The physical qualification requirements for the Tamil Nadu Sub-Inspector (SI) exam include specific standards for physical measurements, endurance tests, and physical efficiency tests. Here are the details:
Physical Measurement Test (PMT):
For Male Candidates:
Height:
Minimum height for General, BC, BCM, MBC/DNC: 170 cm
Minimum height for SC, SC(A), ST: 167 cm
Chest:
Normal: 81 cm
Expansion: Minimum 5 cm (so the expanded chest should be at least 86 cm)
For Female Candidates and Transgender Candidates:
Height:
Minimum height for General, BC, BCM, MBC/DNC: 159 cm
Minimum height for SC, SC(A), ST: 157 cm
Endurance Test:
For Male Candidates:
1500 meters run to be completed in 7 minutes
For Female Candidates and Transgender Candidates:
400 meters run to be completed in 2 minutes and 30 seconds
Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
Candidates who pass the Endurance Test will be required to undergo the Physical Efficiency Test. The PET consists of various events, and the candidates must perform satisfactorily in these events to qualify.
For Male Candidates:
100 meters run: To be completed in 15 seconds
400 meters run: To be completed in 80 seconds
Long Jump: Minimum of 3.80 meters
High Jump: Minimum of 1.20 meters
Shot Put (7.26 kg): Minimum of 5.60 meters
For Female Candidates and Transgender Candidates:
100 meters run: To be completed in 17 seconds
200 meters run: To be completed in 36 seconds
Long Jump: Minimum of 2.75 meters
Shot Put (4 kg): Minimum of 3.75 meters
Note:
Candidates are required to meet the physical standards and pass all the physical tests to be eligible for the final selection.
It is essential to train well in advance to meet the physical requirements and perform effectively in the endurance and efficiency tests.
Ensure that you are in good physical condition and practice regularly to meet these standards.
