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The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) conducts the Group 3 examination as part of its recruitment process for various state government posts, including those in municipal services and other administrative roles. As a significant opportunity for job seekers in Tamil Nadu, understanding the TNPSC Group 3 syllabus and exam pattern is crucial for aspirants looking to prepare effectively.Candidates who are going to appear in the exam should start their preparation with the help of TNPSC Group 3 Syllabus 2025.The syllabus was released on the official website of TNPSC at www.tnpsc.gov.in along with the notification pdf.Â
Tamil Nadu PSC Syllabus Group 3 2025
Candidates who want to join the TNPSCÂ in Group 3 post should give the TNPSC Group 3 Exam 2025 which will be conducted by Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission.Candidates should start their preparation with the help of their syllabus to score good marks in the exam.Candidates who will clear this examination will be eligible for the next stage which is viva voce.
TNPSC Group 3 Exam Pattern 2025
The TNPSC Group 3 written examination, conducted for various posts, is structured with a total of 300 marks, there will be no negative marking, incorporating both objective-type questions. Details of the exam pattern are outlined below.
- The exam will be held in two parts A and B for 150 each.
- Candidates will get 1.5 marks for every correct answer.
- The time duration to complete the exam is 3 hours.
| Parts | Subjects/Sections | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | Tamil Eligibility cum Scoring Test | 100 | 150 | 3 hours (180 min) |
| General English (SSC Level) | 100 | – | ||
| Part B | Aptitude & Mental Ability Test (SSC Level) | 25 | 150 | |
| General Studies | 75 | – | ||
| Total | 300 | 300 | ||
TNPSC Group 3 Syllabus
The TNPSC Group 3 Syllabus includes 4 major subjects- Tamil Language, English, Aptitude, and Mental Ability. Candidates can check the subject-wise TNPSC Group 3 Syllabus below.
TNPSC Group 3 Syllabus for Tamil Language
| Topics |
|---|
| Social Issues in India and Tamil Nadu |
| Evolution of 19th and 20th Century SocioPolitical movements in Tamil Nadu |
| Tamil Society (Culture and Heritage) |
| Geography of India with special reference to Tamil Nadu |
| Human Development Indicators in Tamil Nadu |
| Telangana movements for State formation |
| Role of Tamil Nadu in the freedom struggle and Role of women in the freedom struggle |
| Geography of Tamil Nadu and its impact on Economic growth |
| Education and Health systems in Tamil Nadu |
| E-governance in Tamil Nadu |
TNPSC Group 3 Syllabus for General English
| Topics |
|---|
| – Figures of Speech (Alliteration, Simile, Metaphor, etc.) |
| – Poetry Appreciation |
| – Important Lines from various poems |
| – Match the following words and phrases |
| – Choose Synonyms and Antonyms |
| – Identify Prefixes and Suffixes |
| – Fill in the blanks with suitable Articles and Prepositions |
| – Select correct Question Tags, Tense, and Voice |
| – Identify Sentence Patterns and Degrees |
| – Error Identification and Sentence Selection |
| – Odd Words and Correct Plural Forms |
| – Form New Words and Compound Words |
| – List of Prose (Various literary works by different authors) |
| – Biographies of various personalities |
| – List of Poems (Various poems by different poets) |
TNPSC Group 3 Syllabus for Aptitude & Mental Ability
| Topics |
|---|
| Simplification |
| Percentage |
| Problems on H.C.F & L.C.M |
| Simple Interest And Compound Interest |
| Ratio and Proportion |
| Volume |
| Logical Reasoning |
| Area |
| Puzzles |
| Dice |
| Visual Reasoning |
| Alpha Numeric Reasoning |
| Number Series |
| Time and Work |
TNPSC Group 3 Syllabus for General Studies
| Topics |
|---|
| – Latest diary of events |
| – National symbols |
| – Profile of states |
| – Eminent personalities and places in the news |
| – Sports |
| – Books and Authors |
| – Political parties and Political systems in Tamil Nadu and India |
| – Nature of Universe |
| – Measurement of Physical Quantities |
| – General Scientific Laws |
| – Everyday application of basic principles |
| – Location |
| – Physical features |
| – Water resources |
| – Agricultural patterns |
| – Rivers in India |
| – Monsoon |
| – Rainfall |
| – Weather and climate |
| – Forest and wildlife |
| – Soil, minerals, and natural resources |
| – Nature of Indian economy |
| – Five-year plan models |
| – Sources of revenue |
| – Economic Trends |
| – Geography of Tamil Nadu |
| – Indus Valley civilization |
| – Characteristics of Indian culture |
| – Change and Continuity in the SocioCultural History of India |
| – History, Culture, and SocioPolitical Movement in Tamil Nadu |
| – National renaissance |
| – Indian National Congress |
| – Early uprising against British rule |
| – Emergence of leaders |
| – Different Modes of Agitation |
TNPSC Group 3 Syllabus 2025 PDF
The TNPSC Group 3 Syllabus 2025 will be released on the official website of the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission at www.tnpsc.gov.in. Candidates can download their syllabus pdf by visiting the official website or they can use the direct link which is available on the below article.
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