TNPSC Group 1 2026
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TNPSC Group 1 2026
| TNPSC Group 1 2026- Overview | |
| Name of the Commission | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Name of the Examination | Group 1 (குரூப் 1)– Combined Civil Services Examination–I (Group-1 Services) |
| Number of Vacancies | 26 |
| Registration Dates | 30-06-2026 |
| Selection Process | Prelims-Mains-Interview |
| Job Location | Tamil Nadu |
| Official Website | www.tnpsc.gov.in |
TNSPC Group 1 Exam Date 2026 Out
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has announced the TNPSC Combined Civil Services Exam Date – I (Group-I Services) through the TNPSC Annual Planner 2026. The exam has been scheduled to be conducted on 6th September 2026. Admit Cards for the same will be released along with all exam-related information, including exam timing, shift timing, venue, etc.
Post Name and Vacancies:
TNPSC will announce the number of vacancies for various posts under TNPSC Group 1 Services along with the release of official notification. The post-wise vacancies under TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination-I for the FY 2026 will be shared here once released officially.
| S. No. | Name of the Post | Post Code | Name of the Service | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deputy Collector | 1001 | Tamil Nadu Civil Service | 12# |
| 2 | Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) | 1003 | Tamil Nadu Commercial Taxes Service | 2 |
| 3 | Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies | 1004 | Tamil Nadu Co-operative Service | 3* |
| 4 | District Registrar | 1005 | Tamil Nadu Registration Service | 8 |
| 5 | Assistant Commissioner of Labour | 1946 | Tamil Nadu Labour Service | 1 |
| Total | 26 |
Educational Qualification
The applicants must fulfill the below-discussed TNPSC Group 1 2026 Eligibility Criteria as per the respective posts. Check the education qualification & age limit
TNPSC Group 1 Education Qualification
Applicants should possess a degree from any of the Universities incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or any other Educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956.
| Name of the Post | Educational Qualification / Preference |
|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | Candidates must possess a degree of any of the Universities incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or other Educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956. |
| Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) | Qualification: Candidates must possess a degree of any of the Universities incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or other Educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956.Preference Order:1. Candidates who hold both B.Com. degree and B.L. degree together with a Diploma in Taxation Laws.2. Candidates who hold both B.Com. and B.L. degree.3. Candidates who hold either B.Com. degree or B.L. degree together with a Diploma in Taxation Laws.4. Candidates who hold either B.Com. degree or B.L. degree. |
| Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies | Candidates must possess a degree of any of the Universities incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or other Educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956. |
| District Registrar | Candidates must possess a degree of any of the Universities incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or other Educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956. |
| Assistant Commissioner of Labour | Qualification: Candidates must possess a degree of any of the Universities incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or other Educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956.Preference: Other things being equal, preference shall be given to freedom fighters and members of their families.Explanation: “Freedom fighters” means persons who took part in any of the National Movements inaugurated by National Congress or under its sanction for attainment of independence of India and as a consequence have undergone imprisonment. “Family” means the father, mother, son, daughter, grandson or unmarried grand daughter of a freedom fighter. |
Note: The applicants, who have written the final year degree examination, may also apply for the Preliminary Examination for direct recruitment to the posts included in Combined Civil Services-I (Group-I Services), subject to the condition that they should produce proof of having passed the degree examination while uploading the original documents for the Main Written Examination (the last date for this activity would be announced later) failing which they will not be admitted to the Main Written Examination.
Age Limit
| Name of the Post | Maximum Age (Should not have completed) | Persons with Benchmark Disability | Ex-Servicemen | Destitute Widow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | 34 | 44 | 50 | 39 |
| Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) – Candidates possessing any Degree | 34 | 44 | 50 | 39 |
| Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) – Candidates possessing B.L. Degree | 35 | 45 | 50 | 40 |
| Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies | 34 | 44 | 50 | 39 |
| District Registrar | 34 | 44 | 50 | 39 |
| Assistant Commissioner of Labour | 34 | 44 | 50 | 39 |
| Name of the Post | Maximum Age (Should not have completed) | Persons with Benchmark Disability | Ex-Servicemen | Destitute Widow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | 39 | 49 | 55 | 39 |
| Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) – Candidates possessing any Degree | 39 | 49 | 55 | 39 |
| Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) – Candidates possessing B.L. Degree | 40 | 50 | 55 | 40 |
| Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies | 39 | 49 | 55 | 39 |
| District Registrar | 39 | 49 | 55 | 39 |
| Assistant Commissioner of Labour | 39 | 49 | 55 | 39 |
Physical Qualification
Applicants applying for the posts of Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category I) posts must possess the following Physical Qualifications:-
| Name of the Posts | Physical Qualification |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category I) | For Men: Must be not less than 165 cms in height and not less than 86 cms round the chest on full inspiration and must have a chest expansion of not less than 5 cms on full inspiration. For Women: Must be not less than 155 cms in Height. The Chest measurement will not apply to them. |
Pay Scale Details
| S. No. | Name of the Post | Level of Pay |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deputy Collector | Level 22 |
| 2 | Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) | Level 22 |
| 3 | Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies | Level 22 |
| 4 | District Registrar | Level 22 |
| 5 | Assistant Commissioner of Labour | Level 22 |
📚 TNPSC Group 1 – Preparation Strategy & Tips
1. Understand the Syllabus & Pattern
TNPSC Group 1 consists of:
- Prelims: General Studies + Aptitude & Mental Ability Test
- Mains: Six written papers including language, general studies, optional/problem areas, etc.
Download the official syllabus PDF from TNPSC or reliable portals to plan topic-wise preparation.
2. Make a Study Plan
- Break your syllabus into daily/weekly targets.
- Focus on History, Polity, Economy, Geography, Environment, Science & Tech, Current Affairs.
- Don’t neglect Aptitude & Mental Ability — practice regularly.
Prepare a timetable that gives more time to weaker subjects and includes revision cycles.
3. Practice with Previous Year Questions
✔️ Download TNPSC Group 1 previous year question papers (PDF) for Prelims and Mains — these are vital for understanding question types and priority topics.
4. Use Mock Tests & Time Management
- Take full-length mock tests weekly/monthly.
- Analyze mistakes — understanding where and why you went wrong helps more than just taking tests.
- Time yourself to improve speed and accuracy.
5. Use Trusted Study Materials
- Standard textbooks like NCERTs (6–12) for basics.
- Polity: Indian Polity by Laxmikanth (latest edition recommended).
- History: NCERTs + TN history notes.
- Economy & Geography: NCERT + current affairs.
- Tamil Nadu–specific governance, schemes, and socio-economic issues.
Discussion forums suggest these widely used resources and approaches (e.g., SCERT books for GS, targeted revision).
6. Daily Current Affairs
Stay updated with national and Tamil Nadu state current affairs:
- Government schemes
- Budget & economy updates
- Environment & science news
- Important days, awards, reports
7. Revision & Notes
- Make handwritten or digital revision notes.
- Revise at least 3–4 times before prelims.
- Daily quick review of past notes boosts retention.
Selection Process for TNPSC Group 1 2026
The selection process for the TNPSC Group 1 exam will be done based on the following sequence:
- Preliminary Exam
- Mains Exam
- Interview (Oral Test)
TNPSC Group 1 2026 Exam Pattern
The selection will be made in three successive stages viz., (i) Preliminary Examination for selection of candidates for admission to the Main Written Examination (ii) Main Written Examination and (iii) an Oral Test in the shape of an Interview. TNPSC Group 1 exam has two written papers, Prelims, and Mains. Prelims consist of Multiple Choice Questions whereas Mains has descriptive questions. The pattern for each exam has been discussed below.
TNPSC Group 1 Prelims Exam Pattern
All the questions are objective and the exam will be OMR based. There is no negative marking for a wrong answer. The complete paper is 300 marks. Each question weighs 1.5 marks.
Minimum Qualifying Marks-
- SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs- 90 out of 300
- Others- 120 out of 300
| Subject | Number of Questions | Total marks | Duration of exam |
| General Studies (Degree Standard) | 175 | 300 | 3 hours |
| Aptitude & Mental Ability Test (SSLC Standard) | 25 | ||
| Total | 200 |
TNPSC Group 1 Mains Exam Pattern
Each paper has descriptive questions and the right answers are marked subjectively by the examiners. The number of questions varies in each chapter and tests the candidate’s knowledge across several domains.
The Main Written Examination answer sheets of Paper-II, Paper-III and Paper-IV will be evaluated, only if the candidate secures minimum qualifying marks [40%- i.e., 40 marks] in Paper-I and the marks secured in Paper-I will not be taken into account for ranking.
| Subjects | Total Marks | Duration of exam |
| Paper-I Tamil Eligibility Test (SSLC Standard) (Descriptive Type) | 100 | 3 hours |
| General Studies (Degree Standard) (Descriptive type) | ||
| Paper II | 250 | 3 hours |
| Paper III | 250 | 3 hours |
| Paper IV | 250 | 3 hours |
| Interview & Records | 100 | |
| Total | 850 | |
TNPSC Group 1 2026 Syllabus
The candidates must begin their preparation with the subject-wise TNPSC Group 1 syllabus 2026. There are many sections in TNPSC Group 1 Syllabus from which the questions will be asked: General Studies, Aptitude and Mental Ability Test.
| Subjects | Topics |
| 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 CommunicationsElements and Compounds, Acids, Bases, Salts, Petroleum Products, Fertilizers, Pesticides.Main concepts of Life Science, Classification of Living Organisms, Evolution, Genetics, Physiology, Nutrition, Health, and Hygiene, Human diseasesEnvironment and Ecology |
| current events | History – Latest diary of events – National symbols – Profile of States – Eminent personalities and places in the news – Sports – Books and authors.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.Geography – Geographical landmarksEconomics – Current socio-economic issuesScience – Latest inventions in Science and Technology |
| 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.Social geography – Population density and distribution – Racial, linguistic groups, and major tribes.Natural calamity – Disaster Management – Environmental pollution: Reasons and preventive measures – Climate change – Green energy. |
| History and 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.Characteristics of Indian culture, Unity in diversity – Race, language, custom.India as a Secular State, Social Harmony. |
| Indian Polity | 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.Union Executive, Union legislature – State Executive, State Legislature – Local governments, Panchayat Raj.Spirit of Federalism: Centre-State Relationships.Election – Judiciary in India – Rule of law.Corruption in public life – Anti-corruption measures – Lokpal and Lokayukta – 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 programs – 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 :(a) Significance as Secular literature. (b) Relevance to Everyday Life (c) Impact of Thirukkural on Humanity (d) Thirukkural and Universal Values – Equality, Humanism, etc (e) Relevance to Socio -Politico-Economic affairs (f) Philosophical content in ThirukkuralRole of Tamil Nadu in freedom struggle – Early agitations against British Rule – Role of women in the 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 – Alpha-numeric Reasoning – Number Series. |
Application Fees for TNPSC Group 1 2026
While submitting your TNPSC Group 1 Application Form, the candidates have to pay the required One-time registration fee and examination fee through online mode only. Check the details for the TNPSC Group 1 Application Fee in the table below.
| Particulars | Fee |
| One-time Registration Fee | Rs. 150/- (valid for 5 years) |
| Examination Fee | Rs.100/- |
| Main Written Examination Fee | Rs. 200/- |
| SC/ SC (Arunthathiyars)/ ST/ PwBD/ Destitute Widow | No fee |
| MBC/ Denotified Communities/ BC (Other than Muslim)/ BC (Muslim) | 3 free chances |
| Ex-Servicemen | 2 free chances |
How to Apply for TNPSC Group 1 2026?
1. Apply Online Mode Only
2. Download Official Notification
3. Read the Notification Details Carefully
4. Click on the Application Link given below
5. Fill Application Form all and attached Required attested copies
6. Submit it before the last date
TNPSC Group 1 2026 – Official Apply Link
TNPSC Group 1 2026 Online Form
TNPSC will start accepting online applications from eligible and interested candidates after the release of the detailed TNPSC Group 1 Notification 2026. The link for the online application will be activated at Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission official website www.tnpsc.gov.in. As the application process will start officially we will also provide a direct link below to apply online.
TNSPC Group 1 & 1 A 2026- Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 23.06.2026 |
| Date of Commencement of Receiving Application | 30.06.2026 |
| Last Date and Time for Submission of Online Application | 29.07.2026, 11:59 P.M. |
| Application Correction Window Period | 02.08.2026, 12:01 A.M. to 04.08.2026, 11:59 P.M. |
| Date and Time of Preliminary Examination | 06.09.2026, 09:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. |
| Date of Main Examination | Will be announced later at the time of declaration of the results of the Preliminary Examination. |
EXAM CENTRES :
| Examination Centre | Code |
|---|---|
| Ariyalur | 3001 |
| Chengalpattu | 3301 |
| Chennai | 0101 |
| Coimbatore | 0201 |
| Chidambaram | 0303 |
| Dharmapuri | 0401 |
| Dindigul | 0501 |
| Erode | 0601 |
| Kallakurichi | 3401 |
| Kancheepuram | 0701 |
| Nagercoil | 0801 |
| Karur | 0901 |
| Krishnagiri | 3101 |
| Madurai | 1001 |
| Mayiladuthurai | 3801 |
| Nagapattinam | 1101 |
| Namakkal | 1201 |
| Perambalur | 1401 |
| Pudukkottai | 1501 |
| Ramanathapuram | 1601 |
| Ranipet | 3501 |
| Salem | 1701 |
| Karaikudi | 1805 |
| Tenkasi | 3601 |
| Thanjavur | 1901 |
| The Nilgiris | 1301 |
| Theni | 2001 |
| Thiruvallur | 2101 |
| Tiruvannamalai | 2201 |
| Tiruvarur | 2301 |
| Thoothukudi | 2401 |
| Tiruchirappalli | 2501 |
| Tirunelveli | 2601 |
| Tirupathur | 3701 |
| Tiruppur | 3201 |
| Vellore | 2701 |
| Villupuram | 2801 |
| Virudhunagar | 2901 |
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