TNPSC
Description
The TNPSC Group 1 exam is a three-stage recruitment process (Prelims, Mains, Interview)
For prestigious Tamil Nadu state services like Deputy Collector and DSP, with salaries ranging from ₹56,100 to ₹2,05,700.
It requires a graduation degree, with a 3-hour objective Prelims (300 marks) and descriptive Mains (four papers).
Key Exam Details
Stages:
Preliminary Exam (screening),
Main Written Exam,
Oral Test (Interview).
Prelims Pattern:
200 objective-type questions (175 General Studies + 25 Aptitude) for 300 marks, 3-hour duration.
Mains Pattern:
Four descriptive papers: Tamil Eligibility Test (Paper I), General Studies I, II, & III (Papers II-IV).
Eligibility: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree and be within the age limit (usually 21–34 years, with relaxations for reserved categories).
Selection Process: Prelims act as a screening test (qualifying), and only the Mains and Interview marks determine the final merit list.
Syllabus & Subjects
Prelims: General Science, Current Affairs, History, Geography, Indian Polity, Economy, and Aptitude & Mental Ability.
Mains: Focused on General Studies (Indian History, Culture, Economy, Polity, Science, Technology, Tamil Society).
Application & Other Information
Mode: Online application via official website tnpsc.gov.in.
Official Website: https://www.tnpsc.gov.in/.
The TNPSC Group 2/2A Combined Civil Services Examination (CCSE-II)
Recruits for administrative/executive roles in Tamil Nadu state departments,
featuring a 200-question objective Preliminary exam, a descriptive Mains exam, and a 100-mark interview specifically for Group 2 positions.
Key Exam Details
Structure:
Preliminary (Screening), Main Written Exam, and No Interview
Prelims Pattern:
200 Questions (300 Marks/3 Hours) - General Studies (75), Aptitude (25), Languages (100).
Mains:
Consists of a Tamil Eligibility Test and a General Studies paper (Descriptive).
Eligibility:
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
Age Limit:
Generally 18–32 years (varies by post and category, no upper age limit for some SC/ST/BC categories).
Differences Between Group 2 and 2A
Group 2 (Interview Posts):
Involves interviews to select candidates for higher administrative positions.
Group 2A (Non-Interview Posts):
Strictly merit-based on written exam scores for clerical/office-based roles.
Exam Strategy & Syllabus
Syllabus:
Covers General Studies (History, Polity, Economy, Geography, Tamil Nadu History/Culture) and Aptitude/Mental Ability.
Language Option:
Candidates can choose General Tamil or General English for the prelims.
Qualifying Marks: A minimum score is required in the prelims to qualify for the mains.
The TNPSC Group 4 exam
is an objective, offline test for various Tamil Nadu government posts, featuring 200 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) across Tamil, General Studies, and Aptitude, with 300 total marks and a 3-hour duration, requiring at least 90 qualifying marks, followed by Document Verification. Eligibility generally requires SSLC or equivalent, with no attempt limits but age/criteria adherence, and posts include VAO, Junior Assistant, and Typist.
Exam Pattern & Subjects
Objective Type:
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
Total Questions:
200.
Total Marks:
300.
Duration:
3 Hours.
Subjects:
Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test (90 questions).
General Studies & Aptitude Test (110 questions).
Eligibility & Qualification
Educational Qualification:
Must have passed SSLC (10th standard) or its equivalent.
Age Limit:
Varies by category, check the official notification.
Attempts:
No limit on the number of attempts.
Selection Process
Written Test:
The main objective exam.
Document Verification (DV):
Candidates who clear the written test proceed to this stage.
Key Posts Available (Examples)
Village Administrative Officer (VAO)
Junior Assistant (Non-Security/Security)
Typist / Steno-Typist
Junior Revenue Inspector
Where to Find Official Details
Always refer to the official TNPSC website: tnpsc.gov.in for the latest notifications, syllabus, and dates.
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