Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TN TRB) has officially released TN TRB Assistant Professor Notification 2025 for the direct recruitment of 2708 Assistant Professors in Government Arts & Science Colleges and Government Education Colleges. Candidates satisfying the eligibility criteria can apply online through the official website from 17 October 2025 to 10 November 2025. TN TRB Assistant Professor Exam will be conducted on 20th December 2025 (tentative). Details related to TN TRB Assistant Professor Notification 2025 with eligibility and online application are given below.
TN TRB Assistant Professor Notification 2025: Overview
Tamil Nadu Teacher Recruitment Board (TN TRB) has released the big recruitment for Assistant Professor post with 2708 vacancies this year. This recruitment is being conducted as per the provisions mentioned in GO(MS). No. 230, Higher Education (F2) Department, dated 06.10.2025. Candidates who had previously applied under Notification No. 12/2019 or No. 02/2024 are eligible for fee exemption and age relaxation under this new recruitment drive. TN TRB Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025 overview is given below.
| Description | Description |
|---|---|
| governing authority | Tamil Nadu Teacher Recruitment Board (TN TRB) |
| post name | assistant professor |
| Service | Tamil Nadu Collegiate Educational Service |
| total vacancies | 2708 |
| pay scale | ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 (Level 10) |
| notification date | 16 October 2025 |
| application mode | Online |
| official website | www.trb.tn.gov.in |
| total topic | 61 |
| Postal Kode | 25asc |
| Exam Date (Tentative) | 20 December 2025 |
TN TRB Assistant Professor Recruitment Schedule
TN TRB Assistant Professor Notification 2025 provides a golden opportunity for interested academicians to serve in the government colleges of Tamil Nadu. With 2708 vacancies across 61 subjects, this is one of the biggest recruitment drives in higher education this year. Candidates are advised to read the notification carefully, prepare well for the written examination and apply before 10th November 2025 to avoid last minute problems.
| events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Date of issue of notification | 16 October 2025 |
| online application start date | 17 October 2025 |
| Last date to apply online | 10 November 2025 |
| Edit Options Window | 11 – 13 November 2025 |
| Written Exam Date (Tentative) | 20 December 2025 |
| interview date | to be announced later |
TN TRB Assistant Professor Notification 2025 PDF
The official TN TRB Assistant Professor Notification 2025 PDF contains all the details about eligibility, reservation, exam scheme, syllabus and application procedures. Candidates are advised to read the notification carefully before applying to ensure that they fulfill all the essential conditions.
TN TRB Assistant Professor Application Form 2025
TN TRB Assistant Professor Application Form 2025 is available online on the official portal. The entire TN TRB Assistant Professor application process, from registration to document upload and fee payment, is conducted digitally. Candidates must ensure that all the information given in the application is accurate, as no changes will be allowed after the submission deadline. The last date for submission of online application form is 10 November 2025, and the editing window for corrections if necessary will be open from 11 to 13 November 2025.
Click here to apply for TN TRB Assistant Professor Application Form
Steps to Apply for TN TRB Assistant Professor Notification 2025
- Visit the official website –
- Click on “Apply Online for Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025”.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill all the required details including educational qualification and category.
- Upload scanned copies of documents like mark sheets, certificates and ID proofs.
- Pay the application fee through online payment gateway.
- Review the application and submit it.
- Take a printout of the finally submitted application for future reference.
TN TRB Assistant Professor Application Fee
TN TRB Assistant Professor application fee category wise is given below. Fee has to be paid online through net banking, debit card or credit card. No offline payment modes like demand draft or postal order are accepted. Fees once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
| Social class | examination fee |
|---|---|
| general/other | ₹600/- |
| SC/SCA/ST/PWD Candidates | ₹300/- |
| Candidates applied in earlier notifications (2019 and 2024) | fee waiver |
TN TRB Assistant Professor Eligibility Criteria
Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TN TRB) has set specific eligibility criteria for candidates applying for Assistant Professor posts in Government Arts and Science Colleges and Colleges of Education. Candidates must meet the educational qualification, age limit and language proficiency requirements as per the official notification. A detailed overview of TN TRB Assistant Professor Eligibility Criteria 2025 including qualification, age limit and other important conditions is given below.
| Description | Description |
|---|---|
| Educational qualification |
|
| age limit | Maximum age limit: 57 years (as on 1 July 2025). Candidates who had earlier applied under Notification No. 12/2019 or No. 02/2024 are entitled to age relaxation as per GO(MS) No. 231, dated 06.10.2025. |
| age relaxation | Age relaxation for reserved category candidates is applicable as per Tamil Nadu Government norms. |
| language requirement | Candidates must have studied Tamil as a language in class 10th or 12th; Otherwise, they must pass the Tamil Language Test conducted by TNPSC within two years of appointment. |
| other requirements | Candidates must satisfy the UGC norms and have good academic records. Experience in teaching or research will be an added advantage. |
| Reservation | Applicable for SC, ST, MBC, BC and other reserved categories as per Tamil Nadu Government rules and regulations. |
TN TRB Assistant Professor Salary
Candidates selected under TN TRB Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025 for the post of Assistant Professor will be placed under Level 10 of the pay matrix, salary Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 1,82,400 per month. It includes various allowances and benefits as per the service norms of the Government of Tamil Nadu, making it an attractive career opportunity for qualified teachers.
TN TRB Assistant Professor Selection Process
The selection process for TN TRB Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025 consists of three major stages i.e. written examination, experience weightage and interview.
| Sl.No. No. | Description | exam hours | number of questions | Each question bears | maximum marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Written Examination and Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) – Post Graduate Standard | 200 | |||
| Paper-I | 3 hours (am) | 150 | 1.5 points | 150 | |
| Multiple Choice Questions Part – A: Compulsory Tamil (Part-B of Paper-I and Paper-II will be evaluated only if the candidates obtain the minimum marks) 40% marks in Part-A of Paper-I (Qualifying Paper) |
30 | 20×2=40 marks, 10×1=10 marks | Total 50* marks | ||
| Part – B: On Selected Subject (All Questions Compulsory) | 100 | 1.5 points | 150 | ||
| Paper – II: Descriptive Type (On General Topics) | 1 hour (afternoon) | One essay-type question out of 5 | maximum 300 words | 50 | |
| 2 | Experience | Teaching experience with UGC-approved qualification (2 marks per academic year, maximum 15) | 15 | ||
| 3 | Interview | Evaluated on content, delivery and language | 15 | ||
| Total | 230 | ||||
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