TNPSC vs RRB – Comparative Analysis

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In India, competitive examinations are attended by thousands of aspirants, hence knowing the difference between these major examinations conducted is important along with understanding the opportunities offered. The following article provides a detailed comprehension of the difference between TNPSC and RRB.

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TNPSC vs RRB: Basic Difference

The public body Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission functions under the Government of Tamil Nadu to recruit public service aspirants to work exclusively for the State of Tamil Nadu. The state government of Tamil Nadu is the conducting authority of the TNPSC examination conducted at the state level.

The Railway Recruitment Boards Non Technical Popular Categories Exam administered by the Railway Recruitment Control Board under the Central Government of India serves for the recruitment of railway services aspirants across the country through various level of examinations. The major examinations conducted under the authority of RRB are RRB ALP, RRB JE, RRB NTPC and RRB Group D/RRC Level 1.

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TNPSC vs RRB: Overview

The table given below draws a clear comparison of both TNPSC and RRB for a better understanding.

Particulars	TNPSC	RRB
Type of Examination	· State-level · Selection from across the state of Tamil Nadu for public services.	· National-level· Selection from across the country (India) for railway services.
Number of Attempts	No restriction	Attempts until the age of 30
Posts Available	Candidates clearing the TNPSC examination are recruited for posts such as RDO, MRO, etc.	Candidates clearing the selection process of the RRB examination are recruited for posts such as Station Master,Commercial Apprentice, Senior Time Keeper, Goods Guard, Junior Account Assistant Cum Typist, etc.
Exam Pattern	i) Preliminary Examination ii) Main Examination iii) Interview	i) First Stage of CBTii) Second Stage of CBT iii) Typing Test (Skill Test) iv) Final Selection
Question Type	Objective Type	Computer Based Test – Objective TypeSkill Test – Typing
Time Table	Conducted during the availability of vacancies.	Conducted once a year regularly. Official notifications are generally released in accordance to the posts.
Salary Package	· Payscale offered by TNPSC ranges from INR 15600 to INR 39100 · Salary varies based on TNPSC posts.	· Payscale offered by RRB is from Rs.19900 to Rs. 35400 based on various RRB posts.

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TNPSC vs RRB: Syllabus

The syllabus for TNPSC and RRB examinations are different and is as follows:

i) TNPSC Syllabus

Indian Polity and Emerging Political Trends across the world affecting India
Tamil Society – Culture and Heritage
Modern Indian History and Indian Culture
Social Issues – India and Tamil Nadu
General Aptitude & Mental Ability (SSLC Standard)
Role and Impact of Science and Technology in the Indian development
Indian Geography – special reference to Tamil Nadu
Biodiversity, Disaster Management, and Environment
Indian Economy – Current trends and impact of the global economy on India

ii) RRB Syllabus

Mathematics
General Reasoning
General Awareness
General Science
Physics & Chemistry
Basics of Computer Applications
Basics of Environment and Pollution Control
Technical Abilities

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