Tamil Nadu Police Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for Constable, SI & More | Latest Vacancy, Eligibility & Exam Dates

Tamil Nadu Police Recruitment 2025

TN Police Recruitment 2025 openings for Constable, SI, Jail Warder etc. Start applying online for various posts with full details on eligibility, physical tests, vacancies, fee, and exam schedule.

TNUSRB Police Constable Vacancy

*Note: 21 posts are reserved for Scheduled Tribes (ST) under backlog vacancies.

Total vacancies: 3644 + 21* (including backlog for Scheduled Tribes)

Tamil Nadu Police Recruitment 2025

Educational Qualification

• Minimum qualification is generally 10th pass (SSLC) or 12th pass depending on the post.
• Candidates must have completed the prescribed academic qualification through Tamil medium education to avail special Tamil medium reservation.

Age Limit (As on 01/07/2025)

• General (OC): 18 to 26 years (Born between 02/07/1999 and 01/07/2007)
• Backward Class (BC), Backward Class Muslim (BCM), Most Backward Class / Denotified Communities (MBC/DNC): 18 to 28 years (Born between 02/07/1997 and 01/07/2007)
• Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Caste Arunthathiyar (SC(A)), Scheduled Tribe (ST): 18 to 31 years (Born between 02/07/1994 and 01/07/2007)
• Women: Same as SC/ST, 18 to 31 years
• Destitute Widow: Up to 37 years
• Ex-servicemen: Up to 47 years

Physical Standards (Varies by Category)

• Height and chest measurements vary as per communal/religious categories; for example:
  • OC/BC/MBC male candidates: Minimum 170 cm height, chest 81 cm with 5 cm expansion
  • SC/ST and others have relaxed standards. Minimum 167 cm height, chest 81 cm with 5 cm expansion
• Women candidates have category-appropriate standards as well.
• Minimum 154 cm height, chest  note requried

Physical Efficiency Test (Qualifying)

• Tasks like running 100m and 400m, long jump, and shot put are to be completed within prescribed time/distance norms as per gender and category.

Medical Fitness

• Candidates must be physically and mentally fit and free from any disabilities.
• No knock knees, bow legs, flat feet, or any morbid conditions affecting vision or hearing.
• Candidates should have normal color vision and distant/near vision without any critical eye surgeries (e.g., LASIK).

Special Reservations

• 7% Sports Quota and 3% Meritorious Sports Quota with relaxed eligibility criteria in some cases.
• 10% reservation for women candidates.
• Reservation for Tamil medium educated candidates and certain other special categories.

Additional Eligibility Notes

• Candidates must satisfy all minimum qualifications prescribed for the post they apply to.
• Residency: Candidate must be a resident of Tamil Nadu for at least 5 years prior to application.
• Particular documents certifying Tamil medium study, sports achievements, and caste certificates are mandatory.

These eligibility criteria ensure candidates meet educational, age, physical, and medical standards set by Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board for the 2025 police recruitment drive.

• General / Unreserved Category: ₹250/-
• Other Categories / Reserved Groups: Fee may vary as per government norms and specific category rules.
• Payment Modes: Online payment options include Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card (Rupay Card only), and UPI.
• Note: Application fee payment should be done within the prescribed dates to avoid rejection of the application. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Candidates need to pay the application fee through the official online portal during the application process.

Tamil Nadu Police SI Eligibility 2025

1. Written Examination

• Conducted for all categories except meritorious sports quota candidates who are exempted from this exam.
• Objective type questions test general knowledge, reasoning, and related subjects.

2. Physical Measurement Test (PMT)

• Candidates must meet the prescribed physical standards of height, chest measurement (for men), and weight as per their respective categories.

3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

• Qualifying nature test that includes:
  • 100 meter and 400 meter running within specified times
  • Long jump and shot put for some posts
• Candidates must clear minimum qualifying marks.

4. Medical Examination

• Physical and medical fitness is verified by a medical board.
• Candidates must be free from disabilities, diseases, and must have good eyesight and hearing.
• Color blindness or any other disqualifying conditions will result in rejection.

5. Character and Antecedent Verification

• Police verification of candidate's background and character is mandatory..

6. Final Selection

• Based on merit in written exam, physical tests, medical fitness, and verification combined with category-wise reservation.
• For sports quota, selection is based on marks assigned by the Sports Development Authority plus physical and medical clearance.

7. Training

• Selected candidates undergo police training at Police Training Institute.
• Seniority is fixed as per year of selection and performance in training.

This comprehensive selection process ensures transparency, meritocracy, and fitness of candidates for serving in Tamil Nadu Police, including special routes for meritorious sports persons.

Tamil Nadu Police Recruitment 2025

• Women Reservation: 10% reservation for women candidates is implemented in respective posts as per government norms. Women constables are especially recruited in Tamil Nadu Special Police units.
• Sports Quota:
  • 7% of vacancies are reserved under the Sports Quota for candidates with recognized sports achievements.
  • An additional 3% reservation is designated for meritorious sports persons under a special quota governed by the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu.
• Tamil Medium Reservation: Special reservation and priority are provided to candidates educated in Tamil medium schools.
• Single Point Entry Scheme: Recruitment to Tamil Nadu Special Police follows a single-point entry; recruits undergo training in Armed Police Battalions and then can be transferred to District Armed Reserve or Taluk Police stations.
• Age Relaxations: Age relaxations are provided to reserved category candidates, ex-servicemen, destitute widows, and meritorious sports persons as per government rules.
• Physical Standards: Vary for different communal categories and gender, ensuring fairness and inclusivity.
• Reservation Categories: Reservations are applied across Open Category, Backward Class, Most Backward Class, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and other special categories as per Tamil Nadu government policy.
• Medical Fitness: Candidates must pass a thorough medical examination, including eyesight, hearing, and overall physical and mental health assessments.
• Ex-Servicemen: Special age relaxation and reservation benefits are applicable for Ex-servicemen.
• Document Verification: Strict verification of caste, education (especially Tamil medium proof), and sports certificates is mandatory to confirm eligibility.
• Application Correction: Provision for online correction of application details is allowed during specified dates.

These key facts highlight the recruitment’s focus on inclusivity, merit, and adherence to statutory reservation norms for the Tamil Nadu Police Recruitment 2025.

Apply for Tamil Nadu Police Recruitment 2025

1. Visit the Official Website:
   Go to the Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB) official portal:
   https://www.tnusrb.tn.gov.in
2. Registration:
   • Register yourself by providing basic details to generate a User ID and Password.
   • Candidates already registered can directly log in using their credentials.
3. Online Application Form:
   • Fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and category details.
   • Upload scanned copies of required documents such as photograph, signature, caste certificate, educational qualification certificates, Tamil medium certificate (if applicable), and sports certificates (if applying under sports quota).
4. Application Fee Payment:
   • Pay the application fee online through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card (Rupay only), or UPI as per your category.
   • Ensure the payment is completed within the stipulated dates (before the last fee date).
5. Review and Submit:
   • Double-check all entered details for correctness.
   • Submit the application form online.
6. Print Application:
   • After successful submission, take a printout of the filled application form and fee receipt for future reference.
7. Correction Facility:
   • A limited window is provided for correction or modification of application details after submission (dates specified in the notification).

Important Tips

• Keep a valid and active email ID and mobile number for communication and updates.
• Only apply through the official TNUSRB website; applications via other means are not accepted.
• Avoid multiple applications to prevent disqualification.

Following these steps will ensure your application for Tamil Nadu Police Recruitment 2025 is successfully completed.