About the Exam
Group-wise Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Group I
Posts: DC, DSP, Others
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| OC Max Age | 32 Years (33 - Law) |
| Others Max Age | 37 Years (38 - Law) |
| Qualification | Any UG Degree |
Group II
Post: Deputy State Tax Officer
| Minimum Age | 18 / 20 Years |
| OC Max Age | 30 Years |
| Others Max Age | No Limit |
| Qualification | Any UG Degree |
Group II / IIA
Posts: Sub Registrar, PO, JEO & Others
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | No Limit |
| Qualification | Any UG Degree |
Exam Pattern
| Group | Preliminary | Mains | Interview |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group I | GS (175) + Mental Ability (25) 200 Questions 300 Marks / 3 Hours |
Paper I: Tamil Eligibility Test (100) Paper II, III & IV: 250 each (750) |
Interview & Records - 100 Marks |
| Group II | GS + Mental Ability 200 Questions 300 Marks |
Paper I - 300 Marks | Oral Test - 40 Marks |
| Group IIA | GS + General Tamil / English 200 Questions 300 Marks |
Paper I - 300 Marks | No Interview |
Preliminary Syllabus
General Science • Current Events • Geography • History & Culture of India • Indian Polity • Indian Economy • Indian National Movement • Aptitude & Mental Ability
Language (Group II & IIA): General Tamil or General English
Group I Mains Syllabus
Paper I
- Modern History of India & Indian Culture
- General Mental Ability
- Science & Technology in India & Tamil Nadu
Paper II
- Indian Polity
- Geography of India
- Tamil / English Language Skills
- Administration of Union & States
Paper III
- Current Affairs
- Indian Economy
- Socio-economic Issues in India & Tamil Nadu
Group II Mains Syllabus
Paper I
- Role & Impact of Science and Technology
Paper II
- Administration of Union & States
- Socio-economic Issues in India & Tamil Nadu
Paper III
- Current Issues at National Level
- Current Issues at State Level
