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The சிந்தனை 2.0– TNPSC Group 2 & 2A Foundation Batch 2026 is your complete preparation platform for the TNPSC Group 2 and Group 2A services — two of the biggest recruitment exams of the Tamil Nadu Government.
This batch provides conceptual clarity, structured syllabus coverage, topic-wise practice, and real exam-oriented training in Tamil medium, ensuring every aspirant gains strong command over all subjects.
Covering General Tamil / General English, General Studies, Polity, Economy, History, Geography, Science, Aptitude & Mental Ability, this batch prepares you extensively for:
Group 2 Prelims + Group 2 Mains
Group 2A Prelims + Group 2A Mains (Objective)
With expert faculty, live & recorded classes, PDF notes, doubt sessions, topic tests, and full-length mock exams, சிந்தனை 2.0– TNPSC Group 2 & 2A Foundation Batch 2026 helps aspirants build a strong base for all TNPSC Group 2 & 2A level examinations.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline) from a recognized university.
Eligibility & Age Limit
Minimum Age:
Maximum Age:
(Age relaxations apply as per TNPSC rules.)
Important Dates – TNPSC Group 2 & 2A (2026 Cycle)
Posts Covered
Group 2
Group 2A
Mains Examination – Latest Pattern
A. TNPSC Group 2 — MAINS IS DESCRIPTIVE
Paper I — Tamil Eligibility Test
Paper II — General Studies (Degree Standard)
B. TNPSC Group 2A — MAINS IS OBJECTIVE (MCQ)
Paper I — Tamil Eligibility Test
Paper II — General Studies (Degree Standard)
Key Point:
Group 2A Mains is not descriptive — it is MCQ based (except Tamil Test).
Syllabus Highlights – TNPSC Group 2 & 2A(Prelims)
Part B: Aptitude and Mental Ability (SSLC Standard – 25 Questions)
Part C: Language – General English or General Tamil (SSLC Standard – 100 Questions)
பொதுத் தமிழ்
General English
TNPSC Group 2 & 2A – Prelims Exam Pattern (Common for Both)
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Type | Duration |
| Part A | General Tamil or General English | 100 | 150 | Objective (MCQ) | 3 Hours |
| Part B | General Studies | 75 | 112.5 | Objective (MCQ) | 3 Hours |
| Aptitude & Mental Ability | 25 | 37.5 | Objective (MCQ) | ||
| Total | 200 | 300 | MCQ |
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 90
Prelims is only a screening test for both Group 2 & 2A.
TNPSC Group 2 – Mains Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Type | Marks | Duration |
| Paper I | Tamil Eligibility Test (SSLC Std.) | Descriptive (Qualifying Only) | 100 (Qualifying) | 1½ Hours |
| Paper II | General Studies (Degree Std.) | Descriptive | 300 | 3 Hours |
| Grand Total | 300 Marks (Excluding Tamil Test) |
Must pass Tamil Eligibility Test to evaluate Paper II
Final Ranking = Mains (300)
TNPSC Group 2A – Mains Exam Pattern
(Important Update: Mains is Objective (MCQ) except Tamil Test)
| Paper | Subject | Type | Marks | Duration |
| Paper I | Tamil Eligibility Test (SSLC Std.) | Descriptive (Qualifying) | 100 (Qualifying) | 1½ Hours |
| Paper II | General Studies + General Intelligence + Language components | Objective (MCQ) | 300 | 3 Hours |
| Grand Total | 300 Marks (Excluding Tamil Test) |
Tamil Paper is mandatory but qualifying
Group 2A selection = Prelims (qualifying) + Mains MCQ (300 marks)
Check the study plan here