on the official website www.tnusrb.tn.gov.in, will provide a breakdown of available vacancies for the Sub-Inspector posts. This document serves as the primary resource for candidates, detailing essential information including registration timelines, selection criteria, eligibility standards, and more.

TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026- Highlights

The Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB) will invite online applications from qualified graduates to fill various Sub-Inspector (SI) positions. This recruitment drive offers an excellent professional opportunity for dedicated candidates seeking a rewarding career within the Tamil Nadu Police force.

TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026: Overview
Organization Name	Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB)
Post Name	Sub Inspector (SI)
Vacancies	To be Announced
Mode of Registration	Online
Registration Dates	To be Notified
Educational Qualification	Bachelor’s Degree
Age Limit	20 to 30 years
Selection Process	Written Exam, PET, Certification Verification, Viva-voce
Application Fee	General Category: Rs. 500/- Departmental Candidates: Rs. 1000/-
Salary	Rs. 36,900 to Rs. 1,16,600/-
Job Location	Tamil Nadu
Official Website	https://www.tnusrb.tn.gov.in/

TNUSRB SI Notification 2026- Important Dates

The upcoming TNUSRB SI Notification 2026 is scheduled for release in May 2026, accompanied by a full registration calendar. We will monitor the board's announcements and provide real-time updates regarding all critical examination dates here.

Events	Dates
TNUSRB SI Notification release date	May 2026
Apply Online starts	--
Last Date to apply online	--
Last date to pay fee	--

TNUSRB SI Vacancy 2026

The Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB) will officially announce the total vacancy count for Sub-Inspector posts upon the release of the notification. In the meantime, candidates are encouraged to review previous years' recruitment data to understand current trends. 

Post Name	Male	Female	Total
Sub Inspector of Police (Taluk)	654	279	933
Sub Inspector of Police (Armed Reserve)	255	111	366
Total	909	390	1299

TNUSRB SI Vacancy (Previous Year)- Quota Wise

TNUSRB SI Vacancy 2026
Quota	Taluk		Armen Reserve
	Men	Women	Men	Women
Open Quota	419	179	164	71
Departmental Quota	131	56	51	22
Open – Executive Wards Quota	47	20	18	08
Open – Ministerial Wards Quota	05	02	02	01
Open – Sports Quota	36	15	14	06
Meritorious Sports Persons Quota	16	07	06	03

TNUSRB SI Online Application Form 2026

Once the official notification is live, the application portal at www.tnusrb.tn.gov.in will open for the TNUSRB SI Exam 2026. Applicants must exercise caution while submitting their details, as any inaccuracies or false information may result in the automatic rejection of their application.

TNUSRB SI Application Fee 2026

Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable application fee as part of the submission process. Payment can be made through various channels, including online modes (net banking, credit/debit cards) or offline via State Bank of India cash challans.

TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Category	Examination Fee
General Candidates	Rs. 500/-
Departmental Candidates (For both Open & Departmental Quota)	Rs. 1000/-

TNUSRB SI Eligibility Criteria 2026

To participate, applicants must strictly adhere to the TNUSRB SI Eligibility Criteria. Candidates will be assessed based on their educational background and age limit requirements. 

Educational Qualification

• The candidates must have completed a bachelor’s degree obtained from any institution/university recognised by the UGC or the government.
• Candidates who have obtained bachelor’s degrees through open universities.
• The Bachelor’s Degree should have been obtained in the following patterns -
  a) After completion of SSLC and Higher Secondary course in the order of 10+2+3 / 4 / 5 pattern (OR)
  b) After completion of SSLC and Diploma in the order of 10+3+2 / 10+3+3 pattern (OR)
  c) After completion of SSLC and 2 years ITI in the order of 10+2+3 pattern

Age Limit 

To be eligible for the TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026, candidates must be at least 20 years old and not exceed the maximum age limit of 30 years as of the specified cutoff date. 

Category	Upper Age Relaxation
BC/BCM/MBC/DNC	32 years
SC/ST/SC(A)	35 years
Transgender	35 years
Destitute Widow	37 years
ESM/Ex-personnel of Central Para-military Forces/Serving personnel who are going to retire within one year from the last date of receipt of online application	47 years
Departmental candidates appearing for departmental quota	47 years

Tamil Nadu SI Recruitment 2026 Physical Parameters

We have outlined the specific physical standards and requirements essential for the Tamil Nadu SI Physical Efficiency Test (PET) to help candidates prepare effectively.

TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026 Physical Measurements
Category	Men	Women & Transgender
OC, Backward Class, BC(M), Most Backwards Class/DNC	170 cm	159 cm
SC, SC (A), ST	167 cm	157 cm
TNUSRB SI Chest Measurements (For Male Candidates only)
Category	Chest	Minimum Expansion
General	81cm	5cm
Ex-servicemen/Ex. CPMF / Serving persons who are going to retire within one year	Exempt from PMT

TNUSRB SI Physical Test Details 2026 - Click to Check

TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for Sub-Inspector (SI) posts is rigorous and evaluates candidates based on their performance across several distinct stages. 

• Tamil Eligibility Test
• Main Written Examination
• PET (Physical Examination Test) [No PET for Departmental Candidates]
• Viva-voce
• Special Marks

TNUSRB SI Selection Stages
Sl. No.	Stages	Open Quota Examination	Departmental Examination
1	Tamil Eligibility Test	100 marks
2	Main Written Examination	70 marks	85 marks
3	Physical Efficiency Test	15 marks	Exempted
4	Viva-voce	10 Marks	10 Marks
5	Special Marks	5 marks	5 marks
Total		100 Marks	100 Marks

TNUSRB SI 2026 Exam Pattern

For Open Candidates

• The written exam comprises two parts: Part 1 for the Tamil Eligibility Test and Part 2 for the Mains Written Exam.
• Candidates must score 40 marks in Part 1 (the Tamil eligibility test) and 25 marks (35%) in Part 2.
• The duration of Part 1 is 1 hour 40 minutes, and the duration of Part 2 is 2½ hours.
• The Tamil Eligibility Test is qualifying in nature, while the Main Written Examination is scoring.

TNUSRB SI Exam Pattern 2026
Parts	Subjects		Questions	Marks	Duration
Part I	Tamil Eligibility Test		100	100	1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes)
Part II	Main Written Examination	General Knowledge	80	40	2.5 hours (150 minutes)
		Logical Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Psychology Test, Communication Skills and Information Handling Ability	60	30

For Departmental Candidates

• The written exam comprises two parts: Part 1 for the Tamil Eligibility Test and Part 2 for the Mains Written Exam.
• Candidates must score 40 marks in Part 1 (the Tamil eligibility test) and 30 marks (35%) in Part 2.
• The duration of Part 1 is 1 hour 40 minutes and the duration of Part 2 is 3 hours.
• The Tamil Eligibility Test is qualifying in nature, while the Main Written Examination is scoring.

TNUSRB SI Exam Pattern 2026
Parts	Subjects		Questions	Marks	Duration
Part I	Tamil Eligibility Test		100	100	1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes)
Part II	Main Written Examination	General Knowledge	30	15	3 hours (180 minutes)
		Communication Skills, Numerical Skills, Logical Analysis and Information Handling Ability. Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), Police Standing Orders and Police Administration	140	70

TNUSRB SI Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026: Click to Check

TNUSRB SI Salary Structure

Selected Sub-Inspectors are entitled to a competitive salary package, with a basic pay scale ranging from Rs. 36,900 to Rs. 1,16,600 per month. Additionally, officers receive allowances such as House Rent Allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), medical benefits, and Provident Fund (PF) coverage.

TNUSRB SI 2026 Salary
Post	Pay Level	Grade Pay	Pay Scale
TNUSRB SI Salary	Level - 04	2,400/-	Rs. 36,900/- to Rs. 1,16,600/- per month

TNUSRB SI 2026 Cut Off 

The official cut-off marks for both the Tamil language paper and the main written exam will be published on the TNUSRB website post-examination. Successful qualifiers will proceed to the Physical Efficiency Test, with the final cut-off finalized following document verification.

TNUSRB SI Cut Off (Previous Year)- Click to Check

TNUSRB SI Salary 2026: Click to Check

TNURSB SI Previous Year Question Papers - Click to Check