Introduction: TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2025 Overview
The Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB) invites online applications for the Direct Recruitment of Sub-Inspectors of Police (Taluk & Armed Reserve) for the year 2025. A total of 1299 regular vacancies plus 53 shortfall vacancies are available for eligible Men, Women, and Transgender candidates. The online application process commenced on April 7, 2025, and the deadline for submission is May 3, 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to join the Tamil Nadu Police Subordinate Service.
Organization Details: TNUSRB Hiring Sub-Inspectors
- Hiring Body: Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board (TNUSRB)
- Post Name: Sub-Inspector of Police (Taluk & Armed Reserve)
- Total Posts: 1299 + 53 Shortfall Vacancies
- Location: Tamil Nadu
- Official Website: tnusrb.tn.gov.in
TNUSRB SI Vacancy Breakdown 2025
The total vacancies are distributed between Taluk and Armed Reserve (AR) posts for Men and Women. Additionally, there are 53 shortfall vacancies specifically for Sub-Inspectors (Taluk).
| Post / Category | Vacancy Type | Total Vacancies |
| Sub-Inspectors of Police (Taluk) | Regular | 933 |
| Sub-Inspectors of Police (AR) | Regular | 366 |
| Total Regular Vacancies | 1299 | |
| SI (Taluk) – Scheduled Caste | Shortfall | 10 |
| SI (Taluk) – Scheduled Tribe | Shortfall | 43 |
| Total Shortfall Vacancies | 53 | |
| Grand Total (Regular + Shortfall) | 1352 |
Eligibility Criteria for TNUSRB SI 2025
Candidates must fulfill the following educational and age requirements:
- Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from any University recognized by UGC/Government obtained on or before the notification date (April 4, 2025).
- The degree should follow the pattern: 10+2+3/4/5 or 10+3+2 / 10+3+3 (Diploma) or 10+2+3 (ITI).
- Degrees obtained directly through Open Universities without following the specified patterns are not eligible.
- Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025):
- Minimum Age: 20 years.
- Maximum Age: 30 years (must have been born between 02.07.1995 and 01.07.2005).
- Age Relaxation: Applicable for reserved categories as follows:
- BC, BC(M), MBC/DNC: 32 years.
- SC, SC(A), ST: 35 years.
- Transgender: 35 years.
- Destitute Widow: 37 years.
- Ex-servicemen/Ex-personnel of CAPF (within 3 years of discharge): 47 years.
- Departmental Quota Candidates: 47 years (as on 01.07.2024).
TNUSRB SI Recruitment 2025: Important Dates
Keep track of these crucial dates:
| Event | Date |
| Date of Notification | 04.04.2025 |
| Commencement of Online Application | 07.04.2025 |
| Last date for submission of Online Application | 03.05.2025 |
| Last date for correction of Online Application | 13.05.2025 |
| Written Examination Date | To be announced |
Salary and Benefits: TNUSRB SI Pay Scale
Selected candidates for the post of Sub-Inspector of Police will be placed in the pay scale of Rs. 36,900 – 1,16,600/-. Additional allowances and benefits will be applicable as per Tamil Nadu Government rules.
Selection Process: TNUSRB SI Recruitment Stages
The selection process involves multiple stages for both Open and Departmental Quota candidates:
For Open Quota Candidates:
- Tamil Language Eligibility Test (Qualifying): 100 marks, Objective type, 100 minutes duration. Minimum 40% marks required.
- Main Written Examination (70 Marks): Part A (GK – 40 Marks) & Part B (Logical/Numerical Analysis, Psychology, Communication, Info Handling – 30 Marks). Objective type, 2.5 hours duration. Minimum 35% marks required.
- Certificate Verification (CV):
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT) (Qualifying): Height and Chest measurements as per norms. Exempted for Ex-servicemen/Ex-CAPF.
- Endurance Test (ET) (Qualifying): Running event (1500m for Men/Ex-servicemen, 400m for Women).
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) (15 Marks): Includes events like Rope Climbing/Long Jump/Run for Men; Long Jump/Shotput or Ball Throw/Run for Women; Shotput/Long or High Jump/Run for Ex-servicemen.
- Viva-Voce (10 Marks):
- Special Marks (Max 5 Marks): For NCC/NSS/Sports certificates.
For Departmental Quota Candidates (20%):
- Tamil Language Eligibility Test (Qualifying): Same as Open Quota.
- Main Written Examination (85 Marks): Part A (GK – 15 Marks) & Part B (Communication, Numerical, Logical Skills, Info Handling, Law, Police Admin – 70 Marks). Objective type, 3 hours duration. Minimum 35% marks required.
- Certificate Verification (CV):
- Endurance Test (ET) (Qualifying): Same as Open Quota.
- Viva-Voce (10 Marks):
- Special Marks (Max 5 Marks): For medals in National Police Duty Meet.
Final selection list based on Main Written Exam, PET (for Open), Viva-Voce, and Special Marks, subject to reservation and verification.
How to Apply Online for TNUSRB SI Posts 2025
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official TNUSRB website only:
- Visit the official TNUSRB website.
- Find the link for “Direct Recruitment for the Posts of Sub-Inspectors of Police – 2025”.
- Read the notification and instructions carefully.
- Register or log in using your credentials.
- Fill in the online application form accurately with all required details.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, photograph, signature, and thumb impression as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review the application form before final submission.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Note: Departmental candidates eligible for both quotas should select the “BOTH” option in the single application. Meritorious Sports candidates (3% quota) should apply via the SDAT website: sdat.tn.gov.in/.
Application Fees
- For applying under Open or Departmental Quota: Rs. 500/-.
- For Departmental Candidates applying under BOTH Open and Departmental Quotas: Rs. 1000/-.
- Payment Mode: Online only (Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI).
Official Notification & Apply Link
- Download Official Notification PDF: TNUSRB SI Notification 2025
- Direct Online Application Link: Apply Here
- Official Website: TNUSRB Official Website
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