The Tamil Nadu Sub-Inspector (SI) exam syllabus is designed to test the candidates on various subjects and skills. Here is the detailed syllabus:
Written Exam Syllabus:
Part I: General Knowledge
- General Science:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Environmental Science
- History of India:
- Ancient, Medieval, and Modern History
- Indian National Movement
- Geography:
- Physical, Social, and Economic Geography of India
- Geography of Tamil Nadu
- Economics and Commerce:
- Indian Economy
- Agriculture
- Industry
- Trade and Commerce
- Indian Polity:
- Indian Constitution
- Political System
- Panchayat Raj
- Public Administration
- Current Events:
- National and International News
- Sports
- Awards
- Appointments
- Indian Culture:
- Arts and Literature
- Festivals and Customs
- Aptitude and Mental Ability Test:
- Logical Reasoning
- Numerical Ability
- Data Interpretation
Part II: Psychology Test
- Logical Analysis:
- Analogy
- Series
- Pattern Identification
- Numerical Analysis:
- Basic Arithmetic
- Percentage
- Ratio and Proportion
- Communication Skills:
- Understanding and Interpretation of Graphs, Charts, and Tables
- Information Handling Ability:
- Data Sufficiency
- Interpretation and Analysis
- Psychological Traits:
- Personality
- Behavioral Traits
Physical Measurement Test (PMT):
- Height, Chest, and Weight measurements as per the prescribed standards.
Endurance Test:
- Running
- Long Jump
- High Jump
Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
- Events such as 100 meters run, 400 meters run, Long Jump, Shot Put, etc.
Viva-Voce:
- Personal Interview to assess the candidate’s personality, communication skills, and suitability for the role.
Document Verification:
- Verification of educational qualifications, age, community certificate, and other relevant documents.
It is important to prepare thoroughly for each section of the syllabus and practice regularly with mock tests and previous years’ question papers.
