Rachit Kumar SaxenaManager-Editorial
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission released the TNPSC Group 2 and Group 2A result on its official website - tnpsc.gov.in. The Commission released the TNPSC Group 2 result pdf on December 12, 2024. The Commission released the roll numbers of the selected candidates in the TNPSC Group 2 result pdf 2024. The Commission released two results pdfs. The Commission conducted the TNPSC Group 2 prelims exam on September 14, 2024. The candidates should note that the TNPSC Group 2 main exam will be conducted in a pen-and-paper mode. The Commission will also release the TNPSC Group 2 main exam dates. The Commission will conduct the TNPSC Group 2 main exam on February 2, 2025. The TNPSC Group 2 answer key was released online only on September 24, 2024. The candidates should note that the last date for TNPSC Group 2 online application was July 19, 2024. The Commission notified 2,327 TNPSC Group 2 Vacancies for the exam.
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission released the TNPSC Group 2 2025 notification and exam dates in its exam calendar. The TNPSC Group 2 notification 2025 will be released on July 15, 2025. The Commission is expected to provide a month to fill out the TNPSC Group 2 application form 2025. The TNPSC Group 2 exam 2025 is planned to be conducted on September 28, 2025.
Q: When will TNPSC Group 2 Result be declared?
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission released theTNPSC Group 2 result 2024 on its official website - tnpsc.gov.in. The Commission conducted the TNPSC Group 2 exam on September 14, 2024. The Commission released the TNPSC Group 2 answer key 2024 on September 24, 2024.
The candidates should note that Commission will release the register number of the candidates in the official result pdf. The candidates are suggested to download the TNPSC Group 2 result pdf for future reference.
TNPSC Group 4 2024 notification was released in June 2024.
Q: What is the difference between TNPSC Group 2 and Group 2a?
The TNPSC Group 2 exam is a combined civil services exam for various posts. These posts can be divided into two categories.
- Group 2 posts require interview
- Group 2A posts do not require an interview
The TNPSC Group 2A post has no interview in the selection process. The candidates need to appear in the TNPSC Group 2 interview if they opt for Group 2 posts.
Q: Is TNPSC Group 2 Result 2022 released?
Yes, the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has released the TNPSC Group 2 Prelims Result 2024 on September 11, 2024. The Commission released the result under the candidate's log in. The candidates are suggested to check their result on the official website by entering their Registration Number, Date of Birth and Captcha code.
The Commission will soon release the main exam dates for the TNPSC Group 2 exam 2022 ( Non- Interview Posts).
Q: Is the TNPSC Group 2 Hall Ticket Released?
Yes, the TNPSC Group 2 hall ticket has been released online on September 4, 2024. The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission will conduct the TNPSC Group 2 prelims exam on September 14, 2024. The Commission informed the candidates about their exam centre, shift timing and reporting time through the official TNPSC Group 2 admit card.
The Commission is expected to release the TNPSC Group 2 answer key by September 20, 2024.
- TNPSC Group 2 Results
- TNPSC Group 2 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule
- TNPSC Group - 2 Hall Ticket
- What is TNPSC Group 2?
- TNPSC Group 2 2024 Exam
- TNPSC Group 2 Answer Key
- TNPSC Group 2 2024 Notification
- TNPSC Group 2 Cut off
- TNPSC Group 2 Eligibility
- TNPSC Group 2 Vacancies
- TNPSC Group 2 Selection Process
- TNPSC Group 2 Exam Centre
- TNPSC Group 2 Syllabus
- TNPSC Group-2 Syllabus - Preliminary Exam
- TNPSC Group 2 Exam Pattern (Revised)
- TNPSC Group 2 Preparation
- TNPSC Group 2 Mock Test and Question Paper
- TNPSC Group-2 Counselling
- TNPSC Group 2 2024 Contact Information
- TNPSC Group 2 2024 FAQs
TNPSC Group 2 Results
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission released the TNPSC Group 2 result soon on its official website - tnpsc.gov.in. The Commission conducted the TNPSC Group 2 prelims exam on September 14, 2024. The Commission released the TNPSC Group 2 answer key 2024 on September 24, 2024.
Q: What is the date of the TNPSC Group 2 Result 2024?
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission is expected to release TNPSC Group 2 result 2024 in November 2024. The Commission released the TNPSC Group 2 notification 2024 in June. As per the revised official exam calendar, the TNPSC Group 2 exam notification was released on June 17, 2024. The Commission conducted the TNPSC Group 2 prelims exam 2024 on September 14, 2024.
The Commission released the TNPSC Group 2 answer key on September 24, 2024.
Q: When was the TNPSC Group 2 prelims result 2022 declared?
Q: What is the expected date of TNPSC Group 2 Main exam result?
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission is expected to conduct the TNPSC Group 2 main exam in November 2024. The Commission is expected to take 6 months to announce the TNPSC Group 2 result 2024. The Commission will mention the roll number and the names of the candidates who will be qualified for the interview process. The Commission selects the candidates in the ratio of 1: 3 for the interview phase.
TNPSC Group 2 main result 2022 was released online only. The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) group 2 main exam was conducted offline on February 25, 2023, across the state at 186 examination centres. The Commission released the roll numbers of the qualified candidates. The Commission is expected to release the tentative answer key within a fortnight of the exam.
Q: Where can I get TNPSC Group 4 result link?
Here's a simple guide to help you check your TNPSC Group 4 Result 2024 easily:
Visit the official TNPSC website at www.tnpsc.gov.in.
On the homepage, find the “Latest Results/Result Declaration Schedule” section and click on it.
A list of posts with announced results will appear.
Click on the TNPSC Group 4 result link.
TNPSC Group 2 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of TNPSC Group 2 2024 exam
Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
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02 Feb '25 | TNPSC Group 2 Main Exam 2024 |
23 Feb '25 | TNPSC Group 2 Main Exam 2024 Objective |
Dates | Past Exam Dates |
Sep '24 | TNPSC Group 2 Prelims Answer Key 2024 |
14 Sep '24 | TNPSC Group 2 Exam Date |
Sep '24 - Oct '24 | TNPSC Group 2 Result 2022 (Non-OT Posts) |
TNPSC Group - 2 Hall Ticket
TNPSC Group 2 hall ticket 2024 has been released. The candidates are required to download their TNPSC Group 2 admit card from the official website of the Commission and appear in the exam as per the details mentioned in the official notification. It may be noted that the TNPSC Group-2 hall ticket was an essential document required to appear in the exam.
Q: How can I download TNPSC Group 2 2024 Admit card?
The canddidates can see below the process to download the TNPSC Group 2 admit card/hall ticket from the official website -
- Go to the official website-tnpsc.gov.in
- On the right-hand side "Candidate's Corner" menu will appear
- From the given menu, click on the "On-line Services" button
- Click on the "Hall Ticket Download" button just appeared in the drop-down list
- The link will open a new window
- Click on the "Hall Ticket Download" button given on the right-hand side menu
- On clicking above, a notification details window will appear
- Check on the notification number, date, exam name and click on the Activity column showing the "Download Hall Ticket" link
- Login with Application Id and date of birth as given in the TNPSC Group 2 application
- Download the hall ticket and download it for future reference.
Q: How many days prior to the examination will the TNPSC Group 2 Hall Ticket be available for download?
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission usually release the TNPSC Group 2 hall ticket, ten days before the exam date. The TNPSC Group 2 Hall Ticket is released by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) on its official website. The release date of the hall ticket is not announced yet, but it is expected to be released a few days before the exam. Candidates can download their hall ticket by visiting the official website, tnpscexams.in, and following these steps:
- Go to the website, tnpsc.gov.in
- Click on the "Download hall ticket" link.
- You'll be directed to a page where various notifications about downloading hall tickets will be present.
- Search for TNPSC group 2 hall ticket 2024 download.
- Click on the link and input your login details like Application ID and DOB.
- After clicking on submit, your hall ticket will be available on the screen.
- Verify all your details, download, and make a copy of your hall ticket
Candidates are advised to download multiple printouts of the hall ticket as it is mandatory to carry the hall ticket to the examination hall
Q: What to do in case of discrepancy in TNPSC Group 2 Hall Ticket?
After downloading the TNPSC Group 2 admit card, the candidates are suggested to read all the personal details mentioned in the official hall ticket. The details mentioned in the TNPSC Group 2 hall ticket are the reflection of official records as mentioned in the TNPSC Group 2 application form.
In case of a discrepancy in the TNPSC Group 2 Hall Ticket, candidates should immediately inform the commission. The onus of correcting the details on the hall ticket is on the candidate themselves. Candidates should communicate with the commission as soon as possible to rectify the discrepancy.
Q: Which documents are required with the TNPSC Group 2 Admit Card/Hall Ticket?
The candidates are required to carry one of the following photo identity card with the official TNPSC Group 2 admit card:
- Adhar Card
- Driving Licence
- PAN Card
- Passport
- Any identity proof issued by the Government/college authority
What is TNPSC Group 2?
The full name of the TNPSC Group 2 exam is Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) Combined Civil Services Examination-II (CCSE-II). TNPSC conducts the Combined Civil Services Examination-II (CCSE-II) to shortlist candidates for recruitment to various Civil Services in Tamil Nadu. The commission conducts the CCSE-II exam for different posts released under Group 2 and 2A. The significance of TNPSC Group 2 and TNPSC Group 2A can be defined as under:
- Group 2 (Interview Posts): Selection of candidates for vacancies released under Group 2 is made based on the preliminary exam, main written exam and oral test (interview)
- Group 2A (Non-Interview Posts): Selection of candidates for vacancies released under Group 2A is done based on marks obtained in them in the written exam only.
TNPSC Group 2 Overview
The candidates can see here the TNPSC Group 2 exam overview for the candidates.
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TNPSC Group 2 Highlights |
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Exam Name |
Combined Civil Services Examination-II |
Conducting Body |
TNPSC |
Exam Level |
State |
Exam Frequency |
Once a year |
Notification Date |
20-Jun-2024 |
Last Date to Apply |
19-Jul-2024 |
Vacancies |
2,327 |
TNPSC Registration Fee |
INR 150 (valid for five years) |
Application Fee |
INR 100 for Prelims exam INR 150 for Main exam |
Exam Mode |
Offline |
Exam Duration |
180 minutes |
Exam Date |
14-Sep-2024 |
Language |
Tamil & English |
Exam Purpose |
Selection of candidates for civil services posts in Tamil Nadu |
Exam Helpdesk No. |
044-25332833 |
Official Website |
http://www.tnpsc.gov.in/index.html |
The candidates are required to keep a tab on the important TNPSC Group 2 exam dates to get the latest information about the TNPSC Group 2 exam.
Q: Was there any issues in the TNPSC Group 2 Main exam that caused a delay?
Q: What are Group 2 posts in TNPSC Group 2 and 2A Exam?
There are over 65 posts in the TNPSC Group 2 recruited through the Combined Civil Services Examination-II (CCSE-II) exam. Some of the important TNPSC Group 2 posts having the highest salary scale are as follows:
- Junior Employment Officer (Non-Differently Abled)
- Probation Officer in the Department of Prisons and Correctional Services
- Assistant Inspector of Labour in the Labour Department
- Sub Registrar, Grade-II in Registration Department
- Junior Employment Officer (Differently Abled) in Employment and Training (Employment Wing)
- Special Assistant in Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Department
- Special Branch Assistant in Intelligence Section, Office of the Commissioner of Police
- Special Branch Assistant in Special Branch of Criminal Investigation Department (State Intelligence Wing)
Q: Who conducts the TNPSC Group 2 Exam?
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) conduct the TNPSC Group 2 and 2A exam with the official name of Combined Civil Service Exam Group 2 and Group 2A. TNPSC is a Constitutional body that conducts the exam at the state level. The exam has three-stage selection process namely:
- Prelims
- Mains (written)
- Interview for Group 2 Posts
The syllabus for the prelims exam is the same but the structure for the main exam is different for the Group 2 and 2A aspirants.
Q: Which posts are there in TNPSC Group 2 Exam?
TNPSC Group 2 exam has two types of posts. Group 2 and Group 2A. The details of the posts are given under TNPSC Group 2 vacancies. The Complete list of TNPSC Group 2 services which require the interview are as follows:
Sl. No | Post Name & Code | Service Name | |
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1 | Junior Employment Officer (Non- Differently Abled) in the Employment and Training (Employment Wing) Department (Post Code No.1017) | Tamil Nadu General Subordinate Service | |
2 | Probation Officer in the Department of Prisons and Correctional Services (Post Code No.1023) | Tamil Nadu Jail Subordinate Service | |
3 | Assistant Inspector of Labour in the Labour Department (Post Code No. 1068) | Tamil Nadu Labour Subordinate Service | |
4 | Sub Registrar, Grade-II in Registration Department (Post Code No.1071) | Tamil Nadu Registration Subordinate Service | |
5 | Junior Employment Officer (Differently Abled) in Employment and Training (Employment Wing) Department (Post Code No:2203) | Tamil Nadu General Subordinate Service | |
6 | Special Assistant in Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Department (Post Code No.2265) | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | |
7 | Special Branch Assistant in Intelligence Section, Office of the Commissioner of Police (Post Code No:2279) | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | |
8 | Special Branch Assistant in Special Branch of Criminal Investigation Department (State Intelligence Wing) (Post Code No:3116) | Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service | |
9 | Assistant | Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu | |
10 | Assistant Grade III | Tamil Nadu Industrial Investment Corporation |
TNPSC Group 2 2024 Exam
The TNPSC released the notification on June 20, 2024. The Commission released the official notification before time. The exam was conducted on September 14, 2024.
See Here: TNPSC Group 2 Posts and Salary Details
Q: What is the difference between TNPSC Group 2 and Group 2a?
The TNPSC Group 2 exam is a combined civil services exam for various posts. These posts can be divided into two categories.
- Group 2 posts require interview
- Group 2A posts do not require an interview
The TNPSC Group 2A post has no interview in the selection process. The candidates need to appear in the TNPSC Group 2 interview if they opt for Group 2 posts.
Q: Is TNPSC an independent body?
Q: Who conducts the TNPSC Group 2 Exam?
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) conduct the TNPSC Group 2 and 2A exam with the official name of Combined Civil Service Exam Group 2 and Group 2A. TNPSC is a Constitutional body that conducts the exam at the state level. The exam has three-stage selection process namely:
- Prelims
- Mains (written)
- Interview for Group 2 Posts
The syllabus for the prelims exam is the same but the structure for the main exam is different for the Group 2 and 2A aspirants.
Q: What is the TNPSC Group 2 2024 exam date?
The candidate should note that the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission released the annual calendar on its official website mentioning the tentative dates for the TNPSC Group 2 exam events. The Commission only mentioned the month for the events. The TNPSC Group 2 notification 2024 was released on June 20, 2024 and the exam will be conducted on September 14, 2024.
The Commission will conduct the exam in offline mode across the state.
TNPSC Group 2 Answer Key
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission released the TNPSC Group 2 answer key 2024 for Prelims exam on September 24, 2024. The last date to send objections against the incorrect answers given in the answer key was September 30, 2024.
Q: What is the validity of TNPSC Group 2 final answer key?
The candidates should note that the TNPSC Group 2 Answer Key (final) is prepared after considering all the valid objections received by the candidates and the review committee. After such due considerations, the Commission prepare and release the final answer key,
The Commission calculate the marks based on the final answer key and release such results. The validity of the Answer Key is bound by the Common law of Limitation.
Q: What are the common grounds for challenging the TNPSC Group 2 answer key?
The following are some of the common reasons for challenging the TNPSC Group 2 answer key:
- A question is ambiguous
- A question is factually incorrect
- A question has two correct answers.
The candidates can send objections against the incorrect questions/answers and send the standard reference along with their objections. The Commission will consider the eligible objections and consider them while preparing the final answer key.
Q: How can I challenge the TNPSC Group 2 Answer Key?
Candidates can challenge the TNPSC Group 2 answer key by submitting their objections online through the TNPSC website. The last date to submit objections is usually a few weeks after the answer key is released. The Commission prescribe the format of sending the objections against incorrect questions/answers. The candidates will be required to send the standard references to substantiate their claims.
The Commission willl change the tentative answer key based on the correct objections and prepare the final answer key based on which the result will be prepared.
Q: When will TNPSC Group 2 answer key be released?
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission is expected to release the TNPSC Group 2 answer key 2024 (Prelims) within a week from the exam. The TNPSC Group 2 exam will be conducted on September 14, 2024. The Commission is expected to release the TNPSC Group 2 answer key 2024 by September 21, 2024.
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission will release the TNPSC Group 2 answer key after the declaration of final result. The candidates are suggested to check and download the answer key and calculate their marks. The Commission will also ask the candidates to send objections against the incorrect questions/answers within the prescribed format and with standard and universally accepted references. The Commission will consider the eligible representations and prepare the final TNPSC Group 2 answer key.
TNPSC Group 2 2024 Notification
The TNPSC Group 2 notification 2024 was released June 20, 2024. The Commission released 2327 TNPSC Group 2 vacancies, exam syllabus, exam pattern, dates and the eligibility criteria for the exam. The Commission released the TNPSC exam calendar 2024 and mentioned the tentative dates for the release of TNPSC Group 2 notification 2024.
Q: When wasTNPSC Group 2 2024 notification released?
The TNPSC Group 2 2024 notification was released online on June 20, 2024. The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commissio released the official notification online only and provided one month to fill out the TNPSC Group 2 2024 applications online. The last date to apply online for the TNPSC Group 2 exam is July 19, 2024. Recently, the Commission also added two posts to the TNPSC Group 2 exam.
The Commission will conduct the TNPSC Group 2 exam on September 14, 2024.
Q: What is the highest post in TNPSC Group 2?
The highest post in the TNPSC Group 2 exam is of Municipal Commissioner, Special Assistant (Vigilance and Anti-corruption Department) and Assistant Section Officer Cum Programmer having a pay-scale of INR 36400-115700/- (Level-16).
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission mention the list of services and their pay scale in the official notification. The Commission also mention the Group of service in the official notification to clarify that which posts require interviews.
Q: When was the TNPSC Group 2 notification 2022 released?
TNPSC Group 2 notification 2022 was released on February 23, 2022. The commission notified the advertisement for 5,529 vacancies in the notification. The last date to apply for the exam was March 23, 2022. TNPSC Group 2 prelims result 2022 was released online on November 9, 2022. The Commission released the roll number of the qualified candidates. TNPSC Group 2 main exam was conducted on February 25, 2023.
The TNPSC Group 2 Result 2022 is expected to be released online on January 12, 2024.
Q: What information does the TNPSC Group 2 Notification provides?
The TNPSC Group 2 notification provides detailed information about various aspects of the exam, including the number of vacancies, online application dates, eligibility criteria, exam dates, application fees, exam pattern, syllabus, and salary details.
The TNPSC Group 2 notification is expected in May 2024.
TNPSC Group 2 Cut off
TNPSC Group 2 cutoff 2024 will be released after the declaration of result. The Commission is yet to release the exam calendar and the TNPSC Group 2 exam dates. The Commission will release the important dates in the official exam calendar.
The Commission did not release the category-wise cutoff with the result. TNPSC Group 2 cut-off will be released later. The candidates can see here the TNPSC Group 2 cut-off of previous years. The cutoff provides a clear insight into the difficulty level of the exam.
Q: What is the Cutoff in the TNPSC Group 2 exam?
The candidates should note that to qualify in the TNPSC Group 2 exam, they need to breach the TNPSC Group 2 cutoff of their category. The TNPSC Group 2 is the marks of the last selected candidate in a particular category. The TNPSC Group 2 cutoff will be released after the final result. The candidates must check their category cutoff of previous years to know the level of competition in the exam.
The Commission is expected to conduct the TNPSC Group 2 exam in August 2024.
Q: What is the difference between the cutoff mark for TNPSC Group 2 for the preliminary and Mains exams?
The cutoff marks for TNPSC Group 2 exams differ for the preliminary and Mains exams. For the preliminary exam, candidates need to secure 90 marks out of 300 to qualify for the exam. However, achieving the minimum qualifying marks does not guarantee eligibility for the Mains examination
The cutoff marks for the Mains examination are determined based on factors such as the difficulty level of the question paper, number of vacancies, and the number of candidates who appear for the exam. It is essential to regularly check the official TNPSC website for updates on the cutoff marks for the current year's examination.
Q: Who releases the TNPSC Group-2/2A Cutoff?
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission releases the TNPSC Group 2 cutoff after the declaration of official results. The Commission releases the cutoff for each stage of the exam and for each category separately. The candidates should see and analyse the previous year's cutoff to ascertain the difficulty level of the exam.
The TNPSC Group 2 result 2022 for the main exam is expected to be released on January 12, 2024.
Q: What is the difference between the cutoff mark and the qualifying mark for TNPSC Group 2 examination?
The cutoff mark and the qualifying mark for the TNPSC Group 2 examination are two different concepts:
Cutoff Mark: The cutoff mark is the minimum score required to pass the exam and move to the next stage of the selection process. It is determined by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) after conducting the exam. The cutoff mark varies each year based on factors such as the number of vacancies, difficulty level of the paper, and the number of candidates who appear for the exam
Qualifying Marks: The qualifying marks are the minimum marks required to be eligible for the exam. These marks are mentioned in the official TNPSC Group 2 notification and are necessary for a candidate to appear in the exam. The qualifying marks are different from the cutoff marks, as they do not determine the selection process but rather the eligibility to appear in the exam
TNPSC Group 2 Eligibility
TNPSC Group 2 eligibility criteria was mentioned in the official notification. The Commission released the TNPSC Group 2 notification 2024 on June 20, 2024.
The candidates can see below the TNPSC Group-2 eligibility criteria for posts included in Combined Civil Services Examination–II (Group-II Services):
TNPSC Group-2 Qualification
There are different educational qualification requirements for different posts. The candidates need to read the official notification before filling out the application form. The details of the educational qualification required for different posts are given below.
Essential Educational Qualification |
Preferential Qualification |
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Post - Industrial Co-Operative Officer in the Industries and Commerce Department |
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A degree in BCom or BA, or BSc (other than in a professional subject not being Agriculture) |
NA |
Post -Probation Officer in Social Defence Department |
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A degree in BA/ BSc/ BCom from any UGC-recognised university or institution. OR BOL of Annamalai University OR BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University or Bachelor of Letters (BLitt) of Madras University or BBM/ BLitt of Bharathiyar University |
Provided that other things are equal preference shall be given to candidates who possess a degree in Sociology or Psychology.
Provided further that other things being equal preference shall be given to those who have practical experience in having done Social Welfare work or who possess a Diploma in Social Service including experience in Social and moral hygiene and aftercare work. |
Post - Junior Employment Officer (Non-Differently Abled) in Employment and Training (Employment Wing) Department |
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A degree in Arts or Science or Commerce or BOL of Annamalai University or BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University or BLitt of Madras University or BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University |
NA |
Post - Probation Officer in the Prison Department |
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A degree in BA or BSc or BCom or BOL of Annamalai University or BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University or BLitt of Madras University or BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University |
Provided that other things being equal preference shall be given to persons i) Who possess MA degree in Criminology or Sociology or a degree in Sociology or Psychology OR ii) Who holds a diploma in Sociology or Psychology in addition to a degree in any subject other than Sociology or Psychology OR iii) Who has rendered Social Welfare Work for a period of not less than one year OR iv) Who possess a diploma in Social Work awarded by the Madras School of Social Work |
Post - Assistant Inspector of labour in the Labour Department |
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A degree in Arts or Science or Commerce or Engineering or BOL of Annamalai University or BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University or BLitt of Madras University or BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University |
Other things being equal preference shall be given to candidates (i) Who possess MA degree in Social Work OR (ii) Who possess the diploma awarded by the Madras School of Social Work OR (iii) Who possess MA degree in Applied Psychology of the Sagar University OR (iv) Who has undergone the diploma course of two years duration at the Institute for Labour Welfare Workers, Bombay or The Xavier Labour Relation Institute, Bihar OR (v) Who has undergone the diploma course of PSG school of Social Work, Coimbatore on Labour Specialisation or the Post Graduate Diploma Course in Social Services conducted by the Institute of Social Science, Loyola College, Madras under the direction of the Indian Institute of Social Order, Pune OR (vi) Who possesses the Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) of the University of Baroda OR (vii) Who possesses a Post Graduate Diploma in Labour Administration awarded by the Tamil Nadu Institute of Labour Studies. OR (viii) Who possess a Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management, Industrial Relations and Labour Welfare awarded by the Madras Productivity Council OR ix) Who possess a PG Diploma in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations, conducted by the Madurai Institute of Social Work, Madurai OR x) Who possess MA degree in work Education awarded by the University of Madras OR (xi) Who are Released Short Service, Regular Commissioned Officers or Emergency Commissioned Officers or Other Ex-Servicemen |
Post - Sub Registrar, Grade-II |
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A Bachelor’s degree of any university or Institution recognised by the UGC for the purpose of its grant |
Provided that other things being equal preference shall be given to persons who possess a BL degree in addition to the qualification specified |
Post - Special Assistant in the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Department |
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Any Degree and technical qualification Must have passed the Government Technical Examination in Typewriting both by Higher/ Senior Grade in Tamil and English |
NA |
Post - MunicipalCommissioner, Grade-II |
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A degree from any UGC recognised university/ institution |
NA |
Post - Assistant SectionOfficer in Law Department in Secretariat |
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BL degree awarded by any university recognised by UGC |
NA |
Post - Assistant SectionOfficer in Finance Department in Secretariat |
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A master’s degree in Commerce/ Economics/ Statistics OR A bachelor’s degree in Commerce/ Economics/ Statistics with a pass in the final examination of the ICWAI |
NA |
Post - Assistant SectionOfficer, Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Secretariat |
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A degree in BA or BSc or BCom of any University or BOL of Annamalai University or BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University or BLitt of Madras University or BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University |
NA |
Post - Assistant SectionOfficer in Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission |
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i) A master’s degree ii) A bachelor’s degree and BGL degree OR A bachelor’s degree with first-class in any one of the parts
Provided that in the case of a candidate belonging to SC, SC(A), ST, MBC/ DC, BC (Other than BCM) and BCM it shall be sufficient if he/she holds a Bachelor’s degree |
NA |
Post - Assistant Section Officer Cum Programmer in Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission |
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Master’s degree in Computer Application OR Master’s degree in Science (Information Technology/ Computer Science) |
NA |
Post - Supervisor of Industrial Co-operatives in the Industries and Commerce Department |
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A degree of BA or BSc or BCom or BOL of Annamalai University OR BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University OR BLitt of Madras University OR BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University OR PG Diploma in Agricultural Economics and Co-operation awarded by the National Council for Rural Higher Education |
NA |
Post - Audit Inspector in the Audit Wing of Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Administration Department |
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A degree of BA or BSc or BCom or BOL of Annamalai University OR BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University OR BLitt of Madras University OR BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University Note: Persons professing Hindu Religion alone are eligible to apply for this post. |
NA |
Post - Assistant Inspector in Local Fund Audit Department |
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A degree of BA or BSc or BCom or BOL of Annamalai University OR BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University OR BLitt of Madras University OR BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University |
NA |
Posts - a) Senior Inspectors in Milk Production and Dairy Development Department and (b) Senior Inspector of Co-operative Societies in the Department of Registrar of Co-operative Societies |
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Any degree OR A diploma in rural services awarded by the National Council of Rural Higher Education OR A diploma of Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants |
Other things being equal, preference shall be given to the candidates possessing such qualification and in such order as specified below: i) MA degree in co-operation; OR ii) MCom degree with co-operation as one of the subject; OR iii) BA degree in co-operation; OR iv) Higher diploma in co-operative management awarded by the Natesan Institute of Co-operative Management, Madras; or Institute of Cooperative Management, Madurai |
Post - Supervisor/ JuniorSuperintendent in Tamil Nadu Agricultural Marketing / Agricultural Business Department |
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Any degree |
Provided that other things being equal preference shall be given to persons who have passed the Government Technical Examinations in Bookkeeping by Higher/ Senior Grade |
Post - Handloom Inspector in Handlooms and Textiles Department |
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i) Degree in BA or BSc or BCom of any University recognised by UGC OR ii) A diploma in Handloom Technology or Textile Technology or Textile processing or Manmade Fibre Technology awarded by the State Board of Technical Education and Training in Tamil Nadu |
NA |
Post - Audit Assistant in the accounts branch of Highways Department |
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Any degree |
Provided that preference shall be given to persons who possess a degree in Commerce |
Post - Executive Officer, Grade-II in Town Panchayat Department Tirunelveli District |
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Degree of any university or institution recognised by the University Grants Commission |
NA |
Post - Revenue Assistant in the Revenue Department in various Revenue Units |
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A degree of BA or BSc (other than in a professional subject) OR BCom of any university OR BOL of Annamalai University OR BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University OR BLitt of Madras University OR BBM OR BLitt of Bharathiyar University |
NA |
The above TNPSC Group 2 eligibility is mentioned in the official notification. These will be updated in case the Commission change the eligibility condition for any post.
TNPSC Group 2 Age Limit
The age limit varies from post to post and category to category. The details of the permissible age limit for each of the post is mentioned below.
Name of the Post |
Minimum Age limit (for all categories) |
Maximum Age Limit for “Others” (applicants not belonging to SC, SC (A), ST, MBC/ DC, BC and BCM) |
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For all posts (except Sub-Registrar Grade – II, Probation Officer in the Prison Department and Social Defence Department) |
18 Years |
30 Years |
Sub-Registrar Grade- II |
20 Years |
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Probation Officer in the Prison Department |
22 Years |
|
Probation Officer in the Social Defence Department |
26 Years |
40 Years |
Note: There is no maximum age limit for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC)/ SC (Arunthathiyars), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Most Backward Class (MBC)/ Denotified Community (DC), Backward Class (BC), Backward Classes (Muslims) and destitute widows of all categories. The maximum age limit means that candidates should not have completed 58 years of age on the date of notification or at the time of selection to a particular post.
The official website informs, “Applicants not belonging to SCs, SC (A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM) and BCM who have put in five years and more of service in the State/Central Government are not eligible even if they are within the age limit.”
Also Read: TNPSC Group 2 Model Question Paper
Age Relaxation in TNPSC Group 2
- Age concession up to 10 years above the maximum age limit is given to differently-abled persons
- The maximum age limit for ex-servicemen is 48 years. However, it may be noted that the age concession does not apply to ex-servicemen applicants who have already been recruited to any class or service or category.
Q: What is the age relaxation provided for the TNPSC Group 2 exam?
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission releases the notification on its official website. The Commission mention all the important details related to the eligibility criteria of the TNPSC Group 2 exam. The Commission also mention the age requirements and the age relaxation provided to the candidates belonging to certain classes. The Commission provides the age relaxation in the following manner:
- Age concession up to 10 years above the maximum age limit is given to differently-abled persons
- The maximum age limit for ex-servicemen is 48 years. However, it may be noted that the age concession does not apply to ex-servicemen applicants who have already been recruited to any class or service or category.
Q: How many attempts are allowed for TNPSC Group 2 Exam?
There is no limitation on the number of attempts in the TNPSC Group 2 exam. There is no mention of limitation on the number of attempts in the official notification. The candidates can appear in the TNPSC Group 2 exam till they fulfil the age criteria.
Candidates appearing for the TNPSC Group 2 Exam have unlimited attempts as long as they fulfill the age criteria, with the maximum age limit being 30 years.
Q: What is the eligibility for applying for TNPSC Group-2 exam?
The candidate must be a graduate from a recognised university/institution. Besides that, the candidate must have attained the age of 21 years and should not exceed the age of 32 years. The Commission provides the relaxation in upper age limit to the candidates belonging to the reserved category.
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission mention the TNPSC Group 2 eligibility criteria in the official notification only. The canddiates are suggested to read and understand the eligibility criteria before filling the application.
Q: Can candidates from other states apply for TNPSC Group 2?
The TNPSC Group 2 exam is conducted by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission to recruit the candidates for state administrative machinery. The candidates who are selected through the TNPSC Group 2 exam are required to serve anywhere in the state till their superannuation.
The andidates from other states can apply for the exam; however, they must meet the eligibility criteria set by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC), including age and educational qualifications.
TNPSC Group 2 Vacancies
TNPSC Group 4 vacancies were released in the official notification. TNPSC Group 2 vacancies were notified in the exam notification released by the commission. The details of the TNPSC Group 2 Vacancies are given below:
TNPSC Group 2 Exam 2024 Vacancies | |
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TNPSC Group 2 Vacancies |
507 |
TNPSC Group 2A Vacancies | 1820 |
Total | 2327 |
The Commission notified 5,529 TNPSC Group 2 vacancies in the 2022 edition of the exam. The candidates always search for the number of vacancies because it has an impact on the cutoff at every stage of the exam. TNPSC Group 2 exam 2022 notified over five thousand vacancies in the exam. The candidates can check here the details of the TNPSC Group 2 vacancies.
Q: What types of posts are included in TNPSC Group 2 vacancies?
TNPSC Group 2 vacancies include two main categories:
- Group 2 (Interview Posts): These positions require candidates to go through a preliminary exam, a mains exam, and an interview.
- Group 2A (Non-Interview Posts): These positions only require candidates to take a written test
The TNPSC Group 2 Exam 2024 has a total of 2327 vacancies which includes 507 vacancies for Group 2 (Interview Posts) and 1820 vacancies for Group 2A (Non-Interview Posts).
Q: How many vacancies were there in TNPSC Group 2 Exam 2022?
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission mention the number of vacancies in the official notification. Sometimes, the Commission release the number of vacancies after the official notification. The Commission release a separate notice for the vacancies sometime. The Commission releases the number of vacancies for each category separately.
There were 5,529 vacancies in the TNPSC Group-2 exam 2022. The number of vacancies for the TNPSC Group 2 (interview posts) is 114 and the TNPSC Group 2A (non-interview) posts are 5,413.
Q: How many vacancies are available for TNPSC Group 2 exam 2024?
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has announced a total of 2327 vacancies for the TNPSC Group 2 and Group 2A posts in 2024. This includes 507 vacancies for Group 2 (Interview Posts) and 1820 vacancies for Group 2A (Non-Interview Posts).
The Commission conducted the TNPSC Group 2 Prelims exam on September 14, 2024. The Commission is expected to increase the number of vacancies till the declaration of final result.
Q: How are TNPSC Group 2 vacancies distributed among different categories?
The distribution of vacancies is typically categorized based on communal reservations such as SC, ST, OBC, etc. The official notification provides detailed breakdowns of how many vacancies are reserved for each category. The distribution of vacancies depend on the post vacants in a department. The Commission follow the common reservation rules notified by the State Government from time to time.
The TNPSC Group 2 Exam 2024 has a total of 2327 vacancies which includes 507 vacancies for Group 2 (Interview Posts) and 1820 vacancies for Group 2A (Non-Interview Posts).
TNPSC Group 2 Selection Process
TNPSC Group-2 selection process includes the following stages:
- Preliminary exam (written): Candidates applying for the exam need to appear for the preliminary exam, which is an objective-type written test.
- Mains exam (written): Candidates qualified in the preliminary exam need to appear for the mains exam, which is a descriptive written test.
- Oral test (interview): Candidates who declared passed the main exam need to appear for the oral test.
Q: How many stages are there in the TNPSC Group 2 selection process?
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) conducts the Group 2 examination for recruitment to various posts in the state government of Tamil Nadu. Here is an overview of the stages involved in the TNPSC Group 2 selection process:
Following are the stages in TNPSC Group 2 selection process:
- Preliminary Exam
- Main Exam
- Interview (for Group 2 Posts Only).
Preliminary Examination: This stage consists of a single paper containing multiple choice questions on General Studies, which carries a maximum of 300 marks. Qualifying this stage is mandatory for appearing in the next stage.
There will be 200 question divided into three sections as given below:
TNPSC Group 2 Preliminary Subjects | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
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General Tamil (S.S.L.C. Standard) or General English (S.S.L.C Standard) | 100 | 300 |
General Studies (Degree Standard) | 75 | |
Aptitude and Mental Ability Test (S.S.L.C Standard) | 25 | |
Total | 200 | 300 |
TNPSC Group 2 Exam Centre
TNPSC exam centres are located in all the districts of the state. The candidates can choose the exam centres at their convenience. The TNPSC Group 2 exam is conducted offline across the state. The allocation of the exam centre is based on the number of candidates opting for that TNPSC Group 2 exam centre.
TNPSC Group 2 Syllabus
The Commission revised the Group-2 syllabus after the modification suggested by the state government. As per the new guidelines, a new section of Tamil Language questions was introduced in the preliminary paper. There will be 100 objective-type questions. The candidates can opt either for the English section or Tamil section. The rest of the sections are similar for everyone.
TNPSC Group-2 Syllabus - Preliminary Exam
Units | Subjects |
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General Science |
Scientific Knowledge and Scientific temper - Power of Reasoning - Rote Learning Vs Conceptual Learning - Science as a tool to understand the past, present and future |
Nature of Universe - General Scientific Laws – Mechanics - Properties of Matter, Force, Motion and Energy - Everyday application of the basic principles of Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism, Light, Sound, Heat, Nuclear Physics, Laser, Electronics and Communications |
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Elements and Compounds, Acids, Bases, Salts, Petroleum Products, Fertilizers, Pesticides |
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Main concepts of Life Science, Classification of Living Organisms, Evolution, Genetics, Physiology, Nutrition, Health and Hygiene, Human diseases |
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Environment and Ecology |
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History - Latest diary of events - National symbols - Profile of States - Eminent personalities and places in news – Sports - Books and authors |
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Polity - Political parties and political system in India - Public awareness and General administration - Welfare oriented Government schemes and their utility, Problems in Public Delivery Systems |
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Geography - Geographical landmarks |
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Economics - Current socio-economic issues |
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Science - Latest inventions in Science and Technology |
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Geography of India |
Location – Physical features - Monsoon, rainfall, weather and climate - Water resources - Rivers in India - Soil, minerals and natural resources - Forest and wildlife - Agricultural pattern |
Transport - Communication |
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Social geography – Population density and distribution - Racial, linguistic groups and major tribes |
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Natural calamity – Disaster Management – Environmental pollution: Reasons and preventive measures – Climate change – Green energy |
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History & Culture of India |
Indus valley civilization - Guptas, Delhi Sultans, Mughals and Marathas - Age of Vijayanagaram and Bahmani Kingdoms - South Indian history |
Change and Continuity in the Socio-Cultural History of India |
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Characteristics of Indian culture, Unity in diversity – Race, language, custom |
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India as a Secular State, Social Harmony |
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Indian Polity
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Constitution of India - Preamble to the Constitution - Salient features of the Constitution - Union, State and Union Territory |
Citizenship, Fundamental Rights, Fundamental duties, Directive Principles of State Policy |
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Union Executive, Union legislature – State Executive, State Legislature – Local governments, Panchayat Raj |
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Spirit of Federalism: Centre-State Relationships |
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Election - Judiciary in India – Rule of law | |
Corruption in public life – Anti-corruption measures – Lokpal and Lok Ayukta - Right to Information - Empowerment of women - Consumer protection forums, Human rights charter | |
Indian Economy | Nature of Indian Economy – Five year plan models - an assessment – Planning Commission and Niti Ayog |
Sources of revenue – Reserve Bank of India – Fiscal Policy and Monetary Policy - Finance Commission – Resource sharing between Union and State Governments - Goods and Services Tax | |
Structure of Indian Economy and Employment Generation, Land reforms and Agriculture - Application of Science and Technology in agriculture - Industrial growth - Rural welfare oriented programmes – Social problems – Population, education, health, employment, poverty | |
Indian National Movement | National renaissance – Early uprising against British rule - Indian National Congress - Emergence of leaders – B.R.Ambedkar, Bhagat Singh, Bharathiar, V.O.Chidambaranar, Jawaharlal Nehru, Kamarajar, Mahatma Gandhi, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, Thanthai Periyar, Rajaji, Subash Chandra Bose and others |
Different modes of Agitation: Growth of Satyagraha and Militant movements | |
Communalism and partition | |
History, Culture, Heritage and Socio-Political Movements in Tamil Nadu |
History of Tamil Society, related Archaeological discoveries, Tamil Literature from Sangam age till contemporary times |
Thirukkural:
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Role of Tamil Nadu in freedom struggle - Early agitations against British Rule - Role of women in freedom struggle | |
Evolution of 19th and 20th Century Socio-Political movements in Tamil Nadu - Justice Party, Growth of Rationalism - Self Respect Movement, Dravidian movement and Principles underlying both these movements, Contributions of Thanthai Periyar and Perarignar Anna | |
Development Administration in Tamil Nadu | Human Development Indicators in Tamil Nadu and a comparative assessment across the Country – Impact of Social Reform movements in the Socio-Economic Development of Tamil Nadu |
Political parties and Welfare schemes for various sections of people – Rationale behind Reservation Policy and access to Social Resources - Economic trends in Tamil Nadu – Role and impact of social welfare schemes in the Socio-Economic development of Tamil Nadu | |
Social Justice and Social Harmony as the Cornerstones of Socio-Economic development | |
Education and Health systems in Tamil Nadu | |
Geography of Tamil Nadu and its impact on Economic growth | |
Achievements of Tamil Nadu in various fields | |
e-governance in Tamil Nadu | |
Aptitude and Mental Ability | Simplification – Percentage - Highest Common Factor (HCF) - Lowest Common Multiple (LCM) |
Ratio and Proportion | |
Simple interest - Compound interest - Area - Volume - Time and Work | |
Logical Reasoning - Puzzles - Dice - Visual Reasoning - Alphanumeric Reasoning – Number Series |
The candidates can see here the TNPSC Group 2 Syllabus for the main exam.
TNPSC Group 2 Exam Pattern (Revised)
After the introduction of the Tamil Language Eligibility Test in the preliminary exam, the exam pattern was bound to change. As per the new TNPSC Group -2 exam pattern, there were 100 multiple-choice questions for testing the knowledge of the Tamil Language. The candidates can opt for the General English section also instead of Tamil questions. The questions were of SSLC standard. The TNPSC Group 2 Exam Duration is 3 hours. The TNPSC Group 2 exam was conducted based on the following revised pattern:
TNPSC Group 2 Preliminary Subjects |
Number of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
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General Tamil (S.S.L.C. Standard) or General English (S.S.L.C Standard) |
100 |
300 |
General Studies (Degree Standard) |
75 |
|
Aptitude and Mental Ability Test (S.S.L.C Standard) |
25 |
|
Total |
200 |
300 |
The candidates should understand that the questions in PART A will be in Tamil Language and the questions in Part B will be in Tamil and English. The Part B of the answer sheets will be evaluated only, if the candidate secures minimum qualifying marks 40% (i.e., 60 Marks) in Part A. The final merit of the TNPSC Group 2 prelims exam will be calculated by adding the marks secured in both parts (Part A + Part B)
TNPSC Group 2 Preparation
The candidates must dedicatedly prepare for the group 2 exam because the competition always remains tough. The number of candidates applying for the exam is a thousand times the number of vacancies. The candidates must plan their TNPSC Group 2 preparation to ensure their selection in the exam.
TNPSC Group 2 Mock Test and Question Paper
The Commission released a new mock test paper based on the revised syllabus and exam pattern. The candidates can check the new paper and download the TNPSC Group 2 question papers in a simple manner.
TNPSC Group-2 Counselling
TNPSC counselling is conducted at the office of the commission. In the counselling, candidates are recruited to different posts on the basis of choice exercised by them as well as the availability of vacancies in their categories. The candidates who clear the main exam and oral test will be called for counselling.
TNPSC Group 2 2024 Contact Information
Address
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission
TNPSC Road, VOC Nagar,
Park Town, Chennai-600003,
Tamil Nadu, India
Contact Number
044-25332833/ 044-25332855/ 1800 425 1002 (toll-free number)
Candidates can contact on the aforementioned numbers on all working days between 10:00 AM and 05:45 PM.
Email ID
contacttnpscgmail.com
TNPSC Group 2 2024 FAQs
The candidates can see here the most important questions related to TNPSC Group 2 exam 2024.
Q: When will TNPSC Group 2 Mains exam Answer Key 2023 release?
Q: Where is the TNPSC Group 2 Counselling conducted?
Q: What was the last date to upload the documents for the TNPSC Group 2 Main Exam 2022?
Q: How much time is provided to the candidates to fill out the TNPSC Group 2 application form?
The Commission provides thirty days to fill out the TNPSC Group 2 application form. The Commission provide a time period of a month to apply online for the exam. TNPSC Group 2 notification 2024 was released online on June 20, 2024 and the last date to apply for the exam is July 19. The candidates can fill out the TNPSC Group 2 application online only.
The TNPSC Group 2 exam will be conducted on September 14, 2024.
Q: Has TNPSC released a model question paper based on the new syllabus of Group 2 exam?
News & Updates
TNPSC Group 2 Exam
Student Forum
Answered 2 months ago
The distribution of vacancies is typically categorized based on communal reservations such as SC, ST, OBC, etc. The official notification provides detailed breakdowns of how many vacancies are reserved for each category. The distribution of vacancies depend on the post vacants in a department. The C
Answered 2 months ago
TNPSC Group 2 vacancies include two main categories:
- Group 2 (Interview Posts): These positions require candidates to go through a preliminary exam, a mains exam, and an interview.
- Group 2A (Non-Interview Posts): These positions only require candidates to take a written test
The TNPSC Group 2 Exam 2024
Answered 2 months ago
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has announced a total of 2327 vacancies for the TNPSC Group 2 and Group 2A posts in 2024. This includes 507 vacancies for Group 2 (Interview Posts) and 1820 vacancies for Group 2A (Non-Interview Posts).
The Commission conducted the TNPSC Group 2 Prelim
Answered 2 months ago
The TNPSC Group 2 exam is conducted by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission to recruit the candidates for state administrative machinery. The candidates who are selected through the TNPSC Group 2 exam are required to serve anywhere in the state till their superannuation.
The andidates from other
Answered 2 months ago
The candidates should note that the TNPSC Group 2 Answer Key (final) is prepared after considering all the valid objections received by the candidates and the review committee. After such due considerations, the Commission prepare and release the final answer key,
The Commission calculate the marks b
How are TNPSC Group 2 vacancies distributed among different categories?