🎯 TNPSC Group 2A Examination – Complete Guide

TNPSC Group 2A exam is conducted for non-interview posts in Tamil Nadu government departments. This page provides complete details on posts, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and selection process to help you prepare effectively.

🏛 Posts & Roles

Assistant – Office administration in government departments
Accountant – Financial record maintenance
Junior Assistant – Clerical and support work
Clerk – Documentation and office tasks

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: Any Bachelor’s Degree

Language: Tamil proficiency required

Age Limit:

Minimum: 18 years
Maximum (General): 32 years
Maximum (Reserved): 37 years

📊 Exam Pattern & Selection Process

Stage I: Preliminary Examination

Type: Objective (MCQs)
Total Questions: 200
Total Marks: 300
Duration: 3 Hours
Syllabus: General Studies, Aptitude, Tamil/English

Final Selection (No Interview)

Selection: Based only on written exam marks
No Interview Stage
Ranking: Based on total marks obtained

📘 Key Subjects for Preparation

General Studies: History, Polity, Economy, Geography, Science
Tamil / English: Language paper
Aptitude: Logical reasoning and mental ability

💰 Salary & Benefits

Pay Scale: ₹19,500 – ₹71,900

Allowances: DA, HRA, and other benefits

📅 TNPSC Group 2A – Tentative Dates 2026

Exam	Notification Date	Exam Date
Group 2A Services	August 11, 2026	October 25, 2026

Note: Dates are tentative and subject to change.

⚠ Important Notes

No interview stage for Group 2A
Selection is purely merit-based
Highly competitive exam