TNPSC Group 1 Mains Syllabus

TNPSC Group 1 Main Exam syllabus includes the following subjects:

Paper-I: General Studies (Descriptive Type)

1. Modern History and Indian Culture
2. Social Issues
3. National and International Aptitude
4. Indian Polity
5. Indian Economy
6. Geography
7. Science and Technology
8. Environment and Ecology

Paper-II: General Studies (Descriptive Type)

1. Indian Polity and Emerging Political Trends across the world affecting India
2. Role and impact of Science and Technology in the development of India and Tamil Nadu
3. Tamil Society, its Culture and Heritage
4. Administration of Union and States with special reference to Tamil Nadu
5. Rural Development, Panchayat Raj Institutions, and Urban Local Bodies
6. Current Socio-economic problems and Development in India and Tamil Nadu

Paper-III: General Studies (Descriptive Type)

1. Current Events of National and International Importance
2. History and Culture of India and Tamil Nadu
3. Geography of India and Tamil Nadu
4. Indian Polity and Economy
5. Indian National Movement
6. Aptitude and Mental Ability

Interview and Record

The interview is usually conducted to assess the candidate’s mental alertness, critical powers of assimilation, clear and logical exposition, the balance of judgment, variety, and depth of interest, the ability for social cohesion, leadership, and intellectual and moral integrity.