TNPSC Group 1 Syllabus 2025, Check Prelims and Mains Exam Pattern

Overview

1. Prelims – MCQ-based paper – 300 marks
2. Mains – 3 descriptive papers – 750 marks
3. Interview – 100 marks

TNPSC Prelims Group 1 Syllabus 2025

• Scientific Knowledge and Scientific Temper – Power of Reasoning -Rote Learning Vs Conceptual Learning – Science as a tool to understand the past, present, and future.
• Nature of Universe – General Scientific Laws – Mechanics – Properties of Matter, Force, Motion, and Energy – Everyday application of the basic principles of Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism, Light, Sound, Heat, Nuclear Physics, Laser, Electronics, and Communications.
• Elements and Compounds, Acids, Bases, Salts, Petroleum Products, Fertilizers, Pesticides.
• Main concepts of Life Science, Classification of Living Organisms, Evolution, Genetics, Physiology, Nutrition, Health and Hygiene, and Human diseases.
• Environment and Ecology.

• History – Latest diary of events – National symbols – Profile of States – Eminent personalities and places in the news – Sports – Books and authors.
• Polity – Political parties and political system in India – Public awareness and General administration – Welfare-oriented Government Schemes and their utility, Problems in Public Delivery Systems.
• Geography – Geographical landmarks.
• Economics – Current socio-economic issues.
• Science – Latest inventions in Science and Technology.
• Prominent Personalities in various spheres- Arts, Science, Literature and Philosophy.

• Location – Physical features – Monsoon, rainfall, weather, and climate – Water resources – Rivers in India – Soil, minerals, and natural resources – Forest and wildlife – Agricultural pattern.
• Transport – Communication.
• Social geography – Population density and distribution – Racial, linguistic groups and major tribes.
• Natural calamity – Disaster Management – Environmental pollution: Reasons and preventive measures – Climate change – Green energy.

• Indus Valley civilization – Guptas, Delhi Sultans, Mughals, and Marathas – Age of Vijayanagaram and Bahmani Kingdoms – South Indian history.
• Change and Continuity in the Socio-Cultural History of India.
• Characteristics of Indian culture, Unity in diversity – Race, language, custom.
• India as a Secular State, Social Harmony.

• Constitution of India – Preamble to the Constitution – Salient features of the Constitution – Union, State, and Union Territory.
• Citizenship, Fundamental rights, Fundamental duties, Directive Principles of State Policy.
• Union Executive, Union Legislature – State Executive, State Legislature – Local Governments, Panchayat Raj.
• Spirit of Federalism: Centre – State Relationships. (v) Election – Judiciary in India – Rule of law.
• Corruption in public life – Anti-corruption measures – Lokpal and Lokayukta – Right to Information – Empowerment of women – Consumer protection forums, Human rights charter.

• Nature of Indian economy – Five-year plan models – an assessment – Planning Commission and Niti Ayog.
• Sources of revenue – Reserve Bank of India – Fiscal Policy and Monetary Policy – Finance Commission – Resource sharing between Union and State Governments – Goods and Services Tax.
• Structure of Indian Economy and Employment Generation, Land reforms and Agriculture – Application of Science and Technology in agriculture – Industrial growth – Rural welfare oriented programs – Social problems – Population, education, health, employment, poverty.

• National Renaissance – Early uprising against British rule – Indian National Congress – Emergence of leaders – B.R.Ambedkar, Bhagat Singh, Bharathiar, V.O.Chidambaranar, Jawaharlal Nehru, Kamarajar, Mahatma Gandhi, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, Thanthai Periyar, Rajaji, Subash Chandra Bose, and others.
• Different modes of Agitation: Growth of Satyagraha and Militant movements.
• Communalism and partition.

• History of Tamil Society, related Archaeological discoveries, Tamil Literature from Sangam age till contemporary times.
• Thirukkural: (a) Significance as Secular literature, (b) Relevance to Everyday Life, (c) Impact of Thirukkural on Humanity, (d) Thirukkural and Universal Values – Equality, Humanism, etc, (e) Relevance to Socio – Politico-Economic affairs, (f ) Philosophical content in Thirukkural. Role of Tamil Nadu in freedom struggle – Early agitations against British Rule – Role of women in freedom struggle.
• Evolution of 19th and 20th Century Socio-Political movements in Tamil Nadu – Justice Party, Growth of Rationalism- Self Respect Movement, Dravidian
• Movement and Principles underlying both these movements, Contributions of Thanthai Periyar and Perarignar Anna.

• Human Development Indicators in Tamil Nadu and a comparative assessment across the Country – Impact of Social Reform Movements in the Socio-Economic Development of Tamil Nadu.
• Political parties and Welfare schemes for various sections of people – Rationale behind Reservation Policy and access to Social Resources – Economic trends in Tamil Nadu – Role and impact of Social welfare schemes on the Socio-economic development of Tamil Nadu.
• Social Justice and Social Harmony as the Cornerstones of Socio-Economic Development.
• Education and Health Systems in Tamil Nadu.
• Geography of Tamil Nadu and its impact on Economic growth.
• Achievements of Tamil Nadu in various fields.
• e-governance in Tamil Nadu

• Simplification – Percentage – Highest Common Factor (HCF) – Lowest Common Multiple (LCM).
• Ratio and Proportion.
• Simple interest – Compound interest – Area – Volume – Time and Work.
• Logical Reasoning – Puzzles-Dice – Visual Reasoning – Alpha numeric Reasoning – Number Series.

• Modern Indian history from the beginning of the 19th century until the present, including major events, movements, and personalities
• Indian cultural heritage, art, literature, and architecture

• Social issues prevalent in India and Tamil Nadu, such as poverty, unemployment, inequality, and social justice
• Welfare schemes and their impact

• Logical reasoning
• Numerical ability
• Data interpretation
• Analytical ability

• Indian political system, including the Constitution, governance, and recent political developments
• Emerging political trends worldwide and their implications for India

• Contributions of science and technology to India’s development
• Challenges and opportunities in the field of science and technology

• Tamil culture and heritage, including language, literature, art, and traditions
• Contributions of Tamil Nadu to Indian culture

• Physical, economic, and social geography of India with a focus on Tamil Nadu
• Natural resources, agriculture, industry, and infrastructure

• Environmental issues and conservation efforts
• Biodiversity conservation
• Disaster management strategies and challenges

• Indian economy, including sectors like agriculture, industry, and services
• Current economic trends and challenges
• Impact of globalization on the Indian economy