Tripura PSC ATO (Assistant Technical Officer) Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 220 Posts

The Tripura Public Service Commission (TPSC) has officially announced the TPSC Assistant Technical Officer Recruitment 2026 through Advertisement No. 02/2026, inviting eligible candidates to apply for 220 vacancies of Assistant Technical Officer (ATO), a Group-B Gazetted post. This recruitment is being conducted on behalf of the Directorate of Information Technology, Department of Industries & Commerce (IT), Government of Tripura. This is a significant opportunity for engineering graduates and MCA holders from Tripura who are looking to build a rewarding career in the state's IT administration. The ATO posts are part of the newly framed Tripura Information Technology Service (ITS) Rules, 2025, which reflects the state government's focus on strengthening its digital infrastructure and governance capabilities. Candidates with a B.Tech/BE in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics and Communication, or Electronics & Telecommunications are eligible to apply. Those holding an MCA degree from a recognized institution can also apply. One important and mandatory requirement for all applicants is the possession of a valid Permanent Resident Certificate of Tripura (PRTC). Without this certificate, no candidate will be considered eligible regardless of academic qualifications. The selection procedure involves two stages. In the first stage, candidates will appear for a written examination worth 170 marks, consisting of two OMR-based MCQ papers — a General Ability Test (50 marks) and a Job Oriented Technical Paper (120 marks). The second stage is an Interview or Personality Test carrying 30 marks. The final merit list will be prepared by combining scores from both stages. The written exam covers a wide range of technical topics including Data Structures, Algorithms, Operating Systems, Computer Networks, Databases, Web Technologies, Cyber Security, Cloud Computing, and more. The General Ability section tests English proficiency, logical reasoning, and general knowledge with special focus on Tripura and Northeast India. The pay scale for selected candidates is Pay Band-3 with a Grade Pay of Rs. 4,800/- under the Tripura State Pay Matrix 2018 (Level-13), which translates to a respectable monthly salary package for a state government position. The posts also come with standard government benefits including DA, HRA, and other allowances as applicable. The entire application process is online through the official TPSC portal at tpsc.tripura.gov.in. First-time applicants need to complete a One Time Profile Registration (OTPR) before filling out the application. The online window remains open from 12th May 2026 to 5th June 2026 up to 5:30 PM. A 7-day correction window will also be available after the closing date for making changes to the submitted application. For reserved category candidates including SC, ST, Physically Handicapped, and BPL Card holders, both the application fee and the qualifying marks are lower, making this recruitment inclusive and accessible to a wider section of eligible candidates. Out of the total 220 posts, 9 are reserved for Physically Handicapped candidates spread across four sub-categories. This TPSC ATO Recruitment 2026 is ideal for fresh graduates and experienced IT professionals from Tripura looking to serve the state government in a technical and administrative capacity. Candidates are advised to download the official notification PDF from tpsc.tripura.gov.in and carefully go through all eligibility conditions before applying online.