TNPSC Group 4 Syllabus & Marks and More Details!
TNPSC Group 4 exam is conducted by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) to recruit candidates for various Group 4 level government posts in Tamil Nadu. It’s one of the most popular government exams in the state due to its eligibility criteria and large number of vacancies. The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) Group 4 Exam is a state-level competitive examination conducted to recruit candidates for various posts in the Tamil Nadu State Government. It falls under the Combined Civil Services Examination – IV (CCSE-IV).
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📌 TNPSC Group 4?
It is a state-level competitive exam for recruiting to non-interview posts under the Tamil Nadu State Government.
🧑💼 Common Posts Under Group 4:
| Post Name | Department / Office |
| Village Administrative Officer (VAO) | Revenue Department |
| Junior Assistant (Non-Security) | Various Government Departments |
| Junior Assistant (Security) | Various Government Departments |
| Bill Collector, Grade-I | Municipal Administration |
| Typist | Various Departments |
| Steno-Typist (Grade–III) | Various Departments |
| Store Keeper, Record Clerk (Some years) | Departmental |
📚 Eligibility Criteria:
| Criteria | Details |
| Education | SSLC / 10th Pass |
| Age Limit | Usually 18–32 years (varies by category) |
| Typing Skills | Required for Typist/Steno posts |
| Language | Tamil proficiency is essential |
📝 Selection Process:
- Single Written Exam (Objective type – OMR based)
- Document Verification
- Post Allotment Based on Merit & Preference
- Official Website: https://www.tnpsc.gov.in/
No interview stage makes it a great entry-level government job option.
💼 Why People Choose Group 4 Jobs?
- Steady government job
- Pension benefits
- Work-life balance
- Opportunity for promotion to higher posts
📝 TNPSC Group 4 Exam Overview
| Section | Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks |
| Part A (Compulsory) | Tamil Eligibility Test | 100 | 150 |
| Part B | General Studies | 75 | 112.5 |
| Aptitude & Mental Ability | 25 | 37.5 | |
| Total | 200 | 300 | |
📚 Detailed Syllabus:
| Subject | Topics Covered |
| Tamil Eligibility Test | Grammar, Literature, Vocabulary, Letter Writing, Comprehension, Error Finding |
| General Studies | History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Current Affairs, TN Culture |
| Aptitude | Simplification, Percentages, Time & Work, Puzzles, Reasoning, Number Series |
✅ Important Points:
| Criteria | Details |
| Total Duration | 3 Hours |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | 90 |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Language of Paper | Bilingual (English & Tamil) |
| Evaluation of Part B | Only if 60+ marks scored in Part A |
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