Every year, thousands of aspirants appear for the Tamil Nadu TRB PG Assistant (PG TRB) Examination with the dream of securing a government teaching position for Classes XI and XII.
While many candidates clear the written examination successfully, a significant number face rejection during the Certificate Verification (CV) stage due to eligibility issues.
Recently, the Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TN TRB) released a provisional selection list after certificate verification, clearly mentioning the reasons for ineligibility for rejected candidates.
Unfortunately, many aspirants are unaware of these rules until it is too late.
This blog explains, in detail, the exact reasons why candidates were declared ineligible in the PG TRB exam, how these mistakes can be avoided, and what future aspirants must do to ensure 100% eligibility.
Whether you have already written the PG TRB exam or are planning to apply in the future, this guide will help you make informed decisions and avoid costly errors.
The PG TRB examination is conducted to recruit Post Graduate Assistants for teaching Classes XI and XII in Tamil Nadu government schools. Clearing the written exam alone does not guarantee selection.
The Certificate Verification (CV) stage is equally important. During CV:
Even a small mismatch between your application and certificates can lead to direct rejection, irrespective of your exam score.
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One of the most common reasons for rejection is holding an improper undergraduate degree.
Candidates who completed their UG degree as a cross major or did not follow the degree structure prescribed in the PG TRB notification are declared ineligible.
For example:
📌 Key Point:
Even if you have a valid PG degree, your UG degree must strictly match TRB eligibility rules.
Candidates who completed UG and PG simultaneously (at the same time) are not eligible for PG TRB recruitment.
TN TRB clearly states that:
Many candidates unknowingly pursue PG while completing UG, assuming it will be accepted later—but this leads to rejection.
📌 Important Warning:
This is considered a permanent ineligibility. Such candidates will remain ineligible for future PG TRB exams as well.
The PSTM (Persons Studied in Tamil Medium) category offers reservation benefits, but it also comes with strict conditions.
Candidates are declared ineligible if:
Additionally, PSTM candidates must satisfy medium of study conditions, which are verified during CV.
📌 Key Clarification:
PSTM candidates are compared only within the PSTM category, not with general candidates.
Equivalence plays a major role in PG TRB eligibility, especially for subjects like:
If your UG or PG degree is not recognized as equivalent by the TN TRB equivalence committee, your application will be rejected—even if:
📌 Best Practice:
Always verify equivalence and obtain the official equivalence certificate before starting exam preparation, not after selection.
Candidates who are already working or qualified as Secondary Grade Teachers (SGT) are eligible under a separate category with a different cut-off.
However, rejection occurs when:
Such false or incorrect category claims result in immediate rejection.
📌 Reminder:
Category selection must reflect your actual service and qualification status, not an assumption.
PwD candidates must submit:
Rejection occurs if:
📌 Tip:
Always cross-check PwD guidelines mentioned in the official notification.
To be eligible under PSTM, candidates must have completed:
Entirely in Tamil Medium.
If even one stage (10th, 12th, UG, or PG) was studied in English Medium, and the candidate applied under PSTM, the application will be rejected.
📌 Common Mistake:
Many candidates studied only school education in Tamil medium but UG/PG in English medium—this does not qualify for PSTM.
No. Ineligibility reasons fall into two categories:
These candidates cannot apply again for PG TRB.
Such candidates can apply again in future exams with correct documents.
The biggest reason is application mistakes, not lack of knowledge or preparation.
Common errors include:
📌 Truth:
Most rejections can be avoided with proper guidance and awareness.
Before applying:
At Professor Academy, we strongly advise candidates to check eligibility first, then prepare—not the other way around.
The PG TRB examination is not just about scoring marks—it is about meeting eligibility with precision.
Understanding the reasons behind candidate rejection can save you years of effort, time, and emotional stress.
If you are preparing for PG TRB or planning to apply in the future, take this information seriously. One correct decision during application can secure your teaching career.
Prepare smart. Apply correctly. Succeed confidently.
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