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Key Facts: TNPSC Group 4 Exam
200 questions
Total written questions
TNPSC official syllabus
300 marks
Total exam marks (1.5 per question)
TNPSC official syllabus
3 hours
Exam duration
TNPSC official syllabus
Rs. 100
Examination fee
TNPSC official notification
90 marks
Minimum qualifying score
TNPSC official notification
The TNPSC Group IV CCSE-IV is a single offline written paper of 200 objective questions (300 marks) in 3 hours: Part A Tamil Eligibility (100Q), Part B General Studies (75Q), and Part C Aptitude & Mental Ability (25Q), all at SSLC standard where applicable. There is no negative marking. The exam fee is Rs. 100, and the minimum qualifying score is 90 marks.
Sample TNPSC Group 4 Practice Questions
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1Which ancient Tamil epic narrates the story of Kannagi, who burns Madurai after her husband Kovalan is wrongly executed?
2The Vaikom Satyagraha (1924–25), in which Periyar E. V. Ramasamy played a leading role, primarily demanded what?
3What is the chemical name of common household baking soda?
4In plants, which specialized tissue is primarily responsible for the transport of water and dissolved minerals upward from the roots to the leaves?
5Who among the following is known as 'Kappalottiya Tamizhan' for founding the Swadeshi Steam Navigation Company?
6Which of the following correctly describes the three sections (Paal) of Thirukkural?
7Which gaseous hormone is responsible for the ripening of fruits in agricultural practices?
8Which of the following diseases is caused by a deficiency of Vitamin C in the human diet?
9The 1806 Vellore Mutiny by Indian sepoys against the East India Company is historically significant mainly because it:
10Which of the following elements has the highest electrical conductivity of all metals?
About the TNPSC Group 4 Exam
The TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination-IV (Group IV) is a highly competitive state-level recruitment examination in Tamil Nadu. The exam selects candidates for essential administrative and clerical positions including Village Administrative Officer (VAO), Junior Assistant, Bill Collector, Typist, and Steno-Typist. The written exam is offline and OMR-based, comprising a single paper of 200 questions worth 300 marks (1.5 marks per question) to be completed in 3 hours. The exam contains no negative marking. The paper consists of Part A (Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test, 100 questions), Part B (General Studies, 75 questions, SSLC standard), and Part C (Aptitude and Mental Ability, 25 questions, SSLC standard). Typist and stenographer rankings use existing shorthand/typing certificate qualifications held by candidates; no post-written typing test is administered.
Questions
200 scored questions
Time Limit
3 hours
Passing Score
Qualifying marks: 90 marks out of 300 (all communities)
Exam Fee
Rs. 100 examination fee (plus one-time registration of Rs. 150; exemptions apply) (Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC))
TNPSC Group 4 Exam Content Outline
Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test (Part A)
100 questions testing Tamil grammar, literature, and prominent scholars (SSLC Standard).
General Studies (Part B)
75 questions covering General Science, Geography, History of India/Tamil Nadu, Indian Polity, Indian Economy, Indian National Movement, and Development Administration in Tamil Nadu (SSLC Standard).
Aptitude & Mental Ability (Part C)
25 questions covering basic numerical calculations, percentages, HCF/LCM, interest, area, volume, time and work, and logical reasoning (SSLC Standard).
How to Pass the TNPSC Group 4 Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Qualifying marks: 90 marks out of 300 (all communities)
- Exam length: 200 questions
- Time limit: 3 hours
- Exam fee: Rs. 100 examination fee (plus one-time registration of Rs. 150; exemptions apply)
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the TNPSC Group 4 exam pattern?
It is a single offline written exam containing 200 objective-type questions for a total of 300 marks, with a duration of 3 hours. It consists of Part A (100 Tamil Eligibility questions), Part B (75 General Studies), and Part C (25 Aptitude & Mental Ability questions).
Are there typing or physical tests after the written exam?
Typist and Steno-Typist rankings are based on written marks and the candidates' pre-existing government typewriting/shorthand certificates. No post-written skill test is administered. Forest post candidates must pass physical standards and endurance tests.
Is there a Part A Tamil Eligibility gate before Part B and Part C are scored?
Yes. Under Notification No. 07/2025, Part B and Part C are evaluated only if the candidate scores at least 40% (60 marks) in Part A Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring. Ranking then uses total marks across Part A, B, and C.
What is the passing score for the TNPSC Group 4 exam?
The minimum qualifying mark is 90 marks out of 300 for all communities. However, actual selection is based on the merit ranking list and vacancies.