Tripura PSC ATO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 220 Assistant Technical Officer Posts

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about TPSC Assistant Technical Officer Recruitment 2026

Find quick answers to common questions regarding the TPSC Assistant Technical Officer recruitment, covering vacancies, eligibility, application process, and more.

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for the TPSC Assistant Technical Officer post?

Ans: There are a total of 220 vacancies for the Assistant Technical Officer (Group-B, Gazetted) posts under the Tripura Public Service Commission.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for the TPSC Assistant Technical Officer Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The last date for submission of online applications is as per the official notification (upto 5.30 PM). Candidates are advised to check the official notification for the exact date.

Q3. What is the application fee for General candidates for this recruitment?

Ans: The application fee for General candidates is Rs. 350/-. For ST/SC/BPL card holders/Physically Handicapped candidates, the fee is Rs. 250/-.

Q4. What are the educational qualifications required for the Assistant Technical Officer post?

Ans: Candidates must have a Bachelor of Engineering/Technology (BE/B. Tech) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics and Communication, or Electronics & Telecommunications, OR a Master of Computer Application (MCA) from a recognized institute.

Q5. What is the selection process for the TPSC Assistant Technical Officer?

Ans: The selection process consists of two stages: a Written Examination of 170 marks (MCQ-based) and an Interview/Personality Test of 30 marks.

Q6. What is the age limit for applying to the TPSC Assistant Technical Officer posts?

Ans: Candidates must not be less than 18 years and not more than 40 years of age as on the cutoff date mentioned in the official notification. Age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for ST/SC/Physically Handicapped/Government employee candidates.

Q7. What is the salary for the Assistant Technical Officer position?

Ans: The salary for Assistant Technical Officer is Pay Band-3: Rs. 10230-34,800/-, with a Grade Pay of Rs. 4800/- (Level-13 of Tripura State Pay Matrix, 2018).

Q8. Is a Permanent Resident Certificate of Tripura (PRTC) mandatory?

Ans: Yes, to apply for the aforementioned posts, the applicant must have a Permanent Resident Certificate of Tripura (PRTC).

Q9. Will there be an application correction window?

Ans: Yes, a correction window will be open for 7 days from the closing day of online application submission to allow candidates to make corrections in their online application form.

Q10. Where can I find the detailed syllabus for the written examination?

Ans: The detailed Nature of the Examination and Syllabus can be found in Annexure-B & Annexure C on the official website of the Tripura Public Service Commission.