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TNPSC Group 2 Exam Date 2024 Out, Syllabus, Admit Card, Exam Center

TNPSC Group 2 Exam Date 2024: The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) is going to conduct the TNPSC Group 2 Prelims Exam 2024 on 14th September 2024 and the Hall Ticket has been released on 4th September 2024 Those who qualify will appear for the Mains exam. Candidates who have successfully submitted their application forms are advised to visit the TNPSC website www.tnpsc.gov.in regularly for updates or you can follow this page.

We have mentioned all the details related to the TNPSC Group 2 exam such as the revised exam pattern and syllabus, the previous year paper, and other important information.

TNPSC Group 2 Notification 2024

TNPSC Group 2 Exam 2024 is the most sought-after examination in the state of Tamil Nadu. This exam is conducted by the  and it is known by the name Combined Civil Services Examination II and IIA. Through the official notification, TNPSC has announced a total of 2327 vacancies for TNPSC Group 2 Recruitment 2024 and candidates with suitable profiles and aptitudes will be selected through Prelims, Mains, and Interview stages. In this article,

TNPSC Group 2 2024: Highlights

The TNPSC Group II and IIA (Combined Civil Services Examination) recruitment will be held to select eligible candidates for various posts that come under this category. Check the complete recruitment process overview in the table below and read the details below.

TNPSC Group 2 and 2A Recruitment 2024
Organization Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission
Exam Name Combined Civil Services Examination (Group II and IIA)
Vacancy 2030
Application Mode Online
Selection process Prelims, Mains, Interview
Salary Rs. 37,200 – 1,17,600/-
Exam Mode Offline
Job Location Tamil Nadu
TNPSC Official Website www.tnpsc.gov.in
TNPSC Help desk 044-25332833

TNPSC Group 2 Exam Date 2024

The TNPSC Group 2 Examination 2024 is conducted in phases: Prelims, Mains, and Interviews (For Group 2 Posts only). As per the TNPSC Official website, the TNPSC Group 2 prelims exam will be conducted on 14th September 2024. Candidates preparing for the Group 2 exam must understand the revised and latest exam pattern and syllabus. The Prelims exam will be conducted in single shift.

Events Dates
TNPSC Group 2 Apply Online 20th June 2024
TNPSC Group 2 Last date to Apply 19th July 2024
TNPSC Group 2 Admit Card 2024 4th September 2024
TNPSC Group 2 Exam Date 2024 14th September 2024
TNPSC Group 2 Prelims Result To be Released
TNPSC Group 2 Mains Exam Date To be Released
TNPSC Group 2 Interview To be Released

TNPSC Group 2 Admit Card 2024 Out

The admit card is an important document that the candidates need to carry to the exam center. The TNPSC Group 2 Hall Ticket 2024 has been released by the Commission on its official website @tnpsc.gov.in. You can now download the hall ticket by logging in with your registration credentials such as User ID and password.

TNPSC Group 2 Notification 2024 PDF

The official TNPSC Group 2 and 2A Notification was released in PDF Document on the official website @tnpsc.gov.in and candidates can submit applications within the specified period only. You are advised to read the entire document because it contains details regarding the application process, the application fee, important dates, helpline number, etc. So, it is essential to read the notification.

TNPSC Group 2 Vacancy 2024

For Group 2 and 2A posts, TNPSC has notified the post-wise, and category-wise vacancies in the official notification. For Group 2 services, a total of 507 vacancies have been announced and for Group IIA services, a total of 1820 vacancies is available which is divided amongst various posts.

TNPSC Group 2 Vacancy 2024
Post Name Total Vacancy
Group II 507
Group IIA 1820

TNPSC Group 2 Services Vacancy 2024 (Interview Posts)

Post Name Vacancy
Assistant Inspector of Labour in the Labour Department 13
Deputy (CPS) Commercial Tax Office in Commercial Taxes 336
Junior Employment Officer (NonDifferently Abled) in the Employment and Training Department 05
Probation Officer in the Children Welfare and Special Services 01
Sub Registrar, Grade-II in Registration Department 05
Assistant Section Officer in Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission 03
Assistant Section Officer cum Programmer in Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission 04
Forester in Forest Department 107
Forester in Tamil Nadu Forest Plantation Corporation Limited 07
Special Assistant in Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Department 02
Special Branch Assistant in Greater Chennai Police 02
Special Branch Assistant in Criminal Investigation 19
Assistant Section Officer in Law Department 03
Total Vacancies 507

TNPSC Group 2A Services Vacancy 2024 (Non-Interview Posts)

Post Name Vacancy
Personal Assistant to Chairman and Managing Director in Tamil Nadu Power Finance and Infrastructure Development Corporation 01
Full Time Residential Warden in Legal Studies 01
Senior Inspector of Co-Operative Societies 497
Audit Inspector in Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments 04
Assistant Inspector in Local Fund Audit Department 273
Handloom Inspector in Handlooms Department 02
Supervisor / Junior Superintendent in Agricultural Marketing and Agri Business 12
Assistant in Erode Division in Commercial Taxes 03
Assistant in Tiruppur Division in Commercial Taxes 06
Assistant in Coimbatore Division in Commercial Taxes 01
Assistant in Virudhunagar Division in Commercial Taxes 04
Assistant in Commissionerate of Commercial Taxes in Commercial Taxes 13
Revenue Assistant in Revenue Administration and Disaster Management 124
Assistant in Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection 02
Assistant in Industries and Commerce Department 01
Assistant in Police Department 61
Assistant in Medical and Rural Health Services 28
Assistant in Transport Department 32
Assistant in Registration Department 06
Assistant in Public Health and Preventive Medicine 25
Assistant in Fisheries and Fisherman Welfare 11
Assistant in Labour 42
Assistant/Accountant/Store Keeper 18
Assistant in Employment and Training (Training Wing) 04
Assistant in Archives and Historical Research 05
Assistant in Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments 18
Assistant in National Cadet Corps 06
Assistant in School Education 172
Assistant in Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Department 03
Assistant in Forest Department 38
Assistant in Stationery and Printing 17
Assistant / Accountant in Sericulture 02
Assistant in Technical Education 26
Executive Officer, Grade-II in Town Panchayat 02
Junior Cooperative Auditor in Co-operative Audit 08
Audit Assistant in Highways 08
Assistant in Social Welfare and Women Empowerment 68
Personal Clerk in Secretariat (Other than Law and Finance) 121
Assistant in Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu 09
Assistant Grade III in Tamil Nadu Industrial Investment Corporation Limited 44
Assistant in Tamil Nadu Textile Corporation Limited 03
Assistant in Tamil Nadu Power Finance and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited 02
Accountant (Finance) in Tamil Nadu Small Industries Development Corporation Limited 26
Accountant in Tamil Nadu Handicrafts Development Corporation Limited 12
Junior Accountant in Tamil Nadu Fisheries Development Corporation Limited 05
Male Warden in Tamil Nadu Institute of Labour Studies 01
Extension Officer (Grade-II) in Tamil Nadu Co-operative Milk Producers’ Federation Limited 22
Assistant in Secretariat (Other than Law and Finance) 06
Assistant in Finance Department 08
Assistant in Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission 09
Assistant in Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly 03
Lower Division (Counter) Clerk in Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly 05
Total Vacancies 1820

TNPSC Group 2 2024 Application Form

The online application process for the TNPSC Group 2 and 2A Recruitment 2024 is over. Candidates need to do One Time Registration and then they can proceed to filling out the application form. Candidates must provide all the essential details and upload documents to complete the process.

TNPSC Group 2 and 2A Apply Online 2024- Link Inactive

TNPSC Group 2 2024 Application Fee

Before filling out the application form, candidates need to do One Time Registration (if they have not done it) and the amount to be paid as OTR fee is Rs. 150/-. After that, you have to pay a sum of Rs. 100/- as a Prelims Exam fee, and if you qualify prelims exam, then during Mains exam registration you again have to pay Rs. 150/-. Note that the TNPSC Group 2 application fee is non-refundable and it can be paid online only through Debit/Credit Card, UPI, Internet banking, etc.

TNPSC Group 2 2024 Eligibility Criteria

The candidates must check the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification. There is a certain age limit and educational qualification, as mentioned by TNPSC. The candidates must make sure while applying online, that they fill in their Date of birth, qualification, and other criteria correctly. Check the TNPSC Group 2 Age & Qualification below.

Age Limit for TNPSC Group 2 and 2A (As on 1/7/2024)

The age limit for TNPSC Group 2 and 2A varies based on the post and category. You can go through the official notification to check the post-wise age limit. Check the table below for more details.

Name of the Post Minimum Age limit (for all categories) Maximum Age Limit for “Others” (applicants not  belonging to SC, SC (A), ST, MBC/ DC, BC, and BCM)
For all posts (except Sub-Registrar Grade – II, Probation Officer in the Prison Department and Social Defence Department) 18 Years 30 Years
Sub-Registrar Grade- II 20 Years
Probation Officer in the Prison Department 22 Years
Probation Officer in the Social Defence Department 26 Years 40 Years
  1. There is no upper age limit for applicants belonging to the Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Castes (Arunthathiyars), Scheduled Tribes, Most Backward Classes / Denotified Communities, Backward Classes, Backward Classes (Muslims), and destitute widows of all categories.
  2. Differently-abled individuals are granted an age relaxation of up to 10 years beyond the standard maximum age limit.
  3. For ex-servicemen, the maximum age limit is set at 48 years. However, this age concession is not available to those ex-servicemen who have already been appointed to any class, service, or category

Qualification for TNPSC Group 2

To be eligible for TNPSC Group 2 & 2A, candidates need to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the required subject from a recognized Indian University or its equivalent. While the specific qualifications may vary based on the post, having a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject/stream is the minimum requirement.

TNPSC Group 2 2024 Selection Process

The selection process for the TNPSC Group 2 includes three stages of selection. The selection process is discussed below.

  • Preliminary exam (Written)
  • Mains exam (Written)
  • Oral test (Interview)
Stage Description
Preliminary Exam (Written) Candidates applying for the exam must appear for the preliminary exam, which is objective.
Mains Exam (Written) Candidates who qualify for the preliminary exam proceed to the main exam, which is descriptive.
Oral Test (Interview) Candidates who pass the mains exam appear for the oral test, also known as the interview.

TNPSC Group 2 2024 Exam Pattern

The exam-wise exam pattern for Prelims and Mains has been discussed below.

TNPSC Group 2 2024 Prelims Exam Pattern

The introduction of the Tamil Language Eligibility Test in the preliminary exam led to changes in the exam pattern. The TNPSC Group 2 exam now includes 100 multiple-choice questions to assess Tamil language knowledge, or candidates can choose the General English section instead. The questions are based on SSLC standards. The exam duration is 3 hours, and the pattern for TNPSC Group 2 Preliminary Exam is as follows:

  • General Tamil (S.S.L.C. Standard) or General English (S.S.L.C Standard): 100 questions, 300 marks
  • General Studies (Degree Standard): 75 questions
  • Aptitude and Mental Ability Test (S.S.L.C Standard): 25 questions
  • Total: 200 questions, 300 marks
Subjects Number of Questions Maximum Marks
General Tamil (S.S.L.C. Standard) 100 300
OR
General English (S.S.L.C. Standard)
General Studies (Degree Standard) 75
Aptitude and Mental Ability Test (S.S.L.C. Standard) 25
Total 200 300

TNPSC Group 2 2024 Mains Exam Pattern

The main exam consists of two papers: Paper I and Paper II of 100 and 300 marks.

TNPSC Group 2 Mains Exam Pattern
Number of Papers Paper Name Level Type of Exam Nature Total Marks
I Tamil Eligibility Test SSLC Descriptive Qualifying 100
II General Studies Degree Descriptive Scoring 300

TNPSC Group 2 2024 Syllabus

The TNPSC Group 2 Syllabus includes a variety of subjects. We are covering topics from General History to Indian Economy from Indian Affairs to International Affairs. As mentioned above, there are two stages in the TNPSC Group 2 Exam- Prelims and Mains and the question paper will be bilingual- English and Hindi. Check the TNPSC Group 2 Prelims Syllabus in the table below. Note that TNPSC has revised the syllabus and exam pattern for the Mains exam and candidates can read in detail about TNPSC Group 2 Syllabus (Revised) Here.

Units Subjects
General Science
  • Scientific Knowledge and Scientific Temper
  • Power of Reasoning
  • Rote Learning Vs Conceptual Learning
  • Science as a tool to understand the past, present, and future
  • Nature of Universe
  • General Scientific Laws
  • Mechanics
  • Properties of Matter, Force, Motion, and Energy
  • Everyday application of the basic principles of Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism, Light, Sound, Heat, Nuclear Physics, Laser
  • Electronics and Communications
  • Elements and Compounds
  • Acids, Bases, Salts,
  • Petroleum Products,
  • Fertilizers, Pesticides
  • Main concepts of Life Science,
  • Classification of Living Organisms,
  • Evolution, Genetics,
  • Physiology,
  • Nutrition,
  • Health and Hygiene,
  • Human diseases
  • Environment and Ecology
Indian Economy
  • Nature of the Indian Economy
  • Five-year plan models – an assessment
  • Planning Commission and Niti Ayog
  • Sources of revenue
  • Reserve Bank of India
  • Fiscal Policy and Monetary Policy
  • Finance Commission
  • Resource sharing between Union and State Governments
  • Goods and Services Tax
Current Events
  • History – Latest diary of events –
  • National symbols 
  • Profile of States –
  • Eminent personalities and places in news
  • Sports
  • Books and authors
  • Polity – Political parties and political system in India
  • Public awareness and General administration
  • Welfare-oriented Government schemes and their utility,
  • Problems in Public Delivery Systems
  • Geography – Geographical landmarks
  • Economics – Current socio-economic issues
  • Science – Latest inventions in Science and Technology
Geography of India
  • Location – Physical features – Monsoon, rainfall, weather and climate
  • Water resources – Rivers in India
  • Soil, minerals and natural resources –
  • Forest and wildlife 
  • Agricultural pattern
  • Transport
  • Communication
  • Social geography – Population density and distribution – Racial, linguistic groups and major tribes
  • Natural calamity – Disaster Management
  • Environmental pollution: Reasons and preventive measures – Climate change
  • Green energy
History & Culture of India
  • Indus Valley civilization – Guptas, Delhi Sultans, Mughals, and Marathas 
  • Age of Vijayanagaram and Bahmani Kingdoms 
  • South Indian history
  • Change and Continuity in the Socio-Cultural History of India
  • Characteristics of Indian culture, Unity in diversity – Race, language, custom
  • India as a Secular State, Social Harmony
Indian Polity
  • Constitution of India – Preamble to the Constitution
  • Salient features of the Constitution
  • Union, State, and Union Territory
  • Citizenship
  • Fundamental Rights
  • Fundamental duties
  • Directive Principles of State Policy
  • Union Executive, Union legislature
  • State Executive, State Legislature
  • Local governments,
  • Panchayat Raj
  • Spirit of Federalism: Centre-State Relationships
  • Election – Judiciary in India – Rule of law
  • Corruption in public life – Anti-corruption measures – Lokpal and Lok Ayukta
  • Right to Information
  • Empowerment of women
  • Consumer protection forums, Human rights charter

TNPSC Group 2 Previous Year Question Paper

The first step towards the TNPSC Group 2 Exam Preparation, is to go through the TNPSC Group 2 Previous Year Papers. This will give you insight into the exam and help assess your knowledge and where you stand in terms of your preparation. The previous year papers help in understanding the past year trends and how the questions are being setup in order to check the knowledge of the candidates. So, solve their questions and it will help you in determining the pattern.

TNPSC Group 2 Salary

There are both Interview and Non-Interview posts in TNPSC Group 2 and 2A Recruitment. The selected candidates will be paid a monthly TNPSC Group 2 Salary of Rs. 36,900-1, 17,600/-. It includes all the allowances and the basic pay.

TNPSC Group 2 Salary for Interview and Non-Interview Posts
Post Name Salary
Audit Assistant (Accounts Branch of Highways & Rural Works Department) Rs.19500-62000/-  Level-8
Executive Officer, Grade-II  in Town Panchayats Department
Revenue Assistant (Revenue Department) Rs.20600-65500/- Level-10
Assistant Inspector in Local Fund Audit Department Rs.35400-112400/- 20 Level-11
Audit Inspector (Audit Wing of Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments Administration Department)
Supervisor of Industrial Co-operatives
( Industries and Commerce Department)
(Handlooms & Textiles Department) -Handloom Inspector
(Department of Registrar of Co-operative Societies)- Senior Inspector of Co-operative Societies
(Milk Production and Dairy Development Department) – Senior Inspectors
Supervisor / Junior Superintendent (Tamil Nadu Agricultural Marketing / Agricultural Business Department)
Industrial Co-operative Officer (Industries and Commerce Department) Rs.37200-117600/- Level-19
Grade-II Sub Registrar Rs.36900-116600/- Level-18
Assistant Inspector of Labour (Labour Department)
Probation Officer (Prison Department)
Junior Employment Officer (Employment and Training Department) (Non- Differently Abled)
Probation Officer (Social Defence Department)
Grade-II Municipal Commissioner Rs.36400-115700/- Level-16
Special Assistant (Vigilance and Anti-corruption Department)
Assistant Section Officer Cum Programmer in TNPSC
(Finance Department in Secretariat) – Assistant Section Officer
(Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Secretariat) – Assistant Section Officer
Assistant Section Officer in TNPSC
(Law Department in Secretariat)- Assistant Section Officer

TNPSC Group 2 2024 Cut Off

The TNPSC Group 2 Cut off is the minimum mark that the candidates need to score to qualify the examination. The cut-off marks for Prelims, Mains, and Final are released separately on the official website of the Commission @tnpsc.gov.in and this is released category-wise for all the candidates.

There are many factors that are considered while determining the cut-off for each examination cycle. The factors include the number of vacancies, the number of candidates who applied and appeared for the exam, difficulty level, reservation policy, etc. You can get an idea about the TNPSC Group 2 Cut off marks by going through the previous year cut off as the new cut off will be set around that number.

TNPSC Group 2 2024 Result

The TNPSC Group 2 Result 2024 will be announced on the official TNPSC website after the exam is conducted. Candidates can check their results using their registration number and password. The result will determine eligibility for further stages in the selection process, including the interview and document verification. Along with result, TNPSC releases the cut off marks required to qualify the exam.

TNPSC Group 2 Exam Center and Centre Code

You can check the center-wise code of all the authorised exam centers for the TNPSC Group 2 examination. During the exam, it is mandatory to fill out the exam centre and centre code in the answer sheet. So, check the code as per your selected exam center.

District Centre Centre Code
Ariyalur
Ariyalur 3001
Udaiyarpalayam 3004
Chengalpattu
Chengalpattu 3301
Maduranthakam 3303
Tambaram 3305
Chennai
Ambattur 103
Egmore 106
Guindy 107
Mylapore 111
Perambur 112
Thiruvottriyur 115
Tondiarpet 116
Velacherry 117
Coimbatore
Coimbatore (North) 204
Coimbatore (South) 205
Pollachi 210
Cuddalore
Cuddalore 301
Chidambaram 303
Virudhachalam 310
Dharmapuri
Dharmapuri 401
Harur 402
Dindigul
Dindigul 501
Kodaikanal 506
Palani 510
Erode
Erode 601
Bhavani 603
Gobichettipalayam 604
Kallakurichi
Kallakurichi 3401
Tirukoilur 3405
Kancheepuram
Kancheepuram 701
Sriperumbudur 703
Kanniyakumari Nagarcoil 801
Karur
Karur 901
Kulithalai 905
Krishnagiri
Krishnagiri 3101
Hosur 3104
Pochampalli 3105
Madurai
Madurai (North) 1004
Madurai (South) 1005
Melur 1007
Thiruparankundram 1010
Usilampatti 1011
Mayiladuthurai
Mayiladuthurai 3801
Sirkali 3803
Nagapattinam Nagapattinam 1101
Namakkal
Namakkal 1201
Rasipuram 1206
Tiruchengode 1208
Perambalur Perambalur 1401
Pudukottai
Pudukottai 1501
Aranthangi 1503
Iluppur 1506
Ramanathapuram
Ramanathapuram 1601
Paramakudi 1606
Rameswaram 1608
Ranipet
Ranipet 3501
Arakkonam 3502
Salem
Salem 1701
Attur 1702
Mettur 1706
Omalur 1707
Sankari 1711
Sivagangai
Sivagangai 1801
Devakottai 1802
Karaikudi 1805
Tenkasi
Tenkasi 3601
Sankarankovil 3604
Thanjavur
Thanjavur 1901
Kumbakonam 1903
Pattukottai 1906
The Nilgiris
Udagamandalam 1301
Coonoor 1302
Gudalur 1303
Theni
Theni 2001
Periyakulam 2004
Uthamapalayam 2005
Thiruvallur
Thiruvallur 2101
Avadi 2102
Ponneri 2105
Poonamallee 2106
Tiruthani 2108
Thiruvannamalai
Thiruvannamalai 2201
Arni 2202
Kilpennathur 2208
Polur 2209
Thiruvarur
Thiruvarur 2301
Mannargudi 2304
Thiruthuraipoondi 2307
Thoothukudi
Thoothukudi 2401
Kovilpatti 2405
Srivaikundam 2408
Tiruchendur 2409
Tiruchirappalli
Tiruchirappalli 2501
Lalgudi 2502
Manapparai 2504
Musiri 2506
Srirangam 2507
Tiruchirappalli (East) 2511
Tirunelveli
Tirunelveli 2601
Ambasamudram 2602
Cheranmahadevi 2603
Palayamkottai 2606
Tirupathur
Tirupathur 3701
Vaniyambadi 3704
Tiruppur
Tiruppur 3201
Dharapuram 3203
Tiruppur (South) 3209
Vellore
Vellore 2701
Gudiyatham 2703
Villupuram
Villupuram 2801
Tindivanam 2807
Virudhunagar
Virudhunagar 2901
Aruppukottai 2902
Rajapalayam 2904
Sathur 2905
Sivakasi 2906
Srivilliputhur 2907
Important Links:-
TNPSC Group 2 Cut Off TNPSC Group 2 Previous Year Papers
TNPSC Group 2 Hall Ticket 2024
TNPSC Group 2 Syllabus 
TNPSC Group 2 Question Paper 2024
TNPSC Group 2 Answer key 2024

FAQs

When is the TNPSC Group 2 Notification to be released in 2024?

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released the TNPSC Group 2 Notification for 2024 on 20th June 2024. This notification provides detailed information about the exam dates, eligibility criteria, syllabus, and application process for various positions under Group 2 and 2A.

What is the selection process for TNPSC Group 2 Exam?

The selection process for TNPSC Group 2 positions involves three stages: Preliminary Exam (Written), Mains Exam (Written), and Oral Test (Interview). Candidates applying for Group 2A positions are selected solely based on their written exam scores.

Where can candidates download the official TNPSC Group 2 Notification PDF?

Once released, candidates can download the official TNPSC Group 2 Notification PDF for 2024 from the TNPSC website. This PDF contains crucial information about the exam, including eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and syllabus.

What are the eligibility criteria for TNPSC Group 2 Exam 2024?

The eligibility criteria for TNPSC Group 2 and 2A include age limits and educational qualifications. The age limit varies based on the post and category, while candidates must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in the required subject from a recognized Indian University or its equivalent.

What is the exam pattern for the TNPSC Group 2 Preliminary Exam?

The TNPSC Group 2 Preliminary Exam comprises General Tamil (S.S.L.C. Standard) or General English (S.S.L.C Standard) with 100 questions and 300 marks, General Studies (Degree Standard) with 75 questions, and Aptitude and Mental Ability Test (S.S.L.C Standard) with 25 questions. The total marks for the exam are 300, with a total of 200 questions.

What is the TNPSC Group 2 Exam Date 2024?

The TNPSC Group 2 Prelims Exam 2024 for Combined Civil Services Examination (Group 2 and 2A) will be held on 14th September 2024.

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