The TNPSC Group 1 Syllabus for 2024 has been released on the official website of TNPSC. The interested and eligible candidates must go through the key subjects to increase their selection chances. The application date began from March 28th, 2024 and April 27th, 2024 is the last date for submission of application forms for a total of 90 vacancies. Candidates will be preparing for the post in TNPSC Group 1 falling under the Combined Civil Services-1 in three stages. The stages include a preliminary examination, mains examinations and an interview round. Check this article to see the syllabus, exam pattern and marking scheme.
TNPSC Group 1 Syllabus Overview 2024
The selection process for the TNPSC Group 1 post will conclude in three stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Mains Examination
- Interview Round
All the candidates qualifying for the preliminary examination will be shortlisted for the mains examination. Similarly, candidates clearing the mains examination will be getting a call for the interview round which will be like an oral test.
TNPSC Group 1 prelims Syllabus 2024
The Prelims syllabus will consist of subjects like geography, Current Affairs, General Science, History, Political Science and more. For a detailed view on key subjects refer to points mentioned below:
TNPSC Group 1 Geography Syllabus
The syllabus for geography includes all these subjects:
- Social geography, Population density and distribution, Racial, Linguistic groups and major tribes
- Natural calamity, Disaster Management, Climate change, Green energy, Environmental pollution: Reasons and preventive measures
- Location, Physical features, Water resources, Monsoon, rainfall, weather and climate, Rivers in India, Soil, minerals and natural resources, Forest and wildlife, Agricultural pattern
- Transport and Communication
TNPSC Group 1 History And Culture Syllabus 2024
For the study of History and culture, following are the key subjects which candidates should prepare well:
- Indus valley civilization – Guptas, Delhi Sultans, Mughals and Marathas, Age of Vijayanagaram, Bahmani Kingdoms, South Indian history
- Change and Continuity in the Socio-Cultural History of India
- Characteristics of Indian culture, Unity in diversity – Race, Language, and Custom
- India as a Secular State, Social Harmony
TNPSC Group 1 Current Affairs Syllabus 2024
The topics include economy, history, sports and science etc. The topics covered in the Current Affairs syllabus are as follows:
- Historical events
- National symbols
- Profile of States
- Eminent personalities and places in news
- Sports, Books and Authors
- Political parties and political system in India
- Problems in Public Delivery Systems
- Welfare oriented Government schemes and their utility
- Public Awareness and General Administration
- Geographical landmarks
- Latest inventions in Science and Technology
- Current socio-economic issues
TNPSC Group 1 General Science Syllabus 2024
The syllabus for General Science includes the following subjects:
- Scientific Knowledge and Scientific temper, Power of Reasoning – Rote, Learning Vs Conceptual Learning, Science as a tool to understand the past, present, and future
- Acids, Bases, Salts, Petroleum Products, Fertilizers, Pesticides, Elements and compounds.
- Nature of Universe, General Scientific Laws, Mechanics, Everyday application of the basic principles of Mechanics, Properties of Matter, Force, Motion and Energy, Electricity and Magnetism, Light, Sound, Heat, Nuclear Physics, Laser, Electronics and Communications
- Main concepts of Life Science, Classification of Living Organisms, Evolution and Genetics, Physiology, Nutrition, Health and Hygiene, Human diseases
- Environment and Ecology
TNPSC Group 1 Indian Politics Syllabus 2024
The syllabus for Indian Politics subject includes the following key areas to study well:
- Constitution of India, Preamble to the Constitution, Salient features of the Constitution, Union, State and Territory
- Citizenship, Fundamental duties, Fundamental rights, Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP)
- Union Executive, Union legislature, State Executive, State Legislature, Panchayat Raj, Local governments
- Corruption in public life, Anti-corruption measures, Right to Information, Empowerment of Women, Lokpal and LokAyukta, Human rights charter, Consumer protection forums
- Spirit of Federalism: Centre – State Relationships
- Election – Judiciary in India, Rule of law
TNPSC Group 1 Economy Syllabus 2024
The economy syllabus includes the following subjects for the examination:
- Nature of Indian economy, Planning Commission and Niti Ayog, Five year plan models – an assessment
- Sources of revenue, Reserve Bank of India, Finance Commission, Resource sharing between Union and State Governments, Goods and Services Tax, Fiscal Policy and Monetary Policy
- Structure of Indian Economy and Employment Generation, Application of Science and Technology in agriculture, Land Reforms and Agriculture, Rural welfare-oriented programmes, Social problems, Population, Education, Health, Employment, Poverty, Industrial Growth
TNPSC Group 1 National Movement Syllabus 2024
The National Movement syllabus includes the list of following topics to be covered:
- National Renaissance, Early uprising against British rule, Indian National Congress, Emergence of leaders
- Communalism and Partition
- Different modes of Agitation: Growth of Satyagraha and Militant Movements
TNPSC Group 1 History, Culture, and Socio-Political Movement in Tamil Nadu Syllabus 2024
The topics for the syllabus of History, Culture, and Socio-Political Movement in Tamil Nadu is given below:
- History of Tamil Society
- Tamil Literature from Sangam age till contemporary times
- Related Archaeological Discoveries
- Thirukkural
- Significance as a Secular literature
- Relevance to Socio – Politics – Economic affairs
- Philosophical content in Thirukkural
- Relevance to Everyday Life
- Thirukkural and Universal Values, Equality, Humanism, etc.
- Role of Tamil Nadu in the freedom struggle and Role of women in the freedom struggle
- Early agitations against British Rule
- Evolution of 19th and 20th Century Socio-Political movements in Tamil Nadu
- Justice Party
- Dravidian movement and Principles underlying both these movements
- Contributions of Thanthai Periyar and Perarignar Anna
- Growth of Rationalism
- Self Respect Movement.
TNPSC Group 1 Tamil Nadu Development Administration Syllabus 2024
The topics and detailed syllabus for Tamil Nadu Development Administration is given below:
- Geography of Tamil Nadu and its impact on Economic growth
- Education and Health systems in Tamil Nadu
- e-governance in Tamil Nadu
- Political parties and Welfare schemes for various sections of people, Rationale behind Reservation Policy and access to Social Resources, Economic trends in Tamil Nadu, Role and impact of social welfare schemes in the Socio-economic development of Tamil Nadu
- Human Development Indicators in Tamil Nadu and a comparative assessment across the Country
- Impact of Social
- Reform movements in the Socio-Economic Development of Tamil Nadu
TNPSC Group 1 Aptitude and Mental Ability Syllabus
The topics to be covered include the following:
- Simplification
- Percentage
- Ratio and Proportion
- Area and Volume
- Time and Work
- Problems on H.C.F & L.C.M.
- Simple Interest And Compound Interest
- Logical Reasoning
- Puzzles-Dice
- Alphanumeric Reasoning
- Visual Reasoning
- Number Series
TNPSC Group 1 Mains Syllabus 2024
The Tamil Nadu Group 1 Syllabus for mains examination includes a paper consisting of descriptive and conceptual questions. The candidates will have to prepare for Mains paper 1 and Mains paper 2. Syllabus for the papers is mentioned below:
TNPSC Group 1 Mains Paper 1 Syllabus
The main paper 1 will have three subjects: History, social issues and mental aptitude. The candidates will have to prepare for the mains paper considering the following subjects as key areas for selection:
Modern History Of India And Indian Culture Syllabus
- Advent of European invasion, Expansion, and consolidation of British rule, Early uprising against British rule, 1857 Revolt, Indian National Congress, Growth of militant movements, Emergence of national leaders – Gandhi, Nehru, Tagore, Netaji, etc., Different modes of agitations, Era of different Acts & Pacts, Second World War & final phase struggle, Communalism led to partition
- National Renaissance, Effect of British rule on socio‐economic factors, Socio religious reform movements
- India since independence, Characteristics of Indian culture, Unity in diversity – Religion Custom, Race, Language, India: a secular state, dance, drama, music, Organizations for fine arts.
- Role of Tamil Nadu in the freedom struggle, Bharathiar, VOC, Rajaji, Subramania Siva, Periyar and others, Political parties and Welfare schemes.
- Latest diary of events, National and International, Eminent personalities & places in news, Sports & Games, National Symbols, Books & Authors, Cultural panorama^p Awards & Honors, Latest terminology, Latest historical events, Appointments ‐ who is who?
Social Issues In India And Tamil Nadu Syllabus
- Population Explosion, Child Abuse & Child Labour, Poverty, Unemployment issues in India & Tamil Nadu, Illiteracy, Rural, and Urban Sanitation.
- Women Empowerment, Role of the Government in Women Empowerment, Social injustice to Women, Dowry Menace, Role of women and women’s organizations, Sexual assault, Domestic violence
- Social changes in India, Impact of violence on Society, Terrorism and Communal violence, Human Rights issues, Problems of Minorities, Regional Disparities, Religious violence, Urbanization and its impact on the society, Problems, and remedies
- Education, Linkage between Education and Social Development, Employment Guarantee Schemes, Role of N.G.Os in Social Welfare, Government Policy on Health, Community Development Programmes, Self Employment, and Entrepreneurship Development.
- Welfare Schemes for vulnerable sections by the Central and State governments and their performance
General Aptitude & Mental Ability (SSLC Standard) Syllabus
- Conversion of information to data, Collection, Compilation and presentation of data, Tables, Graphs, Diagrams, Analytical interpretation of data, Highest Common Factor (HCF), Lowest Common Multiple (LCM), Simple interest, Compound interest, Ratio and Proportion, Parametric representation of data, Area and Volume, Probability, Time and Work.
- Basic Terms of Information Technology, Communications, Application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Basics in Computers/Computer terminology, Decision making and problem-solving.
TNPSC Group 1 Mains Paper 2 Syllabus
The Mains paper 2 for Tamil Nadu Group 1 syllabus will include mainly three subjects. Check the detailed view of the syllabus below:
Indian Polity And Emerging Political Trends Across The World Syllabus
- Constitution of India: Historical background, Making of the Indian Constitution, Preamble, Salient features of the Indian Constitution, Schedules to the Indian Constitution, Fundamental Duties, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP).
- Union Executive: President, Vice-President, Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, Attorney General of India.
- Union Legislature: Parliament, Lok-Sabha, Rajya-Sabha, Functions and Legislative procedures, Composition, Powers.
- Union Judiciary: Structure, Powers and Functions of the Supreme Court, Judicial Review, Latest Verdicts.
- State Executive: Governor, Chief Minister, Speaker and Council of Ministers, Advocate General of the State.
- State Legislature: State Legislative Assembly, Organization, Powers and Functions.
- State Judiciary: District Courts and Subordinate Courts, Organization, Powers and Functions of High Courts.
- Local Government: Historical Development, Features, and working of 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992.
- Union Territories: Evolution of States and Union Territories, Administration of Union Territories.
- Civil Services in India: Historical background, Classification of Civil Services, Recruitment & Training of Civil Servants.
- Federalism in India: Centre, State Relations – Centre and State, Administrative Relations – Centre, State Legislative Relations and Centre-State Financial Relations.
- State Services: Classification of State Services and Recruitment.
- Political Parties: National & Regional parties, Public Opinion, Mass Media, Pressure Groups, Interest Groups, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and their role.
- Official Language: Constitutional provision, Official Language Act, VIII Schedule to the Constitution.
- Constitutional and Non-Constitutional Bodies – Composition, Powers and Functions.
- Issue Areas in Indian Administration: Corruption in India, Anti – Corruption Measures, CVC, Ombudsman, Lok Adalats, Secretary Relationship, RTI Act, Minister, Generalist Vs. Specialist controversy.
- Profile of States – World Organisations, Pacts and Summits, Defence, National Security and Terrorism.
- India’s Foreign Policy: Foreign Affairs with Special emphasis on India’s relations with neighboring countries and in the region, Nuclear Policy – Issues and conflicts, Security and defense related issues. The Indian Diaspora and its contribution to India and to the World.
- Official Language: Constitutional provision, Official Language Act, VIII Schedule to the Constitution.
- Amendments: Major Amendments to the Indian Constitution.
Role And Impact Of Science And Technology In The Development Of India Syllabus
- Science and Technology & Role, Achievements and Developments – their applications and effects in everyday life, Defence Research Organizations and other science and technology institutions, Energy – Conventional and Non-conventional, Self-sufficiency, Oil exploration, Ocean Research and Development, Role and Functions.
- Advancements in the fields of I.T., Space, Computers, Remote sensing and its benefits, Robotics, Nano-Technology, Mobile Communication
- Human diseases, Health and hygiene, Prevention and remedies, Communicable diseases and non‐communicable diseases, Organ transplantation, Stem cell Technology, Genetic Engineering, Advancements in Horticulture & Agriculture, Medical Tourism.
- Latest inventions in science & technology
- Achievements of Indians in the fields of Science and Technology.
Tamil Society – Its Culture And Heritage Syllabus
- Tamil Society: Origin and expansion.
- Art and Culture: Literature, Music, Film, Drama, Architecture, Sculpture, Paintings and Folk Arts.
- Growth of Rationalist Dravidian movements in Tamil Nadu – Their role in the socio-economic development of Tamil Nadu.
- Social and cultural life of contemporary Tamils: Caste, Religion, Women, Politics, Education, Economy, Trade and relationship with other countries.
- Tamil and other Disciplines: Mass Media, Computer, etc.
- Socio-economic history of Tamil Nadu from Sangam age to till date.
TNPSC Group 1 Mains Paper 3 Syllabus
Paper 3 has three subjects, and the details of the topics covered in each subject are given below.
Geography Of India With Special Reference To Tamilnadu Syllabus
- Location – Physical features, Major Rivers, Weather & Climate, Monsoon, Rainfall, Social-Cultural Geography, Racial, linguistic and major tribes, Natural resources:- Soil, Water, Forest, Minerals and Wildlife, Population – Growth, Density and Distribution, Livestock, Agricultural pattern, Fisheries, Industries; Major industries, Growth and Development
- Oceanography – Bottom relief features of Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal
- Basics of Geospatial Technology – Geographical Information System (GIS) and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)
- Map – Geographical landmarks – India and its neighbors
Environment, Biodiversity And Disaster Management Syllabus
- Ecology: Structure and function of Ecosystem, Ecological succession, In situ and Ex situ conservation measures, Roles of Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), Biodiversity conservation: Types, Biodiversity Hot Spots in India, Biodiversity: Significance and Threats, International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) & Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD).
- Environmental Pollution and Management: Air, Water, Soil, Environmental Clearance, Environmental Auditing, Thermal, and Noise pollution and control strategies, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): Steps in EIA process, Solid and Hazardous waste management.
- Climate Change: Global Environmental Issues and Management, Environmental consequences of climate change and mitigation measures, Changes in monsoon pattern in Tamil Nadu and India, Clean and Green Energy, Environmental Sustainability.
- Environmental Laws, Environmental Health and Sanitation, Policies & Treaties in India and Global scenario, Natural calamities and Disaster Management.
Indian Economy – Current Economic Trends And Impact Of Global Economy On India Syllabus
- Features of Indian Economy, Demographic profile of India, National Income, Capital formation, NEP (New Economic Policy), NITI AYOG, National Development Council
- Agriculture, Role of Agriculture, New Agricultural Strategy, Land reforms, Green Revolution, Price Policy, Public Distribution System(PDS), Subsidy, Food Security, Agricultural Marketing, Crop Insurance, Labor, Rural credit & indebtedness, WTO & Agriculture.
- Industry, Growth, Policy, Role of public sector and disinvestment – Privatization and Liberalization, Public-Private Partnership (PPP), SEZs., MSMEs., Make in India.
- Infrastructure in India, Transport System, Energy, Power, Communication, Social Infrastructure, Science & Technology, R&D.
- Banking & Finance, Banking, Money & Finance, Central Bank, Commercial Bank, NBFIs, Stock Market, Financial Reforms, Financial Stability, Monetary Policy, RBI & Autonomy.
- Public Finance, Sources of Revenue, Tax & Non-Tax Revenue, Canons of taxation, GST, Public expenditure, Public debt, Finance Commission, Fiscal Policy
- Issues in Indian Economy, Poverty & inequality, Poverty alleviation programmes, MGNREGA, New Welfare programmes for rural poverty, Unemployment, Inflation, Inflation targeting, Sustainable Economic Growth, Gender issues.
- India’s Foreign Trade, BOP, EX-IM Policy, FOREX Market, FDI, Globalization & its impact, Global economic crisis & impact on the Indian economy.
- Tamil Nadu Economy & Issues, Gross State Domestic Product, Trends in State’s economic growth, Demographic profile of Tamil Nadu, Agriculture, Industry & entrepreneurship development in Tamil Nadu, Infrastructure, Power, Transportation Systems, Environmental issues, Regional economic disparities, Local Government, Recent government welfare programmes, Social Infrastructure, SHGs. & Rural Women empowerment, Rural poverty & unemployment.
- International Agencies – IMF (International Monetary Fund) World Bank, BRICS, SAARC, ASEAN
TNPSC Group 1 Interview Syllabus 2024
There is no specified syllabus for the TNPSC Group 1 interview process. However, the qualified candidates will receive a call for a personal interview. It will be an oral test of 100 marks.
Candidates should note that the TNPSC Group 1 syllabus and exam pattern for all the below mentioned posts is the same:
- Deputy Collector
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category – I)
- Assistant Commissioner, Tamil Nadu Commercial Taxes Service
- Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies
- Assistant Director of rural development
- District Officer (Fire Rescue Services)
TNPSC Group 1 Exam Pattern 2024
The candidates appearing for the TNPSC Group 1 examination will be having preliminary examination, mains examination and an interview round. The exam pattern for all the three stages is different. All the details are mentioned below:
TNPSC Group 1 Prelims Exam Pattern
The TNPSC Group 1 will have no negative marking. The exam pattern and marking scheme for TNPSC Group 1 will be as follows:
| Subject | Duration of Exam | Total Marks | Number of Questions |
| General Studies | 3 hours | 300 | 175 |
| Aptitude and Mental Ability | 25 | ||
| Total | 200 |
TNPSC Group 1 Mains Exam Pattern 2024
The candidates will get 3 hours for each paper to be solved. The paper will consist of descriptive and written questions so the examiners will mark the answers subjectively. The mains examination for TNPSC Group 1 will have the exam pattern as follows:
| Subject | Total Marks | Duration of Exam |
| Paper I(Tamil Eligibility Test) | 100 | 3 hours |
| Paper II | 250 | 3 hours |
| Paper III | 250 | 3 hours |
| Paper IV | 250 | 3 hours |
| Interview | 100 |
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