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Here’s an in-depth guide to the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) Combined Civil Services Exam (CCSE), which recruits for Group I, Group II, and other state services in Tamil Nadu:

1. Notification

• TNPSC releases the notification for different group exams (Group I, Group II, Group IV) typically once a year. Each notification includes information about the number of vacancies, eligibility, application dates, and exam schedule.
• Candidates can check the TNPSC official website for updates on notifications and application deadlines.

2. Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
• Age Limit: Varies depending on the Group:
  • Group I: 21-32 years for general category (with age relaxation for reserved categories).
  • Group II: 18-30 years for general category (age relaxation applicable for reserved categories).
  • Group IV: 18-30 years for general category (age relaxation applicable).
• Educational Qualification:
  • Group I: A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
  • Group II: A Bachelor’s degree for most posts, with some exceptions where specific qualifications are required.
  • Group IV: Higher Secondary (12th standard) or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Tamil: Proficiency in Tamil is mandatory for most posts.

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3. Selection Procedure

TNPSC exams have a multi-stage selection process depending on the group:

• Group I: Prelims, Mains, and Interview.
• Group II: Prelims, Mains (descriptive paper for selected posts), and Interview (only for Group II-A posts).
• Group IV: Single-stage exam (written) followed by counseling based on merit.

4. Exam Pattern

• Group I:
  • Preliminary Exam: Single objective paper with 200 questions, 300 marks, 3 hours (general studies, aptitude, and mental ability).
  • Main Exam: Descriptive papers (three papers) covering general studies and essay topics – each paper carries 250 marks.
  • Interview: Carries 100 marks.
• Group II:
  • Preliminary Exam: Objective paper with 200 questions, 300 marks, 3 hours (general studies, Tamil eligibility test, and aptitude).
  • Main Exam: Two parts, Part A (Tamil-to-English translation) and Part B (essay writing), both together carrying 300 marks.
  • Interview: For Group II-A posts, the interview is worth 40 marks.
• Group IV:
  • Written Exam: Single paper with 200 questions, 300 marks, 3 hours (general studies, aptitude, and Tamil language skills).
  • Final selection is based on marks in the written exam followed by counseling.

5. Preparation Tips

• Understand the Syllabus: Carefully review the TNPSC syllabus for each group, especially Tamil Nadu-specific topics.
• Current Affairs and General Awareness: Regularly read newspapers and magazines, focusing on Tamil Nadu-specific issues, policies, culture, and recent developments.
• Master Core Subjects: Build a strong foundation in history, geography, polity, economy, and science, with a focus on topics related to Tamil Nadu.
• Language Proficiency: Strengthen Tamil language skills, as language proficiency is key for TNPSC exams.
• Practice Mock Tests: Take mock tests regularly to improve time management and accuracy.
• Answer Writing Practice: For Mains, develop descriptive answer-writing skills, especially for essays and translation tasks (for Group I and II).
• Revision of General Studies and Aptitude: Practice questions from general studies and mental ability for Prelims.

6. Syllabus Overview

• Group I & II Syllabus:
  • Prelims: Topics include general studies (history, geography, Indian polity, economy, general science, and environment), Tamil Nadu-specific history and culture, and aptitude.
  • Mains (Group I): Includes in-depth topics on Indian and Tamil Nadu history, geography, polity, administration, science and technology, ethics, and current events, along with essay writing.
  • Mains (Group II): Focus on translation tasks and essays on general topics.
• Group IV Syllabus:
  • General studies and Tamil Nadu history, polity, economy, and Tamil language proficiency.