Download the latest TNPSC Group 4 Syllabus 2026 PDF with detailed exam pattern, subject-wise topics, marking scheme, and important books. Check TNPSC Group 4 Exam Pattern 2026, high-weightage topics and preparation tips for VAO & other Group 4 posts.

Overview :

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has officially released the detailed syllabus for TNPSC Group 4 Exam 2026. Candidates preparing for the TNPSC Group 4 recruitment can download the official syllabus PDF, exam pattern, and marking scheme from this page. This comprehensive guide covers subject-wise topics, preparation strategy, and important books for the TNPSC Group 4 exam.

Exam Name	TNPSC Group 4 Exam 2026
Conducting Body	Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC)
Post Name	Group 4 (Various Posts including VAO)
Exam Mode	Offline (OMR-based)
Exam Type	Objective (MCQ)
Total Questions	200
Total Marks	300
Exam Duration	3 Hours
Negative Marking	No Negative Marking
Selection Process	Written Exam + Document Verification
Exam Language	Tamil & English
Official Website	tnpsc.gov.in

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Exam Pattern :

Subject/Section	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Part-A: Tamil Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test (SSLC Standard)	100	150	3 Hours
Part-B: General Studies (SSLC Standard)	75	150	–
Part-C: Aptitude & Mental Ability Test (SSLC Standard)	25	50	–
Total	200	300	3 Hours

Important Points:

• Each correct answer carries 1.5 marks (for Tamil & GS sections) and 2 marks for Aptitude.
• No negative marking for wrong answers.
• Minimum qualifying marks required in Tamil Eligibility Test.
• The question paper will be available in Tamil and English.

Selection Process :

• Written Exam + Document Verification

Subject Wise Syllabus :

1. General Tamil / General English (Part A – Eligibility-cum-Scoring Test)

• Grammar (Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, etc.)
• Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, One Word Substitution)
• Reading Comprehension
• Literary Works (Poems, Authors from Tamil Literature)
• Translation & Technical Terms

2. General Studies (Part B)

• General Science – Physics, Chemistry, Biology (SSLC Level)
• Geography – Physical & Economic Geography of India & Tamil Nadu
• History & Culture of India – Ancient, Medieval, Modern History, Freedom Struggle
• Indian Polity – Constitution, Governance, Panchayati Raj
• Indian Economy – Planning, Poverty, Unemployment, Budget
• History, Culture, Heritage of Tamil Nadu – Socio-Political Movements
• Current Events – National & International (Last 1 year)
• Environmental Studies & Disaster Management

3. Aptitude & Mental Ability Test (Part C)

• Number System, Simplification, HCF & LCM
• Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Average
• Time & Work, Time & Distance, Simple & Compound Interest
• Area & Volume (Mensuration)
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs)
• Logical Reasoning, Puzzles, Coding-Decoding
• Visual Reasoning, Direction Sense, Blood Relations

Important Topics for Exam :

• Tamil Eligibility Test: Grammar & Literature
• General Studies: Tamil Nadu History & Culture, Current Affairs, Indian Polity
• Aptitude: Simplification, Percentage, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning

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