The Psychology syllabus for the TNUSRB Sub-Inspector (SI) Exam focuses on assessing the candidates’ mental ability, reasoning, and understanding of psychological concepts that are relevant to police duties. Below is a detailed outline of the syllabus for this section:
1. Logical Reasoning
- Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning
- Series Completion (Number Series, Alphabet Series)
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations
- Direction Sense
- Logical Sequences
- Analogies
- Cause and Effect
- Logical Puzzles
- Syllogisms
- Statements and Conclusions
- Data Interpretation
2. Numerical and Mental Ability
- Basic Arithmetic
- Percentages
- Profit and Loss
- Ratios and Proportions
- Averages
- Time and Distance
- Time and Work
- Simplification
- Problem Solving
- Quantitative Comparisons
3. Decision Making and Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making Scenarios
- Real-life Problem-Solving Questions
- Situational Judgment Questions
- Prioritization and Task Management
4. Basic Psychology
- Introduction to Psychology
- Understanding Human Behavior
- Motivation and Emotion
- Personality Traits
- Leadership Qualities
- Teamwork
- Stress Management
- Coping Mechanisms
- Handling Stressful Situations
- Communication Skills
- Effective Communication
- Barriers to Communication
- Listening and Interpersonal Skills
5. Police-Specific Topics
- Ethical and Moral Reasoning
- Behavioral Analysis
- Attitude and Aptitude for Community Policing
- Understanding Social Issues
- Gender Sensitivity
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Social Harmony
- Empathy and Compassion in Policing
Preparation Tips:
- Practice reasoning and aptitude questions from previous TNUSRB papers.
- Read basic psychology and behavioral science concepts.
- Focus on situational and ethical reasoning specific to law enforcement.
- Stay updated with current social issues and how they relate to policing.
