TNPSC & Competitive Exam Syllabus Hub 2026 — Official PDFs
TNPSC & Competitive Exam Syllabus Hub 2026
All syllabi below are sourced from the Tamil Nadu Employment & Training Department official portal:
tamilnaducareerservices.tn.gov.in/vle/syllabus.
| Exam | TNPSC Test page | Official PDF |
|---|---|---|
| TNPSC Group 1 | TNPSC Group 1 syllabus page | Official PDF |
| TNPSC Group 2 & 2A | TNPSC Group 2 & 2A syllabus page | Official PDF |
| TNPSC Group 4 | TNPSC Group 4 syllabus page | Official PDF |
| TNPSC Group 7B & 8 | TNPSC Group 7B & 8 syllabus page | Official PDF |
| SSC | — | Official PDF |
| RRB | — | Official PDF |
| IBPS Banking | — | Official PDF |
| UPSC | — | Official PDF |
| SSC CGLE Tier 1 | — | Official PDF |
| CDS | — | Official PDF |
| NDA | — | Official PDF |
| Air Force | — | Official PDF |
| TNUSRB SI & PC | — | Official PDF |
| SRB / TRB | — | Official PDF |
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Why the TNPSC syllabus should drive your preparation
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) conducts recruitment for a wide
range of state government posts — from Group 1 administrative services to Group 4
clerical and Village Administrative Officer (VAO) roles. Every serious aspirant should
begin with the official syllabus rather than random study material,
because TNPSC frames its question papers strictly around the notified topics. Reading
the syllabus first tells you exactly which subjects carry weight, where to focus your
limited study hours, and which optional or degree-standard topics apply to your group.
How the groups differ
- Group 1 — degree-standard general studies plus aptitude; the most
competitive, with a preliminary exam, a descriptive main exam and an interview. - Group 2 & 2A — general studies and aptitude at graduate level;
Group 2 includes an interview post, while 2A is non-interview. - Group 4 & VAO — SSLC-standard general studies, aptitude and
general Tamil/English; the largest recruitment and the usual entry point for freshers.
Because the general studies portion overlaps heavily across groups, most candidates
build one strong foundation (history, geography, polity, economy, science and current
affairs) and then add the group-specific and degree-standard topics on top.
A simple way to use this hub
- Download the official PDF for your target exam from the table above.
- Open our matching subject page for a plain-language breakdown and practice.
- Map each syllabus line to a resource, then track completion weekly.
- Revise with our free daily current affairs and weekly compilations.
Frequently asked questions
Where does TNPSC publish its official syllabus?
TNPSC syllabi are published on the Tamil Nadu Employment & Training Department career-services portal and inside each exam notification. Always cross-check the version for your notification year, as topics are occasionally revised.
Is the syllabus the same every year?
The core structure is stable, but TNPSC updates specific topics from time to time. Use the PDF linked in your current notification as the final authority.
Can one preparation cover multiple groups?
Yes. The general studies foundation is common across Groups 1, 2, 2A and 4, so a single strong base plus group-specific additions is the most efficient strategy.
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