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Tripura PSC TCS/TPS Exam Notification | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Procedure | Exam Pattern | Preparation tips | Syllabus
Here’s a detailed guide for the Tripura Public Service Commission (TPSC) TCS (Tripura Civil Services) and TPS (Tripura Police Services) exams, including the exam notification, eligibility, selection process, pattern, preparation tips, and syllabus.
1. Tripura PSC TCS/TPS Exam Notification
- The Tripura Public Service Commission (TPSC) releases the TCS/TPS notification annually. This notification includes details such as exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, and instructions for the application process.
- Candidates can visit the official TPSC website for the latest updates and notifications.
2. Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens.
- Age Limit:
- For TCS (Tripura Civil Services) and TPS (Tripura Police Services), the age limit is generally 21 to 40 years.
- Age Relaxation: As per government rules, relaxation is given for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC, etc.).
- Educational Qualification:
- A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in any discipline is required.
- Candidates applying for TCS or TPS should have knowledge of Bengali or Kokborok (the official languages of Tripura).
- Physical Standards (for TPS):
- Height: For men, a minimum of 165 cm and for women, a minimum of 150 cm.
- Chest: For men, 79 cm with a minimum expansion of 5 cm.
- Vision: Correctable vision of 6/6 or 6/9 for both eyes.
3. Selection Procedure
The selection procedure for the TCS/TPS exam consists of the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination: Objective-type screening test.
- Main Examination: Descriptive-type test for in-depth assessment.
- Physical Efficiency Test (for TPS): Fitness tests for candidates applying for police services.
- Personality Test/Interview: Final assessment of candidates for suitability in civil or police services.
4. Exam Pattern
- Preliminary Exam (Objective-Type):
- General Studies Paper: 200 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours
- General Studies (Aptitude, Mental Ability, etc.): 100 questions, 100 marks, 1 hour
- Prelims Qualifying: The marks obtained in the Prelims are not counted for the final selection.
- Main Exam (Descriptive-Type):
- Paper I: General Studies (Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Environment, etc.) – 200 marks, 3 hours
- Paper II: General Studies (Science, Technology, Ethics, International Relations, etc.) – 200 marks, 3 hours
- Paper III: Language Paper (Bengali/Kokborok/English) – 150 marks, 3 hours
- Paper IV: Optional Subject Paper (choose from subjects like Geography, History, Political Science, etc.) – 200 marks, 3 hours
- Total Marks for the Main Exam: 850 marks (excluding language papers).
- Physical Efficiency Test (for TPS):
- Includes physical tasks like running, long jump, and shot put. Candidates must meet minimum requirements to qualify.
- Personality Test/Interview:
- Carries 150 marks for assessing the candidate’s suitability for public service.
5. Preparation Tips
- Understand the Syllabus: Begin by thoroughly reviewing the syllabus for Prelims and Mains. Focus on Tripura-specific topics, particularly in the areas of history, culture, and geography.
- Strengthen General Studies: Key areas to focus on include Indian history, polity, economy, environment, science, and technology. Stay updated with current affairs relevant to Tripura and national issues.
- Prepare for Physical Efficiency (for TPS): Candidates applying for TPS need to prepare for the physical fitness tests. Regular running, strength training, and physical exercises will help in clearing the fitness rounds.
- Study Bengali/Kokborok: Focus on improving your language proficiency. Practice writing essays, comprehension, and grammar in Bengali/Kokborok or English, depending on the language chosen.
- Focus on Optional Subjects: If you choose an optional subject, ensure you have a clear understanding of its syllabus and relevant topics. Optional subjects like Geography, History, Sociology, and Political Science are commonly chosen.
- Mock Tests and Previous Papers: Regularly solve previous years’ question papers and take mock tests. This will help you understand the exam pattern, improve time management, and boost your confidence.
- Answer Writing Practice: Focus on structured answer writing, especially for the descriptive Mains exam. Ensure clarity, coherence, and proper presentation of ideas.
- Revise Regularly: Frequent revision is essential for retaining information. Make revision notes for quick reference.
6. Syllabus Overview
- Preliminary Exam:
- General Studies: Topics include Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science and Technology, Environment, and Current Affairs (with a focus on Tripura).
- General Studies (Mental Ability): Logical reasoning, quantitative aptitude, and decision-making.
- Main Exam:
- Paper I: Indian History, Culture, Geography, Geography of Tripura, Indian Polity, and Economy.
- Paper II: Science, Technology, Ethics, International Relations, and Environmental issues.
- Paper III: Language Paper (Bengali/Kokborok/English). This includes essay writing, comprehension, letter writing, and grammar.
- Paper IV: Optional subject (choose from subjects like Geography, History, Political Science, Sociology, etc.).
- Candidates have to take up 3 (three) papers from the following optional papers : Paper I & II
1. Bengali
2. English
3. Sanskrit
4. Political Science
5. Economics
6. Philosophy
7. History
8. Education
9. Commerce
10. Mathematics
11. Physics
12. Chemistry
13. Botany
14. Zoology
15. Physiology
16. Psychology
17. Statistics
18. Geography
19. Agriculture
20. Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
21. Civil Engineering
22. Mechanical Engineering
23. Electrical Engineering
24. Law
25. Sociology
- Physical Efficiency Test (for TPS):
- Running (for men: 1500 meters, for women: 400 meters)
- Long Jump
- High Jump
- Shot Put (for men)
- Interview/Personality Test: This test evaluates the candidate’s communication skills, general awareness, and personality.
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