TNPSC CTS Syllabus 2026 - Download PDF & Exam Pattern
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Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has published the TNPSC CTS Syllabus 2026 - Download PDF & Exam Pattern for candidates preparing for the examination. The subject-wise syllabus, exam pattern and other key details from the official release are summarised in the tables on this page. Use the official direct link below to access the original document.
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How to Use the Syllabus
- Go through the subject-wise tables below and note the scope of each topic.
- Plan your preparation according to the latest syllabus and the official exam pattern.
- Refer to the official link for the original document and for any future revision.
- Solve previous years papers to understand the question style.
Important Details
| Conducting Body | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Engineer (Civil/Mech./Electrical), Environmental Scientist, Project Officer & Others |
| Total Vacancies | 461 Posts |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Exam Type | Objective (MCQ) |
| Number of Papers | 2 (Paper I & Paper II) |
| Total Marks | Paper I: 150 |
| Exam Duration | Paper I: 3 Hours |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 Mark |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Interview (for Interview Posts) |
| Exam Language | English / Tamil |
| Official Website | tnpsc.gov.in |
Subject-wise Syllabus
| Paper No. | Subject | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper – I | Tamil Eligibility Test | 100 | 150 | 3 Hours |
| General Studies | 75 | |||
| Aptitude & Mental Ability Test | 25 | |||
| Paper – II | Subject Paper (Technical) | 200 | 300 | 3 Hours |
Subject-wise Syllabus
| Subject | Recommended Books | Author/Publication |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | TNPSC General Studies Manual | Various / Arihant |
| Aptitude & Reasoning | Quantitative Aptitude | R.S. Aggarwal |
| Tamil Eligibility | TNPSC Tamil Books (SSLC Level) | Standard Tamil Books |
| Technical Subject | Subject-specific Degree Level Books | As per Branch |
| Current Affairs | Manorama Yearbook / Pratiyogita Darpan | Various |
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