TNPSC Group 1 2026 — Preliminary Examination
1 Preliminary Examination paper from the 2026 TNPSC Group 1 examination, conducted by Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission. Each paper links to its official source. Preliminary Examination: One objective paper of 200 questions (General Studies and Aptitude & Mental Ability), qualifying only.
Preliminary Examination pattern
| Section | QsQuestions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. General Studies (Degree standard) | 175 | — | — |
| B. Aptitude and Mental Ability (SSLC standard) | 25 | — | — |
| Total | 200 | 300 | 3 hours |
- One objective paper, qualifying
- Minimum qualifying marks 90 (SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBCs/DCs, BC(OBCM)s and BCMs) or 120 (others)
- Duration from the 2025 question booklet; option (E) to be shaded when a candidate does not know the answer
TNPSC Scheme of Examination page (current) and Group I & IA preliminary question booklet of 15.06.2025 · official source
Patterns change between cycles. Confirm in the latest official notification.
| Exam paper | Year | Stage | Language | Type | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TNPSC Group 1 Prelims 2026 – General Studies with Aptitude and Mental Ability (Subject Code 497) (tentative key) General Studies with Aptitude and Mental Ability (Subject Code 497) · 27 Sep 2026 · 28 MB · Source: tnpsc.gov.in | 2026 | Preliminary Examination | Bilingual | Official Paper |
- TNPSC Group 1 Prelims 2026 – General Studies with Aptitude and Mental Ability (Subject Code 497) (tentative key)2026Preliminary ExaminationBilingualOfficial Paper
General Studies with Aptitude and Mental Ability (Subject Code 497) · 28 MB · Source: tnpsc.gov.in