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The TNPSC exam is a recruitment exam executed by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC). The recruitment exams for Group 1, 2, 3, and 4 vacancies are conducted each year to shortlist the most qualified candidates. And candidates who have qualified for the exam were eligible for the next selection process.
Difference Between TNPSC Group 1 and Group 2
In this article, we give well-explained notes on TNPSC Group 1 and Group 2. Let’s examine the differences based on its features like posts, eligibility criteria, salary structure, online application mode, etc.
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TNPSC Group 1 – Overview
TNPSC brings the Combined Civil Services Examination-I exam to recruit officers for Group 1 services in the Tamil Nadu state administration. This exam is also prevalent as TNPSC Group 1. TNPSC Group 1 exam is split into three stages including Prelims exam, Mains Exam, and Interview.
Refer to the data mentioned below table to the exact details related to the TNPSC Exam.
| Exam name | TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination- I (Group – I Services) |
| Organizing body | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
| Exam pattern | The selection process for the TNPSC Group 1 exam is segmented into three stages:
1. Prelims – MCQ based paper – 300 marks 2. Mains – 3 descriptive papers – totally 750 marks 3. Interview – 100 marks |
TNPSC Group 1 Posts
| Name of the Post | Name of the Service |
| Deputy Collector | Tamil Nadu Civil Service |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category-I) | Tamil Nadu Police Service |
| Assistant Commissioner (C.T.) | Tamil Nadu Commercial Taxes Service |
| Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies | Tamil Nadu Co-operative Service |
| Assistant Director of Rural Development | Tamil Nadu Panchayat Development Service |
| District Officer (Fire and Rescue Services) | Tamil Nadu Fire and Rescue Services |
TNPSC Group 1 Eligibility Criteria
Graduation is the minimum eligibility to apply for TNPSC Group 1. General TNPSC Group 1 essential eligibility details for all TNPSC Exams are noted below:
- Citizenship
- Character and Antecedents
- No Bigamy
- Related to candidates working in the government sector.
- Sound Health etc.
- Age Limit
- Knowledge of Tami
TNPSC Group 1 Age Limit
The Eligibility Criteria for TNPSC Group 1 Exam based on age is noted here:
| Post Name | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | |
| SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BCs, BCMs and DWs of all categories | Others excluding SCs, SC(A)s, STs, etc. | ||
| All posts excluding Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes ) | 21 years | 37 years | 32 years |
| Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Taxes) | |||
| For applicants possessing any degree | 21 | 37 | 32 |
| For applicants possessing B.L. a degree from a recognized university | 21 | 38 | 33 |
Educational Qualification – Candidates applying for the TNPSC Group 1 exam must possess a graduate certificate from a recognized University/institution
Physical Qualification – Minimum physical qualifications varies from post to post.
TNPSC Group 1 Age Relaxation
Age relaxation related to TNPSC Group 1exam is noted below:
| Category | Age Limit Relaxation |
| SC/ SC (Arunthathiyars) | 5 years |
| ST | 5 years |
| Most Backward Classes/ Denotified Communities | 5 years |
| Backward Classes | 5 years |
| Destitute Widows (All Categories) | 5 years |
TNPSC Group 1 Exam Pattern 2022
TNPSC Group 1 exam pattern is noted in the table below. TNPSC Group 1 prelim is of 300 marks and candidates require to qualify the same to get the chance for the next selection round.
TNPSC Group 1 Prelims 2022: Exam Pattern
| Exam | Details |
| Exam Name | Combined Civil Services – I |
| Number of Papers | One |
| Number of Questions | 200 |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Nature of Questions | Objective Type (MCQs) |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Subjects/Syllabus | General Studies – 175 questions; Aptitude & Mental Ability – 25 questions |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|
| Duration | 3 hours |
Exam Pattern for TNPSC Group 1 Mains
In TNPSC Group 1 Exam Pattern for Mains, candidates are requested to write three descriptive-type papers whose weightage in total is 750 marks.
The Mains Exam Pattern is mentioned below.
| Exam | Details |
| Exam Name | Combined Civil Services – I Group -1 Services Main Written Examination |
| Number of Papers | Three |
| Total Marks |
Total: 750 + 100 marks (for Interview) |
| Nature of Questions | Descriptive-Type |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|
| Duration | 3 hours for each paper |
TNPSC Group 1 Posts and Salary Structure
The basic salary per month given to TNPSC Group 1 officers starts from Rs. 56100 (including TA, DA and HRA will be extra). The maximum salary expected to give to a cabinet secretary is Rs. 177500.
TNPSC Group 1 exam has many Technical jobs; the table below shows the job groups and salaries.
| Group I – Technical Posts | Salary (in INR) |
| Asst. Engineer | 19050-45850 |
| Asst. Motor Vehicle Inspector | 15280-40510 |
| Industrial Promotion Officer | 16150-42590 |
Along with the TNPSC Group 1 Salary, the qualified candidates will be awarded with a dearness allowance of 132% of the basic salary. In extra, the HRA, Travel Allowance, Medical allowance, City compensation allowance, and other allowances.
TNPSC Group 2 Exam – Overview
Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission will operate Combined Civil Service Examination 2022 for recruiting eligible candidates for Group 2 & Group 2A posts. Check the summary of the TNPSC Group 2 Exam from the mentioned table.
| TNPSC Group 2 Notification 2022 | |
| Conducting Body | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission |
| Exam | TNPSC Group 2 & 2A Exam |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| Exam Type | State Level Exam |
| Language | Tamil and English |
| Salary | Rs. 37200 – 117600 |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Official Website | tnpsc.gov.in |
| TNPSC Help desk | 044-25332833 |
TNPSC Group 2 Posts
TNPSC Group 2 posts of interviews & Non-Interview posts has been tabulated below-
| TNPSC Group 2 Interview Posts |
| Post Name |
| Junior Employment Officer (NonDifferently Abled) in Employment and Training (Employment Wing) Department |
| Probation Officer in the Department of Prisons and Correctional Services |
| Assistant Inspector of Labour in the Labour Department |
| Sub Registrar, Grade-II in Registration Department |
| Junior Employment Officer (Differently Abled) in Employment and Training (Employment Wing) Department |
| Special Assistant in Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Department |
| Special Branch Assistant in Intelligence Section, Office of the Commissioner of Police |
| Special Branch Assistant in Special Branch of Criminal Investigation Department |
| TNPSC Group 2A Vacancy 2022 [Non-Interview Posts] |
| Post Name |
| Municipal Commissioner, Grade-II in Municipal Administration Department |
| Assistant Section Officer in Secretariat, Other than Law and Finance Department |
| Assistant Section Officer in Secretariat, Law Department |
| Assistant Section Officer in Secretariat, Finance Department |
| Assistant Section Officer in Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission |
| Full-Time Residential Warden (Men’s Hostel) in Dr. Ambedkar Government Law College, Chennai |
| Senior Inspector of Co-Operative Societies in Department of Co-operative Societies |
| Audit Inspector in the Audit Wing of Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Administration Department |
| Assistant Inspector in Local Fund Audit Department |
| Supervisor / Junior Superintendent in Agricultural Marketing and Agri-Business Department |
| Handloom Inspector in Handlooms and Textiles Department |
| Assistant in Commissionerate of Revenue Administration Department |
| Revenue Assistant in Revenue Department |
| Assistant in the Divisions of Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department |
| Assistant in the Divisions of Commercial Taxes Department |
| Assistant in various Departments in Tamil Nadu Ministerial Service /Tamil Nadu Town Panchayat Subordinate Service /Tamil Nadu Co-Operative Audit Subordinate Service / Tamil Nadu General Subordinate Service |
| Executive Officer, Grade-II in Town Panchayat Department |
| Junior Co-operative Auditor in the Department of Co-Operative Audit |
| Audit Assistant in Accounts Branch of Highways Department |
| Personal Clerk in Secretariat (Other than Law and Finance Department) |
| Personal Clerk in Secretariat (Finance Department) |
| Personal Clerk in Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission |
| Steno-Typist in Secretariat (Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly) |
| Planning Junior Assistant, Tamil Nadu State Planning Commission |
| Assistant in Secretariat (Other than Law and Finance Department) |
| Assistant in Secretariat (Law Department) |
| Assistant in Secretariat (Finance Department) |
| Assistant in Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission |
| Assistant in Secretariat (Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly) |
| Lower Division Clerk in Secretariat (Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly) |
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TNPSC Group 2 2022 Eligibility Criteria
The candidate must fulfill all the eligibility criteria to be qualified to apply online for TNPSC Group 2. If a candidate failed to match the eligibility criteria, the candidature of a candidate can be rejected at any level of examination. Have a look at the data mentioned below to understand the eligibility criteria for TNPSC Group 2.
TNPS Group 2 Age limit
| Name of the Post | Minimum Age limit (for all categories) | Maximum Age Limit for “Others” (applicants not belonging to SC, SC (A), ST, MBC/ DC, BC, and BCM) |
| For all posts (except Sub-Registrar Grade – II, Probation Officer in the Prison Department and Social Defence Department) | 18 Years | 30 Years |
| Sub-Registrar Grade- II | 20 Years | |
| Probation Officer in the Prison Department | 22 Years | |
| Probation Officer in the Social Defence Department | 26 Years | 40 Years |
TNPSC Group 2 Age Relaxation
There is no maximum age limit for Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Caste (Arunthathiyars), Scheduled Tribes, Most Backward Classes / Denotified Communities, Backward Classes, Backward Classes (Muslims), and Destitute Widows of all categories.
- Age relaxation up to 10 years above the maximum age limit is given to differently-abled persons
- The maximum age limit for ex-servicemen is 48 years. Yet, the age concession does not apply to the ex-servicemen applicants who have already been recruited to any class or service, or category.
TNPSC Group 2 Educational Qualification
There are various educational qualification essentials for various posts in TNPSC Group 2. The candidates are requested to read their educational qualifications carefully before filling the application form. Check Educational Qualification mentioned in the table below for all the posts for TNPSC Group 2.
| Post Name | Essential Educational Qualification | Preferential Qualification |
| Industrial Co-Operative Officer in the Industries and Commerce Department | A Graduation in BCom or BA, or BSc (other than in a professional subject not being Agriculture) | NA |
| Probation Officer in Social Defence Department | Graduation in BA/ BSc/ BCom from any UGC recognized university or institution.
OR BOL of Annamalai University OR BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University or Bachelor of Letters (BLitt) of Madras University or BBM/ BLitt of Bharathiyar University |
Provided that other things are equal preference shall be given to candidates who have a degree in Sociology or Psychology.
Provided further that other thing being equal preference shall be given to those who possess practical experience in having done Social Welfare work or who possess a Diploma in Social Service having experience in Social and moral hygiene and aftercare work. |
| Junior Employment Officer (Non-Differently Abled) in Employment and Training (Employment Wing) Department | A Graduation in Arts or Science or Commerce or BOL of Annamalai University or BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University or BLitt of Madras University or BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University | NA |
| Probation Officer in the Prison Department | Graduation in BA or BSc or BCom or BOL of Annamalai University or BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University or BLitt of Madras University or BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University | Provided that other things are equal preference shall be given to persons
i) Who has an MA degree in Criminology or Sociology or a degree in Sociology or Psychology OR ii) Who has a diploma in Sociology or Psychology in addition to a degree in any subject other than Sociology or Psychology OR iii) Who has rendered Social Welfare Work for a time of not less than one year OR iv) Who has a diploma in Social Work awarded by the Madras School of Social Work |
| Assistant Inspector of labor in the Labour Department | A Graduation in Arts or Science or Commerce or Engineering or BOL of Annamalai University or BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University or BLitt of Madras University or BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University | Other things being equal preference shall be given to candidates
(i) Who has an MA degree in Social Work OR (ii) Who has the diploma awarded by the Madras School of Social Work OR (iii) Who has an MA degree in Applied Psychology of the Sagar University OR (iv) Who might undergo the diploma course of two years duration at the Institute for Labour Welfare Workers, Bombay or The Xavier Labour Relation Institute, Bihar OR (v) Who might undergo the diploma course of PSG school of Social Work, Coimbatore on Labour Specialisation or the Post Graduate Diploma Course in Social Services conducted by the Institute of Social Science, Loyola College, Madras under the direction of the Indian Institute of Social Order, Pune OR (vi) Who has the Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) of the University of Baroda OR (vii) Who has a Post Graduate Diploma in Labour Administration awarded by the Tamil Nadu Institute of Labour Studies. OR (viii) Who has a Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management, Industrial Relations and Labour Welfare awarded by the Madras Productivity Council OR ix) Who has a PG Diploma in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations, conducted by the Madurai Institute of Social Work, Madurai OR x) Who has an MA degree in work Education awarded by the University of Madras OR (xi) Who are Released Short Service, Regular Commissioned Officers or Emergency Commissioned Officers OR Other Ex-Servicemen |
| Sub Registrar, Grade-II | A Graduation from any university or Institution recognized by the UGC for the purpose of its grant | Provided that other things are equal preference shall be given to persons who possess a BL degree in addition to the qualification specified |
| Special Assistant in the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Department | Graduation in any and technical qualification
Must have passed the Government Technical Examination in Typewriting both by Higher/ Senior Grade in Tamil and English |
NA |
| Municipal Commissioner, Grade-II | A Graduation from any UGC recognized university/ institution | NA |
| Assistant SectionOfficer in Law Department in Secretariat | BL degree awarded by any university recognized by UGC | NA |
| Assistant SectionOfficer in Finance Department in Secretariat | A post-graduation in Commerce/ Economics/ Statistics
OR Graduation in Commerce/ Economics/ Statistics with a pass in the final examination of the ICWAI |
NA |
| Assistant SectionOfficer, Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Secretariat | Graduation in BA or BSc or BCom of any University or BOL of Annamalai University or BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University or BLitt of Madras University or BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University | NA |
| Assistant SectionOfficer in Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission | i) A post-graduation degree
ii) A graduation degree and BGL degree OR A graduation degree with first-class in any one of the parts Provided that in the case of a candidate belonging to SC, SC(A), ST, MBC/ DC, BC (Other than BCM), and BCM it shall be sufficient if he/she holds a Bachelor’s degree |
NA |
| Assistant Section Officer Cum Programmer in Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission | Post-graduation degree in Computer Application
OR Post-graduation in Science (Information Technology/ Computer Science) |
NA |
| Supervisor of Industrial Co-operatives in the Industries and Commerce Department | Graduation of BA or BSc or BCom or BOL of Annamalai University
OR BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University OR BLitt of Madras University OR BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University OR PG Diploma in Agricultural Economics and Co-operation awarded by the National Council for Rural Higher Education |
NA |
| Audit Inspector in the Audit Wing of Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Administration Department | Graduation of BA or BSc or BCom or BOL of Annamalai University
OR BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University OR BLitt of Madras University OR BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University Note: Persons professing Hindu Religion alone are qualified to apply for this post. |
NA |
| Assistant Inspector in Local Fund Audit Department | Graduation of BA or BSc or BCom or BOL of Annamalai University
OR BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University OR BLitt of Madras University OR BBM or BLitt of Bharathiyar University |
NA |
| a) Senior Inspectors in Milk Production and Dairy Development Department and
(b)Senior Inspector of Co-operative Societies in the Department of Registrar of Co-operative Societies |
Graduation in any
OR A diploma in rural services awarded by the National Council of Rural Higher Education OR A diploma of Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants |
Other things being equal, preference shall be given to the candidates having such qualification and in such order as specified below:
i) MA, Post-graduation in co-operation; OR ii) MCom, post-graduation with co-operation as one of the subjects; OR iii) BA, graduation in co-operation; OR iv) Higher diploma in co-operative management awarded by the Natesan Institute of Co-operative Management, Madras; or Institute of Cooperative Management, Madurai |
| Supervisor/ JuniorSuperintendent in Tamil Nadu Agricultural Marketing / Agricultural Business Department | Graduation in any | Provided that other things being equal preference shall be given to persons who have passed the Government Technical Examinations in Bookkeeping by Higher/ Senior Grade |
| Handloom Inspector in Handlooms and Textiles Department | i) Graduation in BA or BSc or BCom of any University recognized by UGC
OR ii) A diploma in Handloom Technology or Textile Technology or Textile processing or Manmade Fibre Technology awarded by the State Board of Technical Education and Training in Tamil Nadu |
NA |
| Audit Assistant in the accounts branch of Highways Department | Graduation in any | Provided that preference shall be given to persons who possess a degree in Commerce |
| Executive Officer, Grade-II in Town Panchayat Department Tirunelveli District | Graduation from any university or institution recognized by the University Grants Commission | NA |
| Revenue Assistant in the Revenue Department in various Revenue Units | Graduation of BA or BSc (other than in a professional subject)
OR BCom of any university OR BOL of Annamalai University OR BBA of Madurai Kamarajar University OR BLitt of Madras University OR BBM OR BLitt of Bharathiyar University |
NA |
TNPSC Group 2 Salary
The salary structure for various job posts under TNPSC Group 2 are mentioned below, go through the data and check the salary given by Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission for the post you are aspired in and eligible for.
| TNPSC Group 2 Salary (Pay Scale) | |
| Post Name | Salary |
| Industrial Co-operative Officer (Industries and Commerce Department) | Rs.37200-117600/- Level-19 |
| Grade-II Sub Registrar | Rs.36900-116600/- Level-18 |
| Assistant Inspector of Labour (Labour Department) | |
| Probation Officer (Prison Department) | |
| Junior Employment Officer (Employment and Training Department) (Non- Differently Abled) | |
| Probation Officer (Social Defence Department) | |
| Grade-II Municipal Commissioner | Rs.36400-115700/- Level-16 |
| Special Assistant (Vigilance and Anti-corruption Department) | |
| Assistant Section Officer Cum Programmer in TNPSC | |
| (Finance Department in Secretariat) – Assistant Section Officer | |
| (Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Secretariat) – Assistant Section Officer | |
| Assistant Section Officer in TNPSC | |
| (Law Department in Secretariat)- Assistant Section Officer | |
| Assistant Inspector in Local Fund Audit Department | Rs.35400-112400/- 20 Level-11 |
| Audit Inspector (Audit Wing of Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments Administration Department) | |
| Supervisor of Industrial Co-operatives ( Industries and Commerce Department) |
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| (Handlooms & Textiles Department) -Handloom Inspector | |
| (Department of Registrar of Co-operative Societies)- Senior Inspector of Co-operative Societies | |
| (Milk Production and Dairy Development Department) – Senior Inspectors | |
| Supervisor / Junior Superintendent (Tamil Nadu Agricultural Marketing / Agricultural Business Department) | |
| Audit Assistant (Accounts Branch of Highways & Rural Works Department) | Rs.19500-62000/- Level-8 |
| Executive Officer, Grade-II in Town Panchayats Department | |
| Revenue Assistant (Revenue Department) | Rs.20600-65500/- Level-10 |
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