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TNPSC Group 1 Syllabus 2027
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission Group 1
TNPSC (Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission)Offline (Pen & Paper)Once a year
Total Questions200
Duration180 min
Total Marks300
Marking Scheme+1.5 for correct, no negative marking
Exam Pattern
| # | Subject / Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Studies | 100 | 150 |
| 2 | Tamil Language & Literature (Aptitude in Tamil) | 100 | 150 |
| Total | 200 | 300 | |
Syllabus by Subject
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General Studies
Key topics covered as per the official TNPSC Group 1 syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for General Studies.
View General Studies Syllabus →T
Tamil Language & Literature (Aptitude in Tamil)
Key topics covered as per the official TNPSC Group 1 syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Tamil Language & Literature (Aptitude in Tamil).
View Tamil Language & Literature (Aptitude in Tamil) Syllabus →Eligibility & Attempts
EEligibility Criteria
Graduate degree, age 20-42 years
ANumber of Attempts
No limit till age
Exam Schedule
Frequency
Once a year
Next Exam Date
January 2028
Registration Opens
September 2027
Preparation Tips
- 1Tamil Nadu history (Chola Dynasty, Pallava, Sangam literature) carries significant weightage in TNPSC — master this thoroughly
- 2No negative marking is a major advantage — attempt all 200 questions without hesitation
- 3Tamil Language component is mandatory — even non-native speakers must learn basic Tamil grammar and vocabulary
- 4Current affairs specific to Tamil Nadu (budget, welfare schemes, Chennai infrastructure) are heavily tested in Mains
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