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TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group-I) 2026
Official Exam Code: TNPSC-GRP1-2026
Exam Date
21 Jun 2026
Exam Mode
Offline OMR Sheet Based
Eligibility Criteria
A degree of any recognized University.
Selection Stages
Single Stage
1. Examination Overview
| Conducting Body / Commission | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) |
|---|---|
| Official Examination Name | TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group-I) 2026 |
| Examination Reference Code | TNPSC-GRP1-2026 |
| Examination Delivery Mode | Offline OMR Sheet Based |
| Examination Frequency | annual |
| Jurisdiction | Tamil Nadu State |
2. Important Examination Dates
| Notification Released | 12 Feb 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application End Date | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Group 1 Prelims Exam | 21 Jun 2026 |
3. Latest Examination Updates & Notices
Official Commission Updates
| Date | Update / Announcement | Source Document |
|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug 2026 | Official Examination Notification (TNPSC-GRP1-2026) Released Notification Release | View Document |
4. Examination Stages & Marking Pattern
Three-tier examination system.
Marking Scheme: No negative marking in TNPSC Prelims examination.
6. Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit
Educational Qualification
A degree of any recognized University.
Age Limit
Minimum 21 Years, Maximum 34 Years
Nationality Criteria
Citizen of India
7. Application Fee & Payment Details
• SC / ST / FEMALE: Nil (Exempted)
• EWS / OBC / GENERAL: ₹100
Accepted Payment Modes: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or State Bank of India Challan as authorized by the commission.
8. Important Official Examination Links
| Exam Syllabus & Subject Topics | View Complete Syllabus |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Commission Portal | Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission Portal |
| Admit Card / Hall Ticket | Check Admit Card Status |
| Answer Key & Objections | Check Official Answer Key |
| Examination Results & Cutoff | Check Exam Results |
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10. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When will the TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group-I) 2026 examination be conducted?
The TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group-I) 2026 is scheduled to be held starting from 21 Jun 2026 by Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission.
Q2. What is the last date to register for TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group-I) 2026?
The online registration window for TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group-I) 2026 concludes on 12 Feb 2026.
Q3. Which authority conducts TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group-I) 2026?
TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group-I) 2026 is officially conducted by Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC).
Q4. What is the exam pattern and scheme for TNPSC Combined Civil Services Examination-I (Group-I) 2026?
Three-tier examination system.