TNPSC Group 1 Selection Process 2024
The TNPSC Group 1 selection process 2024 will comprise three key stages – Prelims exam, Mains exam and Interview. The prelims exam aims to shortlist candidates for the mains. It tests general knowledge, aptitude and reasoning skills.
Candidates who qualify prelims can appear for the mains exam which will have papers on general English, Tamil language, ethics and essay. Finally, shortlisted candidates will be called for the personality test or interview round.
The final selection will be based on aggregated marks obtained in the mains and interview. The transparent TNPSC selection process tests the knowledge, aptitude and leadership qualities vital for administrative roles. Preparing diligently through the process can help aspirants succeed.
TNPSC Group 1 Selection Process 2024 Overview
Overview of the TNPSC Group 1 exam, its exam conducting authorities, exam pattern and marking scheme.
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Name of the Exam | TNPSC Group 1 2024 |
| TNPSC Group 1 Selection Process | Preliminary Exam Mains Exam Interview |
| Total Marks | Prelims – MCQ-based paper – 300 marks Mains – 3 descriptive papers – 750 marks Interview – 100 marks |
| Duration of Exam | Prelims: 3 hours Mains: 3 hours (for each paper) |
| Language of Exam | English, Tamil |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Job Location | Tamil Nadu |
| Official Website | tnpsc.gov.in |
TNPSC Group 1 – Apply Online 2024
TNPSC Group 1 Selection Process
Recruitment process of Tamil Nadu PSC for Group 1 is three stage process: Preliminary Test, Mains Test and Interview. Preliminary exam serves as screening test for mains exam. Final merit list is based on the score of mains and interview.
TNPSC Group 1 Selection Process: Prelims
TNPSC Group 1 Prelims exam is the first phase of the recruitment process.
- TNPSC Group 1 Prelims 2024 comprises two sections: General Studies and Aptitude & Mental Ability.
- The General Studies section contains 150 questions, while the Aptitude and Mental Ability section consist of 50 questions.
- Each question in the exam carries 1.5 marks, resulting in a total paper weightage of 300 marks.
- Candidates are allotted a total time of 180 minutes or 3 hours to complete the exam.
- There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
- The questions in the exam evaluate candidates’ knowledge in areas such as general knowledge, current affairs, logical reasoning, quantitative aptitude, and mental ability.
- The language medium for the Preliminary Exam is English and Telugu.
Group 1 TNPSC: Prelims Exam Pattern
| Subject | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| General Studies (Degree Standard) | 175 |
| Aptitude and Mental Ability (SSLC Standard) | 25 |
| Total | 200 |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Total Duration | 3 Hours |
Minimum Qualifying Marks for SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs /DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs) is 90 and for others 120.
TNPSC Group 1 Selection Process: Mains
The TNPSC Group 1 Mains exam 2024 is the second phase of the selection process which has three descriptive papers. The number of questions from each topic varies in the papers. Topics include:
- History
- Geography
- Polity
- Economy
- Science
- Current Affairs
Candidates have to write detailed answers to score high marks. Total marks for three papers is 750 and time duration for each paper is 3 hours.
Group 1 TNPSC: Mains Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Duration | Maximum Marks |
| Paper-I | Tamil Eligibility Test (SSLC Standard) (Descriptive Type) | 3 hours | 100 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks for SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs /DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs and others is 40.
| Paper | Subjects | Duration | Maximum Marks |
| Paper II | General Studies I | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper III | General Studies II | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper IV | General Studies III | 3 hours | 250 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks for SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs /DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs is 255 and for others 340.
TNPSC Group 1 Recruitment Process: Interview
The TNPSC Group 1 Personal Interview Round marks the final phase of the recruitment process, where candidates’ personality, communication skills, general knowledge, and understanding of diverse issues are assessed.
- Purpose: The interview aims to check candidates’ aptitude for administrative positions.
- Evaluation: Candidates are questioned on various parameters, and the interview carries a weightage of 100 marks.
- Question Focus: While questions may vary, they generally revolve around testing candidates’ suitability for administrative roles.
However, there are some important topics which the candidates must prepare as they are mostly discussed in the interview round.
- Personal interest
- Strengths and weaknesses
- Personal life experience
- Organisation and Tamil Nadu state
- Current affairs of Tamil Nadu state
- Candidates’ resume
- Applied post
- Situational Questions
- General Knowledge
It is required for candidates to attend all the papers of the Main Written Examination and the Interview. If a candidate misses any of the papers in the Main Written Examination, they won’t be considered for selection, even if they manage to score the minimum passing marks.
Frequently Asked Questions
The TNPSC Group 1 recruitment process comprises three stages; namely prelims, mains exam and personality test/interview round.
Prelims – 300 marks
Mains – 750 marks
Interview – 100 marks
Prelims – MCQ-based paper
Mains – Descriptive papers
Interview – Oral
Minimum Qualifying Marks for SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs /DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs) is 90 and for others 120.
For Paper I: Minimum Qualifying Marks for SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs /DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs and others is 40.
For Paper II: Minimum Qualifying Marks for SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs /DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs is 255 and for others 340.
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