The TNPSC Group 1 syllabus covers a wide range of subjects for both Preliminary and Main Examinations. Candidates should refer to the official Annexure III of the notification for the complete unit-wise syllabus. | Part A - General Studies (Degree Standard - 175 Questions) | Unit I - General Science (10 Questions): Scientific knowledge, nature of universe, mechanics, life sciences, environment and ecology, latest inventions Unit II - Geography of India (10 Questions): Physical features, monsoon, water resources, social geography, disaster management, climate change Unit III - History, Culture of India & National Movement (25 Questions): Indus Valley to modern history, national leaders, cultural unity, current affairs Unit IV - Indian Polity (40 Questions): Constitution, fundamental rights, union and state governments, judiciary, anti-corruption measures, RTI Unit V - Indian Economy & Development Administration in Tamil Nadu (50 Questions): Five-year plans, fiscal policy, agriculture, social welfare schemes, e-Governance in Tamil Nadu Unit VI - History, Culture, Heritage & Socio-Political Movements in Tamil Nadu (40 Questions): Sangam literature, Thirukkural, freedom struggle, Dravidian movement, contributions of Periyar and Perarignar Anna | Part B - Aptitude and Mental Ability (SSLC Standard - 25 Questions) | Unit I - Aptitude (15 Questions): Simplification, percentage, HCF, LCM, ratio, simple/compound interest, area, volume, time and work Unit II - Reasoning (10 Questions): Logical reasoning, puzzles, dice, visual reasoning, alpha-numeric reasoning, number series | TNPSC Group 1 Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 - Download PDF | Paper I - Tamil Eligibility Test (SSLC Standard): Translation, summarization, précis writing, essay writing related to current affairs and Tamil society. | Paper II - General Studies I (250 Marks): | Unit I: Modern History of India and Indian Culture (100 marks) Unit II: Social Issues in India and Tamil Nadu (100 marks) Unit III: Ethics and Integrity (50 marks) | Paper III - General Studies II (250 Marks): | Unit I: Indian Polity and Global Political Trends affecting India (100 marks) Unit II: Role and Impact of Science and Technology in India (100 marks) Unit III: Tamil Society - Culture and Heritage (50 marks) | Paper IV - General Studies III (250 Marks): | Unit I: General Geography and Geography of India with Special Reference to Tamil Nadu (75 marks) Unit II: Environment, Biodiversity and Disaster Management (75 marks) Unit III: Indian Economy - Current Economic Trends and Global Impact on India (100 marks)