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TNPSC Group 1 Mock Tests, Syllabus & Complete Exam Guide

TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group I Services). Practise 32 full-length mock tests on the official pattern, drill every topic, and get the eligibility, syllabus, cut-off, rank and college details you need — all in one place.

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TNPSC Group 1 at a glance

Prelims questions
200
Prelims marks
300
Duration
3 hours
Marking
+1.5 · no negative
ModeOffline (OMR) · available in Tamil and English
FrequencyOnce a year (as notified)
LanguagesTamil & English (bilingual)
By the ExamguruX Editorial TeamReviewed for pattern accuracy against Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)Last updated 23 July 2026

TNPSC Group 1 full-length mock tests

Attempt 32 full-length TNPSC Group 1 mock tests built on the official 200-question pattern. The first mock is free — every test comes with instant results and a step-by-step solution for each question.

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TNPSC Group 1 topic-wise tests & syllabus

285 topic tests across 10 subjects — a focused set of 15 tests for every topic in the TNPSC Group 1 syllabus, tagged with approximate exam weightage so you practise where the marks are.

285 topic-wise tests · 15 per topic across 10 subjects. Pick a subject, expand a topic, and start drilling.

Physics & Chemistry — Test 01

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Physics & Chemistry — Test 05

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Physics & Chemistry — Test 14

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TNPSC Group 1 sample questions (Tamil & English)

A few TNPSC Group 1 practice questions with answers and step-by-step solutions, shown in Tamil and English — the same bilingual format you get in the test player.

General ScienceSample 1

Luminous intensity of a light source is measured using which SI base unit?

  • A.Lumen
  • B.Candela
  • C.Lux
  • D.Watt

Solution: The candela (cd) is the SI base unit of luminous intensity.

தமிழ்

ஒளி மூலத்தின் ஒளிச் செறிவை அளக்கப் பயன்படும் SI அடிப்படை அலகு எது?

  • A. லுமன்
  • B. கேண்டெலா
  • C. லக்ஸ்
  • D. வாட்

ஒளிச் செறிவின் SI அடிப்படை அலகு கேண்டெலா (cd) ஆகும்.

Current EventsSample 2

In which city is the headquarters of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) situated?

  • A.Hyderabad
  • B.Bengaluru
  • C.Thiruvananthapuram
  • D.New Delhi

Solution: ISRO is headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka.

தமிழ்

இந்திய விண்வெளி ஆராய்ச்சி நிறுவனத்தின் (ISRO) தலைமையகம் எந்த நகரில் அமைந்துள்ளது?

  • A. ஹைதராபாத்
  • B. பெங்களூரு
  • C. திருவனந்தபுரம்
  • D. புது தில்லி

ISRO-வின் தலைமையகம் கர்நாடகாவின் பெங்களூருவில் உள்ளது.

GeographySample 3

Which peak is the highest mountain located entirely within Indian territory?

  • A.K2
  • B.Kangchenjunga
  • C.Nanda Devi
  • D.Anamudi

Solution: Kangchenjunga is the highest mountain peak lying wholly within India.

தமிழ்

இந்தியப் பகுதிக்குள் முழுமையாக அமைந்துள்ள மிக உயரமான மலைச்சிகரம் எது?

  • A. கே2
  • B. கஞ்சன்ஜங்கா
  • C. நந்தா தேவி
  • D. ஆனைமுடி

இந்தியாவிற்குள் முழுமையாக அமைந்துள்ள மிக உயரமான சிகரம் கஞ்சன்ஜங்கா ஆகும்.

History & Culture of IndiaSample 4

The Indus Valley Civilisation is also known as the:

  • A.Vedic Civilisation
  • B.Harappan Civilisation
  • C.Mauryan Civilisation
  • D.Gupta Civilisation

Solution: The Indus Valley Civilisation is also called the Harappan Civilisation, after Harappa.

தமிழ்

சிந்து சமவெளி நாகரிகம் வேறு எந்தப் பெயரால் அறியப்படுகிறது?

  • A. வேத நாகரிகம்
  • B. ஹரப்பா நாகரிகம்
  • C. மௌரிய நாகரிகம்
  • D. குப்த நாகரிகம்

ஹரப்பா என்ற இடத்தின் பெயரால் சிந்து சமவெளி நாகரிகம் ஹரப்பா நாகரிகம் என்றும் அழைக்கப்படுகிறது.

Indian PolitySample 5

Which Article of the Constitution guarantees the Right to Equality?

  • A.Article 14
  • B.Article 19
  • C.Article 21
  • D.Article 32

Solution: Article 14 guarantees equality before the law.

தமிழ்

அரசியலமைப்பின் எந்தச் சட்டப்பிரிவு சமத்துவ உரிமையை உறுதி செய்கிறது?

  • A. பிரிவு 14
  • B. பிரிவு 19
  • C. பிரிவு 21
  • D. பிரிவு 32

பிரிவு 14 சட்டத்தின் முன் சமத்துவத்தை உறுதி செய்கிறது.

Indian EconomySample 6

Which body regulates monetary policy in India?

  • A.SEBI
  • B.Reserve Bank of India
  • C.NITI Aayog
  • D.Finance Commission

Solution: The Reserve Bank of India regulates monetary policy in the country.

தமிழ்

இந்தியாவில் பணவியல் கொள்கையை ஒழுங்குபடுத்தும் அமைப்பு எது?

  • A. செபி
  • B. இந்திய ரிசர்வ் வங்கி
  • C. நிதி ஆயோக்
  • D. நிதி ஆணையம்

இந்திய ரிசர்வ் வங்கி நாட்டின் பணவியல் கொள்கையை ஒழுங்குபடுத்துகிறது.

About the TNPSC Group 1 exam

Recruitment to Tamil Nadu's top Group I posts such as Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police and Assistant Commissioner.

What is TNPSC Group 1?

TNPSC Group 1 — formally the Combined Civil Services Examination-I — is the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission's flagship examination for the state's most senior directly-recruited administrative posts. It is the state-level equivalent of the UPSC Civil Services Examination and is among the most competitive exams in Tamil Nadu.

The selection runs in three stages: a Preliminary examination (objective, for screening), a Main examination (descriptive, which decides the merit) and an oral test (interview). The exam is conducted in both Tamil and English, so a candidate may read the questions and write the answers in whichever official language they are more comfortable with.

Why the post you get depends on your rank

Clearing TNPSC Group 1 leads to posts such as Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) and District Registrar — roles that carry real authority in the administration of the state. The specific post you are allotted depends on your final merit rank and the preferences you submit.

Because the Preliminary is only a gateway and the Mains and interview decide the rank, a strong all-round preparation matters: you need enough in the Prelims to qualify comfortably, and then the depth and writing skill to convert that into a high Mains score. Practising bilingual, exam-accurate mock tests is the most reliable way to build both the speed for the Prelims and the command of Tamil Nadu-specific material that sets Group 1 apart.

TNPSC Group 1 eligibility & exam pattern

Check whether you meet the TNPSC Group 1 eligibility criteria and understand exactly how the paper is structured and marked before you plan your preparation.

Eligibility criteria

Educational qualification
A Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
Age limit
Generally 21–32 years for the Preliminary exam; upper age relaxations apply for SC/ST/MBC/BC, ex-servicemen and other categories as per TNPSC rules.
Knowledge of Tamil
Candidates must possess adequate knowledge of Tamil; the Mains includes a qualifying Tamil Eligibility Test (Paper I).
Number of attempts
There is no fixed cap on attempts, subject to the upper age limit for your category.
Nationality
Indian citizens who meet the residence and other conditions are eligible.
Physical standards
Certain posts (e.g. Deputy Superintendent of Police) carry additional physical and medical standards.

Exam pattern & marking

SubjectQuestionsMarks
General Studies (Degree standard)History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Science, Current Events, TN-specific150225
Aptitude & Mental Ability Test5075
Total200300

The Preliminary paper has 200 questions, each carrying 1.5 marks for a total of 300 marks, with NO negative marking — so you should attempt every question. The paper is offered in both Tamil and English, and you may answer in either language.

Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes).

How to prepare for TNPSC Group 1

A fresher-friendly TNPSC Group 1 roadmap — understand the paper first, follow a month-by-month plan, build a weekly routine and peak with reviewed full-length mocks.

Beginner-friendly roadmap

Your TNPSC Group 1 plan: first day to exam day

Start with the paper structure, build concepts in layers, then use timed practice and review to turn preparation into a repeatable score.

Coverage10 subjects
Exam clock3 hours (180 minutes)
MarkingThe Preliminary paper has 200 questions, each carrying 1.5 marks for a total of 300 marks, with NO negative marking — so you should attempt every question. The paper is offered in both Tamil and English, and you may answer in either language.

The first 12 weeks

A plan a fresher can actually follow

  1. Month 1

    Understand the paper and build your base

    Read the official pattern first, then make a realistic subject map for 10 subjects. Begin with General Science, Current Events, Geography. Focus on concepts before speed.

    Take one diagnostic topic test. Its purpose is to find gaps, not to judge your score.
  2. Month 2

    Finish the core syllabus through practice

    Cover the remaining syllabus, including History & Culture of India, Indian Polity, Indian Economy, Indian National Movement, Tamil Nadu History & Culture, Development Administration in TN, Aptitude & Mental Ability, while revising Month 1 every week. Move from untimed questions to short timed sets.

    Keep a single error log: concept missed, why it happened and the correct method.
  3. Month 3

    Build exam temperament with mocks

    Use the real exam time limit (3 hours (180 minutes)) in full-length practice. Review every mock longer than it took to attempt it; the review is where improvement happens.

    Turn each weak area from your error log into a 30–45 minute repair session.

Your repeatable week

The study loop that makes revision stick

  1. 1
    Learn

    Read one focused concept block and make a short revision sheet.

  2. 2
    Solve

    Immediately answer topic questions; do not wait until you have ‘finished’ the syllabus.

  3. 3
    Review

    Log mistakes by concept, not just by score. Revisit them after 2–3 days.

  4. 4
    Simulate

    Use a timed section or mock to practise decisions under the clock.

Mock-test ladder

Don’t start with a full mock every day

  • Month 1: topic tests after each completed concept.
  • Month 2: one timed sectional test each week, plus error-log revision.
  • Month 3: one or two full mocks weekly under the real 3 hours (180 minutes) clock.

TNPSC Group 1-specific priorities

What to focus on as you move through the plan

  1. 1

    Master the Tamil Nadu-specific units

    History, culture, socio-political movements and development administration of Tamil Nadu carry a large, exam-defining share of marks. This is where Group 1 differs most from national exams — study the state board Tamil Nadu textbooks thoroughly.

  2. 2

    Build a strong NCERT and state-board base

    Polity, History, Geography, Economy and Science at degree standard rest on solid fundamentals. Combine NCERT with Tamil Nadu Samacheer Kalvi textbooks so you are ready to answer in either language.

  3. 3

    Score heavily in Aptitude & Mental Ability

    A quarter of the Prelims (50 of 200 questions) is aptitude and reasoning. With practice these are the most reliable marks in the paper — drill arithmetic, data interpretation and reasoning until they are quick and automatic.

  4. 4

    Follow current affairs the TNPSC way

    Track national and, especially, Tamil Nadu current events — schemes, appointments, awards and state policy — from a year before the exam, as current events feed both the Prelims and the Mains.

  5. 5

    Practise in your chosen language

    Decide early whether you will attempt in Tamil or English, and practise mocks in that language so the terminology, especially in Polity and Economy, is second nature on exam day.

  6. 6

    Bridge into the Mains early

    Because the Mains decides your rank, begin answer-writing practice alongside your Prelims revision. Aim to qualify the Prelims with a clear margin so you can turn your attention fully to the descriptive papers.

Final 7 days

Revise your short notes and error log; do not begin major new topics.

Take only the number of mocks you can properly review; protect sleep and routine.

Confirm the official admit-card instructions, reporting time, centre and permitted items.

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TNPSC Group 1 marks, cut-offs & merit

Use this practice benchmark to understand score ranges, qualifying cut-offs and the selection stages for TNPSC Group 1. The conducting authority sets official merit and appointments.

TNPSC Group 1 marks vs. rank

Score rangePrelims zoneGuidance
230+ / 300Top zoneVery safe for the Mains
200–229StrongComfortably through the Prelims
180–199Safe (General)Around the General cut-off
160–179BorderlineMay clear for reserved categories
140–159Below cut-offUnlikely to qualify — strengthen basics

Prelims cut-off by category (indicative)

General (UR)Prelims cut-off

Indicative marks: ≈ 180 – 190

BCPrelims cut-off

Indicative marks: ≈ 175 – 185

MBC / DNCPrelims cut-off

Indicative marks: ≈ 170 – 182

SCPrelims cut-off

Indicative marks: ≈ 150 – 168

STPrelims cut-off

Indicative marks: ≈ 130 – 155

The Preliminary pattern, marking and bilingual format are the official TNPSC Group 1 details. Prelims cut-offs and score zones are indicative, based on recent-cycle trends, and vary each year; the final selection is decided by the Mains and oral test, not the Prelims marks. Always verify current specifics on tnpsc.gov.in.

Group 1 posts you can get through TNPSC

TNPSC Group 1 fills the most senior directly-recruited posts in the Tamil Nadu government. Final allocation depends on your merit rank and post preferences after the Mains and oral test.

PostDepartment / ServiceGroupPay level / Grade
Deputy CollectorTamil Nadu Civil ServiceGroup ILevel 22
Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)Tamil Nadu Police ServiceGroup ILevel 22
Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes)Commercial Taxes Dept.Group ILevel 22
District RegistrarRegistration DepartmentGroup ILevel 22
Deputy Registrar of Co-operative SocietiesCo-operation DepartmentGroup ILevel 21
District Officer / Assistant DirectorVarious state departmentsGroup ILevel 20–21
District Employment OfficerEmployment & TrainingGroup ILevel 20
Divisional Officer (Fire & Rescue)Fire & Rescue ServicesGroup ILevel 20

A representative view of posts and selection routes linked to TNPSC Group 1. Confirm vacancies, stages and final appointments in the current official notice.

TNPSC Group 1 important dates

The typical TNPSC Group 1 recruitment timeline, from notification to result and document verification. Dates are tentative until the official notice is released.

  1. Notification & online application

    As announced by TNPSC on tnpsc.gov.in

  2. Preliminary examination

    As per the TNPSC annual calendar

  3. Prelims result & Mains registration

    A few weeks after the Prelims

  4. Main (written) examination

    Descriptive, three papers over separate days

  5. Oral test (interview)

    For candidates shortlisted after the Mains

  6. Final result & posting

    Merit list published by TNPSC

TNPSC Group 1 news & guides

The latest dates, notices and preparation guides for TNPSC Group 1, checked against official sources.

TNPSC Group 1 — frequently asked questions

Quick, reliable answers to the questions TNPSC Group 1 aspirants ask most.

What is the TNPSC Group 1 Prelims exam pattern?

The Preliminary examination is a single objective paper of 200 questions worth 300 marks (each question carries 1.5 marks), to be completed in 3 hours. It covers General Studies at degree standard (150 questions) and an Aptitude & Mental Ability Test (50 questions). There is no negative marking, and the paper is available in both Tamil and English.

Is TNPSC Group 1 conducted in Tamil and English?

Yes. TNPSC Group 1 is a bilingual examination — the question paper is provided in both Tamil and English, and candidates may read and answer in whichever official language they prefer. The Main examination additionally includes a qualifying Tamil Eligibility Test.

What is the selection process for TNPSC Group 1?

Selection has three stages: a Preliminary examination (objective, used only for screening), a Main examination (descriptive — a qualifying Tamil paper plus three General Studies papers of 250 marks each), and an oral test of 100 marks. The final merit rank is based on the Mains and the oral test; the Prelims marks are not added to the final total.

Which posts are offered under TNPSC Group 1?

Group 1 leads to senior posts such as Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes), District Registrar and Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies. The specific post you receive depends on your final merit rank and your stated preferences.

What is the eligibility for TNPSC Group 1?

You need a Bachelor's degree in any discipline and must be within the age band for the exam (generally 21–32 years, with relaxations for reserved categories). Adequate knowledge of Tamil is required, and the Mains includes a qualifying Tamil Eligibility Test.

How should I use mock tests to prepare for TNPSC Group 1?

Because the Prelims rewards speed and broad accuracy without negative marking, take full-length bilingual mocks in your chosen language to practise attempting all 200 questions in 3 hours. Use subject and topic tests — especially for the Tamil Nadu-specific units and Aptitude — to build depth, then review each mock to close your weak areas before the next attempt.

Official sources & references

Use Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)'s official sources below to verify the latest TNPSC Group 1 pattern, marking, eligibility, dates and notices. Exam details can change each cycle, so confirm current specifics before relying on them.

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