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TNPSC Group 1 Question Paper 2026, Download CCE Prelims Paper PDF

The TNPSC Group 1 Question Paper 2026 will be available after the successful completion of the TNPSC Group 1 Preliminary Examination. Candidates will be able to download the question paper PDF to check the questions asked in the exam, analyse their performance and prepare for the next stage of the selection process.

TNPSC Group 1 Question Paper 2026

The TNPSC Group 1 Prelims 2026 is scheduled to be conducted on 27 September 2026 for recruitment to various Group I Services posts. The question paper will contain objective-type questions, from General Studies and Aptitude and Mental Ability. Once the examination is conducted, the TNPSC Group 1 Question Paper 2026 PDF and Answer Key will be provided on this page. Candidates can use the paper to check the questions asked and evaluate their expected performance.

Particulars Details
Exam Name TNPSC Group 1 / CCSE-I
Exam Stage Preliminary Examination
Exam Date 27 September 2026
Question Paper To be released after the exam
Total Questions 200
Total Marks 300
General Studies 175 Questions
Aptitude & Mental Ability 25 Questions
Negative Marking No

TNPSC Group 1 2026 Question Paper PDF Download

The TNPSC Group 1 Question Paper 2026 PDF will be made available after the Preliminary Examination scheduled for 27 September 2026. Candidates can download the question paper and use it to check the questions asked in the exam and analyse their performance. The direct download link for the TNPSC Group 1 Prelims Question Paper PDF will be updated in the table below once the paper is released.

Exam  Download Link
TNPSC Group 1 Question Paper Download PDF

TNPSC Group 1 2026 Exam Pattern

The TNPSC Group 1 Prelims 2026 will consist of a single objective-type paper carrying 300 marks. The paper will include questions from General Studies and Aptitude and Mental Ability, with a total duration of 3 hours.

Subjects Subjects Number of Questions Total No. of Questions Total marks  Duration of exam 
General Studies (Degree Standard) General Science 10 175 300 3 hours
Geography 10
History, Culture of India, and Indian National Movement 25
 Indian Polity 40
 Indian Economy and Development Administration in Tamil Nadu 50
History, Culture, Heritage, and Socio-Political Movements in Tamil Nadu 40
Aptitude & Mental Ability Test (SSLC Standard) Aptitude 15 25
Reasoning 10
Total  200 200

Why Is the TNPSC Group 1 Question Paper Important?

The TNPSC Group 1 Question Paper 2026 helps candidates review the questions asked in the exam, evaluate their performance and understand the difficulty level of the paper. It is also useful for identifying important topics and improving preparation for future TNPSC examinations.

  • Helps calculate the probable score using the answer key.
  • Allows candidates to analyse the difficulty level and question pattern.
  • Helps identify important and frequently asked topics.
  • Useful for preparing for future TNPSC Group 1 exams.
  • Helps candidates compare their preparation with the actual exam requirements.

FAQs

When will the TNPSC Group 1 Question Paper 2026 be released?

The question paper will be available after the TNPSC Group 1 Preliminary Examination on 27 September 2026.

How many questions are asked in the TNPSC Group 1 Prelims?

The Preliminary Examination consists of 200 questions.

Is there negative marking in TNPSC Group 1 Prelims?

No, there is no negative marking in the Preliminary Examination.

Where can I download the TNPSC Group 1 Question Paper PDF?

Candidates can download the question paper PDF through the direct link provided on this page after its release.

Can I use the question paper to calculate my probable score?

Yes, candidates can compare their responses with the official answer key to calculate their probable score.

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