TNPSC Group 1 Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 - Download PDF
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Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has published the TNPSC Group 1 Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 - Download PDF 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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- Solve previous years papers to understand the question style.
Important Details
| Exam Name | TNPSC Group 1 Exam 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Post Name | Group 1 Services |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| Exam Type | Prelims: Objective (MCQ) | Mains: Descriptive |
| Total Questions | Prelims: 200 |
| Total Marks | Prelims: 300 | Mains: 750 | Interview: 100 |
| Exam Duration | Prelims: 3 Hours | Mains: 3 Hours per paper |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking in Prelims |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam + Mains Exam + Interview |
| Exam Language | English & Tamil |
| Official Website | tnpsc.gov.in |
Subject-wise Syllabus
| Subject/Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies (Degree Standard) | 175 | 262.5 | 3 Hours |
| Aptitude & Mental Ability (SSLC Standard) | 25 | 37.5 | - |
| Total | 200 | 300 | 3 Hours |
Subject-wise Syllabus
| Subject/Section | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I: Tamil Eligibility Test (SSLC Standard) | 100 (Qualifying) | 3 Hours |
| General Studies Paper II | 250 | 3 Hours |
| General Studies Paper III | 250 | 3 Hours |
| General Studies Paper IV | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Total (Mains) | 750 | - |
Subject-wise Syllabus
| Subject | Recommended Books | Author/Publication |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | TNPSC Group 1 Guide | Various (McGraw Hill, etc.) |
| History & Culture | History of Tamil Nadu + Spectrum | NCERT + Spectrum |
| Aptitude & Reasoning | Quantitative Aptitude | R.S. Aggarwal |
| Tamil Nadu Specific | Tamil Nadu Year Book | - |
| Current Affairs | Monthly Magazines + The Hindu | - |
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